Ard Al Zaafaran Dirham Gold 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.

Ard Al Zaafaran Dirham Gold — dupe of Xerjoff Erba PuraMaison Alhambra Philos Messenger — dupe of Xerjoff Erba Pura

Comparison

Ard Al Zaafaran Dirham GoldMaison Alhambra Philos Messenger
Overall rating7.6/10 · 1 review8.1/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/108.0/10
Projection7.0/107.5/10
Scent accuracy7.5/108.2/10
Value for money8.5/108.5/10
Price£13£20
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineUnisex
Inspired byXerjoff Erba PuraXerjoff Erba Pura

Notes Comparison

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

Ard Al Zaafaran Dirham Gold

Top Notes

  • Pineapple
  • Bergamot
  • Lemon

Heart Notes

  • Jasmine
  • Rose

Base Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Amber
  • Musk
  • Sandalwood

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
  • Lemon
  • Amber

3 shared notes.

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: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Dirham Gold (£13)

See the full Dirham Gold breakdown

See the full Philos Messenger breakdown

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