Hoeth Blue vs Elysium Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 12.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Elysium Blue is noticeably darker, more muted, warmer than Hoeth Blue.

Can I use Elysium Blue instead of Hoeth Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Elysium Blue is noticeably darker, more muted, warmer than Hoeth Blue.

Can I use Hoeth Blue instead of Elysium Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Hoeth Blue is noticeably lighter, more saturated, cooler.

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.