Ajmal Song of Oud vs RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black

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 RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black costs £19.99, so RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black is £43.01 cheaper. They share 2 notes out of 14 distinct notes listed across both (14%). Ajmal Song of Oud is EDP and listed as unisex, while RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black is Extrait and listed as masculine. 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.

RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black

A dark, smoky woody oriental built around saffron, agarwood, and patchouli for a bold masculine impression.

Ajmal Song of Oud, dupe of Initio Oud for GreatnessRiiFFS Goodness Oud Black, dupe of Initio Oud for Greatness

Comparison

Ajmal Song of OudRiiFFS Goodness Oud Black
Overall rating8.0/10 · 1 reviewNo rating
Longevity8.2/10No rating
Projection7.8/10No rating
Scent accuracy7.5/10No rating
Value for money8.5/10No rating
Price£63£19.99
ConcentrationEDPExtrait
GenderUnisexMasculine
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

RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Nutmeg
  • Lavender

Heart Notes

  • Agarwood
  • Oud

Base Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Musk

Shared Notes

  • Oud
  • Musk

2 shared notes.

How the notes differ

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

RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black lists Saffron, Nutmeg, Lavender, Agarwood 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

RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black

  • Oud
  • Lavender
  • Patchouli

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

Vibes

Ajmal Song of Oud

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

RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black

  • Dark
  • Bold
  • Powerful
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Masculine
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental

Both share Powerful, Modern and Oriental. Ajmal Song of Oud also lists Fresh, Clean, Elegant and Sophisticated. RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black also lists Dark, Bold, Warm, Masculine and Gourmand.

Occasions

Ajmal Song of Oud

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

RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black

  • Evening
  • Autumn
  • Formal
  • Winter

Both share Evening and Formal. Ajmal Song of Oud also lists Signature, Daytime, Office and Cooler weather. RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black also lists Autumn and Winter.

Performance

Ajmal Song of Oud

  • Versatile
  • Powerful
  • Excellent longevity

RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black

  • Long lasting
  • Sillage
  • Skin scent
  • Powerful

Both share Powerful. Ajmal Song of Oud also lists Versatile and Excellent longevity. RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black also lists Long lasting, Sillage and Skin scent.

Style lane

Ajmal Song of Oud

  • Fruity woody

RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black

  • Resinous woody

Ajmal Song of Oud lists Fruity woody. RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black lists Resinous 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 RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black (£19.99)

RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black leads on lower price.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Ajmal Song of Oud has 1 community review and RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black has 0.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Ajmal Song of Oud or RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black?

Ajmal Song of Oud costs £63 and RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black costs £19.99, so RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black is £43.01 cheaper.

What notes do Ajmal Song of Oud and RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black share?

They share 2 notes: Oud and Musk.

Which occasions suit Ajmal Song of Oud and RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black?

Ajmal Song of Oud is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime, Office, Formal and Cooler weather. RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black is tagged for Evening, Autumn, Formal and Winter.

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 RiiFFS Goodness Oud Black

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