MindMup review
A focused web mind mapper with strong sharing and Google Workspace fit.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
MindMup is a browser-based mind mapping application for individuals, teams, educators, and classrooms. It supports standard mind maps, org charts, and argument visualization, with styling controls, rich-text notes, sticky notes, attachments, sharing, publishing, version history, and multiple export formats. Maps can be stored in MindMup Cloud or connected to Google Drive. Its strongest fit is for Google Workspace teams that need structured sharing rather than a broad visual-workspace suite.
The freemium model gives users a way to start without a paid subscription. The Starter plan supports up to 3 mind maps, notes and annotations, sharing, and publishing. Personal costs $6 per user per month when billed annually and adds unlimited mind maps, image and file attachments, and advanced sharing. Team costs $9 per user per month annually and adds unlimited teamspaces and Guest Pass access; real-time collaboration is listed with this plan. Organization (SSO) costs $15 per user per month annually and adds Google and Microsoft SSO, advanced security, and priority support. This progression makes the paid tiers relevant when map volume, team administration, or identity controls become more important.
MindMup’s platform fit is clear but deliberately narrow. Google Drive integration, Google authentication, Microsoft authentication, Webex integration, role-based sharing, domain-restricted sharing, and administrative controls support organized access across teams. Exports include PNG, JPG, SVG, PDF, MindMup, Microsoft Word, Text/Markdown, HTML, and structured outlines, which helps move map content into other workflows. The trade-off is a web-only experience without offline mode, AI assistance, or presentation mode. Choose MindMup for structured mapping, publishing, history, and workspace sharing; choose an alternative if you need desktop access, AI-supported ideation, or presentation-focused delivery.
MindMup pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Free access with version history and deleted-map restoration
- Google Drive integration plus Google and Microsoft SSO
- Teamspaces, role-based sharing, and interactive publishing
- Where it doesn't
- Web-only, with no offline mode
- No AI assistance or presentation mode
- Collaboration depth is narrower than broader visual-workspace tools
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