XMind
Popular full-featured mind mapping tool that supports real-time collaborative outline editing.
Free tier availablexmind.cn
Highlights
- Supports multiple structures including mind maps, fishbone diagrams and timelines
- Presentation mode lets you present mind maps like slideshows
- Exports to common formats including image, PDF and Word outline
- Template community offers ready-to-use mind map structures
Typical use cases
- Outline meeting topics before meetings
- Organize scattered ideas into a project framework
- Summarize book content with structured mind maps
Who it suits
- Planning and strategy specialists
- People who prefer structured thinking
- Students and professionals who do knowledge organization
Things to check before you commit
- Premium export formats require a Pro subscription
- Free version only stores files locally
Pricing
Basic mind mapping is free; Pro unlocks all structures and export formats.