# Orenda vs SherMatch+

Orenda and SherMatch+ both sit at 4.7 stars, but that hides the real split: 82% of Orenda's written reviews are positive against 26% of SherMatch+'s. Orenda also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 2). SherMatch+'s advantage is ratings volume (6.9K vs 478) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 15.0). On price, rating, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. SherMatch+ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month. Orenda asks for nothing beyond the download.

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.7 for Orenda against 4.7 for SherMatch+. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: SherMatch+ has 6.9K ratings behind it against 478, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 82% of Orenda's written reviews are positive against 26% of SherMatch+'s.

Orenda ships an update monthly, SherMatch+ every 2 months. Both last shipped on October 24, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | Orenda | SherMatch+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.7 (478 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orenda/id1171005221/reviews) | **[4.7 (6.9K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shermatch-plus/id1195970208/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 478 | **6.9K** |
| Positive reviews | **81.8% of reviews** | 26.4% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | **Monthly** | Every 2 months |
| Monetization | **Free** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 78 MB | 84 MB |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | **13.4** |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [Hasa Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/1713193810) | [Variable Technologies LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/569541572) |

## What reviewers say

### Orenda

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/orenda/id1171005221)

This app helps you master pool chemistry by accurately calculating chemical dosages and balancing water based on the LSI. It offers a user-friendly experience for both novices and professionals, including a volume estimator and educational videos.

**Highlights:** Chemical dosing calculator, LSI water balancing, Pool volume estimator, User-friendly interface, Educational videos

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Easy to use
- 💡 Helpful for pool maintenance
- 🚀 Simplifies pool chemistry
- 👍 Provides valuable information
- 👍 Great educational resources

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Issues with updating desired levels
- 🐛 Metric system not working properly
- 🐛 Difficult to input readings
- 🐛 Lack of history/logging functionality

**Reported bugs**

- Desired levels changing when inputting current values
- Metric system not functioning as expected
- Slider feature for inputting readings is slow and frustrating
- App not optimized for all iPhone screen sizes

**Requested features**

- Ability to save pool volume and desired levels
- Option to log pool history and track trends
- Integration with pool chemical monitors
- Ability to set custom chemical concentrations
- Support for more languages (e.g., Chinese)


### SherMatch+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/shermatch-plus/id1195970208)

This app helps professional painters and contractors quickly and accurately match paint colors and sheens from any painted surface. It eliminates the need for physical samples, saving time and reducing errors on job sites. Advanced features for custom color creation are available with a subscription.

**Highlights:** Scan and match paint color, Measure surface sheen, Organize job folders, Find nearest store, Create custom colors (subscription), Preview colors in rooms

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| SherMatch+ Custom Color Match | $4.99 | per month |
| SherMatch+ Custom Color Match | $47.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Accurate color matching
- 🔒 Clear instructions
- 👍 Helpful for contractors and professionals
- 👍 Saves time and money

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🚫 Requires purchase of additional device
- 🐛 Inconsistent color matching accuracy
- 👎 Poor integration with phone camera
- 👎 Confusing and not user-friendly
- 🔋 Battery life issues

**Reported bugs**

- Crashes and login issues
- Inability to connect to device
- Scrolling issues during account creation

**Requested features**

- Allow custom color creation
- Integrate phone camera for color matching
- Add color palette and notes features
- Improve organization and search in app


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Orenda free?

Orenda is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is SherMatch+ free?

SherMatch+ is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, Orenda or SherMatch+?

SherMatch+ is rated higher. Orenda averages 4.7 out of 5 from 478 ratings, while SherMatch+ averages 4.7 from 6.9K ratings.

### Do Orenda or SherMatch+ have ads?

Neither Orenda nor SherMatch+ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Orenda or SherMatch+?

Orenda ships an update monthly, and SherMatch+ every 2 months. Most recently, Orenda was updated on October 24, 2026 and SherMatch+ on October 24, 2026.

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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*