Simply White (OC-117) and White Dove (OC-17) are Benjamin Moore's two most popular whites. They have similar warmth; the real difference is brightness.
Side-by-side numbers
| Simply White | White Dove | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Benjamin Moore | Benjamin Moore |
| Code | OC-117 | OC-17 |
| Hex | #F6F6ED | #EFEEE5 |
| RGB | 246, 246, 237 | 239, 238, 229 |
| LRV | 89.5 (lighter) | 83.2 |
| Yellow–blue (b*) | +4.3 | +4.5 (warmer) |
| Green–red (a*) | −1.6 | −1.2 |
| Difference (ΔE) | 1.7 |
Hex, RGB and LRV from the manufacturers' color records. CIELAB values and ΔE (CIEDE2000) calculated from those hex values.
Simply White is much brighter (LRV 89.52 vs 83.16). The ΔE of 1.7 is visible side by side, mostly as brightness.
Undertones: Simply White vs White Dove
Their warmth is almost the same (yellow–blue +4.3 vs +4.5), and both lean slightly green-gray (green–red −1.6 vs −1.2). So Simply White reads as a brighter, fresher version of the same soft warmth.
How they compare in each light
Simply White keeps dim rooms brighter. In large, sunny rooms its brightness can feel strong, where White Dove looks calmer.
Simulated from the manufacturer's color values. Always test samples in your own light.
Which one fits your room?
Choose Simply White if…
- You want a bright white with a little warmth
- Your kitchen or room is dim
- You want crisp but not cold cabinets
Choose White Dove if…
- You want a softer, calmer white
- Your room is large and sunny
- You want walls and trim in one gentle white
Room by room: where Simply White and White Dove each work
Living rooms
Simply White is noticeably brighter (LRV 89.52 against 83.16) and gives a living room a fresh, crisp look. White Dove is softer and avoids the glare a brighter white can have in a large, sunny room.
Bedrooms
White Dove is the calmer bedroom choice. Simply White suits small or dim bedrooms that need every bit of reflected light.
Kitchens and cabinets
Both are popular for cabinets. Simply White matches bright white quartz and appliances closely; White Dove looks better with warmer counters, natural wood and brass.
Bathrooms
Simply White makes a small bathroom look brighter. White Dove is more forgiving under warm bulbs.
Exteriors
In full sun Simply White can look very bright on a large facade. White Dove is the softer exterior white.
Trim and colors to pair with each
Benjamin Moore lists Dove Wing (OC-18) and Silver Satin (OC-26) as coordinating colors for Simply White, and Balboa Mist (OC-27) and Revere Pewter (HC-172) for White Dove. Simply White makes a crisp trim for White Dove walls.
Coordinating colors listed by the manufacturers:
- Simply White: Dove Wing (OC-18), LRV 77.5; Somerville Red (HC-62), LRV 19.4; Silver Satin (OC-26), LRV 74.9; Casco Bay (2051-30), LRV 15.1
- White Dove: Balboa Mist (OC-27), LRV 65.5; Kendall Charcoal (HC-166), LRV 14.6; Revere Pewter (HC-172), LRV 55.0; Country Redwood (HC-183), LRV 8.0
Can you use Simply White and White Dove in the same house?
Yes. White Dove walls with Simply White trim is a well-balanced pairing: the trim reads clean and slightly brighter without looking stark. Their difference of 1.7 is visible, which is what you want for walls and trim.
If neither is quite right
If Simply White feels too stark and White Dove too warm, or you want something deeper, the table shows the nearest option in each direction.
| Direction | Color | Brand | LRV | ΔE to Simply White | ΔE to White Dove |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lighter | High Reflective White (SW 7757) | Sherwin-Williams | 92.7 | 1.4 | 2.3 |
| Darker | Cloud Cover (OC-25) | Benjamin Moore | 80.3 | 3.0 | 1.3 |
| Warmer | Westhighland White (SW 7566) | Sherwin-Williams | 85.8 | 2.8 | 1.9 |
| Cooler | White Heron (OC-57) | Benjamin Moore | 86.7 | 1.4 | 1.3 |
Read the full reviews
Simply White review · White Dove review
Simply White vs White Dove FAQs
Is Simply White brighter than White Dove?
Yes, clearly: LRV 89.52 against 83.16.
Is Simply White warmer than White Dove?
No, their warmth is almost identical; Simply White is just brighter.
Which is better for kitchen cabinets?
Simply White for a bright, fresh kitchen; White Dove for a softer look.
Which is warmer?
They have almost the same amount of yellow; White Dove looks warmer mainly because it is less bright.
Can you use Simply White trim with White Dove walls?
Yes. It reads as a clean, slightly brighter trim.