Best Color Temperature Light Apps

248+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

3.8 avg rating

17 free apps

Updated October 2026

Out of 248+ color temperature light apps on iOS, 17 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 Temperature Light Apps (October 2026)

#	App	Price	Rating	Ads	In-App Purchases	Updated
1	Color Temperature Meter+	Free	4.2★ (5)	Yes	No	Sep 2026
2	Light Thermometer	Free	—	No	No	May 2026
3	Color Temperature Comparison	$2.99	—	No	No	Sep 2026
4	Color Flashlight - ScreenFlash	Free	1.8★ (4)	No	Yes	Sep 2026
5	White Balance Kelvin Meter CCT	Free	4.7★ (523)	No	Yes	Oct 2026
6	LightSpectrum Pro	$1.99	4.1★ (39)	No	No	Jul 2026
7	Screen Color - Kelvin Meter	Free	—	No	No	May 2026
8	LightTemp – Color Meter	$5.99	—	No	No	Sep 2026

Top Picks for Color Temperature Light

#1

Color Temperature Meter+ by Kyu-Hee Jang

Kelvin & Tint · White Balance

Editor's Choice

📷 Photo & Video

4.2(5 ratings)

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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.

#2

Light Thermometer by Clark Barrett

Detect Light Color Temperature

Strong Contender

🎨 Graphics & Design

0.0(0 ratings)

Free

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#3

Color Temperature Comparison by Heng Jia Liang

Range of Color Temperature

Worth Considering

0.0(0 ratings)

$2.99

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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.

More Color Temperature Light apps to explore

Color Flashlight - ScreenFlash

Color Flashlight - ScreenFlash

Color Flashlight - ScreenFlash

Color Lights For Your Screen

Transform your device into a versatile, studio-grade color lamp. Create custom lighting effects, from mood lighting to safety beacons, all while preserving battery life and minimizing heat. Offers a wide range of colors and dynamic effects for various uses.

Screen-based RGB color illuminationFull spectrum color controlAdjustable brightness and color temperature

free with in-app purchases

White Balance Kelvin Meter CCT

White Balance Kelvin Meter CCT

White Balance Kelvin Meter CCT

Color Temperature Measurement

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.

Real-time Kelvin measurementsWhite balance recommendationsFlash filter suggestions

📷 Photo & Video

free with in-app purchases

LightSpectrum Pro

LightSpectrum Pro

LightSpectrum Pro

by Antonio Mauriello

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

Screen Color - Kelvin Meter

Screen Color - Kelvin Meter

Screen Color - Kelvin Meter

Real-time Color Temp Meter

LightTemp – Color Meter

LightTemp – Color Meter

LightTemp – Color Meter

Color temperature & scopes

📷 Photo & Video

Temperature Converter .

Temperature Converter .

Temperature Converter .

Celsius to Fahrenheit C to F

Easily convert temperatures between Celsius and Fahrenheit with instant results. The app visually indicates the temperature using background color and offers adjustable precision. Home screen widgets provide quick access to conversions without any advertisements.

Instant Celsius to Fahrenheit conversionVisual temperature indicator via background colorAdjustable conversion precision

free with in-app purchases

kelvin light scale

kelvin light scale

kelvin light scale

Light Meter, Lux & Color Temp

Kelvin: Color Temp Meter

Kelvin: Color Temp Meter

Kelvin: Color Temp Meter

CCT & Gel Calculator for Film

📷 Photo & Video

Field Lens Light Camera Kit

DOF Color Temperature Exposure

📷 Photo & Video

Light Meter LM-3000

Light Meter LM-3000

Light Meter LM-3000

Simple & accurate measurement!

Transform your smartphone into a professional light meter. Measure illuminance and color temperature with scientifically validated accuracy, trusted by professionals. Requires a simple diffuser for precise readings.

Measure illuminance (lux/foot-candle)Measure color temperature (Kelvin)Industry-leading accuracy

free with in-app purchases

Colorful Flashlight

Transform your device into a versatile light source with customizable features. Enjoy a dynamic party mode that syncs with music, adjustable screen colors for various moods and tasks, and an SOS signal for emergencies. Offers both free and premium functionalities.

Adjustable LED brightness and beam widthMusic-synced strobe party modeCustomizable screen colors

📊 Productivity

free with in-app purchases

Lux Tint & Light Meter - PPFD

Lux Tint & Light Meter - PPFD

Lux Tint & Light Meter - PPFD

Pocket Lightmeter in Kelvin

This app provides precise, real-time light measurements for photography, filmmaking, and design. It offers color temperature analysis, lux and foot-candle readings, and DLI calculations. Optimize your lighting setup with smart shooting recommendations and full manual control.

Real-time color temperature analysisMeasure in lux & foot-candlesDaily Light Integral (DLI) calculation

free with in-app purchases

Scan a color and find products

Easily scan and identify colors from your surroundings. Find matching paints and materials, organize your color discoveries into palettes, and share them with others. Streamline your color selection process for design, DIY, or professional projects.

Scan and identify colors instantlyMatch colors to paint and material librariesOrganize colors into custom palettes

Lux Light Meter Pro for Photo

Lux Light Meter Pro for Photo

Lux Light Meter Pro for Photo

Luminosity & Exposure Value EV

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

COLOR LIGHT - Smart Life

COLOR LIGHT - Smart Life

COLOR LIGHT - Smart Life

Control your RGBW LED lights with this Bluetooth app. Adjust color, brightness, and temperature. Features include music and microphone synchronization, built-in modes, and DIY options for personalized lighting.

RGBW lighting controlColor, brightness, and temperature adjustmentMusic synchronization

PAL Color Touch

PAL Color Touch

PAL Color Touch

by PAL Lighting

Control your PAL™ Light wirelessly with fingertip touches. This app uses RF and Wi-Fi to change colors and modes on your light, and can integrate with home automation systems.

Wireless color transferFingertip touch controlRF and Wi-Fi connectivity

Lumu Light Meter

Lumu Light Meter

Lumu Light Meter

Pro color and flash meter

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

free with in-app purchases

FAQ about Color Temperature Light

What are the best color temperature light apps for iPhone?

Color Temperature Meter+ tops our color temperature light apps ranking as of October 2026, with a 4.2-star average from 5 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.

Are there free color temperature light apps for iPhone?

Yes — 17 of the top color temperature light apps we rank are free to download, including Color Temperature Meter+ and Light Thermometer.

Does Color Temperature Meter+ have ads or in-app purchases?

Color Temperature Meter+ shows ads and has no in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of October 2026.

How many color temperature light apps are on the App Store?

We track 248+ color temperature light apps on the iOS App Store as of October 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.