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How to compare two strains

Pick the strain you would choose again, record ties, skip pairs, and finish a round of strain comparisons.

Applies to the High IQ iPhone app · Updated

A comparison shows two strains side by side. You choose the one you would choose again. Each pick updates your rankings.

Before you start

  • Sign in.
  • Tag at least 3 strains as Tasted or Have it. Until then, you see “Tag 3 strains as Tasted or Have it to start.”

Start a round

Start a round from one of these places:

  • Home: Tap Compare a pair on a Needs your attention card.
  • My Rankings: Tap Start another round.
  • A strain page: Tap Rank this strain in the collection sheet.

Make your picks

  1. Read the question: “Which would you choose again?”
  2. Tap one of the two strains to choose it.
  3. To record a tie, tap They’re equal.
  4. To pass on this pair, tap Skip.
  5. To undo your last pick, tap Undo last pick.

A round has up to 10 picks. When only a few pairs are left, the screen shows how many pairs remain. Otherwise it shows “Quick round · 10 picks.”

When a round ends

  • If you compared every pair, you see “All pairs compared.” The screen says your rankings reflect your picks.
  • If you skipped pairs, you see “You skipped the rest of this round. Your picks still count.”

Tap View rankings to see the result in My Rankings. Read How to rank your strains for more.

Note: You may see a limit message when you start a round.

If a round does not start

If you see “Could not start a round,” check your connection and try again. If you see “Saved comparison but could not end the session,” your picks were saved. Open My Rankings to check them.

Frequently asked questions

Can I change a pick?

Yes. Tap Undo last pick to reverse your most recent pick. Each pick adjusts your ranking scores.

What does a tie do?

Tap They're equal to record a tie between the two strains. The tie is saved with your picks.

High IQ is a personal record for adults where cannabis is legal. Follow your local laws. Strain information is descriptive and is not medical advice.

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