Mephiston Red vs Magenta

How close are they?

ΔE 13.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Magenta is more muted, cooler than Mephiston Red.

Can I use Magenta instead of Mephiston Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Magenta is more muted, cooler than Mephiston Red.

Can I use Mephiston Red instead of Magenta?

The same difference applies the other way round: Mephiston Red is 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.