Comparison

Deer vs MindMap

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

Head to head
About

Deer

This app offers structured note-taking with features to reorder lines, convert notes to outlines, and generate mind maps. It helps organize complex information and newly learned knowledge points for clearer understanding.

Highlights
  • Freely reorder notes by line
  • One-click outline conversion
  • One-click mind map generation
  • Drag and drop paragraph reordering
  • Clearer structure visualization
Features
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Deer is a structured note-taking app. "Freely Reorder Notes" Beyond basic functions, each line in the note can be freely dragged and moved using keyboard shortcuts. You can quickly adjust the order of text in your note. “One-Click to Outline" For clearer organization of your note, you can convert them to an outline with one click. Editing text in the outline provides a clearer view of the structure. Drag and drop is also supported in outline mode, but you drag an entire paragraph. “One-Click to Mind Map" If you find the outline mode still not clear enough, you can convert it to a mind map with one click. In this ultimate mode, the disorganized information in your note becomes crystal clear. This will help you organize newly learned knowledge points or complex theoretical concepts. If you need support, or want to give your valuable suggestions, please let us know by email: todo-color@outlook.com If you choose the "subscription" purchase model, before subscribing, please know: • Monthly subscription users: Each subscription period is 1 month. • Annual subscription users: Each subscription period is 1 year. • In the "Deer" purchase window, the latest subscription price will be displayed in real time. After the payment is confirmed, or after the free trial period (if any) ends, the iTunes account will be debited. • The subscription is automatically renewed unless the auto-renewal feature is turned off 24 hours before the current subscription period. • The account will be deducted for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription period, and the renewal amount is the same as the previous subscription amount. • The user can manage the subscription service by himself, and the automatic renewal service can be turned off in the user's account settings after purchase. terms of use: Please read the following terms carefully before using the "Unlocked Full Version" value-added service provided by "Deer": 1. Subscription model This service is a subscription-based fee-based service, which means that you will pay in advance for future subscription usage. Currently, you can choose to use the service on a monthly or yearly basis. At the end of each subscription period, your subscription will be automatically renewed by default, unless you cancel the automatic renewal yourself or we cancel the service. 2. Expenses The current standard service price may change during the promotion period. When the price adjustment occurs, the new fee will be incurred in your next subscription cycle. 3. Refund The current subscription fee will not be refunded. Please be sure to cancel the service by yourself before the end of the trial. 4. Unsubscribe If you need to cancel the renewal, please cancel at least 24 hours in advance. You can cancel by the following method: open the system settings-click on Apple ID-click on subscription-select "Deer" to cancel the subscription 5. Other The same Apple ID can only open one subscription to "Deer" contact us If you have any questions about these terms of use, please contact us. Email address: todo-color@outlook.com. Link to Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy policy link: https://rednowapp.github.io/privacy-policy/

About

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.

Highlights
  • 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
Features
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This is a powerful app that perfectly combines mind mapping with file management, taking your thinking and productivity to the next level. It turns scattered ideas in your head into clear structured diagrams, helping you greatly improve your work efficiency. Whether for personal growth, team collaboration, or professional projects, this app provides outstanding support. Key Highlights: • Smart Mind Maps: from logic diagrams to fishbone charts. An intuitive interface and diverse templates let you quickly capture and organize ideas, clearly presenting complex thinking. • One-Tap Text-to-Diagram: supports Markmap, Mermaid, Mind Elixir and other formats, instantly turning outlines or code text into interactive mind maps as you write. • Built-in To-Do List: break ideas into actionable tasks, organize while making progress, and turn every thought into action. • Comprehensive File Management: seamlessly combines files with mind maps. Browse, preview and edit documents, images, archives and more—no more struggling to find materials. • Wireless Transfer: WiFi wireless transfer and WebDAV let you easily move files between phone and computer, with batch upload, download, compression and decompression. • Easy Import & Export: import and export in multiple formats, convert to PDF or image in one tap, and print or share by email—easily connecting with other apps. • Personalized Appearance: light, dark and system themes for a comfortable reading experience day and night. Whether you're a student, a professional, or an entrepreneur, this app is the best choice for organizing your thoughts and optimizing your workflow. Download now and start working more efficiently and organized! Unlimited Access Subscription - With this subscription you can use all in-app features without limits. - The subscription is billed weekly, monthly or yearly, depending on the plan chosen. - Payment is charged to your iTunes account upon confirmation of purchase. - You can turn off auto-renewal at least 24 hours before the end of the current subscription, otherwise it will renew automatically. - Your account is charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current subscription; the fee depends on the plan you choose. - Users can manage their subscriptions; after purchase, they can go to their account settings to turn off auto-renewal. - After purchasing a subscription, any unused portion of a free trial period 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

Screenshots

Deer3 screens
MindMap3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Deer at 4.8 against MindMap's 1.0. Deer also leads on monetization model (free with in-app purchases vs subscription) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 25 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. Deer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month 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.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Deer holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Deer has 6 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Deer ships an update every 9 days, MindMap every 25 months. The most recent releases landed on November 3, 2026 and October 30, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Deer versus MindMap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterDeerMindMap
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (6 ratings) — better1.0 (1 ratings)
Positive reviews88.9% of reviews—
Number of ratings6 — better1
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterEvery 25 months
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases — betterSubscription
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS1515.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB126 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer佳文 潘Shanghai Dazhuo Information Technology Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Deer

All ratings6 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive88.9%
Neutral11.1%
Negative0.0%

MindMap

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

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Deer

Subscriptions2
  • Subscription Monthly$0.991 Month
  • Subscription Yearly$5.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime VIP$9.99
3 purchases

MindMap

Subscriptions3
  • Weekly Subscription3 Days trial$1.997 Days
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial$2.991 Month
  • Annual Subscription3 Days trial$19.991 Year

Questions

Is Deer free?
Deer is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MindMap free?
MindMap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Deer or MindMap?
Deer is rated higher. Deer averages 4.8 out of 5 from 6 ratings, while MindMap averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Deer or MindMap have ads?
Neither Deer nor MindMap shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Deer or MindMap?
Deer ships an update every 9 days, and MindMap every 25 months. Most recently, Deer was updated on November 3, 2026 and MindMap on October 30, 2026.

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