Sunset Purple vs Magenta

How close are they?

ΔE 10.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Magenta is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Sunset Purple.

Can I use Magenta instead of Sunset Purple?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 11). Magenta is a little lighter, more saturated, warmer than Sunset Purple.

Can I use Sunset Purple instead of Magenta?

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