Purple Ink vs Ink Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 13.5, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Ink Violet is a little lighter, cooler than Purple Ink.

Can I use Ink Violet instead of Purple Ink?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 13). Ink Violet is a little lighter, cooler than Purple Ink.

Can I use Purple Ink instead of Ink Violet?

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