Hoplite Gold vs Pucker

How close are they?

ΔE 19.9, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Pucker is noticeably lighter, cooler than Hoplite Gold.

Can I use Pucker instead of Hoplite Gold?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 20). Pucker is noticeably lighter, cooler than Hoplite Gold.

Can I use Hoplite Gold instead of Pucker?

The same difference applies the other way round: Hoplite Gold is noticeably darker, 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.