This is the MM application I found more in sync with my needs. It has what it takes for a heavy demanding user yet is simple and very user friendly. I don’t like to use mouse very much, just the strict necessary. So specially when I need to catch up something real quickly I want a good keyboard oriented interface, it is faster going with tabs and enters than being clicks away from what I want.

There is a professional version of XMind which expands on the functionality of the base application and allows you to create online charts and collaborate with others. XMind Pro is $49 per year, but most people will find the free version more than robust enough for their mind mapping needs.

Features:

  • Open Source
  • The interface is simple and intuitive to use (based on Eclipse platform)
  • Exports to different formats
  • Useful templates for: Brainstorming, Meetings, Org Charts, Project Managing, Reading Journals, Personal Management and many more if you go with the Pro version.

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