# Mind Map Maker vs Mind Map

The clearest difference is ratings volume: Mind Map Maker at 469 against Mind Map's 7. Mind Map Maker also leads on iOS requirement (15.6 vs 17.6). Mind Map's advantage is rating (4.9 vs 4.7). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Mind Map Maker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $35.99 per 6 months and Mind Map sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Mind Map holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Mind Map Maker has 469 ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 77% of Mind Map Maker's written reviews are positive against 70% of Mind Map's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

Mind Map Maker ships an update every 9 days, Mind Map weekly. The most recent releases landed on September 24, 2026 and September 20, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Mind Map Maker | Mind Map |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (469 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mind-map-maker-mindomo/id526684279/reviews) | **[4.9 (7 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mind-map-hoodlemind/id1535574338/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **469** | 7 |
| Positive reviews | **76.6% of reviews** | 69.8% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 187 MB | 59 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.6** | 17.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, Mac |
| Age rating | 9+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Expert Software Applications Srl](https://appshunter.io/developer/526684282) | [翔 崔](https://appshunter.io/developer/974649822) |

## What reviewers say

### Mind Map Maker

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mind-map-maker-mindomo/id526684279)

This app allows users to create and share mind maps and concept maps, transforming thoughts into presentations. It offers real-time collaboration and cloud synchronization across devices, enabling users to bring ideas to life anywhere. Features include offline work, customizable layouts, and image embedding.

**Highlights:** Interactive presentations from mind maps, Unlimited maps and folders, Offline work and synchronization, Real-time collaboration, Multiple layout options, Map customization with icons and themes, Image embedding on topics

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (4)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Mindomo Premium | $35.99 | per 6 months |
| Mindomo Premium Subscription | $35.99 | per 6 months |
| Mindomo Premium | $65.99 | per year |
| Mindomo Premium Subscription | $65.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Simple, easy to use
- 👍 No learning curve
- 👍 Plenty of features
- 👍 Customizable templates
- 👍 Excellent for organizing thoughts and ideas

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Presentation feature crashes
- 🔒 Limited free version with restricted features
- 🐛 Syncing issues and data loss
- 🐛 Laggy performance with large maps
- 🐛 Inability to duplicate or copy mind maps

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and freezes
- Login and sync issues
- Disappearing or lost mind maps
- Compatibility problems with older devices
- White text on white background in certain UI elements

**Requested features**

- Ability to connect topics or subtopics
- More layout and formatting options
- Keyboard shortcuts
- Commenting feature
- Improved offline functionality


### Mind Map

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mind-map-hoodlemind/id1535574338)

Create beautiful mind maps intuitively to capture and organize ideas. Supports brainstorming, note-taking, studying, and project planning. Collaborate in real-time and export in various formats.

**Highlights:** Intuitive mind map creation, Brainstorming and ideation, Note-taking and studying, Project planning and management, Customizable themes and formatting, Add notes, links, attachments, and images to nodes, Real-time collaboration, Export as PNG, PDF, OPML

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (1)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HoodleMind Pro | $9.99 | one-time |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Mind Map Maker free?

Mind Map Maker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Mind Map free?

Mind Map is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Mind Map Maker or Mind Map?

Mind Map is rated higher. Mind Map Maker averages 4.7 out of 5 from 469 ratings, while Mind Map averages 4.9 from 7 ratings.

### Do Mind Map Maker or Mind Map have ads?

Neither Mind Map Maker nor Mind Map shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Mind Map Maker or Mind Map?

Mind Map Maker ships an update every 9 days, and Mind Map weekly. Most recently, Mind Map Maker was updated on September 24, 2026 and Mind Map on September 20, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*