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Colourpin

Colourpin

by Variable Technologies LLC

41 ratings
16 reviews
📊 Productivity
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Archived App (Last seen on 12 May 2026)

This is an archived listing of the app previously available on the App Store.

Although the app is no longer distributed by Apple, you can still view its description, screenshots, version history, ratings, and metadata for reference.

Details

Released
November 17, 2016
Updated
January 8, 2026

Features

Developer

Variable Technologies LLC
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About

This app helps you identify and understand colors using a standardized notation system. It provides color information in various formats like NCS, CMYK, and RGB, simplifying color definition and exploration for designers and creatives.

✓Identify colors with NCS notation
✓Translate colors to CMYK, RGB, L*a*b*
✓Organized color exploration
✓Simplified color definition
✓Bluetooth color capture
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What's New in Colourpin

13.9.6

January 8, 2026

- Minor UI fixes

User reviews

Most RecentHighest RatedLowest Rated

OK, but like basic features and share function

Great app idea except that the user interfaces is everything but intuitive and lacks basic features like share or find a darker color of the color you just scanned?!
SSigward

Awesome gadget !!

It really does what it supposed to.
M7MVC 78

Unbrauchbar ist noch untertrieben

Nach dem Update sind Farbkarten führender Deutscher Farbehersteller ( Caparol) nicht mehr da !!!! Farbmessgerät ohne gute Farbkarten was soll das????!!!!!!..... Beste Grüße an die Entwickler
Mmmcdwzibfd

Ipad pro

Не открывается
Ddianamiro

ganz OK

- meist gute Treffergenauigkeit
- App ist einigermassen schnell (im Vergleich zu NCS+)
- weitere Farbfächer als InApp-Kauf wäre toll
- neuerdings crasht die App abundzu, dann sind alle Nutzerdaten gelöscht, please Update
Wwaltasar
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FAQ

What is the NCS system used by Colourpin?

The NCS system communicates colors by describing how they relate to basic colors (yellow, red, blue, green) and black/white. Each color has a unique notation indicating its blackness, whiteness, and chromaticness.

What color formats does Colourpin provide?

For each color you pin, Colourpin provides the closest NCS notation and translates it into CMYK, RGB, and L*a*b* values, along with lightness.

What devices is Colourpin compatible with?

The iOS app is compatible with iPhone 5 and later, and iPad 3rd generation or later. It requires Bluetooth 4.1 and may be compatible with other devices.

Is Colourpin free to use?

Yes, Colourpin is available as a free app. There are no in-app purchases or advertisements mentioned.

How often is Colourpin updated?

The latest version is 13.9.6, and it was last updated on January 8, 2026. This indicates a very recent update.

What is the age rating for Colourpin?

Colourpin has an age rating of 4+, making it suitable for a wide range of users.

Will Colourpin be available after 2025?

No, the Colourpin app will be migrated to the NCS+ App by the end of 2025 and will no longer be available for download after December 31, 2025.

What do users like about Colourpin?

With a rating of 4.9 stars from 41 ratings, users likely appreciate its accuracy in color identification and the convenience of having multiple color format translations readily available.