# Pixel Picker: Color Inspector — Image Color Picker

> Extract RGB color values from images on your device. (iPhone/iPad app by Andrea Bizzotto.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-picker-color-inspector/id930804327 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Andrea Bizzotto](https://appshunter.io/developer/539165502)
- Category: Utilities, Productivity
- Price: Free with in-app purchases
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 179 App Store ratings · 38 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 15.0 · 23 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-11-10
- Data updated: 2026-09-29
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-picker-color-inspector/id930804327/reviews.md

## What is Pixel Picker?

Pixel Picker helps you identify exact colors in any photo.

Import an image from Photos, then pan and zoom until the crosshair is over the pixel you need. Instantly view its HEX and RGB values, plus its coordinates in the image.

FEATURES  
• Open images from Photos or the share sheet  
• Pinch to zoom and pan for precise pixel selection  
• View colors in HEX and RGB formats  
• See pixel coordinates  
• Export the image with its selected color information  
• Works with portrait and landscape images on iPhone and iPad  

Enjoy!

## Key features

- Import images from device photos
- Import from Adobe Creative Cloud
- Pan, pinch, and zoom for precise selection
- Display RGB color values (decimal and hex)
- Export image with color information
- iOS app extension support

## Pricing and in-app purchases

Base price: Free.

**One-time purchases**

| Purchase | Price | Type |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Remove Ads | $0.99 | one-time |


## What do users think of Pixel Picker?

Overall sentiment: mixed

**Pros**

- 👍 Easy to use
- 🚀 Quick and efficient
- ✅ Does what it says
- 🎨 Accurate color matching
- 💡 Useful for automation
- 🖼️ High zoom capability
- 🆓 Free to use
- ✨ Simple and straightforward
- 💯 Great for graphic design
- 💻 Useful for developers
- 🖼️ Shows hex and RGB

**Cons**

- 🤔 Privacy concerns (photo library access)
- 👴 Outdated UI design
- 📱 Not optimized for newer iPhones
- 💸 Ads on main screen
- 🤏 Small color square for comparison
- 🚫 Cannot copy color codes easily
- 🐛 Freezing issues
- ❌ Copy/paste broken

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App freezes when copying or zooming
- Copy and paste broken
- Crashed the first time

**Most requested features**

- Display color in Decimal format
- Option to display color in Decimal format
- On-screen crosshairs without photo
- Copy hex code separately
- Add '#' before hex code or toggle option
- Larger color square for comparison
- Update UI design
- Fit to newer iPhone screen sizes

## Recent user reviews (10 of 38)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pixel-picker-color-inspector/id930804327/reviews.md

### 1/5 — WEEZER

*2026-01-30, version 1.3.0*

It didn’t have WEEZER I tried it it didn’t work

### 5/5 — Works perfecty

*2025-09-22, version 1.3.0*

Please update :)

### 5/5 — This is *The* app for scraping X Y and color location from images for your puposes

*2024-10-12, version 1.3.0*

I've used this app for years to scrape X,Y location and pixel color value from screenshots I need to create intelligent automation. It's so quick and easy to use I even import the shots I grab when doing automation on windows systems using pixel picker and iOS to do the Job. *I wish it also/optioned to display color in Decimal format..but despite having to convert the RGB to decimal for my purposes in some cases. This is still my favorite tool!*

### 1/5 — Wrong colour

*2022-12-29, version 1.3.0*

Shows a clear green or blue and thinks it’s red or grey very strange not at all accurate

### 1/5 — Poor privacy & lack of updates

*2022-09-01, version 1.3.0*

Don’t get me wrong. It does exactly what it says.

It’s just that there is something fishy about requiring access to your entire photo library in 2022, when other apps have no problem selecting a single photo at a time.

If you want a possibly better option, search for “Color Pro Picker.” $4, but it does it the same thing and actually has more features.

Rate this review as helpful if you think people should know about a competitor.

### 2/5 — Privacy Issues

*2021-11-03, version 1.3.0*

The app is perfect for what it needs to do. I was unhappy that you can’t just select photos from camera roll; regardless of what option you choose, it accesses/uploads your entire camera roll.

