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Cloud Outliner

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Spec score 8.2 #13 of 31 in Outliner Software

What it is

Cloud Outliner organizes plans, projects, ideas, and tasks as structured outlines on macOS and iOS. Its editor supports drag-and-drop reordering, multi-selection, checkboxes, automatic numbering, notes, rich text, and collapse or expand controls. Search works by outline name or text, while filters show checked or unchecked items. A multi-tier document manager adds color markers, password protection, templates, and duplication. Outlines can sync between Mac and iOS through iCloud and can also sync with Evernote. Export and sharing options include PDF, OPML, plain text, printing, email, messenger, and several apps or social networks; macOS also supports HTML export. Light and Dark themes are available. iOS lists read-only mode, indentation gestures, portrait and landscape support, and wireless keyboard shortcuts. The Mac free version requires a separate iOS Pro purchase for iCloud sync. Listed minimums are macOS 12, iOS 15, and iPadOS 15.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Cloud Outliner organizes plans, projects, ideas, and tasks as structured outlines.Read 8 Oct 2026 · xwavesoft.com
Compatibility
The Mac App Store listing requires macOS 12.0 or later; the iOS listing requires iOS 15.0 or later for iPhone and iPadOS 15.0 or later for iPad.Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Document organization
The app includes a multi-tier document manager, color markers, password protection, document templates, and document duplication.Read 8 Oct 2026 · xwavesoft.com
Exports and sharing
The app supports PDF and OPML export, HTML export on macOS, printing, email and messenger sharing, and sharing to several apps and social networks.Read 8 Oct 2026 · xwavesoft.com
iOS features
The iOS version lists read-only mode, indentation gestures, portrait and landscape support, and wireless keyboard shortcuts.Read 8 Oct 2026 · xwavesoft.com
Outline editing
The editor supports drag-and-drop reordering, multi-selection, checkboxes, automatic numbering, item notes, rich text, and collapse and expand controls.Read 8 Oct 2026 · xwavesoft.com
Privacy disclosure
The iOS App Store listing says the developer indicated that data potentially linked to users may include location, contact information, user content, identifiers, and usage data; Apple says this information has not been verified by Apple.Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Recent iOS update
The iOS App Store listing says version 3.4.1 was released on November 21, 2025.Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Recent Mac update
The Mac App Store listing says version 2.8.2 redesigned the sync engine for speed and stability, removed ads from the free version, updated the design, and included bug fixes.Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Search and filters
Users can search by outline name or text and filter to show checked or unchecked items.Read 8 Oct 2026 · xwavesoft.com
Synchronization
Outlines can sync across Mac and iOS devices through iCloud and can also sync with Evernote.Read 8 Oct 2026 · xwavesoft.com
Themes
Cloud Outliner offers Light and Dark themes.Read 8 Oct 2026 · xwavesoft.com

Plans and prices

Cloud Outliner for Mac (Free) Free Mac app · iCloud sync with iOS requires Cloud Outliner Pro for iOS, sold separately Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Unlock Pro Features for iOS $2.99, paid once In-app purchase · iPhone and iPad app Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com
Upgrade to Pro for Mac $9.99, paid once In-app purchase · iOS sync requires Cloud Outliner Pro for iOS, sold separately Read 8 Oct 2026 · apps.apple.com

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Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Structured outlines with rich editing
  • iCloud sync across Mac and iOS
  • PDF, OPML, HTML, and text export
  • Password protection and templates
  • Free Mac version available

Limits

  • iOS Pro purchase sold separately
  • Mac Pro upgrade costs 9.99 USD once
  • iOS Pro costs 2.99 USD once
  • Platform minimums apply

Who it suits

Cloud Outliner suits people who manage projects or tasks as hierarchical documents across Mac and iOS. It also fits users needing search, filters, templates, exports, and optional Evernote synchronization.

Verdict

Cloud Outliner offers detailed outline editing, organization, search, and sharing across Apple platforms. iCloud synchronization between the free Mac app and iOS depends on buying iOS Pro separately.

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