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Eisenhower alternatives

Eisenhower compared with 7 alternatives: Focus Matrix, 4.Do, Priority Matrix, TickTick, Todoist and 2 more.

Eisenhower has a free plan. Paid plans start at $2.99 one-time for the iPhone app; Premium $4.90 / month, billed yearly. All 7 alternatives are free or have a free plan.

7 tools · Listings checked up to Oct 9, 2026 · Where the facts come from

At a glance

ToolPriceFree planRuns on
EisenhowerThis toolFree plan · from $2.99 one-timeYesWeb, iOS
Focus MatrixFree plan · from $2.99/moYesmacOS, iOS
4.DoFree plan · from $4.99/moYesmacOS, iOS, Android
Priority MatrixFree plan · from $12/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, iOS, Android, Browser extension
TickTickFree plan · from $49.99/yrYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
TodoistFree plan · from $5/moYesWeb, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, Browser extension
SplittiFree plan · from $9.99/moYesiOS, Android
TaskaFree plan · from $2.99/moYesmacOS, iOS

How each one differs from Eisenhower

  1. Focus Matrix

    Eisenhower matrix task manager for iPhone, iPad and Mac

    • Focus Matrix starts at $2.99 per month, or $17.99 per year. Eisenhower starts at $2.99 one-time for the iPhone app; Premium $4.90 / month, billed yearly.
    • Only Focus Matrix lists a macOS app.
    • Only Eisenhower lists a web app.
    • Focus Matrix can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Focus Matrix also covers reports.

    Suits: People who prioritize with the Eisenhower matrix

    Focus Matrix vs EisenhowerFocus Matrix pricing and details

  2. 4.Do

    Eisenhower Matrix task manager for Android, iPhone, iPad and Mac

    • 4.Do starts at $4.99 per month, or $29.99 per year (US App Store). Eisenhower starts at $2.99 one-time for the iPhone app; Premium $4.90 / month, billed yearly.
    • Only 4.Do lists Android and macOS apps.
    • Only Eisenhower lists a web app.
    • Eisenhower also covers kanban boards, Pomodoro timer and goals.

    Suits: People who plan with the Eisenhower or Covey four quadrants

    4.Do vs Eisenhower4.Do pricing and details

  3. Priority Matrix

    Eisenhower-matrix task and project manager for teams

    • Priority Matrix starts at $12 per user / month, billed annually ($15 billed monthly). Eisenhower starts at $2.99 one-time for the iPhone app; Premium $4.90 / month, billed yearly.
    • Only Priority Matrix lists macOS, Windows and Android apps.
    • Only Priority Matrix lists a browser extension.
    • Priority Matrix also covers templates, Gantt & timelines and reports.
    • Eisenhower also covers calendar, kanban boards, Pomodoro timer and goals.

    Suits: Teams that prioritize with the Eisenhower urgent-important method

    Priority Matrix vs EisenhowerPriority Matrix pricing and details

  4. TickTick

    To-do list with a calendar, habit tracker and Pomodoro timer built in

    • TickTick starts at $49.99 per year (about $4.17 per month). Eisenhower starts at $2.99 one-time for the iPhone app; Premium $4.90 / month, billed yearly.
    • Only TickTick lists macOS, Windows, Linux and Android apps.
    • Only TickTick lists a browser extension.
    • TickTick also covers natural-language input and habit tracking.
    • Eisenhower also covers goals.

    Suits: People who want tasks, habits and a focus timer in a single app

    TickTick vs EisenhowerTickTick pricing and details

  5. Todoist

    Cross-platform to-do list with natural-language task entry

    • Todoist starts at $5 per user / month, billed yearly. Eisenhower starts at $2.99 one-time for the iPhone app; Premium $4.90 / month, billed yearly.
    • Only Todoist lists macOS, Windows, Linux and Android apps.
    • Only Todoist lists a browser extension.
    • Todoist also covers templates and natural-language input.
    • Eisenhower also covers Pomodoro timer and goals.

    Suits: People who want one task list on every device they own

    Todoist vs EisenhowerTodoist pricing and details

  6. Splitti

    AI task manager that breaks goals into small steps

    • Splitti starts at $9.99 per month, or $78.99 per year (Plus). Eisenhower starts at $2.99 one-time for the iPhone app; Premium $4.90 / month, billed yearly.
    • Only Splitti lists an Android app.
    • Only Eisenhower lists a web app.
    • Splitti also covers focus music.
    • Eisenhower also covers calendar, kanban boards and goals.

    Suits: People who stall on large goals and want them cut into steps

    Splitti vs EisenhowerSplitti pricing and details

  7. Taska

    Eisenhower Matrix to-do app with a focus timer and calendar log

    • Taska starts at $2.99 per month. Eisenhower starts at $2.99 one-time for the iPhone app; Premium $4.90 / month, billed yearly.
    • Only Taska lists a macOS app.
    • Only Eisenhower lists a web app.
    • Taska can be bought with a one-time purchase.
    • Eisenhower also covers kanban boards and goals.

    Suits: People who sort tasks by urgency and importance

    Taska vs EisenhowerTaska pricing and details

Limits worth knowing in Eisenhower

  • The free Ike plan shows ads and keeps only 10 completed tasks per quadrant; task details, due dates, the Inbox and Dark Mode need General.
  • General and President are billed yearly at $58.80 and $118.80. The terms say the monthly prices shown are yearly equivalents.
  • The iPhone app is a separate $2.99 purchase, and the help page says there is no Android app yet.
  • Board and Calendar views and AI agent access are limited to the President plan.
Eisenhower pricing and details

Common questions

What are the alternatives to Eisenhower?

The alternatives to Eisenhower in this directory are Focus Matrix, 4.Do, Priority Matrix, TickTick, Todoist, Splitti and Taska. Each one has a side-by-side comparison with Eisenhower.

Is there a free alternative to Eisenhower?

Yes. Focus Matrix, 4.Do, Priority Matrix, TickTick, Todoist, Splitti and Taska have a free plan alongside paid ones.

Which Eisenhower alternatives work on Windows?

The Eisenhower listing does not include a Windows app. Priority Matrix, TickTick and Todoist list one.

Which Eisenhower alternatives work on macOS?

The Eisenhower listing does not include a macOS app. Focus Matrix, 4.Do, Priority Matrix, TickTick, Todoist and Taska list one.

When were these prices checked?

Each listing shows its own date. On this page they run from Oct 4, 2026 to Oct 9, 2026. Vendors change prices without notice, so confirm on their site before you buy.

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