Hive Fleet Purple vs Lustful Purple

How close are they?

ΔE 12.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Lustful Purple is a little lighter, more saturated than Hive Fleet Purple.

Can I use Lustful Purple instead of Hive Fleet Purple?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Lustful Purple is a little lighter, more saturated than Hive Fleet Purple.

Can I use Hive Fleet Purple instead of Lustful Purple?

The same difference applies the other way round: Hive Fleet Purple is a little darker, more muted.

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.