# MindNode vs HomeTPM

The clearest difference is device support: MindNode at 5 against HomeTPM's 3. HomeTPM's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.0). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. MindNode sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and HomeTPM sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $3.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

MindNode ships an update every 2 weeks, HomeTPM every 8 days. The most recent releases landed on November 13, 2026 and November 10, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | MindNode | HomeTPM |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (335 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/mindnode-mind-map-and-outline/id6446116532/reviews)** | — |
| Number of ratings | **335** | — |
| Positive reviews | 48.3% of reviews | — |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Every 8 days** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | — |
| Size | 215 MB | 57 MB |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | **15.1** |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Vision Pro** | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [IdeasOnCanvas GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/312220105) | [DARIO POMETTI](https://appshunter.io/developer/6799367624) |

## What reviewers say

### MindNode

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

Capture and organize your thoughts with a visual mind map or a structured outline. This app helps you brainstorm, plan projects, and create study guides. It offers real-time collaboration and integrates with Apple Reminders and Shortcuts.

**Highlights:** Infinite canvas mind maps, Outline view, Live collaboration, Visual tags and connections, Task management, Import/Export options, AI-powered suggestions

**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


### HomeTPM

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/hometpm/id6799367622)

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

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| HomeTPM Premium Mensile | $3.99 | per month |
| HomeTPM | $24.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is MindNode free?

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

### Is HomeTPM free?

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

### Do MindNode or HomeTPM have ads?

Neither MindNode nor HomeTPM shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, MindNode or HomeTPM?

MindNode ships an update every 2 weeks, and HomeTPM every 8 days. Most recently, MindNode was updated on November 13, 2026 and HomeTPM on November 10, 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.*