Word Bearers Red vs Bloodfest Crimson

How close are they?

ΔE 12.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Bloodfest Crimson is more muted, cooler than Word Bearers Red.

Can I use Bloodfest Crimson instead of Word Bearers Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Bloodfest Crimson is more muted, cooler than Word Bearers Red.

Can I use Word Bearers Red instead of Bloodfest Crimson?

The same difference applies the other way round: Word Bearers 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.