Ice Blue vs Hoeth Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 15.8, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Hoeth Blue is more saturated, warmer than Ice Blue.

Can I use Hoeth Blue instead of Ice Blue?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Hoeth Blue is more saturated, warmer than Ice Blue.

Can I use Ice Blue instead of Hoeth Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Ice Blue is more muted, cooler.

ΔE is the colour difference between our two swatch estimates: under about 6 is close, over about 15 is loose. Real paints also differ in finish, coverage and how they thin, so test before you commit.