Comparison

TouchMind vs Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards

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

Head to head
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

About

Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards

This app offers a handwriting-first approach to mind mapping and visual note-taking. It blends mind maps, handwritten notes, and flashcards with an infinite canvas and authentic ink tools. Easily import notes and organize thoughts for studying, brainstorming, or project planning.

Highlights
  • Handwriting + Card approach
  • Infinite canvas for freeform creation
  • Authentic ink experience with various tools
  • Image recognition for note import
  • Markdown and .xmind file import
  • Outline mode for structured editing
  • Cloud sync across devices
Features
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Mindhive brings handwritten mind maps, card-based notes, and flashcard review together in one app. Organize class notes, reading highlights, and exam topics on an infinite canvas on your iPad, then turn your mind map content into flashcards for review. Build a structure with your keyboard and write directly on the same card, without opening a separate handwriting box. Add formulas, annotations, and sketches by hand, connect ideas, and review key points with multiple-choice and fill-in-the-blank practice. TYPE AND WRITE ON THE SAME CARD
Use your keyboard to build a framework, then add handwritten formulas, diagrams, and annotations. Record your thinking in your own way, from mathematical steps and chemical structures to key concepts. Choose from fountain pens, pencils, highlighters, and other drawing tools, with pressure-sensitive erasing and real-time handwriting smoothing. Link a drawing area to a card so it moves with the card and keeps related content together. TURN MIND MAPS INTO FLASHCARDS
Use the knowledge you have organized for active recall. Check what you know and what needs another look. * Multiple-choice questions: Turn knowledge nodes into questions, with optional AI-generated distractors. * Cloze practice: Hide key words or phrases, recall the answer, then check. * Handwritten content: Review formulas, sketches, and handwritten notes in flashcards. * Anki import: Bring in existing cards and swap the question and answer sides. Use mind maps to see the big picture and flashcards to review individual concepts. EXPLORE IDEAS ON AN INFINITE WHITEBOARD
Create and arrange cards freely. Connect related concepts, expand details with child cards, and organize topics across multiple levels. Choose vertical, horizontal, tree, fishbone, or free-form layouts for chapter summaries, problem-solving, and brainstorming. SWITCH BETWEEN MIND MAPS AND OUTLINES
Use the outline view to focus on text and hierarchy, then return to the mind map to see how ideas connect. Link across cards and mind maps to connect chapters, resources, and topics into your own knowledge network. KEEP YOUR RESOURCES TOGETHER
Organize screenshots, web content, and images into cards alongside the relevant ideas. Keep examples, reading excerpts, and reference images in one place. Search text in handwritten notes and images to find details within your mind maps. MAKE IT YOUR OWN
Start with built-in mind map and note templates. Customize backgrounds, themes, and card styles to distinguish chapters and highlight important content. ORGANIZE ON A TABLET. REVIEW ON A PHONE. CONTINUE ON A COMPUTER.
Use Mindhive on phones, tablets, and computers, with mind map and note syncing through Baidu Netdisk. One membership works across all platform. Export to PDF, images, Markdown, and outline formats for saving, sharing, and further editing. Start with one card. Capture your thinking by hand, organize your knowledge with mind maps, and review key points with flashcards.

Screenshots

TouchMind4 screens
Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: TouchMind at 86% against Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards's 0%. On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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. TouchMind sells 9 in-app purchases, starting at $7.99 per 3 months and Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards sells 4 one-off in-app purchases. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

TouchMind ships an update every 2 weeks, Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards weekly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 14, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
TouchMind versus Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterTouchMindMindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (37 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews85.7% of reviews — better0.0% of reviews
Number of ratings37 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 2 weeksWeekly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS15.0 — better15.3
Further details — not scored
Size265 MB312 MB
Age rating4+4+
Developer红霞 鲁Guangzhou Shudi Technology Company Limited

Customer experience

TouchMind

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

Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards

Written reviews1 reviews
Positive0.0%
Neutral100.0%
Negative0.0%

In-app purchases

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
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  • 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
4 purchases

Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards

One-time4
  • Mindhive VIP$3.99
  • Mindhive VIP$4.99
  • Mindhive VIP永久会员$5.99
Show 1 more
  • VIP$5.99

Questions

Is TouchMind free?
TouchMind is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards free?
Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do TouchMind or Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards have ads?
Neither TouchMind nor Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards shows ads.
Which is updated more often, TouchMind or Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards?
TouchMind ships an update every 2 weeks, and Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards weekly. Most recently, TouchMind was updated on October 12, 2026 and Mindhive Mindmaps & Flashcards on October 14, 2026.

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