Metallic Blue vs Starship Steel

How close are they?

ΔE 20.5, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Starship Steel is noticeably darker, more muted, cooler than Metallic Blue.

Can I use Starship Steel instead of Metallic Blue?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 21). Starship Steel is noticeably darker, more muted, cooler than Metallic Blue.

Can I use Metallic Blue instead of Starship Steel?

The same difference applies the other way round: Metallic Blue is noticeably lighter, more saturated, warmer.

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.