Armaf Aura vs The Essence Vault Inspired by Invictus - 157

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Paco Rabanne Invictus.

Armaf Aura — dupe of Paco Rabanne InvictusThe Essence Vault Inspired by Invictus - 157 — dupe of Paco Rabanne Invictus

Comparison

Armaf AuraThe Essence Vault Inspired by Invictus - 157
Overall rating7.5/10 · 1 review7.0/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.8/106.5/10
Projection6.5/106.0/10
Scent accuracy7.2/107.5/10
Value for money8.5/108.5/10
Price£13£30
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexMasculine
Inspired byPaco Rabanne InvictusPaco Rabanne Invictus

Notes Comparison

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

Armaf Aura

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Citrus Notes
  • Cardamom
  • Apple

Heart Notes

  • Iris
  • Violet
  • Pepper
  • Lavender
  • Geranium

Base Notes

  • Vetiver
  • Sandalwood
  • Musk
  • Amber

The Essence Vault Inspired by Invictus - 157

Top Notes

  • Marine notes
  • Grapefruit Peel

Heart Notes

  • Bay Leaf

Base Notes

  • Guaiac Wood
  • Patchouli
  • Ambergris

Shared Notes

No identical notes are recorded in both note pyramids.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Armaf Aura (7.8/10)
  • Projection: Wins Armaf Aura (6.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins The Essence Vault Inspired by Invictus - 157 (7.5/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Armaf Aura (£13)

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