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Head-to-head · Mind Mapping Software

Mindomo vs MindNode

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 5 checks side by side
Higher score Mindomo #2 in Mind Mapping Software 9.2/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 4 of 4 features Visit Mindomo
MindNode #10 in Mind Mapping Software 8.3/10 Free plan Free plan✓ 3 of 4 features Visit MindNode

Mindomo leads on 0 checks, MindNode on 0, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 5 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreMindomo · 9.2/10
  • Free planboth
  • Most featuresMindomo · 4 of 4

Mindomo scores higher on our rubric for mind mapping software: 9.2 against 8.3 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #10.

Mindomo is the better fit for teams needing an all-purpose mind mapper. MindNode is the better fit for apple users wanting polished low-cost mapping.

  • Mindomo fits best

    Teams needing an all-purpose mind mapper

  • MindNode fits best

    Apple users wanting polished low-cost mapping

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Side by side

Feature Mindomo 9.2/10 Visit ↗ MindNode 8.3/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 8.3
Ranking #2 in Mind Mapping Software #10 in Mind Mapping Software
Best for Teams needing an all-purpose mind mapper Apple users wanting polished low-cost mapping
Pricing model Free plan + paid Free plan + paid
Starting price €6/user/mo $24.99/yr
Free plan ✓ ✓
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Desktop, Mobile Desktop, Mobile
Platforms Web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android macOS, iOS
Support Email, Live chat, Community, Docs Email, Docs
Compliance ISO 27001, GDPR, SSO/SAML, 2FA GDPR
Integrations 14 integrations 3 integrations
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise Solo, Small business
Features Mindomo 4/4 · MindNode 3/4
Real-time collaboration ✓ ✓
Offline mode ✓ (best) Not checked yet
AI assistance ✓ ✓
Presentation mode ✓ ✓
Specs
Supported platforms web, Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android, API macOS, iOS, iPadOS, watchOS, visionOS
Export formats PDF, DOCX, PPTX, MPX, XML, XLS, TXT, OPML, HTML, PNG, ZIP, MD, MOM, PMOM, MM, MMAP MindNode Classic, PDF, SVG, PNG, Markdown, TextBundle, plain text, rich text, TaskPaper, FreeMind, OPML
Collaborator limit Not checked yet Not checked yet
Our review
Pros
  • Supports maps, outlines, timelines, organigrams, and Gantt charts
  • Combines real-time collaboration with offline desktop editing
  • Offers AI, presentation mode, task planning, and extensive exports
  • Free core mind mapping with import and export
  • AI, collaboration, outlining, and presentation features
  • iCloud sync plus Apple workflow integrations
Cons
  • The Free plan is limited to 3 diagrams
  • AI access is governed by monthly or trial credit allowances
  • Professional is structured for 1 user plus 5 guests
  • Available exclusively on Apple platforms
  • Advanced features require a Plus subscription
  • Free plan does not include AI or collaboration
Our verdict

Mindomo is a mind-mapping and diagramming platform for individuals, teams, educators, and business users. It supports mind maps, concept maps, outlines, timelines, organigrams, and Gantt charts, giving teams room to move from brainstorming…

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MindNode is a mind mapping and outlining application for brainstorming, organizing ideas, planning projects, and managing tasks. It combines visual maps on an infinite canvas with hierarchical outlines, notes, tags, connections, tasks,…

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  1. MindomoMind Mapping Software 9.2Free plan
  2. MindNodeMind Mapping Software 8.3Free plan

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Mindomo — where it wins

    • Supports maps, outlines, timelines, organigrams, and Gantt charts
    • Combines real-time collaboration with offline desktop editing
    • Offers AI, presentation mode, task planning, and extensive exports

    Where it doesn't

    • The Free plan is limited to 3 diagrams
    • AI access is governed by monthly or trial credit allowances
    • Professional is structured for 1 user plus 5 guests

  • MindNode — where it wins

    • Free core mind mapping with import and export
    • AI, collaboration, outlining, and presentation features
    • iCloud sync plus Apple workflow integrations

    Where it doesn't

    • Available exclusively on Apple platforms
    • Advanced features require a Plus subscription
    • Free plan does not include AI or collaboration

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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