Comparison

MandalaManager vs DonutTime

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

Head to head
About

MandalaManager

Organize thoughts, set goals, and boost productivity with this 9-square grid tool. Ideal for business professionals and students, it offers intuitive editing, sharing, and multi-device syncing.

Highlights
  • Intuitive cell editing and swapping
  • Title and details layout for structured notes
  • Title-only layout with note-based details
  • Pre-built 'This Year's Goals' template
  • Instant use without account registration
  • Share charts for collaboration
  • Dark theme support
  • Multi-device sync via Google Drive
Features
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■ Organize Your Goals and Ideas with 9-Grid Thinking Mandala Manager is a simple app for organizing thoughts, exploring ideas, and setting goals and plans using a 9-grid layout. Start with a central theme and expand your thinking outward. Turn the ideas, questions, and challenges in your head into a clear visual overview. At work, use it for brainstorming, goal setting, business planning, problem-solving, and organizing your thoughts. Access it on your phone, tablet, or computer to stay productive wherever you are. Students can plan their studies, prepare for exams, and think about future goals. It's also useful for self-reflection, life planning, building habits, and daily reviews. With a simple grid, even complex thoughts become easier to understand, helping you clarify what matters most. ■ Over 50,000 Users More than 50,000 people have used the app across its current and previous versions. It has also been used in a university class with over 100 students. We continue to improve the app with direct feedback from longtime users, including people who have used it for over 10 years. Your suggestions help shape what comes next. ■ Ways to Use It • Set goals and plan how to achieve them • Brainstorm ideas for work or personal projects • Organize thoughts and analyze challenges • Plan a business or project • Reflect on strengths, weaknesses, and personal growth • Create study plans and prepare for exams • Explore life plans and future ambitions • Build habits and reflect on your day • Organize information and reinforce learning • Support coaching and counseling sessions And much more—use it whenever you want to think clearly or develop an idea. ■ Features • Intuitive Editing When organizing thoughts, ease of use matters. Quickly add ideas, edit each cell, and move or rearrange cells with smooth, intuitive controls. • Titles and Details Each cell supports both a title and detailed text. Use the title for a topic or question, then add answers or notes below. Ideal for coaching, guided reflection, and exploring ideas in depth. • Clean, Title-Only Layout Prefer a simpler view? Display titles only while keeping detailed notes accessible. See the big picture without losing important information. • “Goals for This Year” Template Not sure where to start? Use the ready-made template to organize your goals and turn your intentions into a plan. • No Account Required No registration or complicated setup. Install the app and start creating right away. • Share Your Work Share your mandalas with family, friends, or colleagues. Discuss goals, exchange ideas, or organize thoughts together. • Dark Theme Choose a comfortable appearance that suits your environment and preferences. • Use Across Devices Save and load your data through cloud storage so you can access your work from multiple devices, including phones and tablets. • Works on Multiple Platforms Use the app on a phone, tablet, or computer. Export your data for use in different settings and workflows. ■ Turn Ideas into Action with 9-Grid Thinking Writing down your thoughts can reveal new ideas, challenges, and next steps. From long-term goals to everyday reflections, create your own mandala, organize what matters, and discover where your ideas can take you.

About

DonutTime

Features
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A simple app that visualizes your daily time using a donut chart. KEY FEATURES: • Track time with donut charts • Customize with your favorite emojis and colors • Swipe to review past records • Simple and easy-to-use design HOW IT WORKS: Just drag to record your time. Customize each segment with colors and emojis to represent different activities - work, sleep, exercise, hobbies, or anything else. Review past records or plan ahead. See how you spend your time at a glance. PERFECT FOR: • Anyone who wants to visualize their time • Students tracking study hours • Professionals balancing work and life • People looking to make their days more fulfilling "Simplicity is the key to consistency" Ready to visualize your precious time with Time?

Screenshots

MandalaManager4 screens
DonutTime3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: DonutTime at none against MandalaManager's 3. MandalaManager's advantage is device support (4 vs 1). On price, ads and iOS requirement 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. MandalaManager sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $0.99 per month. DonutTime asks for nothing beyond the download.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
MandalaManager versus DonutTime: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterMandalaManagerDonutTime
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews93.3% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyEvery 3 weeks—
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — betteriPhone
Requires iOS15.6 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size53 MB1 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperMK-InternationalPalpa

In-app purchases

3 purchases

MandalaManager

Subscriptions3
  • MandalaManager Pro Version$0.991 Month
  • MandalaManager Pro (Monthly)$2.001 Month
  • MandalaChart Pro (Annual)$12.001 Year
None

DonutTime

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is MandalaManager free?
MandalaManager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is DonutTime free?
DonutTime is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do MandalaManager or DonutTime have ads?
Neither MandalaManager nor DonutTime shows ads.

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