Assaf Nomad vs IBRAQ Blue Oud

Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.

Both fragrances are inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade.

At a glance

Assaf Nomad costs £129 and IBRAQ Blue Oud costs £59.99, so IBRAQ Blue Oud is £69.01 cheaper. They share 1 note out of 9 distinct notes listed across both (11%). Both are EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade.

Assaf Nomad

Nomad is a smoky oud composition built around wild berries, incense and a benzoin base, inspired by Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade.

IBRAQ Blue Oud

Blue Oud, also known as Al Wafiyah, is a bold leathery oriental fragrance from IBRAQ, widely and repeatedly compared by the community to Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade, pairing stable oud with the delicate freshness of blue lilies.

Assaf Nomad, dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre NomadeIBRAQ Blue Oud, dupe of Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade

Comparison

Assaf NomadIBRAQ Blue Oud
Overall rating7.1/10 · 1 review8.1/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.0/108.5/10
Projection6.8/108.5/10
Scent accuracy7.2/107.8/10
Value for money7.5/108.2/10
Price£129£59.99
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byLouis Vuitton Ombre NomadeLouis Vuitton Ombre Nomade

Notes Comparison

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

Assaf Nomad

Top Notes

  • Wild Berries

Heart Notes

  • Incense

Base Notes

  • Oud
  • Benzoin

IBRAQ Blue Oud

Top Notes

  • Oud
  • Blue Lilies

Heart Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Leather

Base Notes

  • Tobacco
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Oud

1 shared note.

How the notes differ

Assaf Nomad lists Wild Berries, Incense and Benzoin that IBRAQ Blue Oud does not.

IBRAQ Blue Oud lists Blue Lilies, Patchouli, Leather, Tobacco and Amber that Assaf Nomad does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Assaf Nomad

  • Oud
  • Leather
  • Incense

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Oud
  • Floral
  • Leather
  • Patchouli
  • Amber
  • Tobacco

Both share Oud and Leather. Assaf Nomad also lists Incense. IBRAQ Blue Oud also lists Floral, Patchouli, Amber and Tobacco.

Vibes

Assaf Nomad

  • Dark
  • Mysterious

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Bold
  • Mysterious
  • Powerful
  • Dark
  • Luxurious

Both share Dark and Mysterious. IBRAQ Blue Oud also lists Bold, Powerful and Luxurious.

Occasions

Assaf Nomad

  • Evening
  • Winter

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Winter
  • Evening
  • Special occasion
  • Signature

Both share Evening and Winter. IBRAQ Blue Oud also lists Special occasion and Signature.

Performance

Assaf Nomad

  • Moderate projection
  • Moderate longevity

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Long lasting
  • Beast mode
  • Beast
  • Powerful
  • Subtle

Assaf Nomad lists Moderate projection and Moderate longevity. IBRAQ Blue Oud lists Long lasting, Beast mode, Beast, Powerful and Subtle.

Style lane

Assaf Nomad

  • Sweet oud

IBRAQ Blue Oud

  • Leathery oriental

Assaf Nomad lists Sweet oud. IBRAQ Blue Oud lists Leathery oriental.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins IBRAQ Blue Oud (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins IBRAQ Blue Oud (8.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins IBRAQ Blue Oud (7.8/10)
  • Value for money: Wins IBRAQ Blue Oud (8.2/10)
  • Price: Wins IBRAQ Blue Oud (£59.99)

IBRAQ Blue Oud leads on longevity, projection, scent accuracy, value for money and lower price.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Assaf Nomad has 1 community review and IBRAQ Blue Oud has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Assaf Nomad or IBRAQ Blue Oud?

Assaf Nomad costs £129 and IBRAQ Blue Oud costs £59.99, so IBRAQ Blue Oud is £69.01 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Assaf Nomad or IBRAQ Blue Oud?

Atlas ratings give Assaf Nomad 7.0 out of 10 for longevity and IBRAQ Blue Oud 8.5 out of 10, so IBRAQ Blue Oud rates higher.

Which projects more, Assaf Nomad or IBRAQ Blue Oud?

Atlas ratings give Assaf Nomad 6.8 out of 10 for projection and IBRAQ Blue Oud 8.5 out of 10, so IBRAQ Blue Oud rates higher.

Which is closer to Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade, Assaf Nomad or IBRAQ Blue Oud?

Atlas ratings give Assaf Nomad 7.2 out of 10 for scent accuracy and IBRAQ Blue Oud 7.8 out of 10, so IBRAQ Blue Oud rates higher.

Which is better value, Assaf Nomad or IBRAQ Blue Oud?

Atlas ratings give Assaf Nomad 7.5 out of 10 for value for money and IBRAQ Blue Oud 8.2 out of 10, so IBRAQ Blue Oud rates higher.

What notes do Assaf Nomad and IBRAQ Blue Oud share?

They share 1 note: Oud.

Which occasions suit Assaf Nomad and IBRAQ Blue Oud?

Assaf Nomad is tagged for Evening and Winter. IBRAQ Blue Oud is tagged for Winter, Evening, Special occasion and Signature.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.

Compare with the original

  • Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade vs Assaf Nomad
  • Louis Vuitton Ombre Nomade vs IBRAQ Blue Oud

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