### 5/5 — Great

*2021-10-12, version 1.3.0*

Been using for a year and a half (I think, maybe more, maybe less ^^)
Great app.

### 5/5 — This. App. Is. Amazing.

*2021-08-15, version 1.3.0*

You can zoom in SO far in on it, and say you’re trying to figure out the color of the slightest detail? No worries, this app’s got ya. 
Need to figure out the slightly different shade between two-similar-to-the-eye colors? This app’s got ya. 
Need to know the name of a color so you can find it on the internet? This app’s got ya. 
Sure, it has ads, but they’re small banners and absolutely worth dealing with because this. App. Is. Amazing.

### 1/5 — Frozen

*2021-02-20, version 1.3.0*

Cannot copy the colors (by clicking the top bar) or zoom in without the menu/app freezing.

### 4/5 — Quick+Basic+Almost Perfect

*2021-01-06, version 1.3.0*

As someone who does a lot of Graphic Design, being able to determine the “Right” Color of a Brand Logo, or Whatever Else is Critical. So, finding a Good Color Picker is essential (& can be maddening!)

While I had the tools I needed on my Computer and later laptop. I’ve only just gotten into exclusive use of my Apple iPhone 11 for doing my graphics work, as I am no longer making a living from it being that I am in a different industry. 

However, I can tell You this Color Picker App is (ALMOST) Perfect! It’s down and dirty basic. You simply open the App and select a Pic from Your camera roll, and You get the familiar color drop’s cross hairs, scroll it over whatever color you are trying to reproduce & BAM! There’s the color code break down in full lovely RGB! (Red, Green, Blue or Cyanamid)😁👍🏼PERFECT! Then simply plug those numbers into either your Illustrator, Photoshop like App and there You go!

My ONLY complaint/request and why this App missed out on both PERFECT+5-Stars down to 4-Stars was that You have to have a photo to load into the color picker app in order to determine the color. This App would be so much more useful if it provided the cross hairs “On-Screen” and gave the color code breakdown there (or) provided the cross hairs and color picking “On-Screen” and populated the color code inside the App.

Thanks for an Albeit very basic but extremely useful color picker!

## Frequently asked questions about Pixel Picker

### What does Pixel Picker do?

Pixel Picker allows you to extract precise color information from images stored on your device or in cloud storage. You can import images, zoom in to select specific pixels, and view their color values in both RGB decimal and hex formats.

### How do I use Pixel Picker?

You can import images directly from your device's Photos app or from Adobe Creative Cloud. Once an image is open, you can pan, pinch, and zoom to select any point of interest. The app will then display the RGB color values for that selected pixel.

### What color formats does the app support?

The app provides color information in both decimal and hexadecimal (hex) RGB formats. This ensures compatibility with various design and development workflows.

### Is Pixel Picker available on all iOS devices?

Yes, Pixel Picker is available on both iPhone and iPad. It also includes an iOS app extension for seamless integration with the Photos app and other image-sharing applications.

### Does Pixel Picker cost money?

The app is free to download and use, offering core functionality. There are in-app purchases available for additional features or content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.0.1 — 2026-09-26

Added visible share icon.

Better support for large text on color and coordinate readouts.

### 2.0.0 — 2026-09-25

This new version adds support for all the latest iPhone and iPad models.

Also updated to use the new image picker, so the app no longer needs access to the entire photo library.

### 1.3.0 — 2017-09-07

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

Pixel Picker now uses a new bigger font to show the RGB and HEX values. This is to improve readability.

Also updated the HEX format used when exporting a color.

### 1.2.1 — 2017-03-13

Fixed an issue that would occasionally cause in app purchases to fail.

### 1.2.0 — 2016-12-23

- Full support for iPad split screen.
- The standard image picker is now used by default when tapping to load a photo.
- Tap and hold on the load button to choose between loading a photo or an asset from your Adobe Creative Cloud account.

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All apps by Andrea Bizzotto: https://appshunter.io/developer/539165502

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