Comparison

Eisenhower vs Matrix Manager

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

Head to head
About

Eisenhower

This app helps you prioritize tasks based on urgency and importance using the Eisenhower matrix. Organize both business and personal tasks to reduce stress and boost productivity by focusing on what truly matters.

Highlights
  • Eisenhower Matrix prioritization
  • Task counter
  • Focus Mode timer
  • Schedule and delegate tasks
  • Cloud sync
Features
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Less collecting endless to-do lists. It's your time to decide, focus, finish, and move on! Some days the problem isn't too many tasks — it's that they all look equally important. EISENHOWER gives your work a simple shape: what to do now, what to schedule, what to delegate, and what to let go. Featuring the Eisenhower Matrix — the urgent vs. important prioritization principle Dwight used to run a country, and the method this app has been refining for iPhone and web since 2011. FOUR-QUADRANT MATRIX Sort every task by urgency and importance: Do First, Schedule, Delegate, Don't Do. Keep no more than eight per sheet so you stay focused — with room for unlimited tasks and notes when you need them. FOCUS MODE Pick one important task, start a clean timer (30 minutes, or whatever suits you), and stay with it until it's done. SCHEDULE & DELEGATE Turn a decision into action — drop a task into your calendar or hand it to a colleague without leaving the app. CLOUD SYNC Sign in once and your matrix stays in real-time sync with the web app at app.eisenhower.me, and back again. Work, study, side projects, or just a crowded day — EISENHOWER helps you see what deserves your attention next. Looking for a quick tutorial? www.eisenhower.me/eisenhower-matrix Questions or ideas? Write to us at feedback@eisenhower.me — we read every one.

About

Matrix Manager

Organize your life and tasks using the Eisenhower Matrix system. Effortlessly prioritize your to-do list by sorting tasks into four quadrants: urgent/important, important/not urgent, urgent/not important, and not urgent/not important. Achieve stress-free productivity and focus on what truly matters.

Highlights
  • Eisenhower Matrix prioritization
  • Task sorting into four quadrants
  • Combined to-do list and task manager
  • Intuitive and clean interface
  • Stress-free productivity tool
Features
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Matrix Manager: Organize Your Life with the Eisenhower Matrix Take control of your time and tasks with Matrix Manager, the ultimate tool based on the proven Eisenhower Matrix system. Say goodbye to overwhelming to-do lists and hello to effortless prioritization! Whether you’re managing work projects, personal goals, or daily errands, Matrix Manager is your go-to app for stress-free productivity. Why Choose Matrix Manager? Simple, Clear Prioritization Easily sort tasks into four quadrants: • Urgent & Important: Tackle right away. • Important, Not Urgent: Plan ahead. • Urgent, Not Important: Delegate or address quickly. • Not Urgent, Not Important: Skip and focus on what matters. Task Manager Meets To-Do List Enjoy the flexibility of a to-do list paired with the power of a structured task manager. Beautiful, Intuitive Design Clean and user-friendly interface designed to keep you focused and productive. Who Is Matrix Manager For? • Professionals juggling deadlines and meetings • Students managing assignments and exams • Parents keeping track of family schedules • Anyone looking for clarity and focus in their daily tasks Why the Eisenhower Matrix? The Eisenhower Matrix is a time-tested productivity method designed to help you focus on what truly matters. By categorizing tasks by urgency and importance, you’ll make better decisions, avoid procrastination, and achieve your goals faster. Download Matrix Manager today and experience the power of organized living. Prioritize smarter, achieve faster! Terms of Use: https://galaxies.dev/matrix-manager/tos Privacy Policy: https://galaxies.dev/matrix-manager/privacy

Screenshots

Eisenhower4 screens
Matrix Manager4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Matrix Manager at Free against Eisenhower's $2.99. Matrix Manager also leads on update cadence (every 6 days vs every 6 weeks). Eisenhower's advantage is review sentiment (72% vs 33%) and in-app purchases (none vs 3). On ads, device support 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

Matrix Manager is free to download; Eisenhower costs $2.99 up front. Matrix Manager sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Eisenhower asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Eisenhower ships an update every 6 weeks, Matrix Manager every 6 days. The most recent releases landed on October 15, 2026 and October 13, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 5 level
Eisenhower versus Matrix Manager: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterEisenhowerMatrix Manager
Price$2.99Free — better
Rating—5.0 (2 ratings) — better
Positive reviews71.9% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings—2 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksEvery 6 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree — betterFreemium
Best chart rank#169 — better—
DevicesiPhone, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod — better
Requires iOS15.115.1
Further details — not scored
Size68 MB48 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperFTL3Simon Grimm

Customer experience

Eisenhower

Written reviews178 reviews
Positive71.9%
Neutral6.2%
Negative21.9%

Matrix Manager

All ratings2 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews3 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral0.0%
Negative66.7%

Bugs and requests

Eisenhower

Reported bugs

13 issues
  • App crashes frequently, especially on iOS updates
  • Tasks duplicate themselves randomly
  • Tasks disappear without user action
  • Cannot scroll when tasks exceed screen size
  • Text truncation in task display
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  • Calendar integration not working on iOS 6+
  • Sync failures between web and mobile
  • Timer doesn't stay visible when phone sleeps
  • Focus mode timer becomes unusable after updates
  • App incompatible with newer iOS versions
  • Privacy settings prevent calendar access
  • Tasks cannot be moved between quadrants
  • No updates for extended periods causing compatibility issues

Requested features

17 requests
  • iPad and universal app support
  • Ability to add more than 8 tasks per quadrant
  • Task history and completion logging
  • Customizable timer duration (not just 30 minutes)
  • Ability to reorder and move tasks between quadrants
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  • Task details, notes, and descriptions
  • Reminder notifications and alerts
  • iCloud syncing between devices
  • Today widget for quick access
  • Task scheduling and due dates
  • Multiple task lists or projects
  • Export functionality (CSV, etc.)
  • Landscape mode support
  • Archive completed tasks
  • Turn off timer sound while keeping alerts
  • Ability to scroll task lists
  • Correct language localization

Matrix Manager

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

None

Eisenhower

No in-app purchases

3 purchases

Matrix Manager

Subscriptions2
  • Matrix Manager PRO (1 Month)$2.991 Month
  • Matrix Manager PRO (1 Year)7 Days trial$14.991 Year
One-time1
  • PRO Lifetime$19.99

Questions

Is Eisenhower free?
Eisenhower costs $2.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Matrix Manager free?
Matrix Manager is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do Eisenhower or Matrix Manager have ads?
Neither Eisenhower nor Matrix Manager shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Eisenhower or Matrix Manager?
Eisenhower ships an update every 6 weeks, and Matrix Manager every 6 days. Most recently, Eisenhower was updated on October 15, 2026 and Matrix Manager on October 13, 2026.

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