Canoptek Alloy vs Silver Fox

How close are they?

ΔE 12.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Silver Fox is a little lighter, more muted than Canoptek Alloy.

Can I use Silver Fox instead of Canoptek Alloy?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Silver Fox is a little lighter, more muted than Canoptek Alloy.

Can I use Canoptek Alloy instead of Silver Fox?

The same difference applies the other way round: Canoptek Alloy 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.