Purple Tone: equivalents & matches
Army Painter · Quickshade Washes Set. The closest match in every major brand, plus highlight, shadow and complement picks, computed with the BrushForge color engine.
hex #2A194A
finish translucent
type wash
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
Shyish Purple
ΔE 3.5 · close match
Vallejo
Gloomy Violet
ΔE 6.9 · noticeable difference
AK Interactive
Clear Blue
ΔE 9.3 · noticeable difference
Scale75
Inktense Violet
ΔE 11.3 · different color
Two Thin Coats
Magi Purple Wash
ΔE 11.7 · different color
Pro Acryl
Black Wash
ΔE 22.0 · different color
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Citadel equivalent of Purple Tone?
The closest Citadel match for Army Painter Purple Tone is Shyish Purple (Contrast) with a ΔE2000 distance of 3.5 (close match).
What color is Purple Tone?
Purple Tone is a translucent purple miniature paint from Army Painter (Quickshade Washes Set). Its screen color is approximately #2A194A with a translucent finish.