Magenta vs Pink Horror

How close are they?

ΔE 11.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pink Horror is more saturated, warmer than Magenta.

Can I use Pink Horror instead of Magenta?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Pink Horror is more saturated, warmer than Magenta.

Can I use Magenta instead of Pink Horror?

The same difference applies the other way round: Magenta is 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.