Drag ColorAssistant.app from Applications to Trash. Also remove ~/Library/Application Support/X-Rite/ and ~/Library/Preferences/com.xrite.colorassistant.plist . After uninstall, macOS may revert to default display profile. Set manually in System Settings → Displays → Color Profile. Final Verdict X-Rite ColorAssistant is the best free tool for i1 device owners who want accurate, repeatable display calibration without complexity . It lacks printer/projector support but excels at what it does: guiding you step-by-step to a professional-grade display profile. For 95% of creative pros, it’s more than enough.

★★★★½ (4.5/5) Deducted half-star for occasional driver issues and lack of advanced validation charts. Guide version 1.0 — Last updated March 2025