Retro Mind Map vs Network Dots
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Retro Mind Map
Organize your thoughts and ideas with a unique mind mapping tool inspired by the PS3's XMB interface. Create unlimited nodes, save progress automatically, and share your creations easily via email or iTunes.
- XMB-style interface
- Unlimited node creation
- Automatic saving
- Rmp file format for sharing
- iTunes file transfer
- Email file sharing
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Similar to PS3 using the XMB menu to show the mind map, it mainly uses the game virtual key operation. The operation is smooth and powerful, you can create infinite level nodes, every step of the operation can automatically be saved. Retro Mind Map use the special Rmp formation, as long as you are willing, you can input an entire Encyclopedia into a mind map with Rmp file formation! Also you can save your mind map very conveniently. You can connect the computer iTunes to upload or download the Rmp file, or directly send map file in Rmp format via email, if your friend has downloaded the Retro Mind Map, he can easily open it. Retro Mind Map is your work and learning helper.
Network Dots
This utility app visually displays your network activity with two simple dots. A green dot signifies data reception, while an orange dot indicates data transmission. It offers a clean, distraction-free interface for real-time connection monitoring.
- Real-time network activity visualization
- Green dot for data reception
- Orange dot for data transmission
- Clean and elegant design
- Lightweight network usage tracker
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"Network Dots" is a simple yet powerful way to visualize your network activity in real time. With just two dots, it keeps you informed: a green dot indicates you're receiving data, while an orange dot shows data is being sent. No clutter, no distractions—just a clean and elegant design that focuses on what matters. Perfect for monitoring your connection at a glance, even in the dark. Whether you're curious about your device's activity or need a lightweight tool to track your network usage, "Network Dots" is the perfect companion. Simple, clear, and always reliable.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is price: Network Dots at Free against Retro Mind Map's $0.99. Retro Mind Map's advantage is device support (3 vs 1) and iOS requirement (6.0 vs 17.6). On review sentiment, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Network Dots is free to download; Retro Mind Map costs $0.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Retro Mind Map | Network Dots |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $0.99 | Free — better |
| Rating | 5.0 (2 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 2 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 6.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 7 MB | 0 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 智杰 王 | Patrick Ehrlich |
Customer experience
Retro Mind Map
Network Dots
In-app purchases
Retro Mind Map
No in-app purchases
Network Dots
No in-app purchases
