Pantone Connect Software Tier Comparison
Pantone Connect Tiers
Pantone Connect offers three software tiers designed to support different color workflows:
Explorer is ideal for designers who need access to Pantone Colors and essential digital color tools. Search the Pantone Library, create and save custom color palettes, convert colors, and work with Pantone Colors directly in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Designer is ideal for designers working across digital design and physical production. It includes everything in Explorer, plus advanced tools to help evaluate and validate color decisions for print and packaging.
Insider is ideal for color professionals who want advanced production tools and deeper Pantone color intelligence. It includes everything in Designer, plus access to Pantone color trends, forecasting, and additional color intelligence resources.
Compare the plans below to see the complete feature breakdown and determine which plan best fits your workflow.
| Feature | Explorer | Designer | Insider |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Pantone Library | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Custom Color Palettes | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Adobe Integration | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Capture Colors From Anywhere | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| HEX, CMYK, LAB & RGB Conversion | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Color Achievability | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Color Insider Articles | — | — | ✓ |
| Real-Time Color Statistics | — | — | ✓ |