Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa 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

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa costs £38 and Hamidi Oud Greatness costs £24.99, so Hamidi Oud Greatness is £13.01 cheaper. They share 5 notes out of 10 distinct notes listed across both (50%). Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa is EDP and listed as masculine, while Hamidi Oud Greatness is EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Initio Oud for Greatness.

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa

Oud Khalifa by Al Aneeq is a commanding spicy oud incense fragrance that captures the magnetic darkness of Initio Oud for Greatness through aromatic lavender, glowing saffron spice, earthy patchouli vetiver depth, and a smoky musky oud base.

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.

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa, dupe of Initio Oud for GreatnessHamidi Oud Greatness, dupe of Initio Oud for Greatness

Comparison

Al Aneeq Oud KhalifaHamidi Oud Greatness
Overall rating8.8/10 · 1 review7.3/10 · 1 review
Longevity9.0/107.5/10
Projection8.5/107.0/10
Scent accuracy8.5/107.0/10
Value for money9.0/108.0/10
Price£38£24.99
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineUnisex
Inspired byInitio Oud for GreatnessInitio Oud for Greatness

Notes Comparison

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

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa

Top Notes

  • Lavender
  • Saffron
  • Nutmeg

Heart Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Vetiver

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Oud
  • Incense

Hamidi Oud Greatness

Top Notes

  • Lavender
  • Saffron
  • Nutmeg

Heart Notes

  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Natural Oud Wood

Base Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Musk

Shared Notes

  • Lavender
  • Saffron
  • Nutmeg
  • Patchouli
  • Musk

5 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa lists Vetiver, Oud and Incense that Hamidi Oud Greatness does not.

Hamidi Oud Greatness lists Agarwood (Oud) and Natural Oud Wood that Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa

  • Musky
  • Oud
  • Smoky
  • Earthy
  • Aromatic
  • Lavender
  • Patchouli
  • Resinous
  • Incense
  • Spicy

Hamidi Oud Greatness

  • Oud
  • Lavender
  • Patchouli

Both share Oud, Lavender and Patchouli. Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa also lists Musky, Smoky, Earthy, Aromatic, Resinous, Incense and Spicy.

Vibes

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa

  • Clean
  • Dark
  • Bold
  • Modern
  • Classic
  • Masculine
  • Luxurious

Hamidi Oud Greatness

  • Dark
  • Intense
  • Modern

Both share Dark and Modern. Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa also lists Clean, Bold, Classic, Masculine and Luxurious. Hamidi Oud Greatness also lists Intense.

Occasions

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa

  • Formal

Hamidi Oud Greatness

  • Evening
  • Cold weather

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa lists Formal. Hamidi Oud Greatness lists Evening and Cold weather.

Performance

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa

  • Strong projection
  • Beast mode
  • Beast

Hamidi Oud Greatness

  • Long lasting

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa lists Strong projection, Beast mode and Beast. Hamidi Oud Greatness lists Long lasting.

Style lane

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa

  • Incense oud

Hamidi Oud Greatness

  • Spicy woody

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa lists Incense oud. Hamidi Oud Greatness lists Spicy woody.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa (9.0/10)
  • Projection: Wins Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa (8.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa (8.5/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Hamidi Oud Greatness (£24.99)

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa 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. Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa has 1 community review and Hamidi Oud Greatness has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa or Hamidi Oud Greatness?

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa costs £38 and Hamidi Oud Greatness costs £24.99, so Hamidi Oud Greatness is £13.01 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa or Hamidi Oud Greatness?

Atlas ratings give Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa 9.0 out of 10 for longevity and Hamidi Oud Greatness 7.5 out of 10, so Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa rates higher.

Which projects more, Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa or Hamidi Oud Greatness?

Atlas ratings give Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa 8.5 out of 10 for projection and Hamidi Oud Greatness 7.0 out of 10, so Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa rates higher.

Which is closer to Initio Oud for Greatness, Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa or Hamidi Oud Greatness?

Atlas ratings give Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa 8.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Hamidi Oud Greatness 7.0 out of 10, so Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa rates higher.

Which is better value, Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa or Hamidi Oud Greatness?

Atlas ratings give Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa 9.0 out of 10 for value for money and Hamidi Oud Greatness 8.0 out of 10, so Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa rates higher.

What notes do Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa and Hamidi Oud Greatness share?

They share 5 notes: Lavender, Saffron, Nutmeg, Patchouli and Musk.

Which occasions suit Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa and Hamidi Oud Greatness?

Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa is tagged for Formal. 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 Al Aneeq Oud Khalifa
  • Initio Oud for Greatness vs Hamidi Oud Greatness

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