Comparison

The Paint Picker vs 2nd in Command

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

The Paint Picker

This app assists miniature painters in selecting optimal paint schemes for their armies. It leverages color theory to suggest visually striking combinations, helping users find matching paints and complementary colors.

Highlights
  • Select starting color
  • Find matching paints
  • Discover complementary paints
  • Save and share schemes
Features
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The Paint Picker is designed to help wargamers choose the perfect paint scheme for their armies. The app utilises the principles of color theory to suggest paint schemes that will really pop on the battlefield. Features: • Select a starting color from the color wheel. • Find the nearest matching paint from a variety of manufacturers. • Discover complementary paints. • Save and share the results.

About

2nd in Command

This app serves as a mobile war council for tabletop wargaming. It allows players to build and manage army lists, access unit statistics and rules, and store their creations for easy retrieval.

Highlights
  • Faithful list building for all factions
  • Automatic points accuracy
  • Save and store army lists
  • Instant rules reference
  • Comprehensive unit statistics
Features
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Second in Command: The Old World - Prepare for Waaaagh! The time of reckoning is at hand. From the mist-shrouded forests of Athel Loren to the war-torn provinces of the Empire, the great powers muster for war. Second in Command is your mobile war council for The Old World, designed to marshal your forces with the precision of a veteran General. Marshal the Grand Armies Faithful List Building: Muster your regiments for every available faction, from the proud Kingdoms of Bretonnia and the Empire to the ancient hosts of the High Elves and Wood Elves, and the relentless legions of the Tomb Kings and Vampire Counts. An intuitive system lets you assemble your core, special, and rare units with ease, fully respecting the game's core rules. Flawless Requisition: The app handles the complex logistics of war. Every knightly vow, every volley of arrows, and every arcane spell is tallied automatically, ensuring your host is perfectly mustered and points-accurate. Your Grand Army, Preserved: Save and store your complete army lists on your device or cloud. Your battle-forged host is always ready to answer the call to war, be it for a local skirmish or a grand tournament. Master the Art of War: Instant Rule of Law: Keep your battle narrative flowing. Our rules reference puts every core rule, special rule, and unit statistic at your command. Settle disputes over the fog of war in an instant. Comprehensive Tome of Units: Instantly consult the strengths and weaknesses of any unit on the field, from a lowly State Trooper to a mighty Grail Knight, allowing for decisive and informed tactical command. Heed the Call to War! Cease your logistical preparations and sound the charge. Second in Command: The Old World is the ultimate strategic asset for every general, from an aspiring Captain to a legendary Lord. Download Now and Take Command!

Screenshots

The Paint Picker4 screens
2nd in Command4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: The Paint Picker at Free against 2nd in Command's $3.99. The Paint Picker also leads on iOS requirement (13.0 vs 15.0). 2nd in Command's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 3) and update cadence (every 9 days vs every 5 weeks). On rating, review sentiment, ratings volume and ads 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

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

The Paint Picker is free to download; 2nd in Command costs $3.99 up front. The Paint Picker sells 3 one-off in-app purchases. 2nd in Command asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

2nd in Command holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.7. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 90 and 190 respectively. Written reviews complicate that: 89% of The Paint Picker's written reviews are positive against 83% of 2nd in Command's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

The Paint Picker ships an update every 5 weeks, 2nd in Command every 9 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 27, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard5 real differences · 5 level
The Paint Picker versus 2nd in Command: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterThe Paint Picker2nd in Command
PriceFree — better$3.99
Rating4.7 (90 ratings)4.9 (190 ratings) — better
Positive reviews88.9% of reviews — better83.0% of reviews
Number of ratings90190 — better
Update frequencyEvery 5 weeksEvery 9 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS13.0 — better15.0
Further details — not scored
Size2 MB86 MB
Age rating4+9+
DeveloperAaron TunneyGoathead Software

Customer experience

The Paint Picker

All ratings85 ratings
Positive94.1%
Neutral2.4%
Negative3.5%
Written reviews18 reviews
Positive88.9%
Neutral0.0%
Negative11.1%

2nd in Command

All ratings190 ratings
Positive98.9%
Neutral1.1%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews47 reviews
Positive83.0%
Neutral10.6%
Negative6.4%

Bugs and requests

The Paint Picker

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

2nd in Command

Reported bugs

17 issues
  • Spelling errors
  • App crashes when making changes too quickly
  • Cannot add allies
  • Interface could use a little work
  • Special rules don't always show full effects
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  • Bugs allowing selection of invalid items
  • Missing rules/options for army composition
  • Internet connection required
  • Red error screens when choices become illegal
  • Issues duplicating units
  • Cannot buy Daemonic Icons for specific upgrades
  • App crashes on Macbook when opening new list
  • Orc boys wargear options cause app shutdown
  • Bretonian Exil Army command section deleted after update
  • Unit values are incorrect
  • Countercharge on hippogriffs not flowing through
  • Terrorgheist abilities not flowing through (unless on ghoul king)

Requested features

16 requests
  • German language option
  • Images of units
  • Macbook version fix
  • Add allies
  • Support for more lists (e.g., Bretonian Pegasus)
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  • Dark mode option (implied by Mac user request)
  • German language option
  • Images of units
  • Macbook version fix
  • Add allies
  • Support for more lists (e.g., Bretonian Pegasus)
  • Dark mode option (implied by Mac user request)
  • Add Daemonic Icons for Daemons of Chaos
  • Include Open War and Grand Melee options
  • Show weapon details in game view
  • Fix countercharge on hippogriffs and terrorgheist abilities

In-app purchases

3 purchases

The Paint Picker

One-time3
  • Tip$0.99
  • Big Tip$2.99
  • Enormous Tip$4.99
None

2nd in Command

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is The Paint Picker free?
The Paint Picker is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is 2nd in Command free?
2nd in Command costs $3.99, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, The Paint Picker or 2nd in Command?
2nd in Command is rated higher. The Paint Picker averages 4.7 out of 5 from 90 ratings, while 2nd in Command averages 4.9 from 190 ratings.
Do The Paint Picker or 2nd in Command have ads?
Neither The Paint Picker nor 2nd in Command shows ads.
Which is updated more often, The Paint Picker or 2nd in Command?
The Paint Picker ships an update every 5 weeks, and 2nd in Command every 9 days. Most recently, The Paint Picker was updated on October 24, 2026 and 2nd in Command on October 27, 2026.

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