Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire vs Maison Asrar Hikaya

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Montale Arabians Tonka.

At a glance

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire costs £70 and Maison Asrar Hikaya costs £54, so Maison Asrar Hikaya is £16 cheaper. They share 1 note out of 18 distinct notes listed across both (6%). Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire is Extrait and listed as masculine, while Maison Asrar Hikaya is EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Montale Arabians Tonka.

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire

Opulent Sapphire by Al Haramain is a smooth aromatic amber fragrance with a crisp citrus lift, floral woody heart, and a refined musky drydown.

Maison Asrar Hikaya

Maison Asrar Hikaya is a warm saffron and praline gourmand amber fragrance that a retailer positions as an interpretation of Montale Arabians Tonka, opening with saffron, praline and bergamot before a rose and caramel heart settles into a sweet, musky ambergris and vanilla base.

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire, dupe of Montale Arabians TonkaMaison Asrar Hikaya, dupe of Montale Arabians Tonka

Comparison

Al Haramain Opulent SapphireMaison Asrar Hikaya
Overall rating7.3/10 · 1 review7.5/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.0/107.5/10
Projection6.5/107.0/10
Scent accuracy7.5/107.5/10
Value for money8.0/108.0/10
Price£70£54
ConcentrationExtraitEDP
GenderMasculineUnisex
Inspired byMontale Arabians TonkaMontale Arabians Tonka

Notes Comparison

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

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire

Top Notes

  • Mint
  • Lemon
  • Basil
  • Lemon
  • Verbena

Heart Notes

  • Lavender
  • Jasmine
  • Rosemary

Base Notes

  • Amber
  • Musk
  • Sandalwood

Maison Asrar Hikaya

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Praline
  • Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Cashmere Wood
  • Rose
  • Caramel

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Ambergris
  • Vanilla

Shared Notes

  • Musk

1 shared note.

How the notes differ

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire lists Mint, Lemon, Basil, Verbena, Lavender, Jasmine, Rosemary, Amber and Sandalwood that Maison Asrar Hikaya does not.

Maison Asrar Hikaya lists Saffron, Praline, Bergamot, Cashmere Wood, Rose, Caramel, Ambergris and Vanilla that Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Oud
  • Herbal
  • Aromatic
  • Lavender
  • Green
  • Resinous
  • Oriental

Maison Asrar Hikaya

  • Sweet
  • Amber
  • Musky
  • Floral
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Fruity
  • Rose
  • Caramel
  • Nutty
  • Salty
  • Oriental

Both share Amber, Musky, Floral, Citrus and Oriental. Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire also lists Woody, Fresh, Oud, Herbal, Aromatic, Lavender, Green and Resinous. Maison Asrar Hikaya also lists Sweet, Vanilla, Gourmand, Fruity, Rose, Caramel, Nutty and Salty.

Vibes

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire

  • Fresh
  • Elegant

Maison Asrar Hikaya

  • Sweet
  • Warm
  • Cosy
  • Light
  • Gourmand
  • Oriental
  • Luxurious

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire lists Fresh and Elegant. Maison Asrar Hikaya lists Sweet, Warm, Cosy, Light, Gourmand, Oriental and Luxurious.

Occasions

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Daytime

Maison Asrar Hikaya

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Autumn
  • Winter
  • Date night
  • Cold weather

Both share Signature and Evening. Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire also lists Daytime. Maison Asrar Hikaya also lists Autumn, Winter, Date night and Cold weather.

Performance

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire

  • Versatile
  • Subtle

Maison Asrar Hikaya

  • Moderate projection
  • Moderate longevity

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire lists Versatile and Subtle. Maison Asrar Hikaya lists Moderate projection and Moderate longevity.

Style lane

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire

  • Floral woody

Maison Asrar Hikaya

  • Gourmand amber

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire lists Floral woody. Maison Asrar Hikaya lists Gourmand amber.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Maison Asrar Hikaya (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Maison Asrar Hikaya (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Tie (7.5/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (8.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Maison Asrar Hikaya (£54)

Maison Asrar Hikaya leads on longevity, projection and lower price. They are level on scent accuracy and value for money.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire has 1 community review and Maison Asrar Hikaya has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire or Maison Asrar Hikaya?

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire costs £70 and Maison Asrar Hikaya costs £54, so Maison Asrar Hikaya is £16 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire or Maison Asrar Hikaya?

Atlas ratings give Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire 7.0 out of 10 for longevity and Maison Asrar Hikaya 7.5 out of 10, so Maison Asrar Hikaya rates higher.

Which projects more, Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire or Maison Asrar Hikaya?

Atlas ratings give Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire 6.5 out of 10 for projection and Maison Asrar Hikaya 7.0 out of 10, so Maison Asrar Hikaya rates higher.

Which is closer to Montale Arabians Tonka, Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire or Maison Asrar Hikaya?

Atlas ratings give Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire 7.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Maison Asrar Hikaya 7.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which is better value, Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire or Maison Asrar Hikaya?

Atlas ratings give Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire 8.0 out of 10 for value for money and Maison Asrar Hikaya 8.0 out of 10, so they rate the same.

What notes do Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire and Maison Asrar Hikaya share?

They share 1 note: Musk.

Which occasions suit Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire and Maison Asrar Hikaya?

Al Haramain Opulent Sapphire is tagged for Signature, Evening and Daytime. Maison Asrar Hikaya is tagged for Signature, Evening, Autumn, Winter, Date night and Cold weather.

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

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