Tentacle Pink vs Squid Pink

How close are they?

ΔE 10.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Squid Pink is a little lighter, more muted than Tentacle Pink.

Can I use Squid Pink instead of Tentacle Pink?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Squid Pink is a little lighter, more muted than Tentacle Pink.

Can I use Tentacle Pink instead of Squid Pink?

The same difference applies the other way round: Tentacle Pink 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.