Blue Tone vs Hellion Red Wash

How close are they?

ΔE 47.2, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Hellion Red Wash is noticeably lighter, more muted, warmer than Blue Tone.

Can I use Hellion Red Wash instead of Blue Tone?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 47). Hellion Red Wash is noticeably lighter, more muted, warmer than Blue Tone.

Can I use Blue Tone instead of Hellion Red Wash?

The same difference applies the other way round: Blue Tone is noticeably darker, 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.