Core Three vs Productivity Matrix
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side โ with what reviewers say about each.
Core Three
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STAY FOCUSED. GET MORE DONE. Too many tasks? Overwhelmed by endless to-do lists? Core Three keeps you focused on what truly matters by limiting you to just 3 tasks per day. WHY CORE THREE? Research shows that focusing on fewer tasks leads to better completion rates and less stress. Core Three enforces this proven productivity principle with a simple rule: only 3 active tasks at a time. KEY FEATURES - 3-Task Daily Limit โ Focus on your most important tasks without distraction - Smart Backlog โ Store future tasks and let them automatically move to Today when you're ready - Due Dates & Notes โ Add context and deadlines to stay organized - Track Progress โ See your completed tasks and celebrate your wins - Powerful Search โ Find any task instantly across all lists - Clean Design โ Beautiful, intuitive interface that stays out of your way HOW IT WORKS 1) Add your tasks to the Backlog with due dates 2) Move your top 3 priorities to Today 3) Complete them before adding more 4) Review your accomplishments in Done Stop juggling endless tasks. Start finishing what matters.
Productivity Matrix
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The Power of 4 Quadrants The Matrix forces you to categorize your life into four simple, high-contrast zones: - Do It (Green): Tasks you want to do and should do. The "Action" zone. - Push Through (Yellow): Essential long-term tasks that require grit. - Drop It (Blue): Busy work that feels productive but isn't. Delete it. - Resist It (Red): The sirens of procrastination. Resist the urge. Zero Bloat: No ads, no unnecessary pings, no complexity. Just clarity. Built in Focus Mode with Pomodoro Timer, Lo-Fi Music, and Fun Themes.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is device support: Productivity Matrix at 3 against Core Three's 1. Productivity Matrix also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 17.6). On price, ads and in-app purchases there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price ยท Rating ยท Positive reviews ยท Number of ratings ยท Update frequency ยท Ads ยท In-app purchases ยท Monetization ยท Best chart rank ยท Devices ยท Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
| Parameter | Core Three | Productivity Matrix |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Devices | iPhone | iPhone, iPad, iPod โ better |
| Requires iOS | 17.6 | 13.0 โ better |
| Further details โ not scored | ||
| Size | 1 MB | 27 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | PAUL SHIN GAY | Thrivikram G R |
In-app purchases
Core Three
No in-app purchases
Productivity Matrix
No in-app purchases
Questions
Is Core Three free?
Is Productivity Matrix free?
Do Core Three or Productivity Matrix have ads?
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