Ard Al Zaafaran Caramel Oud vs Marks & Spencer Soft Oud

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Lancôme Oud Bouquet.

Ard Al Zaafaran Caramel Oud — dupe of Lancôme Oud BouquetMarks & Spencer Soft Oud — dupe of Lancôme Oud Bouquet

Comparison

Ard Al Zaafaran Caramel OudMarks & Spencer Soft Oud
Overall rating8.3/10 · 1 review6.6/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.2/106.0/10
Projection8.1/105.5/10
Scent accuracy8.0/107.0/10
Value for money9.2/108.0/10
Price£20£12
ConcentrationEDPEDT
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byLancôme Oud BouquetLancôme Oud Bouquet

Notes Comparison

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

Ard Al Zaafaran Caramel Oud

Top Notes

  • Pear
  • Mandarin Orange
  • Pink Pepper

Heart Notes

  • Caramel
  • Jasmine
  • Orange Blossom

Base Notes

  • Oud
  • Amber
  • Vanilla
  • Sandalwood

Marks & Spencer Soft Oud

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Black Pepper

Heart Notes

  • Damascus Rose
  • Geranium

Base Notes

  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Patchouli
  • Dark Amber

Shared Notes

No identical notes are recorded in both note pyramids.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Caramel Oud (8.2/10)
  • Projection: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Caramel Oud (8.1/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Caramel Oud (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Caramel Oud (9.2/10)
  • Price: Wins Marks & Spencer Soft Oud (£12)

See the full Caramel Oud breakdown

See the full Soft Oud breakdown

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