# Color Portfolio vs Intelligence Squared+

The clearest difference is review sentiment: Intelligence Squared+ at 100% against Color Portfolio's 23%. Intelligence Squared+ also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.5). Color Portfolio's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 2) and ratings volume (12K vs 1). On price, update cadence, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Intelligence Squared+ sells 2 in-app purchases, starting at $14.99 per month. Color Portfolio asks for nothing beyond the download.

Intelligence Squared+ holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Color Portfolio has 12K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 23% of Color Portfolio's written reviews are positive against 100% of Intelligence Squared+'s.

Color Portfolio ships an update every 3 months, Intelligence Squared+ every 2 months. The most recent releases landed on October 14, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | Color Portfolio | Intelligence Squared+ |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (12K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-portfolio/id1490161691/reviews) | **[5.0 (1 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intelligence-squared-plus/id6444066081/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | **12K** | 1 |
| Positive reviews | 22.8% of reviews | **100.0% of reviews** |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 months** |
| Monetization | **Free** | Subscription |
| Size | 281 MB | 68 MB |
| Requires iOS | **12.5.2** | 16.6 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, iPad |
| Age rating | 4+ | 17+ |
| Developer | [Benjamin Moore & Co](https://appshunter.io/developer/318034546) | [Intelligence Squared (UK) Ltd](https://appshunter.io/developer/1652056003) |

## What reviewers say

### Color Portfolio

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-portfolio/id1490161691)

Explore and visualize Benjamin Moore paint colors with a virtual fan deck and augmented reality tools. Try colors on your walls using photos or live video, and even match real-world colors with a compatible device.

**Highlights:** Virtual fan deck of Benjamin Moore colors, Photo visualizer for room color previews, Augmented reality video visualizer, Precision color matching with ColorReader device, Save and share colors

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

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 💡 Helpful in deciding colors
- 🎨 Allows visualizing paint colors on photos
- 🎨 Useful for planning decorating projects

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Colors not accurately represented
- 🤯 Confusing and unintuitive interface
- 🤖 Inaccurate color matching
- 💤 Crashes frequently
- 🔍 Limited functionality (e.g. can't zoom, paint trim)

**Reported bugs**

- Inability to save colored photos
- Color reader not working as expected
- Spinning color wheel makes it hard to select colors

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and compare color combinations
- More exterior color options
- Improved photo visualization with better accuracy
- Easier navigation and more intuitive controls
- Ability to paint trim, ceiling, and multiple surfaces


### Intelligence Squared+

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/intelligence-squared-plus/id6444066081)

Access a vast library of debates and discussions from leading figures in politics, science, and the arts. Engage with speakers live, connect with other subscribers, and enjoy exclusive discounts on events and merchandise.

**Highlights:** Extensive video library of debates, Live event streaming, Interactive Q&A with speakers, Subscriber community, Discounts on tickets and merchandise, Premium newsletter

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (2)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Intelligence Squared+ Monthly | $14.99 | per month |
| Intelligence Squared+ Yearly | $134.99 | per year |


## Frequently asked questions

### Is Color Portfolio free?

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

### Is Intelligence Squared+ free?

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

### Which has better reviews, Color Portfolio or Intelligence Squared+?

Intelligence Squared+ is rated higher. Color Portfolio averages 4.5 out of 5 from 12K ratings, while Intelligence Squared+ averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.

### Do Color Portfolio or Intelligence Squared+ have ads?

Neither Color Portfolio nor Intelligence Squared+ shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, Color Portfolio or Intelligence Squared+?

Color Portfolio ships an update every 3 months, and Intelligence Squared+ every 2 months. Most recently, Color Portfolio was updated on October 14, 2026 and Intelligence Squared+ on October 6, 2026.

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