Cobalt Alchemy vs Hydra Turquoise

How close are they?

ΔE 13.9, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Hydra Turquoise is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Cobalt Alchemy.

Can I use Hydra Turquoise instead of Cobalt Alchemy?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 14). Hydra Turquoise is a little darker, more saturated, warmer than Cobalt Alchemy.

Can I use Cobalt Alchemy instead of Hydra Turquoise?

The same difference applies the other way round: Cobalt Alchemy is a little lighter, 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.