Incursion Orange vs Ochre Desert

How close are they?

ΔE 14.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ochre Desert is a little darker, more muted than Incursion Orange.

Can I use Ochre Desert instead of Incursion Orange?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Ochre Desert is a little darker, more muted than Incursion Orange.

Can I use Incursion Orange instead of Ochre Desert?

The same difference applies the other way round: Incursion Orange 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.