Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos vs Maison Alhambra Philos Pura
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Xerjoff Erba Pura.
At a glance
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos costs £18.99 and Maison Alhambra Philos Pura costs £14, so Maison Alhambra Philos Pura is £4.99 cheaper. They share 1 note out of 13 distinct notes listed across both (8%). Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos is EDP and listed as feminine, while Maison Alhambra Philos Pura is EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Xerjoff Erba Pura.
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos
An amber oriental Eau de Parfum for women, launched 2022 as part of Al Wataniah's Eternal collection and sold by at least one specialist dupe retailer as an alternative to Xerjoff's Erba Pura.
Maison Alhambra Philos Pura
Maison Alhambra Philos Pura is a bright citrus fruity fragrance inspired by Xerjoff Erba Pura, opening with orange, bergamot and lemon before settling into a sweet vanilla, amber and white musk base.
Comparison
| Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos | Maison Alhambra Philos Pura | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.1/10 · 1 review | 8.0/10 · 2 reviews |
| Longevity | 7.2/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Projection | 6.8/10 | 7.3/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 6.5/10 | 8.3/10 |
| Value for money | 8.0/10 | 9.0/10 |
| Price | £18.99 | £14 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Feminine | Unisex |
| Inspired by | Xerjoff Erba Pura | Xerjoff Erba Pura |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos
Top Notes
Heart Notes
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Maison Alhambra Philos Pura
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
1 shared note.
How the notes differ
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos lists Cypriol Oil (Nagarmotha), Saffron, Cardamom, Vanilla, Guaiac Wood and Coumarin that Maison Alhambra Philos Pura does not.
Maison Alhambra Philos Pura lists Orange, Bergamot, Lemon, Fruity Notes, Madagascar Vanilla and Amber that Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos lists Sweet, Woody, Fresh, Musky, Citrus, Vanilla, Fruity, Earthy and Oriental.
Vibes
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos lists Fresh, Sweet, Sophisticated, Warm, Oriental and Luxurious.
Occasions
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos lists Signature, Evening, Autumn, Winter, Night out and Cooler weather.
Performance
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos lists Sillage, Moderate sillage and Moderate longevity.
Style lane
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos lists Amber oriental.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Pura (8.0/10)
- Projection: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Pura (7.3/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Pura (8.3/10)
- Value for money: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Pura (9.0/10)
- Price: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Pura (£14)
Maison Alhambra Philos Pura leads on longevity, projection, scent accuracy, value for money and lower price.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos has 1 community review and Maison Alhambra Philos Pura has 2.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos or Maison Alhambra Philos Pura?
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos costs £18.99 and Maison Alhambra Philos Pura costs £14, so Maison Alhambra Philos Pura is £4.99 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos or Maison Alhambra Philos Pura?
Atlas ratings give Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos 7.2 out of 10 for longevity and Maison Alhambra Philos Pura 8.0 out of 10, so Maison Alhambra Philos Pura rates higher.
Which projects more, Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos or Maison Alhambra Philos Pura?
Atlas ratings give Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos 6.8 out of 10 for projection and Maison Alhambra Philos Pura 7.3 out of 10, so Maison Alhambra Philos Pura rates higher.
Which is closer to Xerjoff Erba Pura, Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos or Maison Alhambra Philos Pura?
Atlas ratings give Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos 6.5 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Maison Alhambra Philos Pura 8.3 out of 10, so Maison Alhambra Philos Pura rates higher.
Which is better value, Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos or Maison Alhambra Philos Pura?
Atlas ratings give Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos 8.0 out of 10 for value for money and Maison Alhambra Philos Pura 9.0 out of 10, so Maison Alhambra Philos Pura rates higher.
What notes do Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos and Maison Alhambra Philos Pura share?
They share 1 note: White Musk.
Which occasions suit Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos and Maison Alhambra Philos Pura?
Al Wataniah Durrat Al Aroos is tagged for Signature, Evening, Autumn, Winter, Night out and Cooler weather.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.