# iBlueSky (mindmapping)

> Elegant and intuitive mind mapping application for capturing and organizing ideas. (iPhone/iPad app by Andrew Ebling.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibluesky-mindmapping/id291664204 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Andrew Ebling](https://appshunter.io/developer/1511128378)
- Category: Productivity, Business
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.60/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 135 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 11.4 · 20 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-02-12
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibluesky-mindmapping/id291664204/reviews.md

## What is iBlueSky (mindmapping)?

Elegant, intuitive & clutter-free mind mapping. Wherever inspiration strikes. Capture, develop and organize your best ideas. Realise your full potential with iBlueSky.

Key Features:

- Optimized for iPad Pro, iPad, iPhone & iPod Touch (only one purchase required to run with an optimized experience  on all device types).

- Huge page size

- Easy import via the web in Freemind & OPML formats

- Easy export via email in these formats: PDF, PNG (limited to 4000x4000 pixels), OPML outlining format, Freemind, plain text

- Branches with more than one line of text

- Link branches

- Attach notes to branches (imported and exported in most external formats)

- Edit branch colours with an easy-to-use color picker, option to apply color changes to sub-branches

- Clipboard: cut, copy and paste branches

- Scroll and zoom - standard pinch gesture

- Double tap to zoom in and out

- Auto-hiding toolbars

## Key features

- Huge page size
- Import Freemind & OPML
- Export PDF, PNG, OPML, Freemind, text
- Link branches
- Attach notes to branches
- Edit branch colors
- Cut, copy, paste branches

## What do users think of iBlueSky (mindmapping)?

Overall sentiment: positive

**Pros**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 👍 Simple and intuitive interface
- 💡 Useful for brainstorming and organizing thoughts
- 📤 Convenient email export options
- 🤝 Good compatibility with desktop mind mapping tools

**Cons**

- 🐛 Crashes and stability issues
- 📏 Limited functionality and customization options
- 💻 Not optimized for iPad, just a stretched iPhone app
- 🔒 Concerns about data privacy with email export through developer's servers

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Crashes when trying to use undo button
- Distortion of text in nodes with longer content
- Issues with syncing and transferring mind maps between devices

**Most requested features**

- Undo/redo functionality
- Ability to change branch colors and styles
- Support for more file formats and cloud storage integration
- Improved zooming and panning controls
- Hierarchical organization of projects

## Recent user reviews (10 of 135)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ibluesky-mindmapping/id291664204/reviews.md

### 4/5 — Is this App Supported Anymore??

*2021-11-13*

I have been using iBlueSky since its early days on the iPhone. Works great on the newest iPad Pro as well. Went to seek support and the website won’t open and can’t find any option for next steps. Andrew are you still working on this project or open to getting it to a developer who would?

### 3/5 — Limited

*2021-10-14, version 4.1.1*

Works well for simple notes, but the text boxes’ shape can’t be changed and you can only write one line per box. So displaying detailed information in a readable format is impossible.

### 4/5 — Useful for on-the-go!

*2014-08-11, version 3.2*

It's really handy to be able to put mind maps for various projects together on the go and keep them all together.

### 4/5 — Great App For All Purposes

*2013-02-10, version 3.0.5*

The one thing that would give it 5 stars is the ability to upload to Evernote. In saying that, this is a great app for all situations such as general note taking ie. in business meetings - planning with clients such as brainstorming sessions etc. - get it if you want to be more organised and effective

### 2/5 — Transfer files between iPad and iPhone

*2013-01-28, version 3.0.5*

Need an update so that we can download saved files from Dropbox   Using iPad or iPhone.

### 1/5 — Constant crashes!

*2012-12-21, version 3.0.4*

I think this is an excellent program-- and prior to its latest update, used to work brilliantly, and I loved it and recommended it to others.

BUT NOW, it is constantly crashing on my iPad, and losing changes-- five times in the last 30 minutes!

PLEASE FIX THIS! As a Christmas present to your customers!

Ned

### 1/5 — Crashes - you have been warned...

*2012-11-22, version 3.0.3*

When it works it's ok, a bit limiting on options:

- Cannot change connections between bubbles.
- Selecting a bubble to move it is awkward and requires multiple attempts.
- Crashes regularly

I'd recommend looking at the alternatives...

### 2/5 — Crashes

*2012-10-15, version 3.0.2*

I have found the app to be useful but it crashes A LOT!! Recently updated the latest version and lost quite a bit of work when it crashed on my iPad 3 several times.  Pencil and paper for this work perhaps?

### 1/5 — Over priced and underpowered

*2012-07-06, version 3.0.1*

I should have been suspicious of the lack of a trial version.  There is nothing here that you cannot get for a lot less mony in another app.  Shop around and save your money.

### 5/5 — Good app

*2012-06-30, version 3.0.1*

Simple user interface, good for simple mind mapping and organizing thoughts and ideas

## Frequently asked questions about iBlueSky (mindmapping)

### What does iBlueSky do?

iBlueSky is an elegant and intuitive mind mapping application designed to help users capture, develop, and organize their ideas. It offers a clutter-free interface and supports large page sizes for extensive brainstorming and planning.

### What are the key features of iBlueSky?

Key features include a huge page size, easy import of Freemind and OPML formats, and versatile export options like PDF, PNG, OPML, Freemind, and plain text. Users can also link branches, attach notes, edit branch colors, and utilize clipboard functions for cutting, copying, and pasting branches.

### How much does iBlueSky cost?

iBlueSky is a paid application. A single purchase grants access to the app with an optimized experience across all supported Apple devices, including iPad Pro, iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch.

### What devices is iBlueSky compatible with?

The application is optimized for iPad Pro, iPad, iPhone, and iPod Touch. One purchase allows usage across all these device types with tailored experiences for each.

### What are common use cases for iBlueSky?

Common use cases include brainstorming new ideas, planning projects, organizing complex information, studying, and creating visual outlines. Its intuitive design makes it suitable for both personal and professional idea management.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 4.1.1 — 2020-08-28

- Fix for a crash when importing projects
- Links between branches are now exported/imported correctly

### 4.1.0 — 2020-05-30

- Branches can now be Linked
- Improved support for the latest devices
- Many small fixes and improvements

### 4.0.6 — 2018-02-08

Improved compatibility with Dropbox.

### 4.0.5 — 2017-04-03

- Optimised for latest iOS devices
- Improved compatibility with the latest versions of iOS
- Updated user interface
- New mind map browser on iPad
- Multi-tasking support on iPad
- Added Redo support (tap and hold on Undo button on iPad)
- Mind maps are now emailed via the iOS Mail.app
- Bug fixes
- Updated app icon

### 3.2 — 2013-12-13

- Added auto-scroll when dragging branches to the edges of the screen
- OPML files can now be imported directly into iBlueSky from other applications (e.g. Dropbox)
- Fixed email address book lookup bug for “unified” contacts with multiple email addresses.
- Can now email projects to email addresses containing a ‘+’ character

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