# Inspiration Maps™

> Intuitive visual learning app for creating diagrams, organizers, and outlines. (iPhone/iPad app by Diagramming Apps, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inspiration-maps/id1492380818 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Diagramming Apps, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1492306283)
- Category: Education, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 3.00/5 from 48 App Store ratings · 35 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 272 MB
- Languages: American English, French (France), European Spanish
- Released: 2019-12-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-15
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inspiration-maps/id1492380818/reviews.md

## What is Inspiration Maps™?

Welcome to Inspiration Maps™, the most intuitive and powerful visual learning app on the iPad. Build beautiful diagrams, graphic organizers and outlines with ease! Getting organized has never been this simple.

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What’s the difference between ‘INSPIRATION MAPS’ and ‘INSPIRATION MAPS VPP’?

‘Inspiration Maps’ allows you to create up to five documents to test the functionality of the app for free before using in-app purchase to upgrade to full, unlimited function. ‘Inspiration Maps VPP’ gives you all the features available in the Inspiration Maps upgrade without having to use in-app purchase to access them. ‘Inspiration Maps VPP’ exists to simplify the process for educators purchasing through Apple’s Volume Purchase Program (VPP) for Education.
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With Inspiration Maps, you can...

BUILD DIAGRAMS & OTHER GRAPHIC ORGANIZERS WITH EASE
Create concept maps, cause and effect diagrams, process flows, family trees and more! Getting started couldn’t be easier: Simply double tap a blank space on your canvas to create a new idea symbol. Start from scratch or from one of the many built-in templates in language arts, history, science or thinking & planning!

BRAINSTORM IDEAS
Harness your own creativity - there’s nothing like using Inspiration Maps’ quick-brainstorming tool RapidFire(R) to capture your ideas as fast as they come to you. Never lose track of a great idea again! 

GET ORGANIZED
Simply drag and drop to organize and categorize concepts and ideas. Establish connections with links and connecting phrases. Structure is automatically generated for you when you use Arrange or when you view your diagram as an outline.

STRENGTHEN UNDERSTANDING & BUILD RETENTION
Use proven visual thinking and learning techniques to brainstorm ideas, explore and explain relationships, and integrate new knowledge with what you already know. Inspiration Maps encourages deeper, more critical thinking and that improves creativity, comprehension and retention. 

WRITE, TAKE NOTES & PLAN
Use visual diagrams or written outlines to take notes and add details. Inspiration Maps turns static outlines into dynamic, rich writing structures. Expand on your work in Diagram View or Outline View, then export to a writing app to complete your projects.

PERSONALIZE & BEAUTIFY
Your diagrams and outlines are entirely customizable - change background colors, line colors, link styles, fonts, add more! Add graphics from the built-in symbol library, the internet, or your own camera roll.

Features: 
- 1500+ searchable graphic library
- Create unlimited diagrams & outlines*
- Record & attach audio
- Diagrams transform to outlines and back again
- Personalize with images, colors, shapes, arrow styles, and backgrounds 
- Refine layout with align, nudge, spacing controls or auto-arrange
- Use images from the web or the iPad camera 
- Attach notes to any item
- Add hyperlinks 
- Diagrams save instantly 
- Built-in templates support subjects across the curriculum
- Create your own templates*
- Add written or audio instructions to any document
- Import & export documents between Inspiration Maps & Inspiration 9.2 for PC/Mac*
- Share files with other apps on your iPad* 
- Share files with other iPads via Dropbox, AirDrop, iCloud or iTunes* 
- Additional templates available in French, Spanish & UK English 
- Localized in French, Spanish & UK English 

*Feature available upon purchase of Inspiration Maps VPP. In Inspiration Maps, features is available after using in-app purchase to upgrade to full function. 
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VOLUME PURCHASE PROGRAM (VPP) FOR EDUCATION

To receive the discount available to buyers purchasing 20 apps or more through Apple’s Volume Purchase Program for Education, purchase ‘Inspiration Maps VPP’ (NOT ‘Inspiration Maps’).
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OTHERS ARE SAYING

“Easy and fun to use.  Highly recommended for students and teachers.”  - Toni Krasnic, edShelf

