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Last updated January 10th, 2026

# Page 3 - Reviews of XMind

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LM

Lucas M.  
Proofreader  
Writing and Editing  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Mind mapping should be taken more seriously. This is the mobile tool for learning and applying it"

May 15, 2019

5.0

Pros

Mind mapping is a very powerful tool for learning, as it allows me to put my thoughts on paper and actually see complex relations I am making when thinking, but otherwise would not be able to focus on minutiae of the topics because of the need to "sustain" the structure of the train-of-thought on the back of my mind. XMind is the first app for Android that meets the criteria of having all the tiny functions I need to put the thought down exactly as I had it in my mind, and eventually find loopholes and points where a reasoning is weak. This app can be very helpful for someone to find bad habits of thought and biases one has, as they become move evident when placed somewhere that can be analyzed or shared. Mind mapping education should be mandatory for any researcher, writer or public speaker, and this is the most complete tool for mind mappin I found on mobile Also, this app can be used both on PC and Android and is the best mind map creator I have found for the latter (I have tried a few before).

Cons

A feature that should be added (I recognize it might not be easy) is automatic synchronization between different platforms. However, the effort of the development team is evident, by the amount of resources available

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Danny E.  
C.E.O, Founder  
Aviation & Aerospace  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "XMind has revolutionized how I brainstorm and plan strategy for my business"

January 11, 2018

5.0

Pros

Mind Mapping not a completely new concept, but XMind makes it incredibly simple to change the way you brainstorm. You immediately jump into a blank map and with very easy shortcut keys you can start dropping all of your ideas onto a page. Everything is easy to move around, connect to other ideas, or add notes to. They have added great colors and icons to help sort your ideas. It is also very affordable for the pro version with a one time payment fee.

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MH

Michael H.  
CEO  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Excellent if you don't need all the bells and whistles of top end mind mapping tools"

October 20, 2021

4.0

Pros

Very easy to learn and teach to others. Has all the basic functionality of a mind mapping tool

Cons

Takes way to long to load. The delete button doesn't work anymore. Links get broken if you move linked documents and folders.

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Simisara J.  
Project Coordinator and Analyst  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "One of the most versatile tool to create quick mindmaps"

November 20, 2020

4.0

Good tool in the price range offered. They have a trial version too. Ability to add notes via audio upload and hyperlink so that notes can be added to each nodes.

Pros

Easy to use with quick drag-drop options Prebuilt template to choose from Ability to share via various means like file upload, public link, etc.

Cons

When relationships are to be defined it auto populates another floating topic which has to be manually deleted, which makes it a bit slow to work with initially.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
SE Director  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Simple mind maps for everyone"

September 9, 2020

5.0

XMind allows me to get my thoughts on a particular topic down onto the page quickly and easily

Pros

I love how simple the user interface is in XMind, once you've learned a few simple principles, it makes it very simple to get your ideas quickly onto the page

Cons

There's nothing I really don't like. The only minor nitpick I have with it is that when you open the application, it defaults to creating a new mind map, when most of the time, I just want to open and edit an existing mind map.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Editor de videos y project manager  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "XMind una buena herramienta para Mapas Mentales"

January 22, 2023

5.0

En general, mi experiencia con esta herramienta es buena ya que es fácil de usar para la gestión de proyectos, la toma de decisiones y la organización de ideas, además de la compatibilidad con diferentes formatos, personalización y integración con otras herramientas.

Pros

Lo que más me ha gustado es que tiene una interfaz intuitiva y fácil de usar, lo que lo hace más fácil de aprender y utilizar.Su versión gratuita que es la que uso aunque tiene funciones limitadas son suficientes para un uso básico.

Cons

Los temas y plantillas personalizables me parecen muy simples ya aun siendo la versión de pago.

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Severin L.  
Consultant  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Einfaches MindMap-Tool"

October 20, 2022

3.0

XMind war früher mein wichtigstens Mind-Mapping-Tool, ist aber in die Jahre gekommen und kann nicht mit FigJam oder Miro mithalten.

Pros

Das Tool ist schnell installiert und alle wichtigen Diagramme kann sich einfach als Vorlagen für eigene anlegen.

Cons

Mixt man verschiedene Diagramme, kann man das nur durch einzelne Bearbeitung von Knotenpunkten vornehmen, was sehr zeitaufwändig ist. Eine Mischung aus Diagrammen und Grafiken mit mehreren unterschiedlichen Verbindungen ist nicht möglich.

Alternatives considered

[FigJam](https://www.capterra.com/p/265222/FigJam/)[Miro](https://www.capterra.com/p/128955/Miro/)

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Richard S.  
Software Engineer  
  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Powerful desktop mind mapping tool, hindered by a lack of collaboration and mobile support."

October 10, 2017

4.0

I use it primarily for brainstorming, it helps to be able to capture ideas and draw relationships between similar concepts. It is also helpful for creating charts and data visualizations for my team.

Pros

Fast and intuitive mind mapping with great support for images and documents. Many available layouts and custom themes. Cloud sync between devices, keyboard shortcuts, and a few project management features.

