Ultramarine Blue vs Cyan Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 20.8, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Cyan Blue is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than Ultramarine Blue.

Can I use Cyan Blue instead of Ultramarine Blue?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 21). Cyan Blue is noticeably lighter, more muted, cooler than Ultramarine Blue.

Can I use Ultramarine Blue instead of Cyan Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Ultramarine Blue is noticeably darker, more saturated, 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.