Head-to-Head Dupe Analysis98.3% Match SimilaritySave $50 / Gallon
Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee
vs Valspar Cozy White
Looking for a cheap equivalent to Swiss Coffee (OC-45)? Here is the scientific comparison, spectrophotometric ΔE score, and exact formula to get this mixed at Lowe's.
โ๏ธ Side-by-Side Visual Comparison
Notice how the human eye perceives both shades under identical D65 daylight.
ΔE: 0.77
Original (premium)$94/gal
Swiss Coffee
Benjamin Moore (OC-45)
HEX: #F1EFE6 โข LRV: 81.9
Budget Dupe (budget)$44/gal
Cozy White
Valspar (7002-5)
HEX: #EFECE3 โข LRV: 82
๐ฏ Editorial Verdict:"Flawless Match (Undetectable difference on wall)"
Light Reflectance difference is only 0.1%. Once painted across an entire room, natural light bounce creates identical atmosphere.
Cost Difference
Save $50/gal (53%)
Technical Specification Comparison
Objective measurements recorded under standard CIE D65 illuminant.
| Metric | Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee | Valspar Cozy White | Difference / Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hexadecimal Code | #F1EFE6 | #EFECE3 | ΔE 0.77 |
| sRGB Coordinates | 241, 239, 230 | 239, 236, 227 | Near-parallel chromaticity |
| LRV (Light Reflectance) | 81.9% | 82% | Only 0.1% variance |
| Dominant Undertones | Cream, Warm Ivory, Soft Khaki | Warm Cream, Ivory Cashmere, Soft Butter | Complementary tones |
| Price Per Gallon (MSRP) | $94 | $44 | Save $50/gal |
| Whole House Cost (10 gal) | $940 | $440 | Save $500 Total! |
๐ How to Order this Dupe at Lowe's
Copy and present this exact prompt to the paint counter technician.
"Hi, I would like 1 gallon of Valspar Marquee/Premium tinted to Cozy White (7002-5). This is a verified match for Benjamin Moore Swiss Coffee (OC-45)."