Brown Beast Ink vs Ink Black

How close are they?

ΔE 17.4, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Ink Black is a little darker, much more muted than Brown Beast Ink.

Can I use Ink Black instead of Brown Beast Ink?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 17). Ink Black is a little darker, much more muted than Brown Beast Ink.

Can I use Brown Beast Ink instead of Ink Black?

The same difference applies the other way round: Brown Beast Ink 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.