Xmind
by Xmind · Mind mapping with AI generation, Gantt charts and team collaboration
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Overview
Xmind is a mind mapping tool for web, desktop and mobile. Maps can be built as mind maps, timelines, matrices and Zones, presented as slides in Pitch, and exported to PNG, SVG, PDF, Markdown or Office formats. AI credits generate maps from text, files or links, and the Premium plan adds real-time collaboration, Gantt charts and tasks with assignees.
- Best for
- Individuals and small teams who want mind maps that turn into tasks, timelines and presentations
- Pricing
- Free tier, then Pro at US$4.92 a month and Premium at US$8.25 a month as displayed, with yearly billing advertised at up to 50% off; team, business and education prices are not shown.
- Runs on
- WebiOSWindows
Strengths and trade-offs
Strengths
- Free tier covers 10 online maps, basic themes and 5 Pitch slides
- Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS and Android; 5 desktops and 5 mobiles
- Premium adds Gantt charts, task assignees and Calendar/Excel export
- ISO/IEC 27001 and SOC 2 Type II infrastructure; files stored locally
Trade-offs
- Free and Pro include only 10 AI credits; 500 a month needs Premium
- Watermark-free export and custom themes require a paid plan
- 7-day trial is yearly-only; monthly plans and AI credits are non-refundable
- Teams, Business and Education prices are not published on the page
How Xmind markets itself
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“Think smarter Work together”
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Pricing
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