# RUCO Colors > Visualize and apply paint colors to photos for design and decision-making. (iPhone/iPad app by Colorix SA.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruco-colors/id435225690 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [Colorix SA](https://appshunter.io/developer/372237429) - Category: Reference, Utilities - Price: Free - Rating: 1.00/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 1 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 15.0 · 80 MB - Languages: French (France), German (Germany), American English, Arabic, Bangla, Chinese (Simplified, China), Korean, European Spanish, Indonesian, Italian and 14 more - Released: 2011-05-23 - Data updated: 2026-08-26 - Monetization: free with in-app purchases - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruco-colors/id435225690/reviews.md ## What is RUCO Colors? The house facade in sky blue or royal blue? A living room in olive green? RUCO Colors shows how things could look. With this app for iPhone and iPad, you can now recolour the objects in your photos with any RUCO Colour – quickly and easily. In only three steps, anything can be recoloured with RUCO Colors: 1. Take a photo with your iPhone. 2. Select one of 1’510 RUCO colours or optional 210 RAL Classic colours or 1950 NCS Index colours. 3. Recolour the object in the photo. RUCO Colors is as useful as it is inspiring. Painters, architects, graphic designers and Web designers can now make it easier for their customers to make colour decisions. With the RUCO Colors App, you can quickly give them a picture of your colour concept. You can present colour designs to your customers on site and display alternatives directly. And you can save your colour selection by project name and send photos of recoloured objects via email. The colour palette includes the RUCO 720, RUCO Swiss-Collection and RUCOTREND Facade collections of Rupf & Co. AG and can optionally be expanded by RAL CLASSIC or NCS Index colours. The corresponding L*a*b*, sRGB, CMYK and LRV values are listed for each colour. RUCO Colors is also compatible with COLORCATCH NANO and NANO 2 the Colorix colorimeters. COLORCATCH NANO 2 is the revolutionary color measuring device that makes life easier for all professionals who work with color. It is the world's first Bluetooth camera connected to a smartphone, it offers unprecedented convenience and accuracy in color measurement. The new optical head on the device eliminates gloss and stray light, providing improved color measurement on plastic surfaces. Additionally, COLORCATCH NANO 2 is one of the only colorimeters in the world to be equipped with a camera, which allows for maximum accuracy even on textured surfaces. With its advanced technology, the device reads and measures more than 50,000 pixels separately, automatically removing any non-dominant colors such as shadow effects and dirt. The camera on COLORCATCH NANO 2 is a significant advantage, as it allows professionals to see exactly what is being measured. This is especially useful for measuring fine details, such as the color of a small symbol on a carpet and in the textile and printing industries. The ability to visualize the measurement enhances the accuracy and efficiency of the color measurement process. With its advanced optical head, integrated camera, and ability to accurately measure even on textured surfaces, it's the perfect tool for professionals working with color. Due to technical limitations, colors seen in this App may not accurately reflect paint colors. To confirm your color choices refer to your color cards. © 2018, Rupf & Co. AG ## Key features - Recolor objects in photos - Select from 1,510+ RUCO colors - Option to add RAL and NCS colors - Save color selections by project - Email recolored object photos - View L*a*b*, sRGB, CMYK, LRV values ## Recent user reviews (1 of 1) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ruco-colors/id435225690/reviews.md ### 2/5 — Schlecht Bedienbar... Kein Händler... *2011-11-30* Die App ist schlecht Bedienbar... Kein Händler in meiner Nähe... Gute Idee. ## Frequently asked questions about RUCO Colors ### What is RUCO Colors? RUCO Colors is an application that allows users to recolor objects within their photos using a wide range of paint colors. It helps visualize design concepts and present color choices to clients. ### How do I use RUCO Colors? The process involves taking a photo, selecting a color from the available palettes (RUCO, RAL, or NCS), and then applying that color to the desired object in the photo. ### What color palettes are available in RUCO Colors? The app includes RUCO 720, RUCO Swiss-Collection, and RUCOTREND Facade collections. Users can also optionally expand their palette with RAL CLASSIC or NCS Index colors. ### Can I save my color selections? Yes, you can save your color selections by project name. This allows for easy organization and retrieval of different design concepts. ### Does RUCO Colors work with colorimeters? Yes, RUCO Colors is compatible with COLORCATCH NANO and NANO 2 colorimeters, which can measure colors with high accuracy and transmit them to the app. ### What devices is RUCO Colors compatible with? RUCO Colors is available for iPhone and iPad devices. ### Are the colors shown in the app accurate? Due to technical limitations, colors seen in the app may not accurately reflect actual paint colors. It is recommended to refer to physical color cards for confirmation. ### How often is RUCO Colors updated? The latest version is 4.5.1, and it was last updated on July 2, 2025, indicating regular updates to the application. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.5.1 — 2025-07-02 A redesigned user interface for an enhanced experience. ### 3.53 — 2023-10-16 Corrections de bugs et améliorations des performances. ### 3.52 — 2023-10-13 Corrections de bugs et améliorations des performances. ### 3.51 — 2023-10-11 Corrections de bugs et améliorations des performances. ### 3.22 — 2023-03-24 Cette mise à jour permet de connecter notre nouvel appareil le COLORCATCH NANO 2. DÉCOUVREZ LE COLORIMÈTRE LE PLUS PRÉCIS AU MONDE SUR LES SURFACES LISSES ET TEXTURÉES Corrections de bugs et améliorations des performances. ## More apps by Colorix SA - [Colorix.com Pro](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/colorixcom-pro/id372237426) - [RAL iColours](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ral-icolours/id424015306) - [Sto-Colorix](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/sto-colorix/id440496442) - [CAL Select](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/cal-select/id464801087) - [Select 3M](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/select-3m/id503712231) All apps by Colorix SA: https://appshunter.io/developer/372237429 --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). User reviews are verbatim App Store reviews. Ratings, prices and chart positions refresh continuously; this snapshot is from 2026-08-26.*