Black Metal vs Evil Chrome

How close are they?

ΔE 16.2, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Evil Chrome is noticeably lighter, more muted than Black Metal.

Can I use Evil Chrome instead of Black Metal?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 16). Evil Chrome is noticeably lighter, more muted than Black Metal.

Can I use Black Metal instead of Evil Chrome?

The same difference applies the other way round: Black Metal is noticeably darker, 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.