Viper Brown vs German Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 13.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. German Orange is a little darker, cooler than Viper Brown.

Can I use German Orange instead of Viper Brown?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). German Orange is a little darker, cooler than Viper Brown.

Can I use Viper Brown instead of German Orange?

The same difference applies the other way round: Viper Brown is a little lighter, 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.