Beast Hide vs Ochre Brown

How close are they?

ΔE 12.4, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ochre Brown is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Beast Hide.

Can I use Ochre Brown instead of Beast Hide?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 12). Ochre Brown is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Beast Hide.

Can I use Beast Hide instead of Ochre Brown?

The same difference applies the other way round: Beast Hide is a little lighter, more muted, 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.