COLOR MUSE SE Colorimeter, Paint Color Matching Tool, Portable Digital Color Values, Reader, Sensor, Identify Closest Matching Paint and Scanner Device for Painters, Designers

We have a small painting business and color matching used to mean getting out several fan decks to try and find the best match. This little gem does it with an app and seems to do it with an amazing level of accuracy. It was easy to download and install the app. You don't have to give any personal information if you don't want to but if you want it to remember your matches, you have to play ball. Sampling colors from a number of areas is always a good idea, but we have found that this device pretty much nails the color and sheen as long as the sample area is clean. This is saving us a ton of paint on touch ups and blends. We can now confidently make a repair without having to run out entire walls or ceilings. We have had basically 100% success with this on probably 50 different colors so far. For the price, this is completely worth it. Basically the cost of 2 or 3 gallons of premium paint, if you get one mistint because you didn't guess right, this thing pays for itself. Supposedly, the company has partnered with Sherwin-Williams. There are versions of this device that have been branded for Sherwin-Williams and are pre loaded with the Sherwin Williams ENTIRE color palette. From what I have heard, they will be available from Sherwin-Williams for about $30 more than you can find them on Amazon. Not sure if it will be worth it, as the standard palette of Sherwin-Williams colors already on the app seems to do just fine. If I had to guess, ColorMuse will probably try and partner with all the big brands and do the same. If you are a painter or designer, you need one of these. Super handy.

Bona Fides: I am a product designer / industrial designer with a background in cosmetic manufacturing of consumer electronics. There's a good chance you have one of the things I've helped make in your pocket or home. I spend a LOT of time managing color matches and selections as a professional. I am accustomed to using $10,000 spectrophotometers in my line of work and know how to manage my color spaces and CIELAB tolerancing. This is what I do. I also work freelance and with startups, so I need my own color tools to do my job well. For a decade I've been buying low-cost colorimeters (ColorMunki, Swatchmate Cube, etc) with the hope of finding something with acceptable performance, small size, and reasonable out of pocket costs. Color Muse is by *far* the best colorimeter I've found for the single-person user - its Delta-E is on par with any device priced below $5,000 - its a fraction the size of its competitors - it works natively in CIELAB, RGB, and HSB - it is seamlessly integrated into a wide color ecosystem (if you care, I just want a measurement tool) My previous go-to for work that didn't require (or have access to) a Konica Minolta was the X-Rite COlorMunki Design. It worked fine but was clunky, had bad desktop software, and was $400. The Color Muse has the same level of performance, is 20% the size of my Colormunki, has a better UI, is rechargable, and is 1/10th the price. Unbelievable. The software is still a touch buggy, and build quality is good but not excellent. Like all <$5K colorimeters it does poorly on specular surfaces (i.e. anodized aluminum) but that's to be expected. It's also a LOT more forgivable in a product that costs 8x lattes instead of the same price as an iPad. I have suggested this purchase to every product designer and industrial designer I know. For the price and footprint you simply cannot do better.

Works good! Don't expect it to be a perfect match but it gets the color very close and with several options from which to choose and compare.

I was initially skeptical. Then I tried it on 5 different areas around the house that I needed paint for, and that otherwise would cost a lot of money to do. This thing suggested paints with 100% accuracy. You cannot tell the difference period. Very good product. Massive money saver. Easy to use. No bs.

Bought this specifically because they say it can accurately guess the sheen....it can't. I've tried many times on many different paints and sheens, and this thing doesn't even get close to guessing right. Dont buy this

I bought the COLOR MUSE 3 over it's competitors for two reasons: 1 - they have repeatability specifications explicitly listed on their website. 2 - it is able to measure gloss. I had two adhesive hangers that tore off the drywall paper when they fell off. The MUSE 3 was able to identify a close enough color that you cannot really see that the wall was repainted compared to the ones next to it. Unfortunately, the MUSE 3 was total failure when it came to identifying the glossiness. Perhaps it's because the wall is textured, but it thought that the wall was matte when it very clearly is not - see for yourself from the images. A satin finish seemed to do the trick. I'm satisfied that the MUSE 3 picked out a matching color, but I must deduct stars for the failure to properly identify the finish.

