Diabolic Plum vs Phantom Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 13.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Phantom Violet is a little lighter, warmer than Diabolic Plum.

Can I use Phantom Violet instead of Diabolic Plum?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Phantom Violet is a little lighter, warmer than Diabolic Plum.

Can I use Diabolic Plum instead of Phantom Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Diabolic Plum is a little darker, 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.