Cygor Brown vs Burgundy

How close are they?

ΔE 20.1, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Burgundy is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Cygor Brown.

Can I use Burgundy instead of Cygor Brown?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 20). Burgundy is a little darker, more muted, cooler than Cygor Brown.

Can I use Cygor Brown instead of Burgundy?

The same difference applies the other way round: Cygor Brown is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer.

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.