Ruby vs German Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 13.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. German Orange is a little darker, much more muted than Ruby.

Can I use German Orange instead of Ruby?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). German Orange is a little darker, much more muted than Ruby.

Can I use Ruby instead of German Orange?

The same difference applies the other way round: Ruby is a little lighter, much more saturated.

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.