Dark Violet vs Octopus Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 7.6, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Octopus Purple is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Dark Violet.

Can I use Octopus Purple instead of Dark Violet?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 8). Octopus Purple is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Dark Violet.

Can I use Dark Violet instead of Octopus Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Dark Violet is a little 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.