Comparison

MindTwigs vs TouchMind

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

Head to head
About

MindTwigs

This app offers a user-friendly platform for creating diverse mind maps and visual diagrams. It supports cross-platform synchronization, a vast library of templates, and extensive customization options for personalized creations. Easily share your ideas and plans with a clear interface designed for focused thinking.

Highlights
  • Cross-platform cloud sync
  • 12 innovative mind mapping structures
  • Unlimited nodes and exports
  • 12,000+ free templates
  • Customizable node shapes, colors, and fonts
  • Insert pictures, icons, and relationship lines
Features
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MindTwigs is a full-platform mind mapping software. It is easy to use and has a fresh and clear interface. You can quickly create mind maps on your smartphone, and it supports exporting high-quality images. When you use MindTwigs to create mind maps, you can focus on thinking and combing your thoughts without spending time researching the software's features. MindTwigs team has partially innovated on the mind map structure. They have fully liberalized 12 structures of maps, Right Logic Map, Mind Map, Downward Sorting Map, Bridge Diagram, Fishbone Diagram, Organizational Chart, Bracket Diagram, Bubble Diagram, Circle Diagram, Cause and Effect Diagram, and other innovative graphic structures. It is very suitable for daily work, studying, and life. For example, reading notes, knowledge compilation, product planning, meeting minutes, brainstorming, work plan, OKR, travel plan, study notes for public examination/graduate studies/certification, and so on. *** Key Features *** ## Create at will *Cross-platform cloud sync *Unlimited number of nodes *Export unlimited definition *Massive templates for free use "## 12 Innovative Mind Mapping Structures *Mind maps (free flow of ideas) *Rightward Logic Chart (summarize & display) *Bridge Chart ( compare and contrast) *Bubble Chart (describe the keys) *Complex Flowchart (analyze cause and effect) *Circle Chart (associative memorization) *Fishbone diagram (analyze cause) *Organization chart (subordination) *Open MindTwigs App to see more..." *** Brief Description *** # Multiple Features for Personalized Creation MindTwigs provides plenty of features. You can smoothly insert relationship lines, outlines, pictures, icons, as well as customize the settings of the node shape, fill color, font color, connecting line structure, etc. You can also freely adjust the background color and image of the canvas, the design of the mind map, the style of the hand-drawn and so on. Based on the many features of MindTwigs, everyone can create beautiful and exquisite mind maps. # Device Switching & Smooth Handling on Mobile & Computer With the MindTwigs App, Web, and Computer Clients account-syncing capabilities, you can create a mind map in one place and continue editing and viewing it anywhere. For example, if you edit a mind map on your computer, you can continue to view or edit it on the MindTwigs App on your smartphone or tablet on the way home, with real-time synchronization in the cloud to ensure that you don't lose your data. # Easy to Use with a Nice and Clear Interface MindTwigs's nice and clear interface can make people pleasant. The simple process and easy steps help you concentrate on thinking. The MindTwigs Template Library also provides 12,000+ free mind map templates and knowledge notes, so you can draw simple and lovely mind maps in 1 minute. # Express Better & Share Safely & Efficiently When you share your ideas with others, it's easy to get messy in chat, and it's not easy to withdraw from mistakes. However, if you use MindTwigs to create a mind map, the logic will be much clearer. With the "Encrypted Time-Limited Sharing" feature, the privacy and timeliness of the shared content will be more secure. It will also significantly improve the efficiency of sharing your own planning, summarizing, and other types of work-related minds. Moreover, it supports synchronized real-time updating. ***About MindTwigs*** Technical Support: support@zhixi.com vision: Let more people use mind maps without cost.

About

TouchMind

This app offers a dynamic space for brainstorming and organizing ideas with a focus on handwritten mind maps. It features a smooth handwriting experience, diverse background options, and efficient creation tools. Seamless synchronization across devices and various export formats enhance usability for creative thinking and note-taking.

