Purple Swarm: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Speedpaint 2.0. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #553C64
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.
Scale75
Inktense Violet
ΔE 3.2 · close match
Vallejo
Violet
ΔE 3.7 · close match
Two Thin Coats
Magi Purple Wash
ΔE 6.7 · noticeable difference
Citadel
Magos Purple
ΔE 9.0 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Clear Blue
ΔE 15.6 · different color
Pro Acryl
Flesh Wash
ΔE 22.1 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Scale75 equivalent of Purple Swarm?
The closest Scale75 match for Army Painter Purple Swarm is Inktense Violet (SC82, Inktensity) with a ΔE2000 distance of 3.2 (close match).
What color is Purple Swarm?
Purple Swarm is a translucent purple miniature paint from Army Painter (Speedpaint 2.0). Its screen color is approximately #553C64 with a translucent finish.