Blood Red vs Radiant Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 38.5, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Radiant Orange is noticeably darker, much more muted, warmer than Blood Red.

Can I use Radiant Orange instead of Blood Red?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 38). Radiant Orange is noticeably darker, much more muted, warmer than Blood Red.

Can I use Blood Red instead of Radiant Orange?

The same difference applies the other way round: Blood Red is noticeably lighter, much 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.