Cons

Limited completely to the desktop. Powerful, but also overly complex, takes time to learn. Cannot freely position elements, must use pre-defined layouts. Cloud synchronization is aggravating, often results in conflicts and duplicate documents.

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Vincent Po B.  
Managing Director & Global Chief Marketing & Technology Officer  
Information Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Favourite mind-mapping tool"

June 23, 2019

4.0

Overall satisfied with Xmind, my go-to mind-mapping tool.

Pros

I used to use Freemind (Xmind is a fork of Freemind) and Xmind is the mind-mapping tool I keep going back to, despite all the cloud-based mind-mapping apps, I still prefer Xmind (I don't use Xmind's cloud service though). I use mind-mapping very frequently and Xmind is still my favourite go-to mind-mapping tool.

Cons

Would love to see a free cloud-based version of this (vs only a desktop app).

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
President  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "A great replacement at an excellent price!"

April 22, 2019

5.0

Pros

I have been an avid user of mind mapping software for more than a decade ,however, ever since I moved over to mac I have not found a great replacement for Mind Manager (which I used on Windows). After trying several other options I recently tried XMind and I am incredibly happy with the experience - it ticks all the boxes I wanted and also ticked a few that I did not know I needed until now. Some of the good points are easy and quick visual mind mapping. It also allows clear and visual relationships, groupings and icons. The price is amazing at only a few dollar per month. The experience of onboarding was also very simple.

Cons

At this point I do not have anything negative to say about XMind - excellent software at a great price.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Head of IT  
Financial Services  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Performance & Reliability woes"

May 28, 2019

4.0

Pros

It's a desktop application! This is a boon with the current cult-of-the-cloud (AKA someone else's computer). You can use it offline and navigate&edit quickly with keyboard shortcuts. Fast to use (until you want to save!)

Cons

Performance is a nightmare. The minute you mind maps have any scale they start to take >1minute to save. I have a high-powered Win 10 machine with 24GB of ram and it makes no noticable difference compared to my laptop. This is a problem if you want to save often as It crashes. As the mind maps get larger, xmind tends to crash more often which means you get paranoid about loosing work and have to save more often. When it takes 2mins after a CTRL+S it really takes you out of your flow Newer version are subscription based! Such a shame.

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Daniele P.  
Sviluppatore  
Internet  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Ottimo per il mindmap"

December 18, 2021

5.0

Creo con facilità brain-storming e mindmap utili a visualizzare il lavoro da fare. Perfetta anche la view outiline per semplificare grafi che col tempo diventano molto complessi

Pros

Software veloce, pulito, bello esteticamente, con tanti template e tanta scelta di temi. Perfetto per le mappe mentali e per organizzare le idee

Cons

Non sono un'amante dei software in abbonamento ed essendo Xmind con questa tipologia di acquisto, la cosa mi disturba non poco. Bisogna dire che esiste però anche la possibilità di usarlo gratuitamente con alcune limitazioni (le principali riguardano l'export del lavoro)

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LA

Lenice A.  
Técnico em Secretariado  
Primary/Secondary Education  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Bastante útil para estudantes."

July 5, 2023

5.0

Pros

Usei para fazer uma atividade no Mestrado. Foi bem útil.

Cons

Como tenho dificuldade com computador, achei difícil no início, mas depois peguei o jeito.

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sS

silvia S.  
Segretaria  
Farming  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Utile per semplificare le idee"

September 4, 2023

5.0

Pros

Utile per creare mappe mentali e brainstorming, abbastanza intuitiva

Cons

Difficile ogni tanto l'esportazione per problemi di sincronizzazione

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PD

Paulo D.  
Lider de logistica  
Transportation/Trucking/Railroad  
Used the software for: I used a free trial

### "Avaliação do Xmind"

October 11, 2023

5.0

O XMind uma ótima opção para quem procura uma solução completa e simples.

Pros

Eu gostei muito do XMind porque tem uma interface fácil de usar. Aprendi rapidamente como usar o software para fazer mapas mentais e diagramas. Também gostei das opções de personalização, como adicionar anotações, marcadores e ícones aos meus mapas.

Cons

Gostaria de poder fazer mais mapas na versão gratuita.

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Ana M.  
Administrator  
Wholesale  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Excellent mindmapping and diagram tool"

March 25, 2019

5.0

Very good (but slightly) slow software for mind-mapping and diagrams in general.

Pros

There are enough already made templates for standard projects. Nice and simple graphic interface. Plenty of editing options. Plenty of options in context menu so user don't have to look in menus. Themes are a nice feature. Text editor as docked feature. Subscription price for ZEN version is e really good deal.

Cons

More editing freedom, as sometimes user can't manipulate position of topics/subtopics (or is automatically docked or is far away). Relatively slow for off-line solution (response time of docked features). Price (of PRO version) is too expensive.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
QA Lead  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Best mindmapping tool for Mac"

May 10, 2020

5.0

Awesome tool for mind mapping, overall love the product.

