Hiril Blue vs Electric Blue

How close are they?

ΔE 9.1, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Electric Blue is a little lighter, more saturated than Hiril Blue.

Can I use Electric Blue instead of Hiril Blue?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Electric Blue is a little lighter, more saturated than Hiril Blue.

Can I use Hiril Blue instead of Electric Blue?

The same difference applies the other way round: Hiril Blue is a little darker, 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.