Violet Coven vs Hive Fleet Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 11.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Hive Fleet Purple is noticeably darker, more muted than Violet Coven.

Can I use Hive Fleet Purple instead of Violet Coven?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Hive Fleet Purple is noticeably darker, more muted than Violet Coven.

Can I use Violet Coven instead of Hive Fleet Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Violet Coven is noticeably lighter, more saturated.

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.