Prussian Blue Hue vs Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 11.0, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Violet is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Prussian Blue Hue.

Can I use Violet instead of Prussian Blue Hue?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Violet is a little lighter, more muted, warmer than Prussian Blue Hue.

Can I use Prussian Blue Hue instead of Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Prussian Blue Hue 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.