Comparison

NodeNote vs Mind Map

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

Head to head
About

NodeNote

This app allows users to create interactive flowcharts and mind maps. Design algorithms, organize logic, and plan processes with flexible note-taking features. It offers a new generation of interactive experience for knowledge systems.

Highlights
  • Interactive flowcharts
  • Mind map creation
  • Algorithm design
  • Logic sorting
  • Process planning
  • Two-way composition
Features
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+ Flowchart and mind map, a new generation of interactive experience + Create executable flowcharts, design algorithms, sort out logic, and plan processes + Mind map, two-way composition, flexible control + Mind map notes, notebooks with thinking structure

About

Mind Map

This app offers a flexible mind mapping experience with three distinct layout options to suit various thinking styles. It fully supports Apple Pencil for intuitive input and allows for real-time collaboration with others, making it ideal for both personal and team projects.

Highlights
  • Three distinct layout modes (circular, vertical, horizontal)
  • Full Apple Pencil support
  • Real-time collaboration features
  • Switchable layouts with one click
  • Concretizes abstract thinking
Features
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In the new era of mind mapping, creative layout is up to you!  Have you ever longed to freely explore the ocean of thought, yet been limited by traditional and singular ways of presentation? Now, everything will change! We are proud to launch a new mind mapping app - "Multiform", a smart tool designed specifically for you who pursue efficiency and creativity!  [Three layouts, do as you please] Say goodbye to monotony and embrace diversity! "Multiform" provides three unique layout modes that can be switched with just one click, allowing your thoughts to bloom freely on the screen: 1. Circular layout: Circular design, visually innovative, perfectly presents the internal connections between complex concepts, allowing thinking to flow like circular rings interlocking, and inspiration to circulate infinitely. 2. Vertical layout: From top to bottom, the hierarchy is clear, suitable for structured thinking and project management, allowing your ideas to flow like a waterfall, with clear organization. 3. Horizontal layout: From left to right, it is flat and straightforward, making it easy to capture the linear trajectory of thinking development, allowing every idea to flow naturally like water, connecting into a river of thinking.  [Supports Apple Pencil, inspiration is within reach] What's even more exciting is that "Multiform" fully supports Apple Pencil! Whether it's delicately depicting the thought process or quickly sketching creative ideas, they can flow naturally and smoothly like flowing clouds and water. Let every stroke become a witness to your sparks of wisdom, seamlessly integrate creativity and thinking, and truly achieve 'what you think is what you get'.  [Collaborate with others to create a crystallization of wisdom] Not only that, "Multiform" also breaks spatial limitations and supports collaboration with others! Whether it's brainstorming among team members or classroom interaction between teachers and students, it can be easily achieved. Share a mind map, synchronize editing and updates, so that every idea can quickly converge into the wisdom of the team.  Whether it's study notes, work plans, or creative planning, "Multiform" can concretize abstract thinking in the most suitable way for you, making every idea shine brightly.  Download "Multiform" now and embark on your journey of efficient thinking! Whether it's personal growth or team collaboration, we are the best partners for you to think critically. Let's light up the future together with wisdom and extend our thinking infinitely! Please visit the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy at: https://multiformapp.github.io/multiform/privacy Feedback: zhangqi_chn@icloud.com

Screenshots

NodeNote4 screens
Mind Map4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Mind Map at 4.8 against NodeNote's 4.2. Mind Map also leads on update cadence (weekly vs monthly). NodeNote's advantage is iOS requirement (14.0 vs 18.0). On price, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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. NodeNote sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Mind Map sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $6.99 per year. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Mind Map holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.2. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 5 and 6 respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 78% of NodeNote's written reviews are positive against 80% of Mind Map's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

NodeNote ships an update monthly, Mind Map weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 17, 2026 and September 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
NodeNote versus Mind Map: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterNodeNoteMind Map
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.2 (5 ratings)4.8 (6 ratings) — better
Positive reviews78.3% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings56 — better
Update frequencyMonthlyWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS14.0 — better18.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB6 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer小波 司奇 张

Customer experience

NodeNote

All ratings5 ratings
Positive80.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews23 reviews
Positive78.3%
Neutral13.0%
Negative8.7%

Mind Map

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative10.0%

In-app purchases

3 purchases

NodeNote

One-time3
  • Flow chart$2.99
  • Mind map$2.99
  • NodeNote Pro$5.99
2 purchases

Mind Map

Subscriptions1
  • One-Year Subscription7 Days trial$6.991 Year
One-time1
  • Perpetual License$9.99

Questions

Is NodeNote free?
NodeNote is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mind Map free?
Mind Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, NodeNote or Mind Map?
Mind Map is rated higher. NodeNote averages 4.2 out of 5 from 5 ratings, while Mind Map averages 4.8 from 6 ratings.
Do NodeNote or Mind Map have ads?
Neither NodeNote nor Mind Map shows ads.
Which is updated more often, NodeNote or Mind Map?
NodeNote ships an update monthly, and Mind Map weekly. Most recently, NodeNote was updated on September 17, 2026 and Mind Map on September 5, 2026.

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