Beaten Purple vs Magenta

How close are they?

ΔE 32.6, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Magenta is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Beaten Purple.

Can I use Magenta instead of Beaten Purple?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 33). Magenta is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Beaten Purple.

Can I use Beaten Purple instead of Magenta?

The same difference applies the other way round: Beaten Purple is a little darker, more saturated, 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.