Best Color Palette Identifier Apps

247+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.4 avg rating
19 free apps
Updated August 2026

Out of 247+ color palette identifier apps on iOS, 19 are free and the rest sit in the paid tier. This page sorts them so you can compare both sides before you commit.

Compare top Color Palette Identifier Apps (August 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Color ID: Identify ColorsColor ID: Identify ColorsFree4.3★ (11)NoNoJul 2026
2Color Identifier Palettes ToolColor Identifier Palettes ToolFreeNoMay 2026
3Color Name Identifier & FinderColor Name Identifier & FinderFree4.8★ (98)NoYesJul 2026
4Color Identifier & Paint MatchColor Identifier & Paint MatchFree5.0★ (3)YesYesAug 2026
5Drop - A Color Palette PickerDrop - A Color Palette PickerFree4.2★ (82)YesYesJul 2026
6Color Identifier - Paint matchColor Identifier - Paint matchFree4.1★ (10)NoYesAug 2026
7Color Identifier: Palette ToolColor Identifier: Palette ToolFreeNoYesJul 2026
8Color Name ARColor Name ARFree4.4★ (8.2K)NoYesAug 2026

Top Picks for Color Palette Identifier

Color ID: Identify Colors#1

Color ID: Identify Colors by Anthony Gress

Identify Colors Easily
Editor's Choice
🔧 Utilities
4.3(11 ratings)
Free
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Instantly identify colors from your camera or photo library. Get detailed color values like RGB, Hex, HSL, and CMYK. Explore a vast database of over 1600 colors for artistic and design inspiration.

Color Name Identifier & Finder#3

Color Name Identifier & Finder by Samira Sadeghi

Color Picker, Mixer, Scanner
Worth Considering
🛠️ Developer Tools
4.8(98 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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This app helps designers and developers discover, create, and convert colors. It features AR color detection, a personal color library, and the ability to extract dominant colors from images. Seamlessly integrate colors into your projects with versatile format conversions and easy sharing options.

More Color Palette Identifier apps to explore

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Color Identifier & Paint Match
Color Identifier & Paint Match
Color Identifier & Paint Match
Color Picker Palette Generator
Free

Instantly identify colors from your camera or photos, providing detailed information like HEX, RGB, and CMYK values. Create and save custom color palettes, and find matching paint shades for your projects.

Real-time color detection via cameraExtract colors from photosDetailed color information (HEX, RGB, CMYK, HSL)
🔧 Utilities
(3)
free with in-app purchases
5
Drop - A Color Palette Picker
Drop - A Color Palette Picker
Drop - A Color Palette Picker
Droplet Swatch Code Identifier
Free

Extract color palettes from any image and create custom color schemes. Detect individual colors, view their values (RGB, HSV, CMYK), and export them in various formats. Perfect for designers and art enthusiasts looking to explore and combine colors.

Extract color palettes from imagesImport photos via action extensionCopy HEX color values
📊 Productivity
(82)
free with in-app purchases
6
Color Identifier - Paint match
Color Identifier - Paint match
Color Identifier - Paint match
Color Picker Palette Generator
Free

Instantly identify colors from your camera or photos, get detailed color information, and create custom palettes. This tool supports colorblind users and offers easy conversion between color formats.

Real-time camera color detectionPhoto color pickerHEX, RGB, CMYK values
🎨 Graphics & Design
(10)
free with in-app purchases
7
Color Identifier: Palette Tool
Color Identifier: Palette Tool
Color Identifier: Palette Tool
Picker, Eyedropper, HEX RGB
Free
🎨 Graphics & Design
(0)
8
Color Name AR
Color Name AR
Color Name AR
Picker, Finder & Identifier
Free

Identify and discover colors with this app. It helps you choose paints, wallpaper, and decorative items by providing a vast database of color names and their visual representations. Perfect for designers, decorators, or anyone curious about color.

Pantone color scheme assistantMassive base of color namesSearch and view color database
🔧 Utilities
(8.2K)
free with in-app purchases
9
LUM: Color Picker & Palette
LUM: Color Picker & Palette
LUM: Color Picker & Palette
Colourtone, Paint, Palette pro
Free

Instantly identify colors from photos or your camera, then generate beautiful palettes. Get detailed color information like HEX and RGB codes, and save your favorite combinations for design inspiration.

Identify colors from photosScan colors in real-time with cameraExtract palettes from images
🎨 Graphics & Design
(1)
free with in-app purchases
10
Color Identifier: Color Picker
Color Identifier: Color Picker
Color Identifier: Color Picker
Color Detector & Name Finder
Free

Identify the exact color of any pixel in an image. Upload photos, zoom in, and get color details in RGB, CMYK, and HEX formats, along with color names. Save your detected colors for later access.

Pixel color detectionRGB, CMYK, HEX valuesColor name identification
🎨 Graphics & Design
(1.9K)
free with in-app purchases
11
Color Identifier & Analysis
Color Identifier & Analysis
Color Identifier & Analysis
Scanner & Finder Palette
Free

Easily identify colors from photos or your surroundings, providing detailed profiles, harmonious pairings, and a personal library for saving and organizing your favorite shades. Perfect for designers, artists, and anyone interested in color analysis.

