Laser Magenta vs Rebel Red

How close are they?

ΔE 13.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Rebel Red is noticeably lighter, more saturated, warmer than Laser Magenta.

Can I use Rebel Red instead of Laser Magenta?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Rebel Red is noticeably lighter, more saturated, warmer than Laser Magenta.

Can I use Laser Magenta instead of Rebel Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Laser Magenta is noticeably darker, 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.