ChromaPure
ChromaPure is Windows software for calibrating video displays toward industry standards with test patterns and a colorimeter.
What ChromaPure is
ChromaPure is Windows software for calibrating video displays toward industry standards with test patterns and a colorimeter. Its measurement modules cover grayscale, gamma, white balance, color gamut, color management, contrast, and screen uniformity. Charts and numerical readings can update as calibration adjustments are made, and the software can create PDF and Microsoft Excel reports with before-and-after measurements. Raw data can be exported as CSV, while calibration data can be imported and exported. Auto-Calibrate works with a supported color analyzer and a DVDO Duo or Lumagen Radiance video processor; Advanced Auto-Calibrate supports up to 4913 colour points with Radiance processors. Standard licenses two meters, while Professional licenses an unlimited number. The Professional license is required for commercial use. One-time options include the 180.00 USD ChromaPure 3 Standard and the 999.00 USD ChromaPure 3 Pro. The stated system requirements are Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11+. There is no native Mac version, though the page describes use with Windows emulators or a split partition.
Good
- Measures grayscale, gamma, color, contrast, and uniformity
- Provides live charts and numerical readings
- Creates PDF and Excel before-and-after reports
- Supports CSV export and calibration data exchange
- Licensed customers receive lifetime email technical support
Watch out
- No native Mac version
- Auto-calibration requires compatible analyzer and video processor
- Professional license is required for commercial use
- Standard licenses two meters
Who it suits
The Standard edition is described for beginners and enthusiasts, while Pro is for professionals. It suits users calibrating displays with the required test patterns, colorimeter, and, for auto-calibration, compatible equipment.
Verdict
ChromaPure provides measurement, reporting, and data tools for Windows-based display calibration. Confirm the edition and equipment requirements, especially for auto-calibration or commercial work.
Plans and prices
From ChromaPure's own pricing page, checked 9 Oct 2026.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Auto-Calibrate Add-On | $134, paid once | Calibrates at 6 colour points · Duo video processor required · digital download |
| ChromaPure 3 Standard | $180, paid once | For beginners/enthusiasts · licenses for two meters · digital download |
| Advanced Auto-Calibrate Add-On | $204, paid once | Calibrates up to 4913 colours · Radiance video processor required · digital download |
| ChromaPure 3 Plus | $260, paid once | Standard features plus AccuPel 3D and DVDO AVLab TPG 4K test pattern generator support · licenses for two meters · digital download |
| ChromaPure 3 Pro | $999, paid once | For professionals · unlimited supported meter licenses · advanced features including Auto-Calibrate · digital download |
The facts
Each one read from ChromaPure's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Audience
- The Standard edition is described for beginners and enthusiasts, while the Pro edition is described for professionals.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Auto-calibration
- Auto-Calibrate works with a supported color analyzer and a DVDO Duo or Lumagen Radiance video processor; Advanced Auto-Calibrate supports up to 4913 colour points with Radiance processors.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Commercial use
- The page says a ChromaPure Professional license is required for commercial use.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Data handling
- The feature list includes raw data CSV export and calibration data import and export.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Live results
- Charts and numerical measurements can update in real time as calibration adjustments are made.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Measurement
- The software includes modules for grayscale, gamma, white balance, color gamut, color management, contrast, and screen uniformity.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Meter licensing
- Standard licenses two meters, while Professional licenses an unlimited number of meters.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Operating system
- The stated system requirements are for a PC or laptop running Windows 7, 8, 10, or 11+; the page says there is no native Mac version.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- ChromaPure works with test patterns and a colorimeter to calibrate video displays toward industry standards.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Reports
- It can generate PDF and Microsoft Excel calibration reports with before-and-after display measurements.checked 9 Oct 2026
- Support
- Licensed customers are entitled to lifetime email technical support, and the page says there are no annual maintenance fees.checked 9 Oct 2026
Where it runs
- Other platforms
- The page says ChromaPure runs on a Mac using Windows emulators such as Parallels or through a split partition using Boot Camp.checked 9 Oct 2026
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