Color Identifier

Paint Colour Matching Scanner App

Your iPhone camera is the scanner — match any paint colour on the spot, no gadget required.

Download on the App Store

A paint colour matching scanner — without the scanner

Dedicated colour-matching scanners are pricey and easy to leave at home. Color Identifier is a paint colour matching scanner app that does the same job with the camera already in your pocket — scan any surface and get codes to match the paint.

How the scan works

  1. Open Color Identifier and choose Live Camera.
  2. Hold the camera over the surface you want to scan.
  3. Read the live colour and its Hex, RGB, CMYK and Pantone values.

Scan anywhere

Because the scanner is your phone, you can capture a colour at home, in the shop, or on a job site — then save it to a palette for later.

Codes ready for the store

Every scan gives store-ready values that work across paint brands, so you can find the closest match wherever you shop.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a separate colour scanner device?

No. Color Identifier uses your iPhone's camera as the scanner, so there's no extra hardware to buy or carry.

How does a paint scanner app work?

Point the camera at a surface and it scans the colour in real time, returning Hex, RGB, CMYK and Pantone codes you can match to paint.

How accurate is the scan?

Accuracy depends on lighting. Scan in bright, even light and take a couple of readings for the most reliable result.

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