Aldebaran Red vs Bright Orange

How close are they?

ΔE 11.3, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Bright Orange is a little lighter, more muted than Aldebaran Red.

Can I use Bright Orange instead of Aldebaran Red?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Bright Orange is a little lighter, more muted than Aldebaran Red.

Can I use Aldebaran Red instead of Bright Orange?

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