Instant color detectionDetailed color profilesHarmonious color pairings
🔧 Utilities
(1)
subscription
12
Cone Color Picker & Identifier
Cone Color Picker & Identifier
Cone Color Picker & Identifier
Pantone Hex RGB CMYK HSL OKLCH
Free

This app is a premium color identification and exploration tool for designers. It offers precise Pantone matching, real-time color analysis, and various color code formats. Users can save, organize, and export color palettes, enhancing their design workflow.

Pantone color matchingReal-time color identificationMultiple color code formats (Hex, RGB, CMYK, HSL, etc.)
🎨 Graphics & Design
(193)
subscription
13
Color Identifier
Color Identifier
Color Identifier
Color Picker Image & Camera
Free

This app acts as a powerful color detection instrument, capturing live hues with your camera and extracting color details from images. It provides comprehensive color information in various formats and allows for the creation of custom color palettes.

Live camera color pickerImage and paint color identificationMultiple color formats (HEX, RGB, HSL, etc.)
🎨 Graphics & Design
(180)
subscription
14
Color Companion - Analyzer & Converter
Color Companion - Analyzer & Converter
Color Companion - Analyzer & Converter
by Digital Media Interactive LLC
$1.99

This app helps designers and creators analyze, convert, and generate color palettes from various sources. It offers tools to extract color information, create custom palettes, and explore color variations for projects.

Analyze colors from images, websites, and color chartsConvert color values (HEX, RGB, Lab, HSB, CMYK)Auto-create palettes from images and websites
📊 Productivity
(6)
free
15
Paint Match: Color Identifier
Paint Match: Color Identifier
Paint Match: Color Identifier
Scan & Identify Any Color Fast
Free

Instantly identify paint colors from your surroundings or photos. Get exact shade matches from major brands, along with color codes and harmony suggestions. Organize your color ideas and save favorites for design projects.

Live camera color matchingMatch colors from photosInstant paint shade identification
🎨 Graphics & Design
(4)
free with in-app purchases
16
Color Palette Analysis
Color Palette Analysis
Color Palette Analysis
Colour Identifier & Picker
Free

Identify, capture, and analyze colors from your surroundings or digital images. Generate stunning color palettes and explore color theory with this comprehensive tool for designers, artists, and creatives.

Real-time color identificationColor palette generation from imagesColor code display (HEX, RGB)
🎨 Graphics & Design
(11)
freemium
17
Color Identifier・Match Scanner
Color Identifier・Match Scanner
Color Identifier・Match Scanner
Detector・Finder・Picker・Reader
Free

Instantly identify colors from your camera or images, providing precise names, Hex, and RGB values. Save and share your discoveries effortlessly. Ideal for creative professionals and color enthusiasts.

Real-time color detection via cameraMultiple color identification from imagesAccurate color names, Hex, and RGB values
🎨 Graphics & Design
(60)
free with in-app purchases
18
Color Identifier: Paint Match
Color Identifier: Paint Match
Color Identifier: Paint Match
Find Paint Color Names
Free

Instantly identify colors using your camera or imported photos. Find exact paint matches from major brands and extract precise color codes for digital and print projects. Organize your discoveries into custom palettes.

Real-time camera color identificationImport photos for color palette extractionExact paint color matching
🎨 Graphics & Design
(152)
free with in-app purchases
19
SwatchMe - Color Identifier
SwatchMe - Color Identifier
SwatchMe - Color Identifier
Color Palette Generator
Free

Capture colors from your surroundings using your phone's camera to generate custom color palettes. Refine your selections, organize them into collections, and share them with others or export them for use in design software.

Capture colors instantly from photosRefine palettes with hue, saturation, and value slidersOrganize palettes into custom collections
🎨 Graphics & Design
(7)
free with in-app purchases
20
Simple Color Palette
Simple Color Palette
Simple Color Palette
Create and view color palettes
Free

Create, view, and edit color palettes in a specific file format. Supports importing popular swatch formats and provides previews for your color collections. Ideal for maintaining brand consistency and sharing color schemes.

Create and edit color palettesView color palettes (.color-palette)Import .ase and .clr files
🎨 Graphics & Design
(3)
free

FAQ about Color Palette Identifier

What are the best color palette identifier apps for iPhone?
Color ID: Identify Colors tops our color palette identifier apps ranking as of August 2026, with a 4.3-star average from 11 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 19 of the top color palette identifier apps we rank are free to download, including Color ID: Identify Colors and Color Identifier Palettes Tool.
Color ID: Identify Colors has no ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of August 2026.
We track 247+ color palette identifier apps on the iOS App Store as of August 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Color ID is a utility app that allows you to identify colors from your smartphone's camera or existing photos. It provides detailed color values such as RGB, Hex, HSL, and CMYK.
Color ID is beneficial for artists seeking inspiration, designers crafting projects, individuals with color blindness, and anyone interested in exploring the hues around them.