Datacolor Spyder
6.0#9 in display calibration software$169 one-timemacOSWindows
VisitDatacolor Spyder vs EIZO ColorNavigator 7
EIZO ColorNavigator 7
6.8#2 in display calibration softwareFree planFree planAPILinuxmacOSWindows
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| Fact | Datacolor Spyder | EIZO ColorNavigator 7 |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1970 | 1968 |
| Headquarters | Rotkreuz, Switzerland | Hakusan, Ishikawa, Japan |
| Integration | The comparison table says SpyderPro supports syncing with Datacolor LightColor Meter and other meters that measure Lux values; this feature is marked unavailable for Spyder. | The ColorNavigator API lets third-party applications change color modes, create calibration targets, run or cancel SelfCalibration, and retrieve calibration results. |
| Purpose | Datacolor Spyder uses a hardware sensor and software to calibrate display color for photo editing. | ColorNavigator 7 provides calibration and quality control management for EIZO ColorEdge monitors. |
Datacolor Spyder plans
- Datacolor Spyder$169, paid once
EIZO ColorNavigator 7 plans
- ColorNavigator 7Free
Pick Datacolor Spyder if…
Spyder is positioned for professional photographers and people doing advanced photo editing for digital sharing or printing. It suits users calibrating supported monitors rather than phones or tablets.
Pick EIZO ColorNavigator 7 if…
It suits photographers, designers, print professionals, and video creators who use compatible EIZO ColorEdge monitors. Users relying on the API need ColorNavigator 7 version 7.1.12 or later.