I recently had the opportunity to use the remarkable color meter, and it has completely revolutionized the way I perceive and analyze wall colors. This innovative device offers an unrivaled solution for accurately assessing and capturing the exact color of walls, especially when traditional sampling methods fall short. With its advanced technology and impressive accuracy, this color meter is a game-changer for anyone seeking precise color analysis. First and foremost, the color meter's ability to provide exact color measurements is truly outstanding. Unlike traditional sampling methods, which can be prone to variations and inconsistencies, this device captures the precise color values of walls with remarkable precision. Whether you're matching existing paint, selecting complementary colors, or simply documenting the current wall color, this meter ensures you have the most accurate information at your fingertips. What sets this color meter apart is its advanced technology and superior performance. Equipped with high-quality sensors and sophisticated algorithms, it is capable of capturing subtle variations in color and accurately reproducing them in its readings. The device's display presents the color information in a clear and concise manner, making it easy to interpret and work with. The ease of use of this color meter deserves special mention. Its user-friendly interface and intuitive controls allow for effortless operation, even for those with limited experience in color analysis. Simply place the meter against the wall surface, activate the device, and within seconds, you'll have access to precise color measurements. The simplicity and speed of this process are truly impressive. Furthermore, the versatility of this color meter is exceptional. It can be used on various wall surfaces, including painted walls, wallpapers, and textured finishes, ensuring its applicability in different settings. Whether you're working on home improvement projects, interior design, or professional color matching, this meter proves to be an invaluable tool in achieving the desired results. In addition to its primary function, the color meter may also offer additional features such as color matching with popular paint swatch libraries or compatibility with smartphone applications, further enhancing its usability and convenience. In summary, the color meter is an essential tool for anyone seeking perfect color accuracy when traditional sampling methods fail to deliver. Its advanced technology, superior performance, and ease of use make it an invaluable asset for professionals in the fields of interior design, painting, and color analysis. With this color meter, you can confidently and precisely analyze wall colors, ensuring that your projects are executed with meticulous attention to detail. I highly recommend this color meter to anyone in need of precise color analysis and reliable color matching.

We purchased a midcentury home last year, and the last owner chose a fantastic paint scheme when he renovated 19 years ago. It works perfectly with the home's character. However, he passed away and left only a few paint cans in the garage. And with some nicks and chips throughout, it's time for some touch up paint. After much (unsuccessful) trial and error of bringing home paint samples from the color deck, or breaking off a chunk of the molding to get a color match at the store, I finally broke down and researched to see if there was an app for color matching. I found Color Muse along with some other options, and this one seemed like the best fit for my needs at the most reasonable price. Color Muse arrived, I plugged it in for a couple hours, downloaded the app, and spent all of 45 seconds setting it up. The app was intuitive, and I was scanning every paint surface in my home within minutes. It was cathartic to confirm that the trim in the dining room was actually a couple shades lighter than the trim in the living room, even though they look identical. That's why i was having such an impossible time bringing home samples from the paint store. As mentioned, the previous owner left behind a couple paint cans in the garage, and the Color Muse was able to confirm where those paints were used -- in each case, the name on the paint can was among the top three best matches provided by Color Muse. That's pretty accurate. Although 19 years of time has faded and altered the paint slightly, so that there are variations from room to room, the Color Muse was pretty consistent in recommending 1 or 2 paint choices among its three best matches for any given room in my house. So, for example, for all the trim in our great room, I checked about 7 different spots and triangulated based on what was showing up in the top three list most consistently. Bought that paint at SW, and it is a PERFECT match. Super happy I spent this little amount of money for something that has been a great tool for me.

It's is amazing product I have tested about 30 randomly chosen samples from the printed NSC Index 1950 and the Color Muse device did not do a single mistake! I have no time and motivation to test all 1950 samples but it is highly probable that the device will be pretty accurate for all NCS samples. Needless to say that I used the original NCS Colourpin app which is compatible with Color Muse and shows directly NCS matches. (Color Muse and ColourPin hardware must be very similar or identical.)

Opened box , missing Micro USB Charging Cable, User Guide, and one cover!!

Good for comparing colors

Très bien sauf affichage des noms de couleur en anglais

non ci farei una tinta per una macchina, su un muro se la cava abbastanza bene. I campionari di default sono quasi tutti non reperibili in Italia