Xmind - Mind Map & Brainstorm Reviews

by Customer671

Dear this app Devs,

I am only rating this with two stars to hopefully obtain your attention. I will definitely change it to 5 stars if hopefully I get a response. Regarding the topic of this text, I have a suggestion to improve Xmind . It would be really nice to have a function where I could tap on a box and see additional information regarding that box. For example, Cat (Main topic) -Ecology (Subtopic 1) -Tundra (Subtopic 1a). For students like me using the this app, I would like to define “Cat”, “Ecology”, and “Tundra” without adding it into the box (For organizational and aesthetic reasons) instead, what I suggest is that there should be a function where I can define the word “Cat”, and while the box just sais the word “Cat”, the definition can show up only when I click on that individual box. I believe this will make the mind maps not only more organized, but also more efficient in terms of use and space! I hope these suggestions reach you! If it does, please let me know if you believe this is a suggestion you feel is beneficial?

Sincerely, A fan of this app

by EarlyFreak

I suggested a simple solution several times and they always replied that they would considerate and add in a future upgrade. However nothing has been done in over 9 months and they are forcing me away from this app to competitive mind mapping which all them seem to have numbers 0 to 9, so when you want a to number branches of past 7, you can. With 0 to 9 you can add Infinite numbers. this app stopped at 7 and only have 1-7 why? It is the easy programming fix add 0,8,9 only 3 additional markers so we, the end users can number priority's beyond 7 I send screen shots from a competitive mind map that I seem to Gravitate to because of the numbering. Unless this is fixed I will be forced to cancel my subscription and stay with competing mindmapping and nowadays there ar plenty good ones. Just type in mind-mapping in the apple store. Unhappy disappointed customer

Why can’t you start with a blank mind map with just a central Topic as a starting point? You have to pick from template then delete or fill in.

It’s odd that’s support does not respond or address any of these reviews with comments or reply

by Zog Software

Obviously nowhere near the desktop level but works well in a pinch or during a meeting etc. Need to go back to the desktop to clean up afterwards though. I use this more like an extension version when I don’t want to carry my laptop. It does have some clunkiness with Dropbox locations. It constantly creates and saves conflict versions, (never overwrites the one you originally opened) so those need to be cleaned up when you head back to your main desktop as well. So overall, great in a pinch for portability, but that’s what it’s for I think.

by Michael.odell

Seems like an okay mind mapping tool from my trials. For me, some of the features that really help me decide if it’s viable in my system are the import and export, and unfortunately those features are weak in the trial version.

I wouldn’t even be opposed to paying for Xmind for a month to find out, but I’m not going to pay $40 for 6 months of Xmind just to find out if it can do what I need.

by DaveOnTheRoad

Very excited to see this app on iOS. The current capabilities, such as map element formatting, seem lightweight or missing compared to this app Zen (beta) but it seems to work well enough for everything I have tried so far. File interoperability with this app Zen on macOS seems to work fine. The formatting changes I made on my Mac carried over to the iOS app when synchronizing with iCloud. The .this app files created by the iOS app are not compatible with this app 6 but this is probably due to file format changes that occurred after this app 6. Looking forward to future updates to this iOS app and the release of this app Zen because these two apps seem to work well together in the iCloud environment.

by C.l.yam

1. I have been using Xmind almost everyday. However, I don’t know all the functions of Xmind. Can you create a Facebook or Twitter group, so all users can join? If we have any questions, we can ask other users.
2. Annual subscription does not include all the features? I have to pay extra to use all the features?

by Jrivers37

I’m a super visual person. So far, I’m incredibly happy with this product. I’m able to immediately see and connect concepts to complex problems. And what’s more, it’s fun! I get excited to sit down and further get my ideas all laid out in Xmind . Thanks for this wonderful platform of mind-mapping!

by CecilyR

Xmind can help you wrap your mind around the most complex concepts. It can help you see the big picture and then visualize the sequential steps to making your project a reality.

It’s taken a huge weight off of me as I know I’m not ignoring the missing links in completing projects I’ve been working on for years. And the basic app is free!

Thank you.

by {TPM}

Good job with design and function. Minor issues with templates synced through iCloud from this app Pro on my Mac to my iPad Pro. It's clear that this app is consolidating its MacOS and IOS offerings, but as a paid subscriber I would like a better view of the product roadmap. In particular, when Gantt charts and tasks might be supported on IOS and if the product will ever have better native integration to support simple things like task alerts and reminders - functionality any user would expect. Not fond of paying for iterative development when I don't have a clear line of sight on what that is.

by @gilly1965

I’ve been a mindmap fan and champion for 30 years and have three mindmap apps that I use and like a lot. But yesterday I saw a tweet that led me to X-mind and I gave it a try. Works great and is very easy to use. I like the display options, especially the one that allows ideas to lie on the line, as Tony Buzan recommends. Kudos.

by Dedicated_Dean

Thank you for actually being free. There are other apps that say it’s free but in reality it’s a time limited free trial. In contrast, this free app’s trial is indefinite and grants unlimited space. As a struggling college student, I appreciate this company’s honesty. One day when things are better - I will purchase the premium because I can trust this company’s character.

by JeffReviewer

this app 2020 is the best mind mapper for me. I like it even better than MindMeister and Ayoa. It is the best for me because of ease of use, keyboard shortcuts on the desktop and best set of features for the money.

