# Focus Matrix vs Time boxing

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Focus Matrix at 82% against Time boxing's 0%. Focus Matrix also leads on rating (4.6 vs 1.0) and ratings volume (1.6K vs 1). Time boxing's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and ads (none vs shown). On price 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. Time boxing asks for nothing beyond the download.

Focus Matrix holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 1.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus Matrix has 1.6K ratings behind it against 1, 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 0% of Time boxing's.

## The numbers

| Metric | Focus Matrix | Time boxing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (1.6K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/focus-matrix-task-manager/id1107872631/reviews)** | [1.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-boxing-habbit-building/id6736678405/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **1.6K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | **82.1% of reviews** | 0.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | Yes | **No** |
| Update frequency | Every 7 months | — |
| Monetization | Freemium | **Free** |
| Size | 33 MB | 66 MB |
| Requires iOS | 16.0 | **13.0** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Denys Ievenko](https://appshunter.io/developer/427936468) | [Xpro](https://appshunter.io/developer/1557433968) |

## 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


### Time boxing

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/time-boxing-habbit-building/id6736678405)

Plan, schedule, and manage your tasks efficiently with flexible scheduling, reminders, and progress tracking. This tool is designed to help users boost productivity and achieve a better work-life balance.

**Highlights:** Flexible task scheduling, Reminders, Progress tracking, Task management, Productivity boosting

**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 Time boxing free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Focus Matrix or Time boxing?

Focus Matrix is rated higher. Focus Matrix averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Time boxing averages 1.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Focus Matrix or Time boxing have ads?

Focus Matrix shows ads; Time boxing does not.

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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.*