Brown vs Ink Magenta

How close are they?

ΔE 28.7, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Ink Magenta is a little lighter, cooler than Brown.

Can I use Ink Magenta instead of Brown?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 29). Ink Magenta is a little lighter, cooler than Brown.

Can I use Brown instead of Ink Magenta?

The same difference applies the other way round: Brown is a little darker, 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.