Chaotic Red vs Red Oxide

How close are they?

ΔE 9.7, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Red Oxide is a little lighter than Chaotic Red.

Can I use Red Oxide instead of Chaotic Red?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 10). Red Oxide is a little lighter than Chaotic Red.

Can I use Chaotic Red instead of Red Oxide?

The same difference applies the other way round: Chaotic Red is a little darker.

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.