Amphora Red vs Purple Hex

How close are they?

ΔE 8.6, close: similar, with a visible difference side by side. Purple Hex is a little lighter, cooler than Amphora Red.

Can I use Purple Hex instead of Amphora Red?

Usually, if you are not matching paint already on the model. Close match (ΔE 9). Purple Hex is a little lighter, cooler than Amphora Red.

Can I use Amphora Red instead of Purple Hex?

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

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.