One Workspace for Research, Mapping & Writing.
AI assistant, doc & map views, and a full node library — seamlessly connected.
Start with a single idea — Brainode builds the mind map. Switch to doc view anytime to read, write, or expand.
Brainode combines AI-generated mind maps with a powerful doc view. Dive into research, outline complex ideas, and toggle between visual and written formats — all in one intelligent workspace.
Auto-generate images from your nodes.
Bring concepts to life — instantly.
In just 5 seconds, turn ideas into visuals. Perfect for writers, storytellers, or anyone who thinks better when they can see it.
Everything you need to think, write, and build — without leaving Brainode. Research with web-powered AI, expand and refine notes, organize, and keep your flow uninterrupted.
Get answers, sources & summaries — without leaving your workspace
Regenerate, enrich, and deepen your thoughts in one click
Browse, search, and reuse your saved nodes anytime
Just drop ideas in, get a complete visual map instantly. Transformed my screenwriting process. AI-generated images spark new creative directions. Using it daily for 3 months now!
Like Notion and ChatGPT had a smarter baby. Research, expand notes, organize visually - all without switching tools. The node assistant is freakishly accurate.
My thoughts finally have structure! Switching between map and doc view helps me organize multiple essays. The expand feature saved me from writer's block at least a dozen times this semester.
Transform messy meeting notes into structured mind maps in seconds. My team loves how easily we export to presentation decks. Would love keyboard shortcuts for node connections though!
My second brain for academic research. The AI summarizes dense papers and finds connections I'd miss. No more copy-pasting across 20 browser tabs. Citation tracking alone is worth the subscription.
Where my latest book was born. Outlined visually, wrote in doc view, checked coherence in map view. AI helped expand thin sections, saving weeks. Editor was shocked at how organized my first draft was.
Ideas practically organize themselves. Built a collection of frameworks in the node library that I reuse across startup projects. The AI adapts them perfectly to each new context.
No fluff. Just flow. Gets out of the way and lets me think. The expand + doc toggle is perfect for UX projects. Doubled my productivity since switching last month.
Generate concept images from mind maps in seconds. Fast, creative, and helps students connect ideas across different lessons. Visual consistency is game-changing for my curriculum.
Tried dozens of tools before finding Brainode. The way it maps connections between sources while maintaining narrative structure is unmatched for journalism. Spotting patterns in complex investigations is so much easier now.
With ADHD, traditional notes never worked. Brainode's visual mapping matches how my brain works. AI fills gaps when my attention jumps. Wish I'd had this in college!
Our entire product team plans features in Brainode. Designers and developers finally stay on the same page. Interface needs refinement but the functionality is solid.
Made dissertation manageable. Literature review in map view, writing in doc view. Visualizing theoretical connections helped explain concepts to my advisor I couldn't articulate in text alone.
One week learning curve, lifetime productivity gain. Clients are blown away by how clearly we visualize marketing strategies. Export options are top-notch.
The image generation surprised me - now central to my workshops. Visual metaphors help explain complex concepts instantly. Can even generate new visuals during live sessions based on audience questions!
Character relationships in map view, plot points in document view. AI helps with character motivations when I'm stuck. Just two months in and my novel planning has completely transformed.
A fantastic collaboration with this design powerhouse! They captured our vision flawlessly and delivered designs that were nothing short of perfection.
Engineers and non-technical stakeholders finally working from the same source of truth. Complex architecture in mind maps, user-friendly explanations in docs. No more confusion!
Game mechanics mapped visually, then AI explores edge cases and player experiences. Perfect for iterative design. The generated images help communicate concepts to our art team.
Personal growth tracking evolved into something much deeper. Map habits and goals, then AI identifies patterns and blind spots. Makes reviewing progress enjoyable rather than a chore.
Visualizing film sequences has never been easier. I map scenes, character arcs, and shot compositions all in one workspace. The visual format makes communicating with directors seamless.
The AI assistant actually understands scientific context, unlike other tools. Keeps my medical research papers structured while allowing creative connections. Never going back to traditional outlining.
Breakthrough for teaching coding to middle schoolers. They can finally visualize logic structure. Different views support diverse learning styles. Export options need work though.
Implemented across all client accounts. Visual structure helps clients understand strategy instantly. AI catches angles we might miss. Mobile needs work but desktop is stellar.
Perfect for my split brain - structured data analysis and creative fiction writing in one tool! AI assistant understands statistical concepts surprisingly well. Flawless sync between devices.
Juggling MBA case studies, group projects, and job hunting? Brainode keeps it all organized. The AI summarizes business concepts instantly. Mapped a market analysis that earned top marks.
We map case elements, precedents, and relationships visually. Clients immediately grasp complex legal situations. Document view helps structure formal arguments without losing the connections.
Map user journeys, connect to wireframes, and generate annotations with AI. Clients love seeing our design thinking process visualized. Import tools need improvement.
Spatial organization helps me remember relationships between anatomical systems. Generated illustrations are surprisingly accurate and boost my recall during exams.
Each event gets a mind map with vendors, timelines, and creative elements visually connected. Document view generates shareable runsheets. Revolutionized our event planning workflow.
Students love seeing historical events mapped visually. Different views accommodate varied learning styles. AI helps research context for unexpected student questions on the fly.
Remote team across four time zones - collaboration finally works smoothly. Visual for us, traditional docs for clients. AI helps bridge communication gaps between international team members.
Visualizing theoretical frameworks while maintaining rigorous documentation - perfect for PhD research. When stuck, the AI suggests new angles to explore. Worth every penny of my student budget!
Create AI-powered mind maps with limited credits
$0 /month $0 /monthlyExtend mind maps with AI capabilities
$8 /month $8 /monthlyFull AI capabilities with unlimited mind maps
$12 /month $12 /monthlyOur AI analyzes your mind map nodes and their relationships to suggest new connections and ideas. Think of it as a creative partner that helps expand your thinking in new directions.
The AI can identify patterns, generate related concepts, and help you discover insights you might have missed, turning your initial thoughts into comprehensive visual maps and documents.
The Research Assistant is your AI-powered knowledge companion. It can research the web to find relevant information, help you understand complex research papers, and expand on your existing notes which serve as your personal knowledge base.
Ask questions, get summaries, and discover connections between topics without ever leaving your workspace. It's like having a research partner who understands exactly what you're working on.
Any node in your mind map can be converted into a task with deadlines and progress tracking. This seamless integration between ideation and execution helps you move from planning to action without switching tools. Tasks can be organized, prioritized, and tracked right within your mind maps.
Absolutely. We use end-to-end encryption and follow industry best practices for data security. Your mind maps and data are stored securely, and you have full control over sharing permissions. We never share or sell your data, and you can export or delete it anytime.
Our editor combines simplicity with power. It supports markdown, rich text formatting, and media embedding. The AI-powered text suggestions help you write better content, and everything syncs seamlessly with your mind map structure.
Getting started is simple! Create a free account, type in a single idea, and let our AI help build it into a complete mind map. You can then edit, expand, and organize your thoughts with our intuitive interface. Check out our quick-start guide for a step-by-step walkthrough.