Fairy Pink vs Quinacridone Magenta

How close are they?

ΔE 17.3, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Quinacridone Magenta is a little darker, much more saturated than Fairy Pink.

Can I use Quinacridone Magenta instead of Fairy Pink?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 17). Quinacridone Magenta is a little darker, much more saturated than Fairy Pink.

Can I use Fairy Pink instead of Quinacridone Magenta?

The same difference applies the other way round: Fairy Pink is a little lighter, much more muted.

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.