Comparison

Space DOT vs ConceptMap

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

Head to head
About

Space DOT

Features
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Space DOT 3.0 Features: - Templates for both DOT and Mermaid (Basic templates included. Additional templates can be purchased as in-app purchases.) - Code persistence: Switching between the code editor and the code generator will no longer wipe out your written code. - Layout adjustments: You can now choose for the code editor to appear on the top or bottom (iPhone & iPad), left or right (iPad only), full screen, or to be hidden. - You no longer have to generate code before tapping the render button. You can now simply tap the render button and it will first generate your code automatically. - The code generator tool now features a more compact layout, making it easier to enter information for multiple nodes. - Space DOT now outputs larger image files. Unleash the Power of Graphviz and Mermaid on Your iPhone and iPad. Space DOT version 3 transforms your mobile device into a powerful, professional-grade environment for creating and visualizing directed and undirected graphs using the industry-standard DOT and Mermaid languages. Perfect for engineers, data scientists, architects, and students, Space DOT is the ultimate tool for turning code into clear, elegant diagrams, all powered by an offline, high-performance WebAssembly engine. Offline Code Editor & Real-Time Preview Pure graphing Power: Write or paste your DOT or Mermaid language code in a distraction-free text editor. Instant Visualization: See your graph render in real-time. Hit "Render" to instantly generate high-quality SVG/PNG diagrams. High-Fidelity Rendering: Powered by an embedded, offline rendering engine engine, ensuring professional-grade layouts and accuracy. Interactive & Intelligent Graph Analysis Tap-to-Zoom: Tap any node in the rendered graph to instantly "zoom" into a neighborhood view, highlighting only its immediate neighbors and their connecting edges. This critical feature allows for fast, focused analysis of complex structures without re-rendering the entire graph. Fluid Gestures: Enjoy native iOS support for pinch-to-zoom and pan gestures on the graph preview. Automatic background saving ensures your DOT and Mermaid source files are always up to date. Import/Export: Easily import existing .dot or .gv files from the iOS file system. Share Anywhere: Export your finished graphs as crisp SVG or high-resolution PNG files directly to your preferred sharing service. Reference Dictionaries: Built-in, responsive, searchable libraries of DOT and Mermaid syntax, automatically switching, depending on which graphing language is selected. Code Generator Mode: Switch from the code editor to a user-friendly, form-based interface for DOT. Create nodes, edges, and attributes without writing a single line of codeβ€”Space DOT generates the DOT source for you. If you're not familiar with nodes and edges, you can now choose from a selection of templates for a variety of different graphing needs! Write the code. See the system. Whether you're mapping out network topology, sketching a system architecture, or studying algorithms, Space DOT provides the speed, reliability, and features you need to master graph visualization on the go.

About

ConceptMap

Features
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ConceptMap is a beautiful, private, beautifully crafted, private tool that helps you stay on top of what matters. Clean design, no accounts, no tracking, works offline. WHAT YOU CAN DO: β€’ Beautiful, focused design β€’ Works 100% offline β€’ No account required β€’ Private β€” your data stays on your device β€’ No account required. Works 100% offline. β€’ Clean, distraction-free design. β€’ Your data stays private on your device. CONCEPTMAP PREMIUM β€” $2.99/month (7-day free trial): β€’ Unlimited access to all features β€’ Full statistics and history β€’ Custom themes and personalization β€’ Data export and backup β€’ Ad-free experience β€’ Priority support PERFECT FOR: Anyone looking for a private, focused, no-nonsense mind-mapping app for their daily workflow. ConceptMap is designed for people who value simplicity, speed, and beautiful design over bloat. Auto-renews monthly. Cancel anytime in your Apple ID Subscriptions settings. Any unused portion of the free trial is forfeited when you purchase a subscription. Terms of Use (EULA): https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/ Privacy Policy: https://tabishhassan5121472.github.io/privacy-policy.html

Screenshots

Space DOT4 screens
ConceptMap4 screens

Verdict

The call

Space DOT and ConceptMap are too close to call on the numbers: across 5 compared parameters β€” price, ads, in-app purchases and device support among them β€” neither pulls far enough ahead to decide it. What separates them is feature set and interface, not measurable difference.

Scored on Price Β· Rating Β· Positive reviews Β· Number of ratings Β· Update frequency Β· Ads Β· In-app purchases Β· Monetization Β· Best chart rank Β· Devices Β· Requires iOS

CostPrice Β· In-app purchases Β· Ads Β· Monetization

Both are free to download. Space DOT sells 6 one-off in-app purchases and ConceptMap sells 1 in-app purchase, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ScorecardNo meaningful differences
Space DOT versus ConceptMap: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSpace DOTConceptMap
PriceFreeFree
Update frequencyEvery 9 daysβ€”
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad
Requires iOS16.2 β€” better17.0
Further details β€” not scored
Size16 MB9 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperSpace Japan StudiosTabish Hassan

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Space DOT

One-time6
  • Remove Ads$0.99
  • Technology Templates (Space DOT)$1.99
  • Creativity Templates (Space DOT)$1.99
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  • Business Templates (Space DOT)$1.99
  • Duo-Pack$2.99
  • Professional Suite (Space DOT)$2.99
1 purchases

ConceptMap

Subscriptions1
  • ConceptMap Premium7 Days trial$2.991 Month

Questions

Is Space DOT free?
Space DOT is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is ConceptMap free?
ConceptMap is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Space DOT or ConceptMap have ads?
Both Space DOT and ConceptMap show ads.

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