# IdeaGrid for iPad — Grids will expand your ideas.

> Visual organizer for text, web, photos, and handwritten notes. (iPhone/iPad app by Toru KOBAYASHI.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ideagrid-for-ipad/id892262679 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Toru KOBAYASHI](https://appshunter.io/developer/418843888)
- Category: Productivity, Business
- Price: $27.99 with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.33/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 12.0 · 63 MB
- Languages: English, Japanese
- Released: 2015-06-22
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: paid
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ideagrid-for-ipad/id892262679/reviews.md

## What is IdeaGrid for iPad?

IdeaGrid is a simple and comfortable organizer application. You can visualize text, web, photos, and handwritten images while writing them down. Your ideas will take shape.

For FAQs, videos, and instructions, tap App Support or Developer Website below!

Key features of v1.6.0
- Added support for iOS 15.

Key features of v1.5.2
- Fixed issue where Dropbox connection window would not open
- Fixed an issue where layout collapsed on iPad Pro

Key features of v1.5.0
- Added support for iOS 11.

Key features of v1.4.5
- Supported Dropbox API v2.
- Copy & Paste of pieces is now supported.

Key features of v1.4.1
- Added support for iOS 10.

Key features of v1.4
- The sync process is improved, and the new auto-sync feature is added.

Key features of v1.1.4
- Apple Pencil is officially supported. (iPad Pro)
- Split View is now supported.

Key features of v1.1.1
- Dropbox backup is supported.

## Key features

- Visual content organization
- Supports text, web links, photos, and handwriting
- Expandable grid layout
- Dropbox backup and sync
- Apple Pencil support
- Split View multitasking

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: $27.99.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Pro Plan for 1 Month | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium Plan for 1 Month | $4.99 | one-time |
| プレミアムプラン １ヶ月分 | $3.99 | one-time |
| プロプラン １ヶ月分 | $8.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ideagrid-for-ipad/id892262679/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Works very smoothly, lots of freedom to grow with the app

*2023-04-19*

I have been on the lookout for a long time for apps that help with mentally navigating (not just tracking/managing) my very complex world of responsibilities but that are not just lists. Some of the list apps and databases are excellent for making sure that things are tracked and deadlines are met, but they rarely meet my felt need for a visually intuitive overview of what I am doing. So though IdeaGrid is sold as a planner (and has lots of potential for that) I am also exploring it as a possible dashboard.
The app is so far in my experience very stable, very slick, very easy to use, very nicely designed. It took me a short while to get used to the logic of how to do things, but once I did the workflow is good - clearly a lot of thought has gone into the design. Swiping is favored over menus, and that makes for smooth series of actions when creating, editing, and moving things. Personally I find it easier to manage and design with than the mind map apps that I have used. There is much less hunting and tapping.
There are plenty of built-in templates for those who want a framework, but personally I love the scope for freeform design of nested workspaces within the app. I like when apps let me in on the design process. With a bit of forethought it is possible to create nested summaries of various projects and use the top layer as a visual overview - that is my favorite feature. (Note that information does not aggregate automatically from level to level, you do have to design and populate each level). If you’d rather organize your own information visually rather than put it in a slot in a list, this app is really useful for that. (If you need your app to aggregate automatically or track information, it will be less useful).
Things I wish for based on my experiments so far, in descending order of priority: 1. More colors for “pieces” (including green) - the current range of two blues, yellow, red, and grayscale is not enough to visually differentiate a complex layout, at least to my eye. 2. For the workspace to use more of the iPad screen - it has a very wide, redundant margin and I could be seeing more detail more easily if it used the full width of the screen. 3. The ability to create some specific pieces with larger font, so that they could be used e.g. in one corner of a grid to name the topic in a way that remains visible at the next layer up. Currently the font sizing seems to be a global setting, not per piece.
This is already very useful to me, though, and fun to use as well, which helps.

