Military Shade vs Battle Mud Wash

How close are they?

ΔE 31.6, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Battle Mud Wash is noticeably lighter, much more muted, warmer than Military Shade.

Can I use Battle Mud Wash instead of Military Shade?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 32). Battle Mud Wash is noticeably lighter, much more muted, warmer than Military Shade.

Can I use Military Shade instead of Battle Mud Wash?

The same difference applies the other way round: Military Shade is noticeably 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.