Hive Dweller Purple: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Speedpaint Set. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #3E2561
finish translucent
type speedpaint
family Purple
Updated 17 July 2026
Closest equivalents in other brands
ΔE2000 color distance:0-2 nearly identical2-5 close match6-10 noticeable difference10+ different color
Screen preview: paint swatches on screen are approximate: finish, lighting, night-mode filters and display calibration all change what you see. Use them to compare relative differences, then confirm with the physical paint when finish and final appearance matter.
Citadel
Leviathan Purple
ΔE 3.5 · close match
Vallejo
Vampiric Purple
ΔE 4.9 · close match
Scale75
Inktense Violet
ΔE 8.9 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Clear Blue
ΔE 10.2 · different color
Two Thin Coats
Magi Purple Wash
ΔE 10.6 · different color
Pro Acryl
Black Wash
ΔE 25.3 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Hive Dweller Purple?
The closest Citadel match for Army Painter Hive Dweller Purple is Leviathan Purple (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 3.5 (close match).
What color is Hive Dweller Purple?
Hive Dweller Purple is a translucent purple miniature paint from Army Painter (Speedpaint Set). Its screen color is approximately #3E2561 with a translucent finish.