Vicious Purple vs Black Wash

How close are they?

ΔE 37.9, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Black Wash is a little darker, much more muted than Vicious Purple.

Can I use Black Wash instead of Vicious Purple?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 38). Black Wash is a little darker, much more muted than Vicious Purple.

Can I use Vicious Purple instead of Black Wash?

The same difference applies the other way round: Vicious Purple is a little lighter, much 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.