### 5/5 — Amazing application for organizing and developing ideas

*2023-03-13, version 1.6.1*

This is a life changer app for me. I had been looking for a good 3x3 Mandala chart application and found this app. The app is sophisticated well and does not disturb my thinking flow. 3x3 Mandala is just a part of this app’s feature, and the app is actually capable of doing a lot of more things with its unique grid system, which should help creative people by accelerating their idea organization/development.

I wish I could have same keyboard shortcuts as the app macOS version one on this iPad version. The feature might be one of important factor to make the macOS version different from the iPad version. Besides, most of keyboard shortcuts are working on the iPad version missing just a few. It would be my great pleasure if I can have exactly same keyboard shortcut experiences on iPad.

But overall, the app is great and I really would like to thank developers for making it!

P.S. Now this app is capable of turning off the sound effects that are mentioned in another review, so this is not a problem anymore.

### 4/5 — It helps me organized

*2020-09-12*

I was looking for a good tool to use with my iPad that could organize my thoughts, ideas, and todoʻs. Handwriting capability is a must for me. Ideagrid meets my need and I am enjoying using it.
Request! iCoud synch.

### 4/5 — ideagrid

*2020-01-30*

Wonderful app, arranging texts from piled texts with another app. Cloud service too expensive though ...

### 3/5 — Has potential, despite annoyances

*2016-01-07, version 1.1.0*

Really want to give this five stars; love the format - just wish I could turn off the sound effects.

## Frequently asked questions about IdeaGrid for iPad

### What is IdeaGrid for iPad?

IdeaGrid for iPad is a paid organizer application that allows users to visually arrange text, web links, photos, and handwritten images. It helps users to develop and shape their ideas in an expandable grid format.

### What devices does IdeaGrid for iPad support?

IdeaGrid for iPad is exclusively designed for and supports iPads. It has been updated to support various iOS versions, including iOS 11, 15, and earlier versions like iOS 10.

### How much does IdeaGrid for iPad cost?

IdeaGrid for iPad is a paid application with a price of $27.99. There are no in-app purchases or subscription fees mentioned for this app.

### Does IdeaGrid for iPad have ads?

No, IdeaGrid for iPad does not contain advertisements. As a paid application, it offers an ad-free experience for its users.

### Can I sync my IdeaGrid data?

Yes, IdeaGrid for iPad supports synchronization. It features an improved sync process with a new auto-sync feature and also offers Dropbox backup for your data.

### Is IdeaGrid for iPad suitable for drawing or sketching?

Yes, IdeaGrid for iPad officially supports Apple Pencil, making it suitable for users who wish to write or draw handwritten notes and images directly within the application.

### How often is IdeaGrid for iPad updated?

The app was last updated on November 1, 2021, with version 1.6.1. Previous updates in 2021 and earlier addressed iOS support, bug fixes, and feature enhancements like Dropbox API updates and copy-paste functionality.

### What is the age rating for IdeaGrid for iPad?

IdeaGrid for iPad has an age rating of 17+. This rating is typically assigned due to the nature of the content that can be created or organized within the app, rather than specific mature themes.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.6.1 — 2021-11-01

-  Fixed LIST_FOLDER_FAILD error when backing up to Dropbox

### 1.6.0 — 2021-10-26

- Fixed the issue that prevents launching on iOS15
- Issue where grid templates would not be displayed fixed
- Fixed an issue that prevented login to IdeaGrid Cloud

### 1.5.2 — 2020-02-25

Key features of v1.5.2
- Fixed issue where Dropbox connection window would not open
- Fixed an issue where some layouts are broken on iPad Pro

### 1.5.1 — 2018-03-30

- Fixed an issue the app can't be opened on iOS 11.3.
- Fixed an error that occurs when overwriting with Dropbox backup.

### 1.5.0 — 2017-12-30

- Optimized for iOS 11.
- Improved Dropbox connection stability.
- Fixed an issue that the background music is cut off at start up.
- Fixed an issue that the sound is still playing in the silent mode.
- Bug fixes.

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