Ahmed Al Maghribi Bin Shaikh vs Zimaya Oud Is Great

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 GreatnessZimaya Oud Is Great — dupe of Initio Oud for Greatness

Comparison

Ahmed Al Maghribi Bin ShaikhZimaya Oud Is Great
Overall rating8.0/10 · 1 review8.4/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/108.5/10
Projection8.0/108.2/10
Scent accuracy7.5/108.0/10
Value for money8.0/108.8/10
Price£60£30
ConcentrationExtraitExtrait
GenderUnisexMasculine
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

Zimaya Oud Is Great

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Nutmeg
  • Lavender

Heart Notes

  • Agarwood (Oud)

Base Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Musk

Shared Notes

  • Saffron
  • Patchouli
  • Agarwood (Oud)

3 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Zimaya Oud Is Great (8.2/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Zimaya Oud Is Great (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Zimaya Oud Is Great (8.8/10)
  • Price: Wins Zimaya Oud Is Great (£30)

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