Astorath Red vs Quinacridone Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 14.2, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Quinacridone Violet is noticeably darker than Astorath Red.

Can I use Quinacridone Violet instead of Astorath Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Quinacridone Violet is noticeably darker than Astorath Red.

Can I use Astorath Red instead of Quinacridone Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Astorath Red 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.