Pale Violet Red vs Magenta

How close are they?

ΔE 10.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Magenta is more saturated than Pale Violet Red.

Can I use Magenta instead of Pale Violet Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 10). Magenta is more saturated than Pale Violet Red.

Can I use Pale Violet Red instead of Magenta?

The same difference applies the other way round: Pale Violet Red is more muted.

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.