MindNode review

MindNode is the best mind mapping software for the Mac and other Apple devices. It is built only for Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Vision Pro and Apple Watch, and stores data encrypted in your personal iCloud rather than on a separate account. The free version covers mind mapping, import and export, while MindNode Plus at $2.99 a month or $24.99 a year adds the outline view, connections, notes and tasks, images and stickers, focus mode, visual tags, themes, collaboration and Apple Intelligence features. Tasks sync with Apple Reminders and Apple Shortcuts can automate repeat workflows, and maps export as OPML, Markdown, PDF, SVG and PNG. MindNode Classic, the previous version, is included with Plus. The limit is reach: there is no Windows, Android or browser version, so a mixed team will be better served by Xmind or MindMeister.

Who it is for

Mac, iPhone and iPad users who want a calm, native app with private iCloud storage.

Price

Free version; MindNode Plus $2.99 per month or $24.99 per year.

MindNode Plus $2.99 / month and $24.99 / year
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 10, 2026.

Key features

• Native apps for Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Vision Pro and Apple Watch
• Switch between mind map and outline views on Plus
• Tasks synced with Apple Reminders and Apple Shortcuts support
• Import and export as OPML, Markdown, PDF, SVG and PNG
• Data stored encrypted in your personal iCloud

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Lowest paid price on this list
• Strength: Free version includes mind mapping and import and export
• Strength: Deep Apple integration with Reminders and Shortcuts
• Weakness: No Windows, Android or web app
• Weakness: Outlining, themes, connections and collaboration need Plus
• Weakness: Fewer team admin features than browser tools

Key facts

• Free plan: Yes, mind mapping and import and export
• Platforms: Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Vision Pro, Apple Watch
• Storage: Encrypted in your personal iCloud
• Also on: Setapp

Where it ranks

MindNode is No. 3 in our Best Mind Mapping Software verdict.