Simply Things vs Quadrix
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Simply Things
A clean, minimalist task management application designed for focus and simplicity. It offers seamless iCloud synchronization across Apple devices and emphasizes a distraction-free user experience. Early supporters receive lifetime access to all features.
- Clean, minimalist interface
- iCloud sync across iPhone, iPad, Mac
- Distraction-free task management
- Secure data storage
- Lifetime access for early supporters
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Simply Things is a minimal todo list for people who want to capture tasks quickly, stay focused, and keep daily planning light. No project-management noise. No crowded dashboards. Just a clean place for the Things you need to do, with the Apple-platform details you expect. WHAT MAKES IT SIMPLE - Fast capture for tasks the moment they come to mind - A focused list that keeps today's work readable - Pin important Things so they stay at the top - Reorder and rename Things as your day changes - Widgets that show your pinned Thing and the rest of your list - iCloud sync across iPhone, iPad, and Mac - Keyboard shortcuts for fast iPad and Mac workflows BUILT FOR FEWER DISTRACTIONS Simply Things is designed to stay out of the way. It gives you enough structure to keep your tasks clear without turning your personal todo list into another system to manage. If you like low-clutter planning, quick capture, and a task manager that feels native on Apple devices, Simply Things is built for you. EARLY BIRD ACCESS Simply Things is still growing. A subscription tier is planned for later, and current Early Bird users keep access to future Simply Things features. Have feedback or a feature request? I read every message: hello@simplythings.app
Quadrix
This productivity app helps users prioritize tasks using a matrix-based system. It offers features like reminders, calendar integration, and file attachments to streamline workflow and enhance organization for students, professionals, and entrepreneurs.
- Eisenhower Matrix prioritization
- Task and project management
- Reminders and calendar view
- Attach voice notes, images, files
- Quick search, print, preview
- Distraction-free interface
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Quadrix is inspired by the Eisenhower Matrix, making prioritizing effortless and stress-free. Focus on what truly matters with a clean, distraction-free interface designed for students, professionals, and entrepreneurs. Add tasks and projects instantly, set reminders, view calendar, manage multiple projects, attach voice notes, images, and files, and quickly search, print, or preview your priorities. Simple yet powerful—plan smarter, work efficiently, and stay organized without unnecessary clutter.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Simply Things at none against Quadrix's 1. Quadrix's advantage is iOS requirement (15.1 vs 18.4). On price, rating, ratings volume and update cadence 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
Both are free to download. Quadrix sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Simply Things asks for nothing beyond the download.
On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 5.0 for Simply Things against 5.0 for Quadrix. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 3 and 2 respectively.
Simply Things ships an update monthly, Quadrix fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and September 21, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Simply Things | Quadrix |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 5.0 (3 ratings) | 5.0 (2 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 100.0% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 3 — better | 2 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Fortnightly — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No — better | Yes |
| Monetization | Paid | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Mac | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Requires iOS | 18.4 | 15.1 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 5 MB | 42 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Daniel Arden | Learnzy, LLC |
Customer experience
Simply Things
Quadrix
In-app purchases
Simply Things
No in-app purchases
Quadrix
- Quadrix$1.99









