Magenta vs Worn Red

How close are they?

ΔE 25.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Worn Red is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Magenta.

Can I use Worn Red instead of Magenta?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 25). Worn Red is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Magenta.

Can I use Magenta instead of Worn Red?

The same difference applies the other way round: Magenta is a little darker, 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.