# 9Cut vs Xmind

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Xmind at 76% against 9Cut's 0%. Xmind also leads on ads (none vs shown) and rating (4.8 vs 4.4). 9Cut's advantage is iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. 9Cut sells 5 one-off in-app purchases and Xmind sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Xmind holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.4. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Xmind has 7K ratings behind it against 14, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 0% of 9Cut's written reviews are positive against 76% of Xmind's.

9Cut ships an update every 2 months, Xmind every 10 days. Both last shipped on October 26, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | 9Cut | Xmind |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.4 (14 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/9cut-photo-grid-splitter/id1275439530/reviews) | **[4.8 (7K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xmind-ai-mind-map-brainstorm/id1286983622/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 14 | **7K** |
| Positive reviews | 0.0% of reviews | **75.9% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 2 months | **Every 10 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 82 MB | 683 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 17.0 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Vision Pro |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [鹏 刘](https://appshunter.io/developer/971635267) | [Xmind Ltd.](https://appshunter.io/developer/441041993) |

## What reviewers say

### 9Cut

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/9cut-photo-grid-splitter/id1275439530)

Easily divide your photos into nine grid sections for a unique social media presentation. Apply special effects to enhance your images before sharing them and receiving praise.

**Highlights:** Divide photos into 9 sections, Apply special effects, Save images to album, Social media sharing, User-friendly interface

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (5)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Christmas theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| New Year's Day theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| Valentine's Day theme | $0.99 | one-time |
| All themes | $1.99 | one-time |
| Upgrade Pro | $1.99 | one-time |


### Xmind

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/xmind-ai-mind-map-brainstorm/id1286983622)

This app is a comprehensive tool for mind mapping and brainstorming, helping users organize thoughts, manage projects, and visualize information. It offers various structures, templates, and customization options to enhance creativity and productivity. Collaborate in real-time and export your work in multiple formats.

**Highlights:** 30+ Templates, 9 Structure Types, Audio Notes, ZEN Mode (iPad only), Real-time Collaboration, Multiple Export Formats, Task Integration

**Features:** iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (13)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Xmind Pro (Monthly) | $10.00 | per month |
| Xmind Premium (Monthly) | $15.00 | per month |
| Mobile Only (6 Months) | $19.99 | per 6 months |
| Xmind Pro (Quarterly) | $29.00 | per 3 months |
| Mobile Only (Annually) | $29.99 | per year |
| Xmind Pro+ (Quarterly) | $30.00 | per 3 months |
| Desktop (6 Months) | $34.99 | per 6 months |
| All Platforms (6 Months) | $39.99 | per 6 months |
| Desktop (Annually) | $54.99 | per year |
| Xmind Pro (Annually) | $59.00 | per year |
| Xmind Pro Annually | $59.00 | per year |
| Xmind Pro+ (Annually) | $65.00 | per year |
| Xmind Premium (Annually) | $99.00 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🚀 Powerful features even in free version
- 💡 Helpful for organizing thoughts and ideas
- 🎨 Beautiful and customizable mind maps
- 🔌 Seamless sync across devices

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Occasional crashes and data loss issues
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔍 Limited functionality in free version
- 🔀 Syncing issues between desktop and mobile
- 📝 Lack of advanced text editing features

**Reported bugs**

- Randomly deleting or losing parts of mind maps
- Inability to open or edit files on certain devices
- Inconsistent behavior when resizing or rearranging elements
- Unreliable sync between desktop and mobile versions

**Requested features**

- Add folders/categories to organize mind maps
- Improve handwriting and drawing tools
- Allow changing font/formatting of individual words
- Integrate with calendar and task management apps
- Enhance presentation mode with more options


## Frequently asked questions

### Is 9Cut free?

9Cut is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Xmind free?

Xmind is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, 9Cut or Xmind?

Xmind is rated higher. 9Cut averages 4.4 out of 5 from 14 ratings, while Xmind averages 4.8 from 7K ratings.

### Do 9Cut or Xmind have ads?

9Cut shows ads; Xmind does not.

### Which is updated more often, 9Cut or Xmind?

9Cut ships an update every 2 months, and Xmind every 10 days. Most recently, 9Cut was updated on October 26, 2026 and Xmind on October 26, 2026.

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