ArgyllCMS
7.4#1 in display calibration softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitArgyllCMS vs QUBYX PerfectLum
QUBYX PerfectLum
6.4#4 in display calibration software$480 one-timeLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | ArgyllCMS | QUBYX PerfectLum |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2000 | 2010 |
| Purpose | ArgyllCMS is an open-source ICC-compatible color management system for creating profiles and calibrating devices. | PerfectLum calibrates, verifies, and performs quality assurance for medical displays, including DICOM GSDF calibration. |
ArgyllCMS plans
- ArgyllCMSFree
- Commercial/non-AGPL licensingPriced on request
QUBYX PerfectLum plans
- PerfectLum License$480, paid once
- PerfectLum + SmartSensor S2$680, paid once
Pick ArgyllCMS if…
ArgyllCMS suits users who need device profiling or calibration and are comfortable using command-line tools. Linux users with color-managed displays should note its Wayland limitation.
Pick QUBYX PerfectLum if…
PerfectLum is intended for radiology departments, medical physicists, healthcare IT and PACS teams, diagnostic imaging centers, and hospital networks. It fits teams responsible for display calibration and recurring QA.