Comparison

Color Muse vs CareFleet

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

Head to head
About

Color Muse

Instantly measure and match colors from any surface with a connected device. Access a vast library of paint colors from leading brands and find coordinating shades. A premium subscription unlocks custom paint formulation and redemption at select stores.

Highlights
  • Wireless color measurement
  • Match colors from over 100K paint options
  • Identify paint and product colors
  • Custom paint formulation (subscription)
  • Sheen and color detection
  • Save and organize color palettes
  • Cross-material color scanning
Features
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Measure Color. Match with Confidence. Color Match Made Easy® Color Muse® is the ultimate companion app for professionals and DIYers who need fast, reliable, and accurate color matching. Wirelessly pair with any Color Muse device to instantly identify paint and product colors from over 100K colors from leading brands like Sherwin-Williams, Benjamin Moore, Behr, PPG, and many more. After wirelessly connecting your Color Muse, Color Muse SE, Color Muse 2, or Color Muse 3 device, the Color Muse app streamlines your color selection process for a faster and more confident color-matching experience. No more hassling with cumbersome fan decks, paint chips, or color swatches. Scan colors and find products that match, coordinate, and complement. ** Introducing Custom Color Matching with Plus Subscription ** A premium feature that allows you to create custom paint formulations from any scanned color and redeem them at Sherwin-Williams stores. With the Plus Subscription, you can customize color matching and create one-of-a-kind colors exclusively available made through Sherwin-Williams stores in the United States and Canada. Custom Color Matching is only available with the Color Muse 3 device. No more cutting paint samples. No more guesswork. Built for the jobsite and at home • Avoid cutting samples, patching walls, and repainting mistakes • Measure color and sheen directly from a smooth, non-metallic surface • Reduce extra trips to the store • Capture accurate results for interior and exterior surfaces • Ideal for homeowners and Pros who need accurate color measurement Here's how the Plus Subscription works 1. Connect your Color Muse 3 device 2. Scan any surface or inspiration 3. Create a custom paint match 4. Generate a QR Code 5. Redeem at a Sherwin-Williams store Subscription Details • Free through May 31, 2026 (Limited Time Offer) • Monthly: $4.99 • Annual: $49.99 Important Notes • Requires a Color Muse 3 to create custom color matches • Subscriptions are managed through your Apple account and are subject to their Terms • Custom Color Matching and QR Code redemption are available in the United States and Canada at Sherwin-Williams stores What you can do for free in the Color Muse App • Find the closest color from over 100,000 colors – Compare scans to top paint brands and product libraries from around the world. • Sheen + Color Matching (Color Muse 2 and 3 only) – Automatically detect and measure gloss at 60° and differentiate between matte, eg-shell, satin, semi-gloss, and high gloss finishes. • Save and Organize Colors – Create custom folders, share palettes, or export values for seamless integration into manufacturing, design, and QA workflows. • Cross-Material Accuracy – Scan across paint, plastics, fabrics, and even printed materials with industry-leading consistency. • Compact & Portable – All Color Muse devices are pocket-sized and Bluetooth-enabled for on-the-go use. • Project Folders & Notes – Store scanned colors in your folders and record notes or project details for future reference. • Share with Your Network – Easily share your saved colors with your connections through email or text. • Measure Color Instantly – Scan any surface to capture its precise color values in CIE Lab, HEX, RGB, LCH, CMYK, and more. PANTONE® and RAL In-App Purchases Available • Color Muse® + PANTONE® Color Subscription - Users can access more than 16,500 Pantone colors directly through the Color Muse® app when they subscribe to a Pantone Color Subscription. • Color Muse® + RAL Color Subscription - Subscribed users can access up to 1,800+ colors from RAL, including the RAL K5 and D2 collections. Pantone and RAL Subscriptions work with ALL Color Muse devices • Color Muse • Color Muse SE • Color Muse 2 • Color Muse 3

About

CareFleet

This app helps manage vehicles and fleets with features like GPS tracking, service reminders, and fuel logging. It simplifies tracking, organizing, and maintaining vehicles for both personal and business use, offering tools for better control and efficiency.

