# MindNode vs Podium Timer

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Podium Timer at none against MindNode's 2. Podium Timer also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.6). MindNode's advantage is ratings volume (335 vs 3) and device support (5 vs 2). On price, ads and iOS requirement there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MindNode sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Podium Timer asks for nothing beyond the download.

Podium Timer holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.6. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: MindNode has 335 ratings behind it against 3, so its average is the more settled of the two.

## The numbers

| Metric | MindNode | Podium Timer |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.6 (335 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindnode-mind-map-and-outline/id6446116532/reviews) | **[5.0 (3 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/podium-timer-debate/id6763945123/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **335** | 3 |
| Positive reviews | 47.9% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | — |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | **Free** |
| Size | 215 MB | 7 MB |
| Requires iOS | **18.0** | 18.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IdeasOnCanvas GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/312220105) | [Jiong Feng](https://appshunter.io/developer/1895566968) |

## What reviewers say

### MindNode

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindnode-mind-map-and-outline/id6446116532)

Visualize and organize your thoughts with an infinite canvas for mind mapping and a linear structure for outlining. Collaborate in real-time with others and access your projects across all your Apple devices. A free editor is available, with an optional subscription for advanced features.

**Highlights:** Infinite canvas mind mapping, Linear outlining view, Real-time collaboration, Cross-device synchronization, Notes and visual tags, Import and export options

**Features:** Family Sharing, Apple Watch app, iPhone Duo support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Subscription | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Subscription | $24.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Powerful brainstorming features
- 👍 Intuitive and easy to use
- 🌟 Excellent for organizing thoughts and ideas
- 🌍 Seamless cross-device sync

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Restrictive file management
- 💰 Expensive subscription model
- 🔍 Lack of folder organization
- 🔙 Missing key features from classic version
- 🐛 Bugs and stability issues

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes on startup
- Text rendering issues
- Syncing problems across devices
- Incompatibility with older hardware

**Requested features**

- Add folder structure for organizing mind maps
- Restore manual layout and positioning options
- Bring back Apple Watch support
- Improve export and integration with other apps
- Provide more customization options for themes and formatting


### Podium Timer

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/podium-timer-debate/id6763945123)

This app provides a customizable timer and preparation manager for various debate formats. It supports popular styles like Lincoln-Douglas, Public Forum, and World Schools, helping debaters stay on track.

**Highlights:** Supports major debate formats, Customizable timer, Preparation management, User-friendly interface

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

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MindNode free?

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

### Is Podium Timer free?

Podium Timer is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, MindNode or Podium Timer?

Podium Timer is rated higher. MindNode averages 4.6 out of 5 from 335 ratings, while Podium Timer averages 5.0 from 3 ratings.

### Do MindNode or Podium Timer have ads?

Neither MindNode nor Podium Timer shows ads.

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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.*