Cadian Fleshtone vs Ares Flesh

How close are they?

ΔE 12.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ares Flesh is a little lighter, more muted than Cadian Fleshtone.

Can I use Ares Flesh instead of Cadian Fleshtone?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Ares Flesh is a little lighter, more muted than Cadian Fleshtone.

Can I use Cadian Fleshtone instead of Ares Flesh?

The same difference applies the other way round: Cadian Fleshtone 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.