Magic Purple vs Warlock Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 12.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Warlock Purple is a little lighter, more muted than Magic Purple.

Can I use Warlock Purple instead of Magic Purple?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Warlock Purple is a little lighter, more muted than Magic Purple.

Can I use Magic Purple instead of Warlock Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Magic Purple is a little 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.