Saphire Blue vs Hoeth Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 11.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Hoeth Blue is more muted, warmer than Saphire Blue.

Can I use Hoeth Blue instead of Saphire Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Hoeth Blue is more muted, warmer than Saphire Blue.

Can I use Saphire Blue instead of Hoeth Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Saphire Blue is more saturated, 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.