Ahmed Al Maghribi Bin Shaikh vs Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale

The Scent Atlas community has tested both. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Initio Oud for Greatness.

Ahmed Al Maghribi Bin Shaikh — dupe of Initio Oud for GreatnessSwiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale — dupe of Initio Oud for Greatness

Comparison

Ahmed Al Maghribi Bin ShaikhSwiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale
Overall rating8.0/10 · 1 review8.7/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/109.0/10
Projection8.0/108.5/10
Scent accuracy7.5/108.2/10
Value for money8.0/109.0/10
Price£60£40
ConcentrationExtraitEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byInitio Oud for GreatnessInitio Oud for Greatness

Notes Comparison

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

Ahmed Al Maghribi Bin Shaikh

Top Notes

  • French Lavender
  • Saffron
  • Rose
  • Citrus
  • Oakmoss

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Orchid
  • Sugar
  • Violet
  • Incense Bakhoor

Base Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Ambroxan
  • White Musk
  • Amber

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Lavender

Heart Notes

  • Nutmeg
  • Oud

Base Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Musk

Shared Notes

  • Saffron
  • Patchouli

2 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale (9.0/10)
  • Projection: Wins Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale (8.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale (£40)

See the full Bin Shaikh breakdown

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