Mindomo
Romanian mind mapping with concept maps, outlines and Gantt views, plus desktop apps that work offline
Quick Overview
| Company | Expert Software Applications SRL |
|---|---|
| Category | Mind Mapping Software |
| Headquarters | Timisoara, Romania |
| Founded | Not stated |
| EU Presence | Yes - Romania (EU) |
| Data Location | Germany (Hetzner), backups at AWS Frankfurt |
| Open Source | No |
| GDPR Compliant | Yes |
| Self-Hosting | No |
| Main Features | Mind maps, concept maps, outline view, Gantt view, AI mind map generator, desktop apps for Windows, macOS and Linux, Microsoft Teams integration |
| Pricing | Free (3 diagrams); Premium from €6 per month as shown on its pricing page |
| Best For | Students, teachers and consultants who want mind maps, concept maps and outlines in one tool |
| Replaces | XMind, MindManager, Lucidspark |
Detailed Review
Mindomo is owned by Expert Software Applications SRL, registered in Romania under J35/147/2002 with its office in Timisoara. Its terms are governed by Romanian law, with disputes heard in Timisoara.
Beyond mind maps it offers concept maps, a linear outline editor and a Gantt chart, and a downloadable app that works offline on Windows, macOS and Linux.
Several views of one diagram
A diagram can be edited as a map or as an outline, and topics can be turned into tasks that appear on a timeline. Concept maps with labelled links sit alongside ordinary mind maps, which is what makes the tool popular for teaching.
Presentations are built from the map itself, and the AI generator turns a prompt or a document into a diagram.
Hosting and certification
Its security page says data is encrypted in transit and at rest, hosted in Germany at Hetzner, and backed up daily at AWS Frankfurt. It also lists ISO/IEC 27001 and ISO/IEC 27701 certification, the latter issued by TUV Austria according to the page.
The privacy policy confirms two certified data centres, the primary one at Hetzner Online GmbH.
Plans
The free plan has 3 diagrams, unlimited collaborators, sharing and publishing. Premium adds unlimited diagrams and 50 AI credits a month, and the Professional tier adds guest editing, Microsoft Teams integration and API access.
Limitations to Consider
The free plan is capped at 3 diagrams. AI features run on credits, and the pricing page notes that one credit generates roughly 1,000 words. The terms were last updated in April 2024 and the privacy policy in October 2024. Prices are shown in two currencies and two billing periods side by side, so check the exact figure at checkout. It is not a free-form canvas, so for workshops with sticky notes see Scapple.
Who Should Use Mindomo
Teachers, students and consultants who need concept maps, outlines or a Gantt view next to mind maps, and want stated German hosting.
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Mind map, concept map, outline and Gantt in one tool
- Hosting in Germany with EU backups, stated
- ISO/IEC 27001 and 27701 certification listed
- Offline desktop apps for three operating systems
- Unlimited collaborators on the free plan
Cons
- Free plan limited to 3 diagrams
- AI use limited by monthly credits
- Legal pages last updated in 2024
- Pricing grid shows several price points at once
Alternatives to Mindomo
Other European mind mapping software worth comparing before you decide:
MindMeister
Germany · Browser mind maps hosted in Germany, with a free plan
MindNode
Austria · Founder-owned mind mapping app for Apple devices
SimpleMind
Netherlands · One-off purchase mind mapping app for four platforms
Coggle
United Kingdom · Real-time mind maps and flowcharts hosted on AWS Ireland
See all European mind mapping software or compare them directly against XMind on our alternatives page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Its security page names Hetzner in Germany as the primary data centre and AWS Frankfurt for daily backups.
Yes. The site offers a download that works offline on Windows, macOS and Linux.
Its terms of use are governed by Romanian law, with disputes brought in Timisoara.