Archangel Red vs Scarlett Red

How close are they?

ΔE 13.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Scarlett Red is a little lighter, much more muted than Archangel Red.

Can I use Scarlett Red instead of Archangel Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Scarlett Red is a little lighter, much more muted than Archangel Red.

Can I use Archangel Red instead of Scarlett Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Archangel Red is a little darker, much 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.