Criteria, options, scoring, compare, and choose

Free Decision Matrix Timer

Use a decision matrix timer for defining criteria, reviewing options, scoring, comparing results, discussing tradeoffs, and choosing next steps. Create an XTimer room when decision makers need a shared matrix countdown.

Built for this job

Teams can make decisions with criteria and scores rather than drifting debate.

Independent scoring and tradeoff discussion stay distinct.

XTimer rooms support shared decision matrix timers for planning and stakeholder sessions.

Current agenda item

Define criteria

1/6

7:00

Next

Review options

Total time

35:00

Agenda presets

Agenda

Edit durations in minutes.

Controls

Create controlled room

Use this setup in XTimer

Need a controller link, viewer display, or shared room?

Keep this simple timer for quick work. Move into an XTimer room when one person controls the clock and another screen shows it to a speaker, team, class, or audience.

Open in XTimer room

Presets that match real work

Start from a timer people already understand.

Each preset has a clear use case, duration, and workflow. That makes the page useful for search visitors immediately, and gives professional users a natural path into XTimer rooms when they need separate controller and viewer devices.

Decision matrix

35 min

Segments

6

First

7:00

Total

35:00

A 35-minute decision matrix timer with criteria, options, scoring, comparison, tradeoffs, and next steps.

Score options

10 min

Total

10 min

A 10-minute timer for independent decision scoring.

Tradeoff discussion

4 min

Total

4 min

A 4-minute timer for discussing decision tradeoffs.

Professional setup

Use the simple timer first, then graduate to controlled timing.

Agree on criteria before scoring options.

Let people score independently before comparing results.

Use tradeoff discussion to understand score differences.

Use an XTimer room when a facilitator controls timing while the matrix is visible.

Frequently asked questions

What is a decision matrix timer?

A decision matrix timer structures criteria definition, option review, scoring, comparison, tradeoff discussion, and next-step decisions.

Can this be used for product prioritization?

Yes. Use the decision matrix flow for feature choices, vendor selection, roadmap decisions, or workshop prioritization.

Can decision makers share the matrix timer?

Yes. Create an XTimer room when decision makers need one shared countdown while scoring and comparing options.