Malefic Purple vs Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 10.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Violet is a little lighter, more muted than Malefic Purple.

Can I use Violet instead of Malefic Purple?

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 than Malefic Purple.

Can I use Malefic Purple instead of Violet?

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

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.