Hoeth Blue vs Pale Indigo

How close are they?

ΔE 12.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Pale Indigo is a little darker, warmer than Hoeth Blue.

Can I use Pale Indigo instead of Hoeth Blue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Pale Indigo is a little darker, warmer than Hoeth Blue.

Can I use Hoeth Blue instead of Pale Indigo?

The same difference applies the other way round: Hoeth Blue is a little lighter, 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.