Astorath Red vs Scab Red

How close are they?

ΔE 12.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Scab Red is noticeably darker than Astorath Red.

Can I use Scab Red instead of Astorath Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Scab Red is noticeably darker than Astorath Red.

Can I use Astorath Red instead of Scab Red?

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.