Gothic Blue vs Purple People Eater

How close are they?

ΔE 9.1, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Purple People Eater is a little lighter, warmer than Gothic Blue.

Can I use Purple People Eater instead of Gothic Blue?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Purple People Eater is a little lighter, warmer than Gothic Blue.

Can I use Gothic Blue instead of Purple People Eater?

The same difference applies the other way round: Gothic Blue 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.