** 2013 CODiE Finalist ** **2012 Tech&Learning Award of Excellence Winner**

## Key features

- Build diagrams and graphic organizers
- Brainstorm ideas with RapidFire
- Organize concepts with drag and drop
- Strengthen understanding with visual thinking
- Write notes and plan visually
- Personalize with images and colors
- Transform diagrams to outlines

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Upgrade to Full Function | $9.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (10 of 35)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inspiration-maps/id1492380818/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Under rated app great for neurodiverse or visual thinkers

*2026-06-13, version 3.1*

This app is amazing. It is like an iceberg - so much beneath what you first see. However, seek out some online resources or someone who already uses it to really get to know it. Originally marketed for dyslexics it is so much more widely useful and I have witnessed it helping high abilities and all abilities for fast effective revision. Even just planning an essay from a brainstorm can improve grades at all levels. It aids clearer thinking/ overview.

### 3/5 — Gratuit

*2026-05-22, version 3.1*

Tout devrais être gratuit.🫪🫪🫪

### 1/5 — Allo

*2025-10-07, version 3.1*

C’est inspirant 🥀🥀🥀

### 5/5 — Skibidi

*2025-05-13, version 3.1*

Skibidi Haeckel tuah ma boi get out we are invadinag Scotland with this one🔥🔥🔥🐦‍🔥

### 1/5 — Pointless

*2024-10-31, version 3.1*

May be the frustrating UI ever. 15 dollars I will never get back. Buggy as hell, weirdly restricting. 15 dollars out of my pocket, 25 different blood vessels popped.

### 5/5 — I don't know what name should the title be

*2024-05-22, version 3.1*

I'm inspired by your game! But one thing.. I wanna rotate stuff a lot but there's no way I can do it! Can you update the game to add rotating please?

### 1/5 — I guess

*2024-05-01, version 3.1*

I don’t like it

### 5/5 — Very good app

*2023-10-10, version 3.1*

I used for financial aplications , child studies , construction work,or any thing I have to plan in advance, it is very easy to use as mind manager

### 2/5 — This app

*2023-09-13, version 3.1*

See I believe in god this is not with god

### 5/5 — 30-year user. Still my favorite.

*2023-02-14, version 3.1*

I use the software to break down complex ideas. I do this by developing concept maps and system diagrams. My favorite learning how to learn tool. I do wish they had the mind mapping functionality in the iOS version.

## Frequently asked questions about Inspiration Maps™

### What does Inspiration Maps do?

Inspiration Maps is a visual learning app designed for creating diagrams, graphic organizers, and outlines. It helps users brainstorm ideas, organize concepts, and strengthen their understanding through visual thinking techniques. The app allows for extensive personalization and can transform diagrams into outlines and vice versa.

### What are the key features of Inspiration Maps?

Key features include the ability to build various diagrams and organizers, a quick-brainstorming tool called RapidFire, drag-and-drop organization, visual thinking techniques to improve retention, note-taking capabilities, and extensive personalization options. Diagrams can be transformed into outlines, and users can add images, hyperlinks, and audio.

### How much does Inspiration Maps cost?

The app offers a free version that allows users to create up to five documents to test its functionality. Full, unlimited functionality is unlocked through an in-app purchase. There is also a 'VPP' version available for educators purchasing through Apple's Volume Purchase Program.

### What devices is Inspiration Maps compatible with?

Based on the description, Inspiration Maps is specifically designed for the iPad, highlighting its intuitive interface and powerful features for the tablet platform.

### What are common use cases for Inspiration Maps?

Common use cases include creating concept maps, cause and effect diagrams, process flows, and family trees. It's also used for brainstorming ideas, organizing research, taking notes, planning projects, and studying across various subjects like language arts, history, and science.

## Version history (last 1 release)

### 3.1 — 2019-12-21

No release notes.

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## More apps by Diagramming Apps, LLC

- [Inspiration Maps VPP](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/inspiration-maps-vpp/id1492306284)
- [Kidspiration Maps](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kidspiration-maps/id1492319524)
- [Kidspiration Maps Lite](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/kidspiration-maps-lite/id1492320573)

All apps by Diagramming Apps, LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/1492306283

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