Pink vs Devil Red

How close are they?

ΔE 14.8, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Devil Red is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Pink.

Can I use Devil Red instead of Pink?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Devil Red is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Pink.

Can I use Pink instead of Devil Red?

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