MindMeister
by MindMeister · Online mind mapping with real-time collaboration and AI-generated maps
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Overview
MindMeister is online mind mapping software for capturing and structuring ideas as branching maps. Maps are built by drag and drop, generated with AI from a prompt or file upload, or started from a template, with links, notes, emojis and images attached. Maps can be shared by link for real-time work, presented in-app, and exported to PDF, Word or PowerPoint.
- Best for
- Individuals and small teams who want browser-based mind mapping with real-time collaboration.
- Pricing
- Free plan for 3 maps, then £6, £9.50 or £15 per user per month excluding VAT.
- Runs on
- iOSAndroid
Strengths and trade-offs
Strengths
- Free tier includes unlimited collaborators and templates
- Exports to PDF, Word and PowerPoint on paid plans
- ISO 27001 certified, GDPR compliant, hosted in Germany
- Apps for iOS and Android on every plan, including free
Trade-offs
- Free plan capped at 3 mind maps
- AI create and edit is labelled beta on every plan
- Private maps, file exports and printing need a paid plan
- SAML SSO is Business-only and requires contacting sales
How MindMeister markets itself
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Homepage capture
“The free online mind map maker”
- Angle: Simplicity / ease
- Hero: Form in hero
Pricing
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How this score is made up
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MCP support
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API quality
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Documentation
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Agent friendliness
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Pricing transparency
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Changelog
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Marketing site structure
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Page speed
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Operational trust
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Openness
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