Ryza Rust vs Meaty Ochre

How close are they?

ΔE 14.7, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Meaty Ochre is a little darker, more muted than Ryza Rust.

Can I use Meaty Ochre instead of Ryza Rust?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Meaty Ochre is a little darker, more muted than Ryza Rust.

Can I use Ryza Rust instead of Meaty Ochre?

The same difference applies the other way round: Ryza Rust is a little lighter, more saturated.

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.