Purple Swarm: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Speedpaint Set 2.0. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #653483
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
Luxion Purple
ΔE 4.9 · close match
Vallejo
Violet
ΔE 6.1 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Violet
ΔE 10.8 · different color
Two Thin Coats
Magi Purple Wash
ΔE 13.0 · different color
AK Interactive
Clear Blue
ΔE 17.3 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 28.0 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Purple Swarm?
The closest Citadel match for Army Painter Purple Swarm is Luxion Purple (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 4.9 (close match).
What color is Purple Swarm?
Purple Swarm is a translucent purple miniature paint from Army Painter (Speedpaint Set 2.0). Its screen color is approximately #653483 with a translucent finish.