Assaf Frankel Black Elixir vs VURV Cygnus

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Creed Aventus.

Assaf Frankel Black Elixir — dupe of Creed AventusVURV Cygnus — dupe of Creed Aventus

Comparison

Assaf Frankel Black ElixirVURV Cygnus
Overall rating7.1/10 · 1 reviews7.7/10 · 1 reviews
Longevity7.5/107.5/10
Projection7.0/107.0/10
Scent accuracy6.8/107.8/10
Value for money7.2/108.5/10
Price£96.96£21
ConcentrationExtraitEDP
GenderMasculineMasculine
Inspired byCreed AventusCreed Aventus

Notes Comparison

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

Assaf Frankel Black Elixir

Top Notes

  • Iris
  • Lemon

Heart Notes

  • Violet
  • Basil
  • Vetiver

Base Notes

  • Amber
  • Vanilla
  • Cedarwood
  • Musk

VURV Cygnus

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Pineapple
  • Blackcurrant
  • Apple

Heart Notes

  • Birch
  • Patchouli
  • Moroccan Jasmine
  • Rose

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Oakmoss
  • Ambergris
  • Vanilla Pod

Shared Notes

  • Musk

1 shared note.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Tie (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins VURV Cygnus (7.8/10)
  • Value for money: Wins VURV Cygnus (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins VURV Cygnus (£21)

See the full Frankel Black Elixir breakdown

See the full Cygnus breakdown

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