Al Haramain Royal Musk vs Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger

The Scent Atlas community has tested both. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Xerjoff Erba Pura.

Al Haramain Royal Musk — dupe of Xerjoff Erba PuraMaison Alhambra Philos Messenger — dupe of Xerjoff Erba Pura

Comparison

Al Haramain Royal MuskMaison Alhambra Philos Messenger
Overall rating7.1/10 · 1 review8.1/10 · 1 review
Longevity6.8/108.0/10
Projection6.2/107.5/10
Scent accuracy7.5/108.2/10
Value for money7.8/108.5/10
Price£40£20
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineUnisex
Inspired byXerjoff Erba PuraXerjoff Erba Pura

Notes Comparison

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

Al Haramain Royal Musk

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Pepper
  • Ylang Ylang

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Lily of the Valley
  • Orris Root

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Beeswax

Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger

Top Notes

  • Fruity Notes
  • Orange
  • Lemon
  • Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Fruity Notes
  • Amber

Base Notes

  • White Musk
  • Madagascar Vanilla
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Bergamot

1 shared note.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger (8.0/10)
  • Projection: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger (7.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger (£20)

See the full Royal Musk breakdown

See the full Philos Messenger breakdown

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