Sync between desktop and mobile works well with iCloud.

My only complaint is that the desktop app is slow to startup.

by Denisedensie

I absolutely love Xmind and it has completely changed the way that I process and think forever.
I use this for everything, whether it’s homework or a story i’m writing to piece it together or even work.
It keeps my complicated thoughts together and helps me piece everything together. Highly recommend!!

by Roscoe Kid

I think the thing that really seals the deal for me is the ability to write out the mind map within a structured list, then have the automatically apply it to a mind map. Furthermore, the style is so customizable which lends a smoothness to it, while other apps seem clunky, resulting in a much more polished look in this app. Beautiful.

by Xxxxxzffch

I love Xmind and how it is easy to be used. Just there is some things that needs to be fixed like the two taps won’t delete the existing text inside! There is also the added feature of having check box and it would be great to be used as to do list. I know there is the feature of adding check mark but it is way mor satisfying to click on check box.
Other than that it is the best!

by RXINC-LLC

It helps me to map out any idea at anytime. I can then see certain angles that otherwise would not have been notable to me. The power to move and connect multiple tasks and adjust or fine tune to make otherwise impossible things work is awesome. I did this all with the free version and now I am ready to upgrade to the full version of both mobile and desktop. Shout out and thanks to the developers.

by Golden Fish Cliff

Hi this app,
I really like using Xmind. It is convenient and amazing. It really helps me to organize my notes for my classess！However, one thing bothers me that I have so many mindmaps and I can't categorize them. Although I can tag them, I still have so many different things. I hope if you can have folder options available to customers. So I don't have to looking through my maps all over the screen. Thank you very much！

by Nagem Elocin

My ADHD loves Xmind! Everything about it too! The only “bad” thing I have to say is that for some reason I can’t open certain files in my iPhone that were made on my Mac. However, with that being said, I’m receiving phenomenal help from their IT support.

Suggestions:
I would love it if there was a way to integrate a calendar or at least have an option to be able to add reminders so we can use this for many more things.
I also love the idea that there could be 3D themes. I already love that we can use zen mode, but I think zen mode would be astounding if we had some sort of option for a 3D theme - whether it’s the Topics or Subtopics themselves or if we can rotate and zoom on the map essentially like a globe.
I hope this makes sense.

Thank you!

by Avi.G

I have been trying to scope my subjects using Xmind and the experience so far has been amazing. You get a very neat interface and can get right into jotting down what’s important while Xmind takes care of branching/mapping. The best part is that there’s tons of customization options and you can also add relationships, summaries, notes. The auto-balance feature is not perfect but gets the job done.

Basically, you focus on the content and Xmind takes care of everything else. Amazing job!

by BrianKann16

After trying and trying to use other “mind mapping” Apps, most notably Mind Node, I was ready to give up trying to create super-professional flowcharts, organizational charts, etc. for website development and other ‘vertically outlined projects’ and go back to one of the reliable “standbys”, MS Excel or Apple Numbers. BUT, then I realized I had long-ago downloaded Xmind as well. Xmind is outstanding. So far the documents I have been able to produce are clear, communicative, beautiful, and that’s not to mention easy to learn and use. HIGHLY RECOMMEND Xmind!

by Christiantjr

I’ve used this app for years and have always loved it. I was excited to get Xmind so I can have more access and work on mindmaps while I’m on the road and at conferences.

Unfortunately I can’t figure out how to even open a mindmap, let alone do anything with Xmind at all. So far it’s 100% unusable for me. I’m on a 7S with the latest versions of everything.

I know others are using this successfully. I must be missing something but I have no idea what it is. I’d love to get a response from support but so far after almost a week, nothing.

by Geekmee

I know this can be fixed, but out of the gate you would think they would at least basic functions would work (iOS 11.3).

Plus, help doesn’t appear to be available in Xmind . It refers you to a website, which means help depends on if you have a good connection or wireless at the time you need help. Not a good idea to make people jump through hoops when they need help.

Building a simple org chart, there doesn’t appear to be a way to drag or reposition an element to a new position.

by Tenshi Sora

I have been using Xmind for some time now and the amount of features that it has (and most importantly the unlimited documents which are all stored on iCloud) makes this one of my personal favorite apps. If you are looking for a simple, free, and rich in features app, look no further then Xmind