Comparison

Focus Matrix vs Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Focus Matrix

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
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Focus Matrix is a smart personal organizer based on the so-called Eisenhower box, a personal productivity strategy created by Dwight Eisenhower, the 34th President of the United States. The principle uses a special priority matrix that helps break your tasks into several groups depending on their urgency and importance, and work your way through your daily agenda in the most efficient way possible. This app will help you focus on what really matters, and get rid of the things that can be painlessly delegated to others or postponed indefinitely until you have time for them. Task Organization • Two views: Matrix and List of Sections • “Unsorted” section to hold incoming tasks until you categorize them • Move tasks between sections using drag-and-drop • Maximize sections to focus on specific content Task Scheduling and Reminders • Assign due dates to tasks • Set “All day task” for whole-day planning • Create recurring tasks with customizable repeat options • Set reminders to never miss an important deadline Advanced Task Features • Automatically move a task to 'Urgent' as its deadline approaches, with timely notifications • Automatically move a task to 'Urgent' when a linked task is completed • Track task creation and completion dates for detailed management • Paste multiline text as individual tasks to speed up input Sorting, Filtering, and Tags • Sort tasks by title, due date, or manually • Use tags to organize tasks effectively • Filter tasks by tags and statuses (completed/uncompleted) • Save and quickly apply custom filter presets for easy navigation Synchronization and Integration • Sync data across all your devices • Sync tasks with Calendar • Integrate with Be Focused*: Sync tasks between apps and start timer in Be Focused directly from Focus Matrix Exporting and Reporting • Export task lists to PDF or print them for offline use • Configurable statistics and reports for completed tasks Security and Privacy • Password and Face ID protection for secure task management Platform Compatibility • Fully available for Mac and iOS Pro Version Features • Cross-device synchronization • Synchronization of tasks with Calendar • Integration with Be Focused*: Sync tasks between apps and start timer in Be Focused directly from Focus Matrix Focus Matrix is free to download and use forever. However, if you want to access the Pro features on all your iPhones, iPads, and Macs, you can upgrade to the Pro version. The Pro subscription comes in three different options: Monthly, Yearly with a 7-day trial, and Lifetime (one-time payment). Payment will be charged to your App Store account and will automatically renew unless auto-renew is turned off at least 24-hours before the end of the current period. Subscription may be managed and auto-renewal may be turned off in your App Store account settings. Privacy Policy: https://xwavesoft.com/privacy-policy.html Terms of Use: https://xwavesoft.com/terms-of-use.html * Be Focused helps you get things done by breaking up individual tasks among discrete intervals. It’s available for Mac and iOS devices in App Store. Integration with Be Focused requires the Pro version of Be Focused, sold separately.

About

Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker

This app helps you manage your tasks by prioritizing them using the Eisenhower Matrix. Organize your workload into four quadrants based on urgency and importance to focus on what matters most and reduce overwhelm.

Highlights
  • Eisenhower Matrix Prioritization
  • Customizable Quadrants
  • Smart Reminders
  • Cloud Sync Across Devices
  • Home Screen Widgets
  • Dark Mode
  • Recurring Tasks
Features
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Revolutionize your productivity with the ultimate task management app powered by the Eisenhower Matrix. Take control of your tasks and focus on what truly matters by intelligently prioritizing your workload across four strategic quadrants: urgent and important, important but not urgent, urgent but not important, and neither urgent nor important. Key Features: Eisenhower Matrix Prioritization: Visually organize tasks based on their importance and urgency. Customizable Quadrants: Personalize your matrix with custom labels and colors to match your workflow. Smart Reminders: Never miss important deadlines with customizable task notifications. Cloud Sync Across Devices: Access and manage your tasks seamlessly on your phone, tablet, and computer. Home Screen Widgets: Quickly view your tasks and progress directly from your device’s home screen. Dark Mode: Enjoy a sleek, eye-friendly dark theme that reduces eye strain in low-light environments. List View: Switch effortlessly between matrix and list views to suit your task management style. Recurring Tasks: Automatically schedule and repeat tasks daily, weekly, or monthly. Flexible Due Dates: Set and track deadlines to stay on top of your commitments. Completed Tasks View: Track your progress and stay motivated by reviewing accomplished tasks. Minimalist, User-Friendly Interface: Simple design that makes task management effortless. Whether you’re a busy professional, student, or anyone looking to boost productivity, this app helps you: Reduce overwhelm. Focus on high-impact activities. Eliminate unproductive tasks. Stay on track with timely reminders. Customize your workflow. Achieve your goals more effectively. Stop drowning in tasks and start prioritizing with purpose. Transform how you work, study, and live by making every task count. Terms of Use: https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/itunes/dev/stdeula/

Screenshots

Focus Matrix4 screens
Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ads: Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker at none against Focus Matrix's shown. Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker also leads on update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 7 months). Focus Matrix's advantage is ratings volume (1.6K vs 26) and review sentiment (82% vs 74%). On price, rating, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Focus Matrix sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month and Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker sells 4 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.6 for Focus Matrix against 4.7 for Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Focus Matrix has 1.6K ratings behind it against 26, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of Focus Matrix's written reviews are positive against 74% of Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Focus Matrix ships an update every 7 months, Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 22, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Focus Matrix versus Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterFocus MatrixEisenhower Matrix Task Tracker
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.6 (1.6K ratings)4.7 (26 ratings) — better
Positive reviews82.2% of reviews — better73.7% of reviews
Number of ratings1.6K — better26
Update frequencyEvery 7 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPadiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS16.015.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size33 MB41 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperDenys IevenkoFerhat Aksoy

Customer experience

Focus Matrix

All ratings1,586 ratings
Positive91.2%
Neutral3.8%
Negative4.9%
Written reviews780 reviews
Positive82.2%
Neutral7.3%
Negative10.5%

Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker

All ratings26 ratings
Positive92.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative7.7%
Written reviews19 reviews
Positive73.7%
Neutral15.8%
Negative10.5%

Bugs and requests

Focus Matrix

Reported bugs

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

Requested features

7 requests
  • Ability to have multiple matrices (e.g. work, personal)
  • Recurring tasks
  • More export options (e.g. CSV)
  • Dark mode
  • Better sync reliability across devices
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  • Subtasks or nested tasks
  • Ability to archive completed tasks

Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

3 purchases

Focus Matrix

Subscriptions2
  • Monthly Pro$2.991 Month
  • Yearly Pro7 Days trial$17.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Pro$34.99
4 purchases

Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker

Subscriptions3
  • Monthly Subscription3 Days trial2 variants$4.991 Month
  • Yearly Subscription7 Days trial$19.991 Year
  • Yearly Subscription$29.991 Year
One-time1
  • Lifetime Access$59.99

Questions

Is Focus Matrix free?
Focus Matrix is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker free?
Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Focus Matrix or Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker?
Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker is rated higher. Focus Matrix averages 4.6 out of 5 from 1.6K ratings, while Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker averages 4.7 from 26 ratings.
Do Focus Matrix or Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker have ads?
Focus Matrix shows ads; Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker does not.
Which is updated more often, Focus Matrix or Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker?
Focus Matrix ships an update every 7 months, and Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker every 3 weeks. Most recently, Focus Matrix was updated on September 22, 2026 and Eisenhower Matrix Task Tracker on September 21, 2026.

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