Brown vs Magenta Blood

How close are they?

ΔE 15.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Magenta Blood is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Brown.

Can I use Magenta Blood instead of Brown?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 15). Magenta Blood is a little lighter, more saturated, cooler than Brown.

Can I use Brown instead of Magenta Blood?

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