Clear Red vs Ink Magenta

How close are they?

ΔE 47.3, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Ink Magenta is noticeably darker, much more muted, cooler than Clear Red.

Can I use Ink Magenta instead of Clear Red?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 47). Ink Magenta is noticeably darker, much more muted, cooler than Clear Red.

Can I use Clear Red instead of Ink Magenta?

The same difference applies the other way round: Clear Red is noticeably lighter, much more saturated, 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.