Coloring Book: Color by Number

Coloring Book: Color by Number is a numbered digital coloring book for people who want a guided, single-player activity on a phone or tablet. Its range of themed pages and offline play make it a practical pick for coloring on the go, though ads in the free option and recurring subscription prices may put some readers off.

Overview

Each picture is divided into numbered regions matched to paints, giving you a defined task rather than a blank canvas. The app pairs familiar subjects with a selection of famous paintings, and lets you revisit pictures to recolor them. That makes it better suited to relaxed, repeatable coloring than to open-ended drawing or collaborative projects.

Offline play is useful when a connection is unavailable, and finished creations can be shared on major social networks. The app is single-player, so sharing is for showing completed work rather than coloring together. The free pages lower the barrier to trying it, but Google Play says the app contains ads.

Key features

• Numbered regions and matching paints: A guided format helps people who prefer clear, step-by-step coloring over choosing colors and drawing freely.
• Broad page themes: Mandala, floral, animal, nature, unicorn and zen categories give the library several moods and subjects to choose from.
• Famous paintings: The Mona Lisa, Starry Night and The Last Supper add recognizable works alongside the themed pages.
• Recoloring and sharing: Pictures can be colored again, while social-network sharing gives users a way to show finished pieces.
• Offline, single-player use: Coloring does not require an internet connection, but the activity is for one player at a time.

Pricing

The free plan costs nothing and includes free coloring pages, with ads. It is the sensible starting point for occasional use or for deciding whether the numbered format and subjects suit you; the free-page offer does not promise the full catalog.

Three in-app subscriptions are offered: Coloring Book Weekly Subscription at $4.99 a month, Coloring Book Monthly Subscription at $9.99 a month, and Coloring Book Yearly Subscription at $49.99 a year. The yearly option has the lowest stated price per month when spread across its term, and will suit regular users comfortable committing for a year. The two monthly-priced options avoid that annual commitment, but cost more at the stated rates. The plan names and prices do not establish any additional feature differences, trial period, renewal terms or ad removal, so readers should not assume those benefits.

Platforms

The app is available on Android, iOS and Windows. The iOS version supports iPhone and iPad running iOS 13 or iPadOS 13 or later. Google Play describes Windows availability as powered by Intel technology. Across these platforms, the mobile format is the clearest fit for short coloring sessions, while offline access helps when using a device without a connection.

Google Play reports that the app does not share data with third parties, may collect location, app activity and two other data types, encrypts data in transit, and offers a data-deletion request option. Support is available at [email protected].

Who it's for

This is a good fit for people who want a low-pressure coloring activity with numbered guidance, themed choices and the option to work offline. It is less suitable for anyone seeking a blank-canvas drawing tool, multiplayer coloring, or a free experience without ads.

Pros and cons

• Pros: A guided number-to-paint format, varied subjects and well-known paintings provide distinct options without requiring users to invent a design.
• Pros: Offline play and recoloring support repeat use beyond a single session or location.
• Cons: The free plan contains ads, and paid subscriptions add ongoing cost.
• Cons: Single-player use rules out collaborative coloring, and the product is focused on filling numbered regions rather than free drawing.

Alternatives

Coloring Apps is a broader directory for readers comparing options across the category.

Choose InColor if a free trial or availability on macOS matters; its free option includes a selection of patterns and features with ads.

Colorfy is another freemium choice on Android and iOS, with a free app that contains ads and in-app purchases.

Pixel Color may suit readers looking for a free trial and a weekly subscription that unlocks all content and features.

Pixel Paint is a free option on Android, iOS and web, made by a two-person remote team.

PixelZen is an iOS alternative whose free plan includes core coloring, books, daily challenges, streaks, achievements and daily tool charges.

Chroma is available on Android, iOS and web, with a freemium model and in-app purchases.

Lake is an iOS alternative with a free trial and a monthly plan for access to its art, colors and tools.

Color Tap is a free alternative for iOS and macOS.

Verdict

Choose Coloring Book: Color by Number if you want guided coloring with varied themes, famous paintings and offline play across mobile platforms. The main trade-off is the ad-supported free option and a set of recurring subscriptions; readers who want free drawing, collaboration or a different coloring format should compare alternatives.