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List of concept- and mind-mapping software
Concept mapping and mind mapping software is used to create diagrams of relationships between concepts, ideas, or other pieces of information. It has been suggested that the mind mapping technique can improve learning and study efficiency up to 15% over conventional note-taking.[1] Many software packages and websites allow creating or otherwise supporting mind maps.
Using a standard file format allows interchange of files between various programs. Many programs listed below support the OPML file format and the XML file format used by FreeMind.[citation needed]
Free and open-source
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Compendium
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Dia
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Freemind
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Freeplane
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TikZ
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VYM
The following tools comply with the Free Software Foundation's (FSF) definition of free software. As such, they are also open-source software.
Freeware and other proprietary software
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Cmap
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Coggle
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Mindmup
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XMind
The following is a list of notable concept mapping and mind mapping applications which are proprietary software (albeit perhaps available at no cost, see freeware).
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License
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Genre
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Platforms
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Online visualizing
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Online editing
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Online real-time collaborating
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Written in
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Notes
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| CmapTools
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RAND-RF
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Concept mapping
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Cross-platform
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Yes, needs CmapServer, Cmaps on servers generate urls-webpages
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Yes, needs CmapServer
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Yes, needs CmapServer
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Java
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| Coggle
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Proprietary, freeware, freemium
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Mind mapping
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Cross-platform
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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JavaScript, Node.js, jQuery and Backbone.js
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- Google account needed to log in
- Free version lets user save 3 private maps (all others are public)
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| MindMup
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Custom license[2]
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Mind mapping
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Web browser
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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HTML5, JavaScript, Ruby
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- FreeMind import-export
- Browser-based, automatically adjusts to mobile (touch) or keyboard interfaces
- Integrates with Google Drive and GitHub to provide cloud storage and sharing control
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| Qiqqa
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Proprietary, freeware, freemium
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Concept mapping
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Windows
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Yes
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No
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No
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- Mind maps for academics based on their research papers, notes and annotations
- Can export mind maps to the web and share by social media
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| XMind
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Proprietary, freeware, freemium
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Project management, knowledge management
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Windows, OS X, Linux
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No
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No
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No
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Java
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- Mind maps, spreadsheets, fishbone diagrams, tree charts, org charts
- Online sharing
- Compatible with FreeMind
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| yEd
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Proprietary, yEd[3]
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Concept mapping, Mind mapping
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Windows, OS X, Linux, cross-platform
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?
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?
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?
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Java
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| Mind42
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Proprietary
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Mind mapping
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Web browser
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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- Browser-based collaborative web application
- Real-time collaborative editing; the name Mind42 is intended to be read as Mind for two
- Free to use with no function limits
- Limited support by developer
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| SimpleMind
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Proprietary, commercial software
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| 3D Topicscape
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3D-Scape Limited
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Windows
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- Desktop application that presents mind maps as a 3d scene where each node is a cone
- Imports MindManager, Personal Brain, FreeMind, text and folders
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| ConceptDraw MINDMAP
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CS Odessa LLC
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Windows, OS X
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| Creately
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Cinergix Pvt. Ltd.
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Windows, OS X, Linux
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- Shapes and symbols in libraries
- Built-in examples and templates
- Export options to PDF, JPEG, PNG, SVG
- Cloud collaboration
- Video conferencing
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| Debategraph
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Debategraph
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Web application
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Concept and argument mapping tool |
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| Google Drawings
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Google
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Web application
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- Part of Google Docs suite
- Vector image editing
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| LucidChart
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Lucid Software, Inc
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Web application
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- HTML5-based collaborative diagramming tool that can be used to map minds and concepts
- Android, iPhone, iPad applications, providing offline access to diagrams.
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| Microsoft Visio
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Microsoft
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Windows
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- Part of Microsoft Office product family
- Draws static diagrams including block diagrams, organization charts, maps, plans or workflows
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| MindManager
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Mindjet
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Windows, OS X, Android
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| MindMapper
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SimTech Systems
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Windows
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- Mind mapping, idea visualizing, brainstorming
- Process flow, org charts, fishbone diagrams
- Concept maps and flowcharts
- Project management with built-in Gantt charts
- Built-in presentation
- Post it style memo notes
- Integrates with Microsoft Office
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| MindMeister
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MeisterLabs GmbH
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Windows, OS X, Linux
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- Browser-based collaborative web application
- Android, iPhone, iPad applications, providing access to online mind maps
- Built-in chat
- Subscription based, also offering a free limited access option
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| Mindomo
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Expert Software Applications
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Windows, OS X, Linux
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- Browser-based
- Realtime collaboration, built-in chat, revision history
- Built-in presentation mode
- Desktop application
- Android and iPad applications work both offline and in sync with the cloud
- Offers a free limited option
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| MindView
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MatchWare
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Windows, OS X, Web application
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- Integrated with Microsoft Office
- 6 Interchangeable views: includes Gantt chart and timeline
- Calculation feature and Excel integration
- Optimized for project management
- Advanced filter function
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| OmniGraffle
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The Omni Group
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OS X, iOS
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| Prezi
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Prezi Inc.
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Web application, Windows
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- Presentation software that supports free form placement and zooming on a single sheet
- Offers Android, iPhone and iPad applications work both offline and in sync with the cloud
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| Qiqqa
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Quantisle Ltd.
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Windows
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Minds maps for academics oriented around their research papers, notes and annotations |
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| Semantica
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Semantic Research
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OS X, Windows
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Family of software to create, view, store and share knowledge structures |
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| SmartDraw
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SmartDraw Software, LLC
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Windows
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Visual processor used to create flowcharts, organization charts, mind maps, gantt charts and other visuals |
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| SpicyNodes
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IDEA.org
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Adobe Flash
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Radial maps, viewer can move from node to node |
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| Tinderbox
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Eastgate Systems
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OS X
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Content management system with concept and mind map abilities |
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| TheBrain
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TheBrain Technologies
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Windows, OS X, Unix, Unix-like
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- Graphically intensive and customizable GUI, extremely cross-platform
- Notes, calendar, Microsoft Outlook features
- Multiple parent node ability
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| Visual Mind
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Mind Technologies
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Windows
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Supports collaboration (client–server) mode |
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| XMind Pro
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XMind Ltd.
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Windows, OS X, Linux
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- Mind mapping, idea visualizing, brainstorming
- Built-in presentation
- Integrates with Evernote
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See also
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