# ColorCeption — Test your color perception.

> Color perception challenge game for iPhone and Apple Watch. (iPhone/iPad app by Peter Kramer.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colorception/id989654675 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Peter Kramer](https://appshunter.io/developer/348619994)
- Category: Games, Entertainment, Puzzle
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 9.0 · 3 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-05-13
- Data updated: 2026-06-01
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colorception/id989654675/reviews.md

## What is ColorCeption?

ColorCeption - a color perception challenge for the iPhone and Apple Watch.  Ten free colors; RGB, CMY and HSB modes.

ColorCeption challenges you to match a random color.  The random color goal can surround the  match or remain on a different screen.  Matching can be done in Red/Green/Blue additive lights, Cyan/Magenta/Yellow subtractive paints or Hue/Saturation/Brightness perception values.  

- 10 free colors to match; 10,000,000 colors to match after an IAP
- RGB, CMY, HSB modes on separate pages 
- Show or hide the random color goal
- Score from 0%-100%
- Apple Watch and iPhone compatible

## Key features

- Color matching challenge
- RGB, CMY, and HSB modes
- Apple Watch and iPhone compatible
- Score from 0%-100%
- Unlock millions of colors

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| upgrade to unlimited colors | $0.99 | one-time |


## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colorception/id989654675/reviews.md

### 5/5 — How different are colors

*2015-09-02, version 1.1*

Some people can see small differences in color; this app shows you how good you are at differentiating similar colors.  RGB, HSB, and CMY scales.  And it works on an Apple Watch!

### 5/5 — Colorception

*2015-06-13, version 1.1*

Absolutely superb app! Wonderful for artists, craftspeople, designers, photographers, and just plain fun for people like me who love color and want to understand it!!!

## Frequently asked questions about ColorCeption

### What is ColorCeption?

ColorCeption is a game designed to test and challenge your color perception. It allows you to match random colors using different color modes and is available on iPhone and Apple Watch.

### How many colors can I match for free in ColorCeption?

You can match 10 free colors in ColorCeption. An in-app purchase unlocks access to over 10,000,000 colors to match.

### What color modes are available in ColorCeption?

ColorCeption offers three distinct color modes: RGB (Red/Green/Blue additive lights), CMY (Cyan/Magenta/Yellow subtractive paints), and HSB (Hue/Saturation/Brightness perception values).

### Can I play ColorCeption on my Apple Watch?

Yes, ColorCeption is compatible with both the Apple Watch and iPhone, allowing you to test your color perception on either device.

### Does ColorCeption have ads?

No, ColorCeption does not contain advertisements. The app is free to download and play, with optional in-app purchases for additional content.

### What is the age rating for ColorCeption?

ColorCeption has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users interested in color perception challenges.

### How does scoring work in ColorCeption?

ColorCeption scores your color matching accuracy on a scale from 0% to 100%. The closer your match is to the target color, the higher your score will be.

### When was ColorCeption last updated?

The latest version of ColorCeption, 1.2, was last updated on October 31, 2021.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.2 — 2021-10-31

Score is based on linear distance from correct color based on RGB or CMY or HSB values.

### 1.1 — 2015-05-08

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

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