Highlights
  • Smooth handwriting experience
  • Diversified background selection
  • Efficient mind map creation
  • Unlimited drawing board function
  • Dual-end synchronization (iPad/iPhone)
  • Rich brush functions
  • File export (TMind, PDF, JPG, PNG)
Features
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Explore unlimited creative space and embark on a brand new journey of thinking with TMind (TouchMind) Dear users, have you ever been troubled by not being able to find an ideal mind mapping software? Do you desire a platform where you can freely express your creativity? Now, the all-new version of TMind brings a heavyweight update, with the launch of the handwriting board function, bringing you an unprecedented experience in brain mapping creation! [Highlights of handwriting board functions] -Smooth handwriting experience: We have optimized the handwriting board function specifically for iPad users, allowing your creations to be as smooth and effortless as writing on paper. Strong Brain Mapping Function -Diversified background selection: We have added multiple whiteboard canvas backgrounds to meet your recording needs in different scenarios, making your mind map more colorful. -Efficient Brain Map Creation: By optimizing algorithms, we have increased the speed of creating mind maps, making it more efficient and convenient for you to organize and plan your thoughts. -Unlimited recording method: In addition to traditional mind maps, we also support unlimited drawing board function, allowing you to freely draw Cornell notes, fishbone diagrams, graphic charts, etc., and switch between multiple recording methods. -Synchronization function: We support dual end synchronization between iPad and iPhone, allowing you to view and record important information anytime and anywhere, achieving seamless connection. -Rich brush functions: Our pencil case provides multiple brush options and supports free color matching. In the future, we will continue to expand the types and functions of brushes to bring you a more convenient drawing experience. -File export: In order to facilitate your sharing and management of your records, we support exporting to various file formats such as TMind, PDF, JPG, PNG, etc. Co creation with users 【 Contact Us 】 Please contact us via email Tmind_Official@163.com Join us for a mental collision! [Membership Introduction and Usage Rules] 1、 Instructions for Permanent and Subscription Membership Services 1. Membership Services: Permanent membership (membership validity period permanent) IPad+iPhone permanent membership (membership validity period on iPad+iPhone devices is permanent) 2. Membership prices The permanent membership price is 46 The price for iPad+iPhone permanent membership is 20 2、 Automatic Subscription Service Description 1. Subscription service: TMind Pro Continuous Package Year (Year) TMind Pro Continuous Monthly Package (Month) 2. Subscription price: The price of TMind Pro's annual continuous package is 14.99 per year TMind Pro continuous monthly (monthly) product price is 4/month 3. TMind Pro Benefits: During the membership period, unlimited creation of whiteboard mind maps, unlimited use of all theme templates, support for inserting image functions, etc 4. Payment: After the user confirms the purchase and makes the payment, it will be credited to their iTunes account 5. Automatic renewal: The Apple iTunes account will be charged within 24 hours before expiration, and after successful charging, the subscription period will be extended by one subscription period. 6. Turn off the service: You can go to "iTunes Store and App Store" in "Settings" on your iPhone, click on "Apple ID", select "View Apple ID", go to the "Account Settings" page, click on "Subscription", and manage the automatic subscription service. If you want to cancel, you can turn it off 24 hours before the end of each billing cycle. No charges will be deducted within 24 hours before the expiration date 7. Subscription Service Agreement: https://windy-gruyere-95f.notion.site/TMind-7aca7f431aaf45509132034f3bdde091 8. Privacy Policy: https://windy-gruyere-95f.notion.site/TMind-6874f33f3cc6440586b521dc72b5c9c6?pvs=4

Screenshots

MindTwigs4 screens
TouchMind4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is monetization model: MindTwigs at free against TouchMind's free with in-app purchases. MindTwigs also leads on review sentiment (100% vs 86%) and iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). TouchMind's advantage is ratings volume (37 vs 10). On price, rating, update cadence 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. MindTwigs sells 19 one-off in-app purchases and TouchMind sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 3 months. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.9 for MindTwigs against 4.8 for TouchMind. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 10 and 37 respectively. Written reviews are what separate them: 100% of MindTwigs's written reviews are positive against 86% of TouchMind's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

MindTwigs ships an update every 3 weeks, TouchMind fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on September 10, 2026 and September 19, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
MindTwigs versus TouchMind: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMindTwigsTouchMind
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.9 (10 ratings) — better4.8 (37 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better85.7% of reviews
Number of ratings1037 — better
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeksFortnightly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree — betterFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, MaciPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size165 MB265 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperSuzhou Zhixi Information Technology Co., Ltd.红霞 鲁

Customer experience

MindTwigs

All ratings10 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews2 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

TouchMind

All ratings37 ratings
Positive97.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative2.7%
Written reviews35 reviews
Positive85.7%
Neutral5.7%
Negative8.6%

In-app purchases

19 purchases

MindTwigs

One-time19
  • AI能量值1万$0.99
  • AI能量值5万$2.99
  • AI能量值10万$5.99
Show 16 more
  • Three Months$5.99
  • Three Months Special Offer$5.99
  • One Year Special Offer$9.99
  • One Year Special Offer$12.99
  • One Year$14.99
  • Three Months Special Offer$19.99
  • Two Year Special Offer$19.99
  • Two Year Special Offer$22.99
  • Three Years$24.99
  • AI能量值50万$24.99
  • Two Years$29.99
  • Lifetime Special Offer$39.99
  • Lifetime$49.99
  • Lifetime Special Offer$49.99
  • Honorable Member$49.99
  • Lifetime_Max$49.99
9 purchases

TouchMind

Subscriptions4
  • TMind Pro (Quarterly)3 Months trial$7.993 Months
  • TMInd VIP按月订阅$9.001 Month
  • TMind Pro (Annually)$14.991 Year
Show 1 more
  • TMind VIP 按年订阅$27.001 Year
One-time5
  • Forver VIP for iPad and iPhone$19.99
  • Three Years VIP$19.99
  • Feedback upgrade$22.99
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  • Five-year membership$22.99
  • TMind 永久会员$39.99

Questions

Is MindTwigs free?
MindTwigs is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is TouchMind free?
TouchMind is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, MindTwigs or TouchMind?
MindTwigs is rated higher. MindTwigs averages 4.9 out of 5 from 10 ratings, while TouchMind averages 4.8 from 37 ratings.
Do MindTwigs or TouchMind have ads?
Neither MindTwigs nor TouchMind shows ads.
Which is updated more often, MindTwigs or TouchMind?
MindTwigs ships an update every 3 weeks, and TouchMind fortnightly. Most recently, MindTwigs was updated on September 10, 2026 and TouchMind on September 19, 2026.

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