Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal vs Maison Asrar Legacy

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman.

At a glance

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal costs £29.90 and Maison Asrar Legacy costs £39, so Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal is £9.10 cheaper. They share 2 notes out of 16 distinct notes listed across both (13%). Both are EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman.

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal

A 2024 fresh-fruity release from Ahmed Al Maghribi, confirmed by independent dupe analysis as an accessible interpretation of Ex Nihilo's Blue Talisman.

Maison Asrar Legacy

Maison Asrar Legacy is a refined hesperidic ambery fragrance launched in 2025 that captures the clean, airy luxury DNA of Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman through a vibrant ginger pear opening, a soft floral heart, and a smooth musky vanilla amber base designed for effortless elegance.

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal, dupe of Ex Nihilo Blue TalismanMaison Asrar Legacy, dupe of Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman

Comparison

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure RoyalMaison Asrar Legacy
Overall rating7.2/10 · 1 review8.1/10 · 1 review
Longevity6.5/107.8/10
Projection6.0/107.2/10
Scent accuracy8.0/108.8/10
Value for money8.5/108.5/10
Price£29.90£39
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byEx Nihilo Blue TalismanEx Nihilo Blue Talisman

Notes Comparison

Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal

Top Notes

  • Pear
  • Orange
  • Sweet Notes

Heart Notes

  • Freesia
  • Rose

Base Notes

  • Iso E Super
  • Ambroxan
  • Musk
  • Cedarwood

Maison Asrar Legacy

Top Notes

  • Ginger
  • Pear
  • Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Orange Blossom
  • Jasmine
  • Woody Notes

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Vanilla
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Pear
  • Musk

2 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal lists Orange, Sweet Notes, Freesia, Rose, Iso E Super, Ambroxan and Cedarwood that Maison Asrar Legacy does not.

Maison Asrar Legacy lists Ginger, Bergamot, Orange Blossom, Jasmine, Woody Notes, Vanilla and Amber that Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Floral
  • Fruity
  • Oud
  • Rose

Maison Asrar Legacy

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Fruity
  • Spicy

Both share Woody, Fresh, Amber, Floral and Fruity. Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal also lists Sweet, Oud and Rose. Maison Asrar Legacy also lists Musky, Citrus, Vanilla and Spicy.

Vibes

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Light
  • Modern
  • Masculine

Maison Asrar Legacy

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Warm
  • Modern

Both share Fresh, Clean and Modern. Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal also lists Sweet, Light and Masculine. Maison Asrar Legacy also lists Warm.

Occasions

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal

  • Social
  • Casual
  • Summer
  • Daily
  • Everyday

Maison Asrar Legacy

  • Signature
  • Daytime
  • Casual
  • Office
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Daily
  • Travel
  • Everyday
  • Smart casual

Both share Casual, Summer, Daily and Everyday. Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal also lists Social. Maison Asrar Legacy also lists Signature, Daytime, Office, Spring, Travel and Smart casual.

Performance

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal

  • Linear
  • Good performance

Maison Asrar Legacy

  • Moderate projection
  • Versatile
  • Subtle

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal lists Linear and Good performance. Maison Asrar Legacy lists Moderate projection, Versatile and Subtle.

Style lane

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal

  • Woody amber

Maison Asrar Legacy

  • Fresh citrus

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal lists Woody amber. Maison Asrar Legacy lists Fresh citrus.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Maison Asrar Legacy (7.8/10)
  • Projection: Wins Maison Asrar Legacy (7.2/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Maison Asrar Legacy (8.8/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal (£29.90)

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal leads on lower price, while Maison Asrar Legacy leads on longevity, projection and scent accuracy. They are level on value for money.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal has 1 community review and Maison Asrar Legacy has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Maison Asrar Legacy?

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal costs £29.90 and Maison Asrar Legacy costs £39, so Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal is £9.10 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Maison Asrar Legacy?

Atlas ratings give Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal 6.5 out of 10 for longevity and Maison Asrar Legacy 7.8 out of 10, so Maison Asrar Legacy rates higher.

Which projects more, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Maison Asrar Legacy?

Atlas ratings give Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal 6.0 out of 10 for projection and Maison Asrar Legacy 7.2 out of 10, so Maison Asrar Legacy rates higher.

Which is closer to Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Maison Asrar Legacy?

Atlas ratings give Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal 8.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Maison Asrar Legacy 8.8 out of 10, so Maison Asrar Legacy rates higher.

Which is better value, Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal or Maison Asrar Legacy?

Atlas ratings give Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Maison Asrar Legacy 8.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

What notes do Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal and Maison Asrar Legacy share?

They share 2 notes: Pear and Musk.

Which occasions suit Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal and Maison Asrar Legacy?

Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal is tagged for Social, Casual, Summer, Daily and Everyday. Maison Asrar Legacy is tagged for Signature, Daytime, Casual, Office, Spring, Summer, Daily, Travel, Everyday and Smart casual.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman vs Ahmed Al Maghribi Azure Royal
  • Ex Nihilo Blue Talisman vs Maison Asrar Legacy

See the full Azure Royal breakdown

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