Crystal Blue vs Brilliant Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 7.8, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Brilliant Blue is more muted, cooler than Crystal Blue.

Can I use Brilliant Blue instead of Crystal Blue?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 8). Brilliant Blue is more muted, cooler than Crystal Blue.

Can I use Crystal Blue instead of Brilliant Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Crystal Blue is 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.