# Focus Matrix vs Taskworld

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Focus Matrix at 82% against Taskworld's 39%. Focus Matrix also leads on rating (4.6 vs 2.8) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 12). Taskworld's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (monthly vs every 7 months). On price, ads, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Focus Matrix sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Taskworld asks for nothing beyond the download.

Focus Matrix holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 2.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus Matrix has 1.6K ratings behind it against 12, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 82% of Focus Matrix's written reviews are positive against 39% of Taskworld's.

Focus Matrix ships an update every 7 months, Taskworld monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 9, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Matrix | Taskworld |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-matrix-task-manager/id1107872631/reviews)** | [2.8 (12 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taskworld/id1176426473/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.6K** | 12 |
| Positive reviews | **82.2% of reviews** | 39.3% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | Yes |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | **Monthly** |
| Monetization | Freemium | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 33 MB | 61 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **15.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Denys Ievenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/427936468) | [Taskworld Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/734235767) |

## What reviewers say

### Focus Matrix

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-matrix-task-manager/id1107872631)

Organize your tasks efficiently using a priority matrix based on urgency and importance. This app helps you focus on what truly matters by categorizing tasks and providing tools for scheduling, reminders, and detailed tracking. Sync across devices and export your lists for seamless productivity.

**Highlights:** Eisenhower Box priority matrix, Task categorization and sorting, Drag-and-drop task management, Due dates and reminders, Recurring tasks, Cross-device synchronization, Task export to PDF

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Monthly Pro | $2.99 | per month |
| Yearly Pro | $17.99 | per year |
| Lifetime Pro | $34.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Keeps me on track
- 👍 Easy to use
- 👍 Helps prioritize tasks
- 👍 Integrates well with calendar
- 👍 Simple and effective

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Sync issues across devices
- 🐛 Crashes and bugs
- 🔒 Security concerns with sync
- 💡 Need for more customization options
- 💡 Lacking recurring tasks

**Reported bugs**

- Sync issues causing data loss
- Frequent crashes
- Inability to log in across devices
- Calendar integration not working as expected

**Requested features**

- Ability to have multiple matrices (e.g. work, personal)
- Recurring tasks
- More export options (e.g. CSV)
- Dark mode
- Better sync reliability across devices


### Taskworld

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/taskworld/id1176426473)

Manage projects and track work efficiently on your mobile device. Collaborate with your team through messaging, organize files, and analyze performance with a comprehensive task management experience. Stay updated with real-time sync and push notifications.

**Highlights:** Visual boards, Recurring tasks, Team messaging, File management, Interactive dashboard, Push notifications, Real-time sync

**Features:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases:** none


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Focus Matrix free?

Focus Matrix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Taskworld free?

Taskworld is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Which has better reviews, Focus Matrix or Taskworld?

Focus Matrix is rated higher. Focus Matrix averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Taskworld averages 2.8 from 12 ratings.

### Do Focus Matrix or Taskworld have ads?

Both Focus Matrix and Taskworld show ads.

### Which is updated more often, Focus Matrix or Taskworld?

Focus Matrix ships an update every 7 months, and Taskworld monthly. Most recently, Focus Matrix was updated on October 12, 2026 and Taskworld on October 9, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*