Comparison

WriteMapper 2 vs Idea Note

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

Head to head
About

WriteMapper 2

Transform mind maps into structured text documents for writing and brainstorming. Overcome writer's block with a visual approach to content creation. Offers distraction-free editing and seamless export to various file formats.

Highlights
  • Visual mind mapping for writing structure
  • Brainstorming tool to overcome writer's block
  • Distraction-free writing mode
  • Export to Markdown, HTML, Word, RTF, TXT
  • Drag and drop rearrangement
  • iOS integration including Dark Mode and Haptic Touch
Features
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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 "WriteMapper is an invaluable tool for those who write for a living." — Mihir Patkar, MakeUseOf "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 ALL THE POWER OF IOS WriteMapper was reworked from the ground up to be deeply integrated with and optimised for an incredible experience on your iPhone. 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. Dark Mode On iOS 13, dark mode in the app will now sync with the dark mode setting on your device, directly adapting to whatever theme you're currently using. 2. Haptic Touch Use of the Taptic Engine on your device allows WriteMapper to now also deliver haptic feedback upon interaction with elements in the app. 3. Pure Black Theme For iPhones with OLED displays, you can now choose to use a Pure Black dark mode theme instead, which gives a visually stunning effect. 4. Files With the help of the new Files app, you can easily save, sync and access your WriteMaps (.writemap files) across devices. 5. Drag and Drop Rearrange the nodes in your WriteMap by dragging them around, the experience of which is now also accentuated by Taptic Engine feedback. 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 separately), 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.

About

Idea Note

Instantly structure your notes and thoughts into visual mind maps with AI assistance. Organize ideas, study effectively, and manage tasks by tracking progress on each node. Switch between mind map and list views for flexible organization and priority management.

Highlights
  • AI-powered mind map generation
  • Visual idea organization
  • Task status tracking
  • Progress monitoring
  • List view for systematic review
  • Priority management
Features
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MindMap AI helps you organize your ideas, study smarter, and manage tasks more effectively. With AI, your notes and thoughts are instantly structured into clear, visual mind maps. Easily zoom in and out to focus on details or see the big picture. Each node shows its task status, so you can track progress at a glance. AI recommends the most relevant nodes based on your current situation, helping you stay focused and productive. Switch to list view for a more systematic way of reviewing your mind maps. You can also check tasks by status, making it easy to manage priorities. Whether you are preparing for exams, planning projects, or organizing daily tasks, MindMap AI provides a smart and simple way to turn your ideas into action. Start mapping your success today with MindMap AI. We offer weekly, monthly, and yearly subscription plans, giving you unlimited access to all features without restrictions. Privacy Policy : https://best-friend-7a1.notion.site/Privacy-Policy-2585ee0f8429811e84d9df5b0b92ee42?source=copy_link Terms of Service : https://best-friend-7a1.notion.site/Terms-of-Service-2585ee0f8429810b8da9e94d6c91dcd0?source=copy_link

Screenshots

WriteMapper 24 screens
Idea Note4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: WriteMapper 2 at 3.8 against Idea Note's 2.0. WriteMapper 2 also leads on monetization model (free vs free with in-app purchases) and update cadence (every 2 months vs every 4 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support 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. WriteMapper 2 sells 2 one-off in-app purchases and Idea Note sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per 7 days. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

WriteMapper 2 holds the better App Store score, 3.8 against 2.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: WriteMapper 2 has 8 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WriteMapper 2 ships an update every 2 months, Idea Note every 4 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
WriteMapper 2 versus Idea Note: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWriteMapper 2Idea Note
PriceFreeFree
Rating3.8 (8 ratings) — better2.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews25.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings8 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 months — betterEvery 4 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS10.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size6 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperBETTERWEBPAGESwon choi

Customer experience

WriteMapper 2

All ratings8 ratings
Positive62.5%
Neutral12.5%
Negative25.0%
Written reviews4 reviews
Positive25.0%
Neutral50.0%
Negative25.0%

Idea Note

All ratings1 ratings
Positive0.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative100.0%

In-app purchases

2 purchases

WriteMapper 2

One-time2
  • 7-day TrialFree
  • Full App$9.99
3 purchases

Idea Note

Subscriptions3
  • MindMap AI Subscription Weekly$0.997 Days
  • MindMap AI Subscription Month$2.991 Month
  • MindMap AI Subscription Yearly$22.991 Year

Questions

Is WriteMapper 2 free?
WriteMapper 2 is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Idea Note free?
Idea Note is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, WriteMapper 2 or Idea Note?
WriteMapper 2 is rated higher. WriteMapper 2 averages 3.8 out of 5 from 8 ratings, while Idea Note averages 2.0 from 1 ratings.
Do WriteMapper 2 or Idea Note have ads?
Neither WriteMapper 2 nor Idea Note shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WriteMapper 2 or Idea Note?
WriteMapper 2 ships an update every 2 months, and Idea Note every 4 months. Most recently, WriteMapper 2 was updated on November 3, 2026 and Idea Note on October 30, 2026.

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