How to pick a mind mapping tool?

For those of you all who are starting out to mind map and like to know what tools are available and on which devices/OS, here's a non-exhaustive list of mind mapping tools collated. Hope it helps you pick a tool that you can make use of.

How to pick a tool?

• Make a list of tools to explore
• Shortlist few based on the device / operating system you use
• Explore the features available
• Compare it with the rest of the tools available
• Choose one that best fits your need
• Use it for free, check the features available in the paid version
• Try to use other tools when in absolute need
• Continue to explore a new tool that's made available
• Contribute to the open source community by suggesting improvements or by reporting bugs found
• Get in touch with mind mappers (mind mapping community) to learn what / how else they use the tool
• Engage with the learned to learn tips and tricks

Mind-mapping tools

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