Purple People Eater vs Kantor Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 13.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Kantor Blue is noticeably darker than Purple People Eater.

Can I use Kantor Blue instead of Purple People Eater?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Kantor Blue is noticeably darker than Purple People Eater.

Can I use Purple People Eater instead of Kantor Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Purple People Eater is noticeably lighter.

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.