Highlights
  • GPS tracking
  • Service reminders
  • Clock in/out for fleet
  • Fuel management
  • Vehicle documentation
  • Fleet reports
  • Cost tracking
Features
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CareFleet – The Ultimate Fleet Management App Efficiently manage your fleet with CareFleet, a Fleet Management App designed for both personal and business use. With advanced features like GPS tracking and clock in/out, CareFleet simplifies vehicle and fleet management, making it easy to track, organize, and maintain your vehicles all in one place. Whether you manage a small fleet or oversee multiple vehicles, CareFleet offers the tools you need for better control and efficiency. Key Features of CareFleet: GPS Tracking: Monitor the real-time location of your vehicles with advanced GPS tracking, ensuring you always know where your fleet is. Service Reminders: Get automated reminders for maintenance, repairs, and other important vehicle services, helping you stay on top of routine tasks. Clock In/Out for Fleet: Track employee working hours and vehicle usage with our simple clock in/out feature, integrated with GPS to ensure accuracy. Fuel Management: Record fuel consumption and track refuels, so you can keep an eye on fuel efficiency and costs. Vehicle Documentation: Store and manage important vehicle documents such as registration, insurance, and inspection details, with automatic expiration reminders. Fleet Reports: Access detailed reports on vehicle performance, fuel usage, and maintenance history to make informed decisions. Cost Tracking: Track all vehicle-related expenses, helping you control costs and optimize your fleet's budget. User-Friendly Interface: An intuitive and easy-to-use design, making it simple for anyone to manage their fleet efficiently, no technical expertise required. Benefits of Using CareFleet: Maximize Efficiency: Save time and reduce errors with automated reminders and real-time tracking. Cost Savings: Track expenses, improve fuel management, and avoid costly maintenance mistakes. Improved Organization: Keep all vehicle and fleet data in one place, making it easier to stay organized and ensure compliance. Better Decision Making: Detailed reports help you make informed decisions about your fleet, whether it's for a small business or a large organization. Increase Fleet Control: Take full control of your fleet with real-time GPS data and precise clock in/out tracking. User-Friendly Experience: CareFleet is designed to be simple to use, even for non-technical users, making fleet management hassle-free. Start Managing Your Fleet Today Take control of your fleet with CareFleet. Whether you're managing one vehicle or an entire fleet, CareFleet is here to help you streamline your operations and improve efficiency. Download CareFleet now and take control of your fleet!

Screenshots

Color Muse4 screens
CareFleet4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is update cadence: CareFleet at every 3 days against Color Muse's every 2 months. CareFleet also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Color Muse's advantage is ratings volume (1.5K vs 1) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 16.6). On price, ads, in-app purchases and monetization model 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

Both are free to download. Color Muse sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $4.99 per month and CareFleet sells 6 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

CareFleet holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Color Muse has 1.5K ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Color Muse ships an update every 2 months, CareFleet every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on October 24, 2026 and October 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard4 real differences · 6 level
Color Muse versus CareFleet: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterColor MuseCareFleet
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (1.5K ratings)5.0 (1 ratings) — better
Positive reviews38.5% of reviews—
Number of ratings1.5K — better1
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 3 days — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFreemiumFreemium
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS13.4 — better16.6
Further details — not scored
Size96 MB106 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperVariable Technologies LLCIMCREATE LLC

Customer experience

Color Muse

All ratings1,476 ratings
Positive96.1%
Neutral2.4%
Negative1.5%
Written reviews39 reviews
Positive38.5%
Neutral20.5%
Negative41.0%

CareFleet

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Bugs and requests

Color Muse

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to load catalog colors
  • Scanning issues and force closes
  • Comparison mode not working as expected

Requested features

3 requests
  • Ability to save scanned colors
  • Integration with Pantone color system
  • Apple Watch app for on-the-go use

CareFleet

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

6 purchases

Color Muse

Subscriptions6
  • Monthly$4.991 Month
  • Plus (Sherwin-Williams)7 Days trial$4.991 Month
  • Monthly$9.991 Month
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  • Plus (Sherwin-Williams)7 Days trial$47.991 Year
  • Annual$49.991 Year
  • Annual$99.991 Year
6 purchases

CareFleet

Subscriptions6
  • Basic Plan Monthly$1.991 Month
  • Pro Plan Monthly$9.991 Month
  • Business Plan Monthly$16.991 Month
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  • Basic Plan Annual$19.991 Year
  • Pro Plan Annual$99.991 Year
  • Business Plan Annual1 Month trial$169.991 Year

Questions

Is Color Muse free?
Color Muse is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is CareFleet free?
CareFleet is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, Color Muse or CareFleet?
CareFleet is rated higher. Color Muse averages 4.8 out of 5 from 1.5K ratings, while CareFleet averages 5.0 from 1 ratings.
Do Color Muse or CareFleet have ads?
Neither Color Muse nor CareFleet shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Color Muse or CareFleet?
Color Muse ships an update every 2 months, and CareFleet every 3 days. Most recently, Color Muse was updated on October 24, 2026 and CareFleet on October 10, 2026.

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