List of mind mapping software

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Mind mapping software is used to create diagrams of relationships between ideas or other pieces of information. It has been suggested that the mind mapping technique can improve learning/study efficiency up to 15% over conventional note taking.[1]

Some mind mapping software is 3D, though full 3D functionality is difficult to achieve with the forms of interface devices readily available to users. Some mapping programs incorporate other learning optimization techniques including electronic flashcard style testing.

The following is a list of mind mapping software.

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[edit] Free software

There are a number of free software packages that allow the creation of, or otherwise support mind maps.

Software Licence Genre Platforms Notes Screenshot
FreeMind GPL Project management Cross-platform
FreeMind screenshot
FreeMind screenshot
Pimki Ruby License Wiki UNIX/Linux, Windows
WikkaWiki GPL Wiki Cross-platform
  • Written in PHP
  • Uses MySQL
  • Native support for FreeMind maps
Mindmaps in WikkaWiki
Mindmaps in WikkaWiki
VUE Educational Community License Educational software Cross-platform
  • Written in Java
  • Also can be used for building presentations.
VUE screenshot.
VUE screenshot.


[edit] Proprietary software

There are many pieces of proprietary software that allow the creation of mind maps.

Software Publisher Platforms Notes/Features Screenshot
3D Topicscape Microsoft Windows 3-dimensional Mind Maps, import/export FreeMind, MindManager and PersonalBrain.
Topiscape 3D
Topiscape 3D
ConceptDraw MINDMAP ConceptDraw Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X Mind Mapping, Brainstorming, Project Planning
ConceptDraw MINDMAP
ConceptDraw MINDMAP
HeadCase HeadCase Microsoft Windows
Vanda North's Mind Map of the Mind Mapping Laws recreated with HeadCase
Vanda North's Mind Map of the Mind Mapping Laws recreated with HeadCase
Inspiration Inspiration Software Mac OS X, Microsoft Windows, Palm Visual Learning, Mind Mapping
MindManager Mindjet Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X MindManager Pro 7 is software that helps to engage and align people to work smarter, think creatively and save time by visually capturing, organising and communicating ideas and information more effectively. MindManager software enhances the quality of strategic thinking, accelerates project and process planning and increases productivity. integrates with Microsoft Office. [http://http://www.mindjet.com/uk/index.php


MindMapper SimTech Systems Microsoft Windows interoperates with Microsoft Office.
MindMeister Codemart Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux Online AJAX-based mind mapping tool with sharing, real-time collaboration facility, Skype and Twitter integration, import/export and offline mode (using Google Gears). Free account allows limited number of maps, paid subscription gives greater access to features.
Sample map created with MindMeister plus interface
Sample map created with MindMeister plus interface
NovaMind Mac OS X, Microsoft Windows flexible branch shapes, suggesterator, integrated screenplay support, multiple maps in a single document, Spotlight & Quicklook (Mac), built in outliner, rainbow branch coloring, branchstorm for brainstorming, templates, themes, styles, large image and adornment library, project/task information, built in presentation system, internationalized into a number of languages, wide range of import/export options including OPML, PDF, Keynote, Powerpoint, RTF, Mind Manager, and various image formats.
OmniGraffle Mac OS X
OpenMind MatchWare Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X Mind mapping, brain storming, project planning, timelines, XML-support, interoperability with Microsoft Office
MatchWare OpenMind
MatchWare OpenMind
SmartDraw SmartDraw.com Microsoft Windows Microsoft Word & PDF export, basic automation
Solution Language Tool Solution Language Oy Microsoft Windows organic mind maps and activity maps
Solution Language Tool
Solution Language Tool
XMIND XMIND LTD Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, Linux allows placement of mind maps, 2D charts and fishbone charts into Word/PDF/Powerpoint, HTML, Image documents.
XMIND
XMIND

[edit] See also

[edit] References

  1. ^ Farrand, Paul; Hussain, Fearzana and Hennessy, Enid (May 2002). "The efficacy of the 'mind map' study technique". Medical Education 36 (5): 426–431. doi:10.1046/j.1365-2923.2002.01205.x. 

[edit] External links

  • Innovation Tools - Independent site dedicated to introducing accelerated learning tools. It includes a survey of Mind Mapping software use.
  • Mind-mapping.org - Independent site claiming to have every piece of mind mapping software in its list of over 178 packages. It also includes on-line mind mapping services, software for concept mapping and outlining and a historical record of past software in these categories.
  • The Mind Mapping Software Blog - This blog helps users of mind mapping software to keep up with the latest announcements from developers, trends and resources related to mind mapping software.
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