Vallejo conversion chart for Citadel paints
This Vallejo conversion chart maps every Citadel paint in our dataset to its closest Vallejo equivalent, each with a match-quality rating. Use it as a full reference when a tutorial calls for a Citadel colour you'd rather paint in Vallejo. Every row links to the full conversion, including The Army Painter and Pro Acryl.
Most-searched conversions
Jump straight to the Vallejo equivalent for a popular colour: Abaddon Black, Leadbelcher, Mephiston Red, Khorne Red, Caledor Sky, Evil Sunz Scarlet.
Painting an army? See the full paint list and equivalents for Ultramarines, Space Wolves, Salamanders, or browse side-by-side comparisons.
Why painters convert Citadel to Vallejo
Citadel is the default in most tutorials but among the priciest ranges, and isn't stocked everywhere. Vallejo is cheaper, widely available, and its dropper bottles waste less paint. A reliable equivalent lets you follow any recipe without rebuying a whole shelf of Citadel pots.
Get an exact match for any colour
This list covers the most-searched colours. For anything else — or to compare The Army Painter at the same time — run it through the converter.
Convert any paint instantly
Every colour, every brand, ranked by match quality.
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