Broodmother Purple vs Indigo

How close are they?

ΔE 14.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Indigo is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than Broodmother Purple.

Can I use Indigo instead of Broodmother Purple?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Indigo is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than Broodmother Purple.

Can I use Broodmother Purple instead of Indigo?

The same difference applies the other way round: Broodmother Purple is noticeably darker, more saturated, warmer.

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.