# CmapTools

> iPad app for creating, editing, and sharing concept maps and knowledge models. (iPhone/iPad app by Florida Institute for Human & Machine Cognition.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cmaptools/id927987108 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Florida Institute for Human & Machine Cognition](https://appshunter.io/developer/925120272)
- Category: Education, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 2.80/5 from 16 App Store ratings · 87 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 9 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-12-30
- Data updated: 2026-06-11
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cmaptools/id927987108/reviews.md

## What is CmapTools?

CmapTools for iPad is the perfect tool to rapidly construct concept maps and knowledge models on your iPad and share them on the Cmap Cloud. Following the same simple user interface for concept construction as CmapTools, CmapTools for iPad enables the full construction of Knowledge Models, with drag-and-drop capabilities of resource and Cmaps, full style palette, combined with the direct manipulation of the iPad.

Through the synchronization feature, Cmaps on your iPad are automatically synchronized with your account on the Cmap Cloud, which can be accessed easily from CmapTools. Automatically move Cmaps between your iPad and CmapTools. Expand your use of the CmapTools suite and take advantage of the integration of the programs to graphically express your understanding and ideas on all domains of knowledge.

CmapTools for iPad is ideal for students and teachers, for Cmapping while traveling, for brainstorming during meetings and notetaking.

CmapTools for iPad can be downloaded for free from the iTunes Store, and requires an iPad with iOS 7 or above.

The synchronization with the Cmap Cloud and export and import features are an In-App purchase. Synchronization requires an Internet connection.

## Key features

- Concept map construction
- Knowledge model building
- Drag-and-drop interface
- Full style palette
- Cmap Cloud synchronization
- Cross-device access

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Enable Sync to Cmap Cloud and Sharing Options | $4.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 87)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cmaptools/id927987108/reviews.md

### 1/5 — App horrível!

*2025-03-16, version 1.6*

Ele, para computadores, é maravilhoso! Comprei a licença pensando que seria igual, mas não vale a pena investir! Ele só salva em JPEG, o que já não fica muito bom. Não consigo colocar imagens no mapa e muito menos outro tipo de recurso. Melhorem o app para IOS, está péssimo.

### 1/5 — Fallas en lienzo de trabajo

*2024-09-29, version 1.6*

Después de unos minutos de trabajar, parte del lienzo se vuelve gris y no me deja visualizar el mapa ni lo que escribo, tengo que cerrar y reabrir la aplicación para que vuelva a funcionar correctamente. El problema de hacer esto es que no guarda las últimas modificaciones hechas al mapa. Pagué la app. Espero puedan resolver pronto ese problema. Saludos.

### 1/5 — L’app bien obscure

*2024-09-27, version 1.6*

Vraiment, je suis déçu de cette application, elle PUE! Chapue, je vais plus jamais utiliser cette app de ma vie.Pour des RAISONS OBSCURES ils ont mis plein de chose dans une version pro, mais qui te respecte si t’achète cmap pro frère, TA STREET CRED EST ÉVAPORÉ.L’app bien obscure bien ganzou bien fakalaye

### 1/5 — Nul

*2024-09-27, version 1.6*

Cette application est nul. JE PEUX PAS JOUER A BRAWL STAR,

### 5/5 — Good app but old

*2024-05-11, version 1.6*

Hey friends from cmaps tools this app hasn’t been updated for quite some time! Will you update it? It is very useful

### 1/5 — Appli ne répond pas aux attentes

*2023-11-29, version 1.6*

J’ai payé pour plus d’options et ça ne fonctionne pas. Je suis incapable de me connecter. J’ai dû avoir recours à un autre ordinateur pour me permettre de faire mon travail. J’aimerais avoir un remboursement.

### 1/5 — Al principio todo bien hasta que me hizo perder trabajos me hizo pagar tres veces

*2023-09-15, version 1.6*

Y pues la verdad si tienen otras opciones úsenlas, no la recomiendo para nada

### 4/5 — Bom

*2023-05-12, version 1.6*

Olá, gostei muito do aplicativo. Gostaria de saber, no entanto, se é possível gerar novo layout (ordenar posição de linhas, caixas automaticamente), função que é disponível no PC.

### 1/5 — Perte de temps, d’argent et beaucoup de frustration !

*2023-04-09, version 1.6*

J’ai payé pour avoir cette app sur ma tablette afin de pouvoir avoir accès aux options plus avancées mais ces options ne fonctionnent pas. L’app se ferme automatiquement quand j’appuie sur l’imprimante. J’ai passé des heures a faire un projet sur cette app pour une raison obscure il n’ont pas enregistré les modifications de ce projet…. Ne perdez pas votre temps

### 1/5 — Trash af

*2023-01-31, version 1.6*

Worst shi ever

## Frequently asked questions about CmapTools

### What does CmapTools for iPad do?

CmapTools for iPad allows you to create and edit concept maps and knowledge models directly on your iPad. It offers a user-friendly interface with drag-and-drop capabilities and a comprehensive style palette for visually organizing your ideas and understanding.

### What are the key features of CmapTools for iPad?

Key features include the ability to construct concept maps and knowledge models, a drag-and-drop interface for easy manipulation, a full style palette for customization, and synchronization with the Cmap Cloud for access on other devices. It also supports direct manipulation on the iPad.

### Is CmapTools for iPad free to download?

Yes, CmapTools for iPad can be downloaded for free from the iTunes Store. However, certain advanced features like synchronization with Cmap Cloud and export/import functionalities require an in-app purchase.

### What are the system requirements for CmapTools for iPad?

The app requires an iPad with iOS 7 or above. Synchronization with Cmap Cloud also requires an active Internet connection.

### Who would benefit from using CmapTools for iPad?

This app is ideal for students and teachers for educational purposes, for Cmapping while traveling, and for brainstorming during meetings or for general notetaking. It helps in graphically expressing understanding and ideas across all domains of knowledge.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6 — 2016-02-03

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Fixed a bug in the sharing feature

### 1.5 — 2016-01-27

- Updated to comply with iOS 9 networking
- Fixed an issue where syncing would not save the latest changes on the currently open map to the Cloud
- When running on iOS 9, web pages now open in Safari
- Fixed a map save/load bug
- Corrected the sorting of resources in the My Cmaps view

### 1.4 — 2015-04-24

- Fixed a major issue dealing with autosaving a map after adding local resource links which could crash the app.
- Other minor bug fixes.

### 1.3 — 2015-04-19

- Minor Bug Fixes
- Crash Reporting

### 1.2 — 2015-03-20

- You can now choose between single and multi select modes via the selection drop down.  While in multi select mode touching an object in the Cmap will toggle it's selection and not deselect other objects.  Tapping on the background will deselect all objects in both modes
- Added help screens which explain the Export and Sync features which can be purchased in the app.
- Improved Syncing with the Cloud.
- There is now a new URL Export option for maps that have been sync'd with the Cmap Cloud.  This will provide you with a URL to the Cloud version of the Cmap which can be viewed in a web browser.
- Fixed minor bugs.

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