WriteMapper 2 vs MindMap
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
WriteMapper 2
This app helps overcome writer's block by transforming mind maps into structured text documents. It offers a distraction-free writing mode and seamless integration with iOS features for an optimized iPad experience.
- Visual mind mapping for writing structure
- Brainstorming to overcome writer's block
- Distraction-free writing mode
- Export to Markdown, HTML, Word, RTF, TXT
- Drag and drop functionality
- Integration with iOS Files app
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AS SEEN ON Forbes, Cult of Mac, The Next Web, MakeUseOf, MacAlert!, Apple RSS, Envato Blog, Duct Tape Marketing, AppleBase, GeekZone A WRITEMAP OUTLINE PAINTS A THOUSAND WORDS WriteMapper was built to leverage the visual nature of mind maps to give you a bird's-eye view of your writing structure. Just one glance is all it takes for you to get a good feel for the flow of your work. In doing so, you get a comprehensive yet clear picture of what's going on in your content. And, if you need to rearrange your writing sequences or move stuff around, it's as simple as drag and drop. BRAINSTORM YOUR WAY THROUGH WRITER’S BLOCK Ever write down the title, and then face a mental struggle with the rest of the blank page? WriteMapper helps you overcome writer's block by turning your writing process into a brainstorming exercise. This allows you to rapidly and relentlessly generate ideas and points for your writing. Just spend a couple minutes on this quick-fire process, and before you know it, you'll have a fully-formed content structure all ready to go! DISTRACTION-FREE WRITING Each node on the mind map has a content section you can jump in to edit at anytime. Besides being able to style and format your writing however you like, you can also edit the title of this sub-point from this view as well. The distraction-free writing mode helps you shift gears from the all-aspects-considered nature of the mind map outline, to the focused task of detailing the contents of the individual sub-point you're zoomed in on. PLAYS WELL WITH TEAMMATES WriteMapper uses the nested structure of a mind map to automatically create and export a text document for you, right in your computer's file system. You can choose from a variety of file formats, including Markdown, HTML, Microsoft Word, plain text and Rich Text Format. You can then edit the exported document in your text editing app of choice, to give that final draft the polish it needs to bring it to completion. With this supercharged content generation workflow, you'll get your writing done in no time at all! HIGHLY PRAISED "It has the perfect balance of elegance and features, and the text-editor itself is killer."—Charlie Sorrel, Cult of Mac "WriteMapper is such a powerful tool. This workflow is so logical and intuitive."—Michael Levy "Holy graphic design, that's one beautiful interface."—/u/bengiannis ALL THE POWER OF IOS WriteMapper was reworked from the ground up to be deeply integrated with and optimised for an incredible iPad experience. Here’s a couple of features and capabilities which we’ve leveraged from the power of iOS, the world’s most advanced mobile operating system, to help you do your best work: 1. Files With the help of the new Files app, you can easily save, sync and access your WriteMaps (.writemap files) across devices. 2. Drag and Drop Magically move text and images from other apps into the distraction-free editor, or rearrange the nodes in your WriteMap by dragging them around. 3. Keyboard Shortcuts Typing is even better on the iPad with an external hardware keyboard; and we’ve made it even easier to keep the typing flow going by integrating multiple handy keyboard shortcuts. 4. Split View You can also have the app open side by side another app with the Split View feature of iOS. No more constant switching between multiple apps! 5. Apple Pencil Support The app also plays nice with your Apple Pencil. It's just another thing that helps make WriteMapper for iPad more versatile, powerful, and natural than ever. WRITEMAPPER ON YOUR OTHER DEVICES Get WriteMapper for your Mac or Windows desktop computer to experience the full power of working on your .writemap files across your devices (sold seperately), accessing your WriteMaps using your preferred cloud syncing service. NEED HELP? Didn’t find what you were looking for, have questions or need help? Get in touch with us or visit our website for an extensive list of support articles which might be able to help.
MindMap
Organize your ideas into clear diagrams and manage files seamlessly. This tool enhances work efficiency for personal growth, team collaboration, and professional projects. It offers intelligent mind mapping and comprehensive file integration.
- Intelligent mind mapping with diverse templates
- Comprehensive file management integration
- Seamless import and export of multiple formats
- Organize scattered ideas into structured diagrams
- Improve work efficiency
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This is a powerful application that perfectly combines mind mapping and file management, leading you to a new level of thinking and efficiency. It can organize the scattered ideas in your mind into a clear structure diagram, helping you to greatly improve your work efficiency. Whether it is personal growth, team collaboration, or professional projects, this application can provide you with excellent support. Features: • Intelligent mind mapping: From logical structure charts to fishbone charts, the intuitive interface and diverse templates allow you to quickly capture and organize ideas, clearly presenting complex thinking. • Comprehensive file management: Seamlessly integrate files with mind maps, no longer have to worry about finding materials. Easily manage multiple file types such as documents and pictures. • Convenient import and export: Support import and export of multiple formats, whether sharing with colleagues or backing up, easily and seamlessly connected to other applications. Whether you are a student, a professional, or an entrepreneur, this app is the best choice for organizing your thoughts and optimizing your workflow. Download now to start a more efficient and organized way of working! Unlimited Access Membership Subscription - You can use all the features in the app without restrictions with this subscription. - Subscriptions are charged weekly, monthly, or annually, depending on the subscription plan selected. - Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. - You can turn off auto-renewal 24 hours before the end of the current subscription, otherwise it will automatically renew. - Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription, and the cost depends on the plan you choose. - Subscriptions can be managed by users and auto-renewal can be turned off by going to the user's account settings after purchase. - Once a user purchases a subscription, any unused free subscription time will be forfeited. Privacy Policy: https://www.dazhuogroup.com/mindmap/privacy_statement_en.php Terms of Use: https://www.dazhuogroup.com/mindmap/terms_of_use_en.php
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: WriteMapper 2 at 4.7 against MindMap's 1.0. WriteMapper 2 also leads on monetization model (free vs subscription) and ratings volume (12 vs 1). MindMap's advantage is device support (3 vs 1). On price, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. WriteMapper 2 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and MindMap sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
WriteMapper 2 holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WriteMapper 2 has 12 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.
| Parameter | WriteMapper 2 | MindMap |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.7 (12 ratings) — better | 1.0 (1 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 71.4% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 12 — better | 1 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | — |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free — better | Subscription |
| Devices | iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 10.0 — better | 14.5 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 6 MB | 69 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | BETTERWEBPAGES | Shanghai Dazhuo Information Technology Co., Ltd. |
Customer experience
WriteMapper 2
MindMap
In-app purchases
WriteMapper 2
- 7-day TrialFree
- Full App$19.99
MindMap
- Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$1.997 Days
- Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$2.991 Month
- Annual Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year









