ALT. Fragrances Crystal vs The Essence Vault Inspired by Baracatt Rouge 540 - 461

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540.

ALT. Fragrances Crystal — dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540The Essence Vault Inspired by Baracatt Rouge 540 - 461 — dupe of Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540

Comparison

ALT. Fragrances CrystalThe Essence Vault Inspired by Baracatt Rouge 540 - 461
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 review7.5/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.8/107.5/10
Projection7.2/107.2/10
Scent accuracy8.2/107.4/10
Value for money8.0/108.0/10
Price£49.40£25
ConcentrationExtraitEDP
GenderUnisexMasculine
Inspired byMaison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540

Notes Comparison

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

ALT. Fragrances Crystal

Top Notes

  • Amberwood
  • Saffron

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Cedarwood
  • Rosemary

Base Notes

  • Toasted Sugar
  • Ambergris

The Essence Vault Inspired by Baracatt Rouge 540 - 461

Top Notes

  • Blood Orange
  • Citrus

Heart Notes

  • Lavender
  • Sage
  • Saffron

Base Notes

  • Oak
  • Oakmoss
  • Ambergris

Shared Notes

  • Saffron
  • Ambergris

2 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins ALT. Fragrances Crystal (7.8/10)
  • Projection: Tie (7.2/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins ALT. Fragrances Crystal (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (8.0/10)
  • Price: Wins The Essence Vault Inspired by Baracatt Rouge 540 - 461 (£25)

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