Pros

\- Easy to use software for brainstorming and mind mapping - A lot of inbuilt templates available - Rich features like images, icons to ease visualizing.

Cons

\- The free version does not support collaborative mind mapping.

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JG

Joshua G.  
Director  
Information Technology and Services  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Great mindmapping tool that I now cant live without"

March 12, 2019

4.0

I regularly recommend this software to anyone who will listen.

Pros

It is super quick and easy to start and built out a mind map and with the new Zen version you can create even better looking versions of mind maps which can be client facing.

Cons

Making it easier to add custom images and icons would be a nice addition

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Masahiro N.  
IT  
Computer & Network Security  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "使いやすいマインドマップツール"

February 7, 2023

4.0

マインドマップツールにはいろいろな機能がありますが、総合するとバランスが良いです。操作性だけなら、別のツールがあり、デザインだけなら、また別のツールがあります。しかし、大きな欠点が無く、結果長く使える製品です。

Pros

総合的によく出来ているアプリです。操作性も簡単で、動作が期待度売りなのも良いと思います。いくつかの思考ツールのひな形もあり、初めて使う思考ツールも使いながら慣れることが出来ます。マインドマップからリスト表示にすることも出来、プロジェクト管理に移行することも出来ます

Cons

デザインはそれほどよくないですね。最近のマインドマップツールには様々な装飾やきれいにレイアウトするものもありますが、それに比べると地味な印象があります。

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
CEO  
Marketing and Advertising  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "XMind- For mapping your mind, and more"

March 26, 2019

4.0

Been using it on and off like a mental post it for times I needed a clear overview. Overall, pleased with the tool and the results it helps me get.

Pros

Easy to use and provides a way to make mind maps for whatever you want.

Cons

A bit more options would be great as I feel it is a bit limited for my particular mind, if that makes sense. I would have loved to see some more features for the nodes.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Director  
Computer Software  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "Excellent tool for Mind mapping"

August 23, 2019

5.0

Pros

Mind mapping brings a lot of clarity in the thought process and Xmind does a wonderful job of using mind maps. They have a lot of templates that can be used as well.

Cons

Not much. The software is very nice indeed.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Operations Manager  
Higher Education  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Intuitive and Visually Pleasant Mind Mapping Software"

July 18, 2019

5.0

Great brainstorming software that has many surprising uses

Pros

XMind offers an opportunity to map thoughts in a visual "mind map" that is aesthetically pleasing. We use this in many different ways, but perhaps the most unique was to flesh out our company's organizational chart in a succinct image with attractive colors.

Cons

Although there are lots of formatting options, colors, shapes, and sizes, a bit more functionality or customization capabilities would go a long way.

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TES

Thalia Ellen S.  
Supervisora de Controladoria  
Construction  
Used the software for: 1-2 years

### "Ferramente para Mapas Mentais e organização de Ideias"

August 28, 2023

5.0

No geral atende super bem para montar mapas mentais e sintetizar pensamentos. O layout também deixa muito apresentável. Ótima ferramente para usar no trabalho e até para uso pessoal.

Pros

O que mais gostei foram as possibilidades de organização nos mapas mentais, me atendeu em tudo em que imaginei montar. O layout é bem bacana e clean também para quem procura opções sóbrias para apresentações e organização no trabalho.

Cons

O que não me agradou, apesar de não ser um fator excludente, foi algumas ferramentes no XMind que não se apresentam de uma forma "prática". Existe as ferramentes que precisamos, mas provavelmente vamos ter que procurar com mais afinco para encontrá-las.

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VR

Verified Reviewer  
Compliance Officer  
Textiles  
Used the software for: 2+ years

### "This is a great product for process development as well as brainstorming"

April 24, 2018

5.0

I'm able to create some clean and professional items for work. Saves time.

Pros

I can pretty much use it for whatever I want: if I'm setting up a timeline, creating a project strategy, walking through a process, setting up and organizational chart. Whatever I need, there's a way for me to create it.

Cons

The relationships between elements is sometimes challenging to create (i.e. a sub-process of a process). It doesn't always work the way I want it to or anticipate it to.

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JB

Jorden B.  
Owner  
  
Used the software for: 6-12 months

### "Excellent Mind Mapping Tool for Brainstorming and Organizing Ideas! "

June 30, 2018

5.0

Pros

XMind is simple, intuitive and easy to use. It has a lot of features that will let your mind map look and feel the way you want it to. You have access to pre-installed themes which can make your maps look really neat. You can have xmind stored locally on your computer or the cloud. I like how they give you the option to do so. I love how they have included a Gnatt view which can let you see start and end dates, priority and progress of the tasks. You have the ability to export the mind maps to other formats but only for the paid versions.

Cons

Xmind has a free version and paid version. With the free version, you are limited to a few ways you can export the mind map. Which is expected as the paid version should give you all the features and the free should just give you a taste of what it can do. I think navigating around the mind map could be a little easier as I have seen other tools like MindMeister be able to navigate easier. Not a deal breaker at all though.

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