Comparison

Xmind vs HIMX Expense

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Xmind

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
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Xmind is a full-featured mind mapping and brainstorming tool, now supercharged with AI. One map takes you from inspiration to execution—turn ideas into action faster than ever, across all platforms. Whether you're brainstorming ideas, structuring thoughts, or managing projects, Xmind gives you a seamless experience for clarity, creativity, and collaboration. XMIND AI • Create with AI: Generate a full mind map from any text, link, or document in seconds. • Photo to Map: Snap a photo of your notes or a whiteboard, and AI turns it into a structured mind map. • Draw to Map: Sketch your ideas by hand, and AI converts them into a clean mind map. • Grow Ideas: Select any topic and let AI expand it into a full branch of related ideas. • AI Task Breakdown: Turn any goal into actionable tasks and to-dos automatically. VISUALIZE INFORMATION WITH MIND MAP BEING SIMPLE & EASY • Templates: Kick-start any mind map with 30 well-designed templates. • Skeleton & Smart Color Theme: Create one-of-a-kind maps with countless combinations of preset structures and color themes. • Structure: Choose from 9 structures - Mind Map, Logic Chart, Brace Map, Org Chart, Tree Chart, Timeline, Fishbone, Tree Table and Matrix. Mix multiple structures in one map to handle complex projects with ease. • Insert: Enrich a topic with image, audio note, equation, label, hyperlink, topic link, drawing, and more. • Equation/LaTeX: Jot down mathematics and chemical equations with LaTeX. • Audio Note: Capture information fast and never miss a word. FOCUS ON CONTENT, AND STAY ORGANIZED & PRODUCTIVE • Outliner: Outline thoughts hierarchically and keep it going in mind map. • ZEN Mode: A full-screen, distraction-free mode to help you focus. (iPad only) • Multiple Organizers: Connect topics with Relationships, group ideas with Boundary, conclude with Summary. • Pitch Mode: Present your map as a slideshow with auto-generated transitions and layouts in one click. • Multitasking: Open and edit 2 files side by side, e.g. GoodNotes/Notability and Xmind at once. • Filters: Tag topics with marker & label, highlight by tags to get inspired. ALWAYS BEING SO STYLISH, KEEP MIND MAPPING WITH FUN • Smart Color Theme: Build an aesthetically appealing map effortlessly. • Hand-drawn Style: Switch your map into a hand-drawn look in one click. • Colored Branch: Stimulate creativity with more rainbow color schemes. • Illustrations: Visualize your map with 350+ illustrations. • Sticker: Find your favorite from 400+ brand-new collections. SAVE & SHARE MIND MAP WITH EASE • Real-time Collaboration: Work with your team on the same map simultaneously. Share, edit, and stay in sync—no matter where you are. • Import: MindManager, FreeMind, Lighten, MindNode, Markdown, OPML, TextBundle, and Word (DOCX Only). • Export: PDF, PNG, Markdown, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, OPML, TextBundle. • Set Password: Encrypt your Xmind files for security. THE LIGHT WAY TO MANAGE PROJECTS • Task Integration: Create and manage tasks directly in your map—set priorities, track progress, and manage duration, all in one place. SUBSCRIBE TO XMIND • Products: All Platforms Xmind Pro/Premium (Annually), All Platforms Xmind Pro/Premium (Monthly) • Type: Auto-Renewable Subscriptions • Price: $59.00/$99.00 Annually • Cancel Subscription: Go to "Settings" > "iTunes & App Store" > Apple ID > Subscriptions, then tap your Xmind plan to cancel. If not cancelled more than 24 hours before the period ends, it renews automatically. • Apple ID for automatic renewal subscriptions will be automatically charged for an additional year/month in iTunes account 24 hours prior to the expiration of each billing cycle. • Terms of Service (including subscription rules): https://www.xmind.com/terms/ • Privacy Policy: https://www.xmind.com/privacy/ NEED HELP? Let us know if you have any feedback, or if we can help in any way at support@xmind.com.

About

HIMX Expense

Features
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HIMX Expense 是專為企業員工而設的開支報銷應用程式,讓你隨時隨地提交開支申請,實時追蹤每一筆申請的審批與發還進度。無論是出差車費、客戶餐飲,還是軟件訂閱,只需拍下單據、填寫金額,數秒間即可完成提交,報銷從此不再繁瑣。 主要功能 • 快速提交開支申請 拍下或上載單據、輸入金額與用途,即時提交。支援逐項明細,一張申請可包含多個項目。 • 實時追蹤申請狀態 由草稿、待審批、已批核到已發還,每筆開支狀態一目了然;審批結果即時推送通知,無需再逐一追問。 • 清晰的開支概覽 主頁一覽你的草稿、待審批及待發還金額,以及本月已發還總額,個人開支狀況隨時掌握。 • 完整的申請詳情 查看每筆申請的逐項明細、附加單據、開支分類與審批記錄,所有資料井井有條。 • 多機構自由切換 如你隸屬多間機構,可於程式內輕鬆切換,各機構開支分開管理,互不混淆。 • 中英雙語介面 完整支援繁體中文與英文,隨個人喜好自由切換。 • 安全可靠 採用加密連線與嚴謹的權限管理,你只會看見屬於自己的開支申請,資料安全有保障。 適用對象 HIMX Expense 專為使用 HIMX Billing 的企業團隊而設。你需要先由所屬機構的管理員開設帳戶,方可登入使用。如你的公司尚未採用 HIMX Billing,歡迎聯絡我們了解更多。 關於 HIMX HIMX Billing 是由 HIMX Technology Limited 開發的一站式發票與開支管理平台,專為香港中小企而設,並與 Xero 雙向同步。HIMX Expense 是其員工開支報銷的流動夥伴應用程式,致力讓每一次報銷都簡單、快捷而透明。 立即下載 HIMX Expense,讓開支報銷變得前所未有輕鬆。

Screenshots

Xmind4 screens
HIMX Expense3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: HIMX Expense at none against Xmind's 13. On price, ads, device support and iOS requirement 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Xmind sells 13 in-app purchases, starting at $10.00 per month. HIMX Expense asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
Xmind versus HIMX Expense: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterXmindHIMX Expense
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (7K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews75.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings7K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 11 days—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Vision Pro — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS17.016.4 — better
Further details — not scored
Size682 MB56 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperXmind Ltd.HIMX Technology Limited

Bugs and requests

Xmind

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • 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

5 requests
  • 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

HIMX Expense

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

13 purchases

Xmind

Subscriptions13
  • Xmind Pro (Monthly)$10.001 Month
  • Xmind Premium (Monthly)$15.001 Month
  • Mobile Only (6 Months)$19.996 Months
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  • Xmind Pro (Quarterly)$29.003 Months
  • Mobile Only (Annually)$29.991 Year
  • Xmind Pro+ (Quarterly)$30.003 Months
  • Desktop (6 Months)$34.996 Months
  • All Platforms (6 Months)$39.996 Months
  • Desktop (Annually)$54.991 Year
  • Xmind Pro (Annually)7 Days trial$59.001 Year
  • Xmind Pro Annually1 Year trial$59.001 Year
  • Xmind Pro+ (Annually)$65.001 Year
  • Xmind Premium (Annually)7 Days trial$99.001 Year
None

HIMX Expense

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Xmind free?
Xmind is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is HIMX Expense free?
HIMX Expense is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do Xmind or HIMX Expense have ads?
Neither Xmind nor HIMX Expense shows ads.

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