Comparison

Outliner for iPad vs MapMind

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

Head to head
About

Outliner for iPad

This application is an iPad-exclusive outlining tool. It is a legacy version, with a universal app available for new users. Contact the developer for any inquiries.

Highlights
  • Outlining tool
  • iPad exclusive
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** This is the iPad only version of Outliner. Outliner is now a Universal app, so new users should purchase that version instead. Please contact us for any questions. Thanks! **

About

MapMind

Features
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MapMind is a clean and focused mind mapping app for capturing ideas, planning projects, and organizing thoughts. Start with a central topic, add branches, edit topics directly on the canvas, or switch to Outline mode when you want a structured list view. MapMind is designed to feel simple at first, while still giving you the tools you need to build rich, useful maps. Key features: - Create and manage multiple mind map documents - Edit topics directly on the canvas - Switch between Mind Map and Outline views - Add subtopics and sibling topics quickly - Reorganize topics by dragging - Collapse and expand branches - Add notes, markers, relationships, and summary boundaries - Customize fonts, colors, and node styles - Choose from multiple layouts and themes with Pro - Export maps as PNG or PDF - Localized interface with support for multiple languages MapMind is useful for project planning, brainstorming, meeting notes, study outlines, personal goals, product ideas, and daily organization. MapMind Pro is available as a one-time purchase and unlocks unlimited documents, all layouts, all themes, and all node shapes.

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Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: MapMind at Free against Outliner for iPad's $4.99. Outliner for iPad's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and iOS requirement (15.0 vs 17.0). On ads 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

MapMind is free to download; Outliner for iPad costs $4.99 up front. MapMind sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Outliner for iPad asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
Outliner for iPad versus MapMind: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterOutliner for iPadMapMind
Price$4.99Free — better
Rating4.8 (13 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews81.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings13 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 4 months—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationPaid—
DevicesiPadiPhone, iPad — better
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.0
Further details — not scored
Size11 MB1 MB
Age rating4++4
DeveloperCarbonFin杏娣 吴

Bugs and requests

Outliner for iPad

Reported bugs

12 issues
  • Font size settings don't include larger options
  • Copy and paste functionality lost in recent updates
  • OPML export doesn't preserve outline hierarchy in Word
  • Text selection and cursor placement issues
  • Sync authentication failures causing data loss
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  • App crashes when creating new outlines
  • Formatting lost when cutting and pasting
  • Dropbox sync not automatic, requires manual setup per file
  • Dialog changes don't update until closed
  • Slow startup time on iPad
  • Small touch targets for expand/collapse buttons
  • Multi-line note preview not available

Requested features

20 requests
  • Larger font size options and accessibility settings
  • Color coding and text formatting (bold, italics)
  • Folder-based organization for outlines
  • Due dates and reminders for tasks
  • Password protection and encryption
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  • PDF export functionality
  • Keyboard shortcuts for navigation and hierarchy changes
  • Multi-select and batch operations
  • Columns for additional metadata
  • Dark mode or customizable color themes
  • Gantt chart or timeline view
  • Desktop application for Windows/Mac
  • Universal app (single purchase for iPhone and iPad)
  • Automatic syncing without manual trigger
  • Ability to move outlines between lists
  • Rich text formatting in notes
  • Web link detection and built-in browser
  • Image and attachment support
  • Numbered list export
  • Integration with Google Tasks or iOS Reminders

MapMind

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Outliner for iPad

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

MapMind

One-time1
  • MapMind Pro$4.99

Questions

Is Outliner for iPad free?
Outliner for iPad costs $4.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is MapMind free?
MapMind is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Outliner for iPad or MapMind have ads?
Neither Outliner for iPad nor MapMind shows ads.

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