Ajmal Song of Oud vs Hamidi Oud Greatness

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Initio Oud for Greatness.

At a glance

Ajmal Song of Oud costs £63 and Hamidi Oud Greatness costs £24.99, so Hamidi Oud Greatness is £38.01 cheaper. They share 1 note out of 15 distinct notes listed across both (7%). Both are EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Initio Oud for Greatness.

Ajmal Song of Oud

Ajmal Song of Oud is a refined fruity woody oud fragrance with crisp apple bergamot brightness, elegant orris florals and a smooth musky sandalwood oud drydown built around modern niche style luxury.

Hamidi Oud Greatness

Oud Greatness is Hamidi's spiced, resinous take on the modern niche oud template popularised by Initio's Oud for Greatness, built around lavender and saffron over a dense agarwood base.

Ajmal Song of Oud, dupe of Initio Oud for GreatnessHamidi Oud Greatness, dupe of Initio Oud for Greatness

Comparison

Ajmal Song of OudHamidi Oud Greatness
Overall rating8.0/10 · 1 review7.3/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.2/107.5/10
Projection7.8/107.0/10
Scent accuracy7.5/107.0/10
Value for money8.5/108.0/10
Price£63£24.99
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byInitio Oud for GreatnessInitio Oud for Greatness

Notes Comparison

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

Ajmal Song of Oud

Top Notes

  • Apple
  • Bergamot
  • Ginger

Heart Notes

  • Orris Root
  • Jasmine
  • Lily-of-the-Valley

Base Notes

  • Oud
  • Sandalwood
  • Musk

Hamidi Oud Greatness

Top Notes

  • Lavender
  • Saffron
  • Nutmeg

Heart Notes

  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Natural Oud Wood

Base Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Musk

Shared Notes

  • Musk

1 shared note.

How the notes differ

Ajmal Song of Oud lists Apple, Bergamot, Ginger, Orris Root, Jasmine, Lily-of-the-Valley, Oud and Sandalwood that Hamidi Oud Greatness does not.

Hamidi Oud Greatness lists Lavender, Saffron, Nutmeg, Agarwood (Oud), Natural Oud Wood and Patchouli that Ajmal Song of Oud does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Ajmal Song of Oud

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Fruity
  • Oud
  • Smoky
  • Powdery
  • Oriental
  • Spicy

Hamidi Oud Greatness

  • Oud
  • Lavender
  • Patchouli

Both share Oud. Ajmal Song of Oud also lists Woody, Fresh, Musky, Floral, Fruity, Smoky, Powdery, Oriental and Spicy. Hamidi Oud Greatness also lists Lavender and Patchouli.

Vibes

Ajmal Song of Oud

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Elegant
  • Powerful
  • Sophisticated
  • Modern
  • Oriental

Hamidi Oud Greatness

  • Dark
  • Intense
  • Modern

Both share Modern. Ajmal Song of Oud also lists Fresh, Clean, Elegant, Powerful, Sophisticated and Oriental. Hamidi Oud Greatness also lists Dark and Intense.

Occasions

Ajmal Song of Oud

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Daytime
  • Office
  • Formal
  • Cooler weather

Hamidi Oud Greatness

  • Evening
  • Cold weather

Both share Evening. Ajmal Song of Oud also lists Signature, Daytime, Office, Formal and Cooler weather. Hamidi Oud Greatness also lists Cold weather.

Performance

Ajmal Song of Oud

  • Versatile
  • Powerful
  • Excellent longevity

Hamidi Oud Greatness

  • Long lasting

Ajmal Song of Oud lists Versatile, Powerful and Excellent longevity. Hamidi Oud Greatness lists Long lasting.

Style lane

Ajmal Song of Oud

  • Fruity woody

Hamidi Oud Greatness

  • Spicy woody

Ajmal Song of Oud lists Fruity woody. Hamidi Oud Greatness lists Spicy woody.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Ajmal Song of Oud (8.2/10)
  • Projection: Wins Ajmal Song of Oud (7.8/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Ajmal Song of Oud (7.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Ajmal Song of Oud (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Hamidi Oud Greatness (£24.99)

Ajmal Song of Oud leads on longevity, projection, scent accuracy and value for money, while Hamidi Oud Greatness leads on lower price.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Ajmal Song of Oud has 1 community review and Hamidi Oud Greatness has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Ajmal Song of Oud or Hamidi Oud Greatness?

Ajmal Song of Oud costs £63 and Hamidi Oud Greatness costs £24.99, so Hamidi Oud Greatness is £38.01 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Ajmal Song of Oud or Hamidi Oud Greatness?

Atlas ratings give Ajmal Song of Oud 8.2 out of 10 for longevity and Hamidi Oud Greatness 7.5 out of 10, so Ajmal Song of Oud rates higher.

Which projects more, Ajmal Song of Oud or Hamidi Oud Greatness?

Atlas ratings give Ajmal Song of Oud 7.8 out of 10 for projection and Hamidi Oud Greatness 7.0 out of 10, so Ajmal Song of Oud rates higher.

Which is closer to Initio Oud for Greatness, Ajmal Song of Oud or Hamidi Oud Greatness?

Atlas ratings give Ajmal Song of Oud 7.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Hamidi Oud Greatness 7.0 out of 10, so Ajmal Song of Oud rates higher.

Which is better value, Ajmal Song of Oud or Hamidi Oud Greatness?

Atlas ratings give Ajmal Song of Oud 8.5 out of 10 for value for money and Hamidi Oud Greatness 8.0 out of 10, so Ajmal Song of Oud rates higher.

What notes do Ajmal Song of Oud and Hamidi Oud Greatness share?

They share 1 note: Musk.

Which occasions suit Ajmal Song of Oud and Hamidi Oud Greatness?

Ajmal Song of Oud is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime, Office, Formal and Cooler weather. Hamidi Oud Greatness is tagged for Evening and Cold weather.

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

Compare with the original

  • Initio Oud for Greatness vs Ajmal Song of Oud
  • Initio Oud for Greatness vs Hamidi Oud Greatness

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