Clean Shaven 03 vs RiiFFS Spectre Surge

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Chanel Bleu de Chanel.

At a glance

Clean Shaven 03 costs £14.75 and RiiFFS Spectre Surge costs £40, so Clean Shaven 03 is £25.25 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 18 distinct notes listed across both (17%). Clean Shaven 03 is EDP and listed as masculine, while RiiFFS Spectre Surge is EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Chanel Bleu de Chanel.

Clean Shaven 03

Clean Shaven 03 is the house's take on Bleu de Chanel, one of the best selling men's fragrances in the world, and the comparison is stated directly by the brand itself on the product page rather than inferred from note matching.

RiiFFS Spectre Surge

Spectra Surge is a fresh citrus aromatic fragrance from RiiFFS, blending grapefruit, lemon, and smooth woods into an energetic and modern signature.

Clean Shaven 03, dupe of Chanel Bleu de ChanelRiiFFS Spectre Surge, dupe of Chanel Bleu de Chanel

Comparison

Clean Shaven 03RiiFFS Spectre Surge
Overall rating7.8/10 · 1 review7.6/10 · 1 review
Longevity7.5/107.5/10
Projection6.5/107.0/10
Scent accuracy8.2/107.8/10
Value for money8.8/108.0/10
Price£14.75£40
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderMasculineUnisex
Inspired byChanel Bleu de ChanelChanel Bleu de Chanel

Notes Comparison

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

Clean Shaven 03

Top Notes

  • Grapefruit
  • Lemon
  • Mint

Heart Notes

  • Ginger
  • Nutmeg
  • Jasmine

Base Notes

  • Sandalwood
  • Cedarwood
  • Labdanum

RