XMind is one of the more professional options available and may be the best mind map software for Mac. There are three different pricing options, XMind 8 (free), XMind 8 Plus ($79), and XMind Pro ($99) but to make the most of it, you’ll need to shell out for Plus at the very least, and realistically, for Pro.

By using it correctly, one can turn a vortex of illegible data points hovering in one’s head into a decent framework which can be executed upon. Basically, you start with a central idea and then build branches around it.

Thus you are creating visual connection and establishing a relationship between the data points, making it easier to remember and organize them. As always, there are tons of apps which can help you do that on your Mac. We scoured through them and found the 9 best Mind Mapping Apps for your Mac: 1. IMindMap Very rarely we come across a tool which is leaps and bounds better than its competitors. IMindMap is a part of that rarity.

Using this software is pure pleasure. It is packed with features and yet is so simple that even a child can get started. You start by creating a central idea and then create branches by just hitting enter. The branches are colour-coded and contain text input. You can attach images, videos, links, and notes.

The best part is that attachments (even the videos) open in a pop-up window hence they do not require you to leave the app. My favorite feature of this app is “idea capture”. When you are in the idea capture tab, there are no distractions. You just type and hit enter to capture an idea and repeat the process until you are done. The ideas are captured in bubbles connected by a line which organizes them as sub-branches of a single branch. There is also an inbuilt tab where you can brainstorm to come up with new ideas.

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It looks like a board with sticky notes attached to it. You can create sticky notes and move them between different categories. All in all, this is the best Mind mapping tool you can buy today.

None of the others come even close to it when it comes to functionality and features. The only negative I could find about this software is its load time.

It takes a few second to load up when you launch it, however, after it loads there is no lag what-so-ever. A premium product like this commands a premium price. But if you purchase it, you won’t regret your decision. Install: (Starts at ) 2. MindNode If you want a software which will not put a hole in your pocket and yet can fulfill most of your needs, MindNode is the one for you.

It has a beautiful UI and works buttery smooth. If you are just starting out, MindNode will help you learn the basics of the mind mapping technique without in your face instructions. It also has iCloud sync and an app for iPad and iPhone. Its interface is designed in such a way that you are not losing much functionality even if you are using it on mobile devices. The nodes are foldable hence allowing to create a large mind mapping tree without being overwhelmed by the data.

For me, it provides the best value for money on this list. Install: () 3. XMind XMind got itself on this list due to its theming capability. Of course, it does everything a mind mapping software is supposed to do.

You can create mind maps, attach photos, links, and notes. You can share it or print it into PDF of OPML. It also allows you to directly share your mind maps to your Evernote account. You can choose from pre-formatted templates or you can create you own from scratch. You can change the theme of your mind maps at any given time.

There are dozens of themes to chose from and each one looks better than the other. If you like theming, give it a go. It also has a free version, however, it is fairly restricted. You are only allowed to create maps and you can neither save nor share them. You can read the full details in the link below. Install: () 4. Mindomo Mindomo, like other apps on this list, does everything a mind mapping software is required to do.

What sets it apart from others is that it allows us to attach audio notes, go into presentation mode and its cross platforms availability. It also has theming capabilities like XMind. Since it is available for both Android and iOS, you can be sure that you will have your mind maps with you all the time no matter which mobile OS you use. The only thing that holds Mindomo back is its pricing strategy.