Sorcerer's Cloak vs Blue Violet

How close are they?

ΔE 14.6, fair: the same colour family, but not a straight swap. Blue Violet is noticeably darker, more saturated, cooler than Sorcerer's Cloak.

Can I use Blue Violet instead of Sorcerer's Cloak?

Only where an exact match doesn’t matter, such as a new unit or a highlight. Fair match (ΔE 15). Blue Violet is noticeably darker, more saturated, cooler than Sorcerer's Cloak.

Can I use Sorcerer's Cloak instead of Blue Violet?

The same difference applies the other way round: Sorcerer's Cloak is noticeably lighter, more muted, 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.