Alien Purple vs Anthraquinone Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 23.3, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Anthraquinone Blue is noticeably darker, much more saturated than Alien Purple.

Can I use Anthraquinone Blue instead of Alien Purple?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 23). Anthraquinone Blue is noticeably darker, much more saturated than Alien Purple.

Can I use Alien Purple instead of Anthraquinone Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Alien Purple is noticeably lighter, much more muted.

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.