Light DAK Sand vs Manticore Ochre

How close are they?

ΔE 15.3, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Manticore Ochre is a little darker, much more saturated than Light DAK Sand.

Can I use Manticore Ochre instead of Light DAK Sand?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 15). Manticore Ochre is a little darker, much more saturated than Light DAK Sand.

Can I use Light DAK Sand instead of Manticore Ochre?

The same difference applies the other way round: Light DAK Sand 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.