Hive Dweller Purple vs Gloomy Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 13.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Gloomy Violet is a little darker, more muted than Hive Dweller Purple.

Can I use Gloomy Violet instead of Hive Dweller Purple?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Gloomy Violet is a little darker, more muted than Hive Dweller Purple.

Can I use Hive Dweller Purple instead of Gloomy Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Hive Dweller Purple is a little lighter, more saturated.

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.