Military Shade vs Andalusian Earth

How close are they?

ΔE 26.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Andalusian Earth is a little lighter, much more muted, warmer than Military Shade.

Can I use Andalusian Earth instead of Military Shade?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 26). Andalusian Earth is a little lighter, much more muted, warmer than Military Shade.

Can I use Military Shade instead of Andalusian Earth?

The same difference applies the other way round: Military Shade is a little darker, much more saturated, 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.