# iModelKit Light vs Color Name AR

The clearest difference is review sentiment: iModelKit Light at 79% against Color Name AR's 48%. iModelKit Light also leads on iOS requirement (9.0 vs 12.1). Color Name AR's advantage is ratings volume (8.3K vs 34) and update cadence (every 2 weeks vs every 3 months). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. iModelKit Light sells 3 one-off in-app purchases and Color Name AR sells 3 in-app purchases, starting at $2.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

Color Name AR holds the better App Store score, 4.4 against 4.2. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Color Name AR has 8.3K ratings behind it against 34, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 79% of iModelKit Light's written reviews are positive against 48% of Color Name AR's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

iModelKit Light ships an update every 3 months, Color Name AR every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 23, 2026 and October 29, 2026 respectively.

## The numbers

| Metric | iModelKit Light | Color Name AR |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.2 (34 ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imodelkit-light/id393872482/reviews) | **[4.4 (8.3K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-name-ar/id906955675/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 34 | **8.3K** |
| Positive reviews | **78.8% of reviews** | 48.0% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 3 months | **Every 2 weeks** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Size | 158 MB | 58 MB |
| Requires iOS | **9.0** | 12.1 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPod | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** |
| Age rating | 17+ | +4 |
| Developer | [id6 Sarl](https://appshunter.io/developer/344156885) | [Vlad Polyanskiy](https://appshunter.io/developer/438646985) |

## What reviewers say

### iModelKit Light

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/imodelkit-light/id393872482)

This app simplifies scale model building with tools for browsing paint charts, mixing paints, and managing projects. It offers extensive catalogs of paints and materials, with optional in-app purchases for advanced features and inventory management.

**Highlights:** Browse paint charts and material catalogs, Mix paints and compute color mixes, Create and share custom charts/catalogs, Compute scale results and find references, Manage model kit projects, Optional inventory management and barcode scanning

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

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Inventory | $4.99 | one-time |
| Premium Release | $9.99 | one-time |
| Premium Release+Inventory | $14.99 | one-time |


### Color Name AR

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/color-name-ar/id906955675)

Identify and discover colors with this app. It helps you choose paints, wallpaper, and decorative items by providing a vast database of color names and their visual representations. Perfect for designers, decorators, or anyone curious about color.

**Highlights:** Pantone color scheme assistant, Massive base of color names, Search and view color database, Intuitive interface, Color identification

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Family Sharing

**In-app purchases (3)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Premium Mode | $2.99 | per month |
| Premium Mode | $14.99 | per year |
| Pro Pack | $9.99 | one-time |

**What reviewers like**

- 🎨 Accurate color identification
- 🎨 Extensive color library
- 🎨 Helpful for color-blind users
- 🎨 Useful for artists and designers
- 🎨 Integrates with other apps (e.g., Procreate)

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🔒 Requires subscription or one-time purchase
- 🐛 Inconsistent color identification
- 🐛 Buggy and unstable performance
- 🔍 Limited functionality in free version
- 🤷‍♀️ Confusing or overwhelming color names

**Reported bugs**

- Buttons and features not working as expected
- Incorrect color identification in various lighting conditions
- Compatibility issues on certain devices
- Subscription management problems (e.g., unable to cancel)

**Requested features**

- Ability to save and manage custom color palettes
- Improved image editing and color adjustment tools
- Landscape mode support for iPad
- Zoom and pan functionality for detailed color analysis
- Color blindness mode with simplified color names


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iModelKit Light free?

iModelKit Light is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Is Color Name AR free?

Color Name AR is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iModelKit Light or Color Name AR?

Color Name AR is rated higher. iModelKit Light averages 4.2 out of 5 from 34 ratings, while Color Name AR averages 4.4 from 8.3K ratings.

### Do iModelKit Light or Color Name AR have ads?

Neither iModelKit Light nor Color Name AR shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iModelKit Light or Color Name AR?

iModelKit Light ships an update every 3 months, and Color Name AR every 2 weeks. Most recently, iModelKit Light was updated on October 23, 2026 and Color Name AR on October 29, 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.*