Warlock Magenta vs Spectral Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 13.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Spectral Purple is a little lighter, more muted than Warlock Magenta.

Can I use Spectral Purple instead of Warlock Magenta?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Spectral Purple is a little lighter, more muted than Warlock Magenta.

Can I use Warlock Magenta instead of Spectral Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Warlock Magenta is a little darker, 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.