Hive Dweller Purple: equivalents & matches

Army Painter · Speedpaint 2.0 · WP2018. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.

hex #6E4B7D finish translucent type contrast 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.

Vallejo
Violet 72.087
Game Color Wash
ΔE 4.4 · close match
Citadel
Magos Purple
Contrast
ΔE 6.4 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Violet SC82
Inktensity
ΔE 9.2 · noticeable difference
Two Thin Coats
Magi Purple Wash
Wave 2
ΔE 12.1 · different color
AK Interactive
Clear Blue AK11214
3rd Gen Acrylic Clear
ΔE 20.4 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash 202
Pro Acryl Wash
ΔE 23.4 · different color

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Vallejo equivalent of Hive Dweller Purple?
The closest Vallejo match for Army Painter Hive Dweller Purple is Violet (72.087, Game Color Wash) with a ΔE2000 distance of 4.4 (close match).
What color is Hive Dweller Purple?
Hive Dweller Purple is a translucent purple miniature paint from Army Painter (Speedpaint 2.0), code WP2018. Its screen color is approximately #6E4B7D with a translucent finish.

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