Deer vs Mindhive
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- Freely reorder notes by line
- One-click outline conversion
- One-click mind map generation
- Drag and drop paragraph reordering
- Clearer structure visualization
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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/
Mindhive
This app offers a handwriting-first approach to mind mapping and visual note-taking. It blends mind maps, handwritten notes, and flashcards with an infinite canvas and authentic ink tools. Easily import notes and organize thoughts for studying, brainstorming, or project planning.
- Handwriting + Card approach
- Infinite canvas for freeform creation
- Authentic ink experience with various tools
- Image recognition for note import
- Markdown and .xmind file import
- Outline mode for structured editing
- Cloud sync across devices
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Mindhive is a handwriting-first mind mapping and visual note-taking app that uses a "Handwriting + Flashcard" approach to naturally capture your thoughts. You can write and connect ideas just like drawing a mind map on paper, perfectly blending mind maps, handwriting, and notes. Whether for study notes or project planning, Mindhive serves as an advanced alternative to Xmind and traditional outliners. [ Import & Seamless Transition ] ● Image Recognition & Import: Use image recognition to convert paper notes into mind map nodes. Fully supports importing Markdown and Xmind files. [ Handwriting & Mind Mapping ] ● Infinite Canvas Mind Maps: Create cards on an infinite whiteboard and write your mind maps as naturally as taking notes. Easily record complex formulas and visual sketches. ● Authentic Ink Tools: Built-in pens, pencils, and highlighters help you create a unique visual style for your mind maps. ● Pressure-Sensitive Eraser: Optimized pressure control makes modifying handwritten notes feel like a real eraser, keeping your visual maps clean. ● Bound Drawing Boards: Create drawing boards anywhere and bind them to cards so your handwritten content moves in sync. ● Flexible Connectors: Build clear mind map structures with flexible lines and sub-card hierarchies. [ Structured Organization ] ● Rich Map Layouts: Offers tree, fishbone, and free-form layouts. Multi-level card embedding provides more flexibility than traditional Xmind structures. ● Outline Mode: Switch to the outline view to edit structured text. It operates smoothly like traditional outliners, combining handwritten maps and structured notes. ● Cross-Card Hyperlinks: Link different cards or mind maps together to build a personal knowledge network. [ Sync & Quick Capture ] ● Screenshot to Card: Convert web snippets and images into mind map cards instantly. ● Mind Map Templates: Built-in templates for various note-taking and brainstorming needs get you started quickly. ● Cloud Synchronization: Securely store your handwritten mind maps and notes in the cloud. Seamlessly switch between mobile devices and PC. [ Practical Features ] ● Custom Themes: Define your own mind map backgrounds and card visual styles. ● Multi-Format Export: Export your work seamlessly as PDFs, images, Markdown, and outliner formats. ● Smart Handwriting Search: Search for text globally within your handwritten notes and images to locate information quickly. [ Who is Mindhive For? ] ● Students: Organizing lecture notes, exam prep, and subject mind maps. ● Professionals: Project planning, meeting minutes, and workflow mind maps. ● Creatives: Capturing inspiration and brainstorming creative visual maps. Mindhive integrates handwriting, mind mapping, and structured notes. Download now and experience a straightforward, flexible way to take notes and map your mind.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: Deer at 89% against Mindhive's 0%. On price, update cadence, 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. Deer sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month and Mindhive sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.
Deer ships an update every 9 days, Mindhive weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 9, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Deer | Mindhive |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (6 ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 88.9% of reviews — better | 0.0% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 6 — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | Weekly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 15 — better | 15.3 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 11 MB | 258 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | 佳文 潘 | 广州数迪科技有限公司 |
Customer experience
Deer
Mindhive
In-app purchases
Deer
- Subscription Monthly$0.991 Month
- Subscription Yearly$5.991 Year
- Lifetime VIP$9.99
Mindhive
- Mindhive VIP$3.99
- Mindhive VIP$4.99
- Mindhive VIP永久会员$5.99
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- VIP$5.99








