Pixie Pink vs Medium Magenta

How close are they?

ΔE 11.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Medium Magenta is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Pixie Pink.

Can I use Medium Magenta instead of Pixie Pink?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Medium Magenta is a little darker, more saturated, cooler than Pixie Pink.

Can I use Pixie Pink instead of Medium Magenta?

The same difference applies the other way round: Pixie Pink is a little lighter, more muted, 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.