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Add to SafariWhen comparing The Brain vs CmapTools, the Slant community recommends The Brain for most people. In the question“What are the best mind mapping tools?” The Brain is ranked 8th while CmapTools is ranked 20th. The most important reason people chose The Brain is:
With an account for syncing on their servers, you can run the brain on multiple computers.
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Pros
Pro Cloud syncing
With an account for syncing on their servers, you can run the brain on multiple computers.
Pro Good support
Worthwhile support is offered, especially for those that pay for a subscription.
Pro Web version
Web-based, online version of CmapTools available. It is also possible to install your own CmapServer.
Pro iPad app
An iPad app is available.
Cons
Con Expensive
There is either a $15 a month subscription fee or a license that ranges from $219 to $299. There is a 30 day free trial for those who would like to test it before subscribing or purchasing, but overall to use this app it can be pricey.
Con High learning curve
There is a little bit of a learning curve with all software, and this is no exception.
Con HiRes bug
Being a Java Swing application, High Resolution monitors are not handled well under Windows 10. This is a documented Java bug.
