Laser Magenta vs Chimera Red

How close are they?

ΔE 10.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Chimera Red is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Laser Magenta.

Can I use Chimera Red instead of Laser Magenta?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Chimera Red is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Laser Magenta.

Can I use Laser Magenta instead of Chimera Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Laser Magenta is a little darker, more saturated, 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.