Ard Al Zaafaran Thara Al Oud vs Swiss Arabian Oud Maknoon

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Gucci Guilty Absolute.

Ard Al Zaafaran Thara Al Oud — dupe of Gucci Guilty AbsoluteSwiss Arabian Oud Maknoon — dupe of Gucci Guilty Absolute

Comparison

Ard Al Zaafaran Thara Al OudSwiss Arabian Oud Maknoon
Overall rating8.4/10 · 1 review7.9/10 · 1 review
LongevityNo rating8.2/10
ProjectionNo rating7.5/10
Scent accuracyNo rating8.0/10
Value for money9.2/107.8/10
Price£22£32
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineMasculine
Inspired byGucci Guilty AbsoluteGucci Guilty Absolute

Notes Comparison

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

Ard Al Zaafaran Thara Al Oud

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Nepalese Oud
  • Spices

Heart Notes

  • Rose
  • Amber
  • Raspberry

Base Notes

  • Leather
  • Musk
  • Incense
  • Patchouli
  • Sandalwood

Swiss Arabian Oud Maknoon

Top Notes

  • Pepper
  • Artemisia

Heart Notes

  • Rose
  • Orris
  • Chamomile

Base Notes

  • Leather
  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Musk
  • Sandalwood

Shared Notes

  • Rose
  • Leather
  • Musk
  • Sandalwood

4 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Swiss Arabian Oud Maknoon (8.2/10)
  • Projection: Wins Swiss Arabian Oud Maknoon (7.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Swiss Arabian Oud Maknoon (8.0/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Thara Al Oud (9.2/10)
  • Price: Wins Ard Al Zaafaran Thara Al Oud (£22)

See the full Thara Al Oud breakdown

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