Cool Ranch vs Celestial Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 19.0, loose: different enough that you should pick on purpose. Celestial Violet is noticeably darker, warmer than Cool Ranch.

Can I use Celestial Violet instead of Cool Ranch?

Not as a straight swap; see the closer alternatives below. Loose match (ΔE 19). Celestial Violet is noticeably darker, warmer than Cool Ranch.

Can I use Cool Ranch instead of Celestial Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Cool Ranch is noticeably lighter, 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.