Best Shade Analyzer Apps

217+ iOS apps curated and reviewed

4.2 avg rating
18 free apps
Updated June 2026

Shadowmap is the household name in shade analyzer, but it's far from the only option. We track 217+ alternatives and competitors on iOS — many free, many higher-rated than you'd expect.

Compare top Shade Analyzer Apps (June 2026)

#AppPriceRatingAdsIn-App PurchasesUpdated
1Shadowmap: Sunlight & ShadeShadowmap: Sunlight & ShadeFree3.4★ (5)NoYesJul 2026
2Color Identifier: Color PickerColor Identifier: Color PickerFree4.6★ (1.7K)YesYesJul 2026
3The Shade Store V2The Shade Store V2FreeNoNoJul 2026
4Lumi - Shade MatcherLumi - Shade MatcherFreeNoNoMay 2026
5Polarr: Photo Filters & EditorPolarr: Photo Filters & EditorFree4.7★ (67K)YesYesJul 2026
6Glowy Tanning - Get Tan FastGlowy Tanning - Get Tan FastFree4.7★ (3K)NoYesJul 2026
7Color Analyzer - Color LookupColor Analyzer - Color LookupFree4.1★ (14)YesNoJun 2026
8Value Study: art referenceValue Study: art referenceFree4.8★ (3.2K)NoYesJul 2026

Top Picks for Shade Analyzer

Color Identifier: Color Picker#2

Color Identifier: Color Picker by Irina Metelkina

Color Detector & Name Finder
Strong Contender
🎨 Graphics & Design
4.6😞(1.7K ratings)
FreeAdsIn-App Purchases
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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.

What We Love

  • 👍 Works well for colorblindness
  • 👍 Helpful for identifying colors
  • 👍 Accurate color matching
  • 👍 Useful for art and labeling

Room to Improve

  • 🤬 Excessive ads and paywalls
  • 🐛 Inaccurate color identification
  • 🤬 Subscription model too expensive
The Shade Store V2#3

The Shade Store V2 by The Shade Store, LLC.

Worth Considering
🌟 Lifestyle
0.0😞(0 ratings)
Free
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Control your motorized shades, blinds, and drapery remotely. Set custom positions, schedule timers for natural light, and group treatments by room or individually. Requires a wireless link accessory.

What We Love

  • ✅ Shades themselves are high quality and beautiful
  • 🏠 HomeKit integration works well (when functional)
  • 🎯 Easy to set up scenes and timers (once connected)
  • 🔊 Voice control with Alexa/Google Home works

Room to Improve

  • 🐛 App frequently deletes all devices and settings
  • 🔌 Hub connectivity is extremely unreliable
  • 📡 Poor WiFi range, requires hub in each room

More Shade Analyzer apps to explore

4
Lumi - Shade Matcher
Lumi - Shade Matcher
Lumi - Shade Matcher
by Adithya Firmansyah Putra
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
5
Polarr: Photo Filters & Editor
Polarr: Photo Filters & Editor
Polarr: Photo Filters & Editor
Endless aesthetics and effects
Free

Enhance your photos with advanced AI tools and a vast library of user-created filters. Edit faces, skies, and backgrounds with precision, or apply global adjustments for a polished look. Discover, create, and share unique aesthetic styles.

AI-enabled retouching toolsSelective AI object editingAdvanced masking options
📷 Photo & Video
(67K)
free with in-app purchases
6
Glowy Tanning - Get Tan Fast
Glowy Tanning - Get Tan Fast
Glowy Tanning - Get Tan Fast
Tan Tracker, SPF,Tanning & UV
Free

This app helps you achieve a desired tan safely and effectively. It provides real-time UV index information, personalized sun exposure guidance, and allows you to track your tan's progress over time with skin tone analysis and photo comparisons. Receive burn risk alerts and custom SPF recommendations to tan smarter.

Real-time UV index monitoringCustom sun exposure guidanceSkin tone analysis and tracking
☀️ Weather
(3K)
free with in-app purchases
7
Color Analyzer - Color Lookup
Color Analyzer - Color Lookup
Color Analyzer - Color Lookup
Identify any color instantly.
Free

Identify any color instantly by pointing your camera or analyzing images. Get precise color values in multiple formats and traditional color names. Automatically analyze color palettes from photos and organize your findings.

Real-time RGB/HSL display12 color space formatsAutomatic color palette analysis
🔧 Utilities
(14)
ad-supported
8
Value Study: art reference
Value Study: art reference
Value Study: art reference
Analyze light and shadow
Free

This app helps artists improve their skills by analyzing light and shadow in reference images. It allows users to break down tones step-by-step, from simple black and white to more complex value ranges, aiding in the understanding of depth and form. It's a tool to enhance traditional art studies.

Step-by-step tone breakdownHighlighting areas of same valueFocus on light, shadow, and form
🎨 Graphics & Design
(3.2K)
free with in-app purchases
9
AUDIIO - RTA Analyzer
AUDIIO - RTA Analyzer
AUDIIO - RTA Analyzer
Spectrogram, RTA, dB Analyzer
Free

Visualize audio in real-time with various data graphs like RTA Bar, FFT, and Spectrogram. Offers full octave and 1/3 octave analysis with linear or logarithmic scales. Displays peak and current dB data in a sleek, functional interface.

Real-time audio analysisRTA Bar / Line GraphFFT and Spectrogram visualization
🎵 Music
(84)
free with in-app purchases
10
Photon - Shade Analysis in Seconds
Photon - Shade Analysis in Seconds
Photon - Shade Analysis in Seconds
by Canzhi Ye
Free

This tool transforms your mobile device into a professional shade analysis instrument for solar site assessments. It generates industry-standard CSV files compatible with popular solar design software, streamlining the evaluation process.

Onsite shade analysisIndustry-grade toolCSV file generation
📊 Productivity
(3)
free
11
Audio / Spectrum Analyzer
Audio / Spectrum Analyzer
Audio / Spectrum Analyzer
RTA (FFT / Octave Analysis)
Free
$10.99 | 100% OFF

This application analyzes audio input from your microphone, displaying both the waveform and amplitude spectrum in real-time. It offers extensive customization for display, calculation, and signal generation.

Simultaneous waveform and spectrum displayConfigurable display layoutsSelectable FFT size and averaging
🎵 Music
(129)
free with in-app purchases
12
美女化妆室 - 画妆工具 · 电子化妆模板软件
美女化妆室 - 画妆工具 · 电子化妆模板软件
美女化妆室 - 画妆工具 · 电子化妆模板软件
成为高级化妆师: 使用美妆为少女创造美丽的妆容
Free

This app allows users to practice and visualize makeup looks on diverse digital face charts. Explore a vast collection of colors and textures to create natural or glamorous styles, and even pick outfits to complete the look. Perfect for aspiring and professional makeup artists, or anyone wanting to experiment with virtual beauty.

Diverse face chart templatesExtensive makeup color palettesVariety of makeup textures
🎨 Graphics & Design
(2.8K)
free with in-app purchases
13
Analyzer
Analyzer
Analyzer
by DSP Mobile
$14.99

This app combines a sound pressure level meter with a multi-band frequency analyzer. It's designed for audio professionals and enthusiasts to evaluate acoustic environments, test equipment, and analyze sound in various settings. Offers advanced features and calibration options for accurate measurements.

SPL meter with A, B, C, Z weightingRealtime audio analyzer (RTA)Selectable bandwidth up to 1/1200 octave
🎵 Music
(11)
free with in-app purchases
14
ShadeMatch
ShadeMatch
ShadeMatch
Foundation Shade Finder AI
Free
🌟 Lifestyle
(0)
15
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
16
FaceKit - 3D Face Analysis
FaceKit - 3D Face Analysis
FaceKit - 3D Face Analysis
Advanced 3D Face Analysis
Free

This app offers advanced 3D facial scanning and scientific analysis to reveal your facial structure, proportions, and symmetry. It provides objective, data-driven insights into your facial geometry, helping you understand your face beyond surface-level photos.

High-precision 3D face scanningScientific facial analysisFacial structure and proportion breakdown
🔧 Utilities
(232)
free with in-app purchases
17
Shaders Texture Packs for MCPE
Shaders Texture Packs for MCPE
Shaders Texture Packs for MCPE
All-in-one Shader Texture Pack
Free

Discover over 1000 shader and texture packs to enhance your Minecraft Pocket Edition experience. Easily import them into your game for realistic visuals and custom block creation. Compatible with most devices and the latest MCPE versions.

Over 1000 shaders and texture packsAutomatic game importCustomizable texture maker
📊 Productivity
(1K)
free with in-app purchases
18
Sunscape AR
Sunscape AR
Sunscape AR
Instant, Accurate Sun Schedule
Free

Instantly determine the precise amount of sunlight any location receives throughout the year. This app uses machine learning to analyze obstructions like buildings and trees, providing accurate sun schedules without guesswork. Ideal for planning gardening, landscaping, or solar installations.

Instant sunlight calculationMachine learning analysisObstruction mapping (trees, buildings)
☀️ Weather
(0)
free with in-app purchases
19
Light Spectrometer Wavelength
Light Spectrometer Wavelength
Light Spectrometer Wavelength
Spectrum Analyzer Spectroscope
Free

This application analyzes light to determine its dominant wavelength in nanometers, frequency in terahertz, and period length in femtoseconds. It provides real-time measurements and allows users to save their findings with notes. The app is designed for measuring colored light sources.

Measures dominant wavelength (nm)Measures frequency (THz)Measures period length (fs)
🔧 Utilities
(88)
free with in-app purchases
20
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

FAQ about Shade Analyzer

What are the best shade analyzer apps for iPhone?
Shadowmap: Sunlight & Shade tops our shade analyzer apps ranking as of June 2026, with a 3.4-star average from 5 App Store ratings, and it's free to download.
Yes — 18 of the top shade analyzer apps we rank are free to download, including Shadowmap: Sunlight & Shade and Color Identifier: Color Picker.
Shadowmap: Sunlight & Shade has no ads and offers in-app purchases, according to its App Store listing as of June 2026.
We track 217+ shade analyzer apps on the iOS App Store as of June 2026, ranked by rating, recency, and analysis of real user reviews.
Shadowmap provides accurate sun and shadow analysis for any location globally. It helps users simulate sunlight, optimize solar energy systems, assess properties for sunlight exposure, and plan outdoor activities or shoots by visualizing light and shade conditions.
Key features include accurate sun and shadow simulation, solar energy optimization tools, and applications for real estate, architecture, and photography. Users can also edit the 3D world, place objects, and export solar data to CSV files for further analysis.

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