Warlock Purple vs Hastur Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 22.3, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Hastur Purple is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Warlock Purple.

Can I use Hastur Purple instead of Warlock Purple?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 22). Hastur Purple is a little darker, more muted, warmer than Warlock Purple.

Can I use Warlock Purple instead of Hastur Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Warlock Purple is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler.

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.