Squig Orange vs Apocalypse Sky

How close are they?

ΔE 11.1, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Apocalypse Sky is more saturated, cooler than Squig Orange.

Can I use Apocalypse Sky instead of Squig Orange?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Apocalypse Sky is more saturated, cooler than Squig Orange.

Can I use Squig Orange instead of Apocalypse Sky?

The same difference applies the other way round: Squig Orange is more muted, 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.