Best Color Temperature Apps

225+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.3 avg rating
17 free apps
Updated July 2026

With an average user rating of 4.3★, the color temperature category is one of the App Store's strongest. Browse all 225+ apps we track, sorted so the most loved ones surface first.

Top Picks for Color Temperature

White Balance Kelvin Meter#1

White Balance Kelvin Meter by Contechity AB

Color Temperature Measurement
Editor's Choice
📷 Photo & Video
4.7😊(496 ratings)
FreeIn-App Purchases
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Accurately measure color temperature in Kelvin to achieve realistic and professional-looking photos. Get white balance and flash filter recommendations, and save measurements with notes. Ideal for photographers and lighting professionals.

What We Love

  • 🔍 Accurate color temperature measurement
  • 📊 Helpful for setting white balance
  • 🎨 Useful for lighting design and evaluation
  • ⚙️ Easy and intuitive to use

Room to Improve

  • 💰 Subscription model is frustrating
  • 🔒 Limited functionality without subscription
  • 📱 Inconsistent accuracy across devices
Color Temperature Meter+#2

Color Temperature Meter+ by Kyu-Hee Jang

Kelvin White Balance Camera
Strong Contender
🔧 Utilities
3.7(3 ratings)
FreeAds
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Measure light color temperature in Kelvin using your iPhone camera. Get real-time readings, identify light types, and receive white balance suggestions for photography and videography. Save and compare past measurements.

White Balance Meter AI - KEV#3

White Balance Meter AI - KEV by Satnam Singh

Color Temperature Kelvin Meter
Worth Considering
📷 Photo & Video
4.5(246 ratings)
$2.99
#55in Photo & Video
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This app transforms your device into a professional light meter, using AI to analyze live camera previews and provide accurate color temperature readings in Kelvin. It helps photographers and videographers achieve perfect white balance without expensive equipment.

More Color Temperature apps to explore

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Lux Light Meter Pro for Photo
Lux Light Meter Pro for Photo
Lux Light Meter Pro for Photo
LightMeter & Exposure Value EV
Free

This app provides precise light measurements in lux and foot candles, along with real-time color temperature readings. It offers shooting value recommendations and allows manual adjustment of camera settings for photographers, plant enthusiasts, and workspace optimization.

Real-time color temperature measurementLux and foot candles light measurementsAverage and max light values
🔧 Utilities
(440)
subscription
5
Lux Light Meter & Photometer
Lux Light Meter & Photometer
Lux Light Meter & Photometer
Lightmeter for Photo & Plant
Free

Measure light intensity and color temperature for photography, plant care, and workspace optimization. Offers real-time readings, shooting recommendations, and manual control for precise lighting adjustments.

Real-time color temperature readingsLux and Foot Candle measurementsAverage and Max light values
🔧 Utilities
(189)
free with in-app purchases
6
Photo Light & Exposure Meter
Photo Light & Exposure Meter
Photo Light & Exposure Meter
Measure Shutter Speed, Lux, EV
Free

This app acts as a portable light meter for photographers. It helps you understand correct photography settings and experiment with shutter speed, aperture, and ISO in real time. Save snapshots with parameters and geolocation, and measure color temperature.

Real-time shooting value selectionAdjustable shutter speed, aperture, ISOPreliminary picture settings preview
🔧 Utilities
(3.2K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Colorimeter App
Colorimeter App
Colorimeter App
Detailed color information
Free

Capture and analyze colors from your camera or photos. Get detailed information, convert between various color formats, and access extensive color lists. Includes tools for color mixing, difference calculation, and even color blindness tests.

Pick color from cameraPick color from photosColor conversion
🔧 Utilities
(137)
free with in-app purchases
8
Spectro by Variable
Spectro by Variable
Spectro by Variable
Precise Color Measurement
Free

This app enables color professionals to precisely measure, match, and communicate color data using connected devices. Access extensive color libraries and analyze spectral curves for accurate results anytime, anywhere.

Scan, match, and compare colorsView spectral curves and LAB valuesAccess extensive brand color libraries
📊 Productivity
(118)
free with in-app purchases
9
LightSpectrum Pro
LightSpectrum Pro
LightSpectrum Pro
by Antonio Mauriello
$1.99

Measure light source color temperature and spectrum accurately without expensive equipment. View the color spectrum from 360nm to 800nm, and analyze the white point on the CIE 1931 diagram. Overlay filtered wavelengths on camera images to see frequency reflections and intensity.

Color temperature measurementColor spectrum analysis (360nm-800nm)CIE 1931 white point display
🔧 Utilities
(39)
free
10
Color Temperature Comparison
Color Temperature Comparison
Color Temperature Comparison
Range of Color Temperature
$2.99

This tool allows users to compare different color temperatures on the fly. Input Kelvin values to see corresponding RGB and HEX color codes, along with the color source. It's useful for understanding light bulb types and their applications in various fields.

Compare color temperatures in real-timeInput Kelvin valuesView RGB and HEX color codes
🔧 Utilities
(3)
paid
11
GoodSleep - color temperature
GoodSleep - color temperature
GoodSleep - color temperature
Sleep solution
Free

This app helps improve sleep quality by analyzing ambient light color temperature and suggesting adjustments. It aims to reduce melatonin inhibition before bedtime by recommending warmer light sources for deeper sleep and a more refreshed awakening.

Ambient light detectionColor temperature analysisPhotographic records of light
🌟 Lifestyle
(3)
ad-supported
12
Lumu Light Meter
Lumu Light Meter
Lumu Light Meter
Pro color and flash meter
Free

This app functions as a standalone reflective light meter or pairs with hardware for professional flash and color temperature measurements. It offers various modes for photography and videography, storing measurements with notes and location.

Standalone reflective light meterFlash and color temperature meteringPhoto and cine/video modes
📷 Photo & Video
(99)
free with in-app purchases
13
Colorimeter Camera Color Meter
Colorimeter Camera Color Meter
Colorimeter Camera Color Meter
Grab detector RAL Munsell LRV
Free

This app transforms your phone into a real-time color measurement tool. It accurately identifies and compares colors from your camera or images, supporting numerous color spaces and standards. Save, export, and customize your color data with ease.

Real-time camera color measurementWhite reference for increased accuracyMeasure colors from images
🔧 Utilities
(48)
free with in-app purchases
14
Light Meter: Lux-525 Pro
Light Meter: Lux-525 Pro
Light Meter: Lux-525 Pro
Measure light intensity & cct
Free

This app functions as a precise and user-friendly light meter using your phone's built-in sensors. It measures illuminance, color temperature, PPFD/PAR, DLI, and luminous flux in real-time. It also includes a calculator for various illumination parameters and allows sharing or saving of measurements.

Real-time illuminance measurementColor temperature measurementPPFD/PAR and DLI calculation
🔧 Utilities
(113)
free with in-app purchases
15
Lux Light Meter Pro
Lux Light Meter Pro
Lux Light Meter Pro
Measure Luminosity in Lux & FC
Free

Measure light intensity in lux and foot candles with this 2-in-1 meter. Optimize photography settings, adjust indoor lighting, or prevent eye strain with professional-quality readings directly from your smartphone.

Real-time lux and foot candle measurementsReal-time color temperature measurementsReal-time histogram plotting
🔧 Utilities
(5K)
free with in-app purchases
16
Coolors
Coolors
Coolors
Create & browse color palettes
Free

Generate and discover color schemes quickly. Organize them into projects, export them in various formats, or pick colors from your photos. Explore thousands of pre-made palettes for inspiration.

Fast color scheme generatorOrganize palettes in projectsExport as image or PDF
🎨 Graphics & Design
(9.8K)
free with in-app purchases
17
Temperatures App
Temperatures App
Temperatures App
Current Temperature Anywhere
Free

Displays real-time outdoor temperatures from nearby weather stations. Customize by adding locations via coordinates or name, or use your current position. The app's background color dynamically reflects the current temperature.

Real-time temperature displayLocation search by name or coordinatesCurrent location detection
☀️ Weather
(9)
free
18
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
(8.1K)
free with in-app purchases
19
Dehancer Color Test
Dehancer Color Test
Dehancer Color Test
How many colors can you see?
Free

This experimental tool assesses your ability to perceive colors under various display conditions. It provides two key metrics: the number of colors you can distinguish and how effectively your current perception matches your theoretical potential. Regular use may help improve your visual perception of color nuances.

Color perception assessmentMeasures perceived colorsEvaluates perceptual effectiveness
📷 Photo & Video
(85)
free
20
Kelvy - White Balance Meter
Kelvy - White Balance Meter
Kelvy - White Balance Meter
Color Temperature Light Meter
Free

This app transforms your iPhone into a professional tool for measuring light color temperature. It provides real-time Kelvin readings, tint values, and precise white balance settings for your camera, aiding photographers and filmmakers in achieving accurate color. It also offers gel filter recommendations and a history of readings.

Live Kelvin readout with real-time graphRecommended camera white balance settingsCTO/CTB gel filter recommendations
📷 Photo & Video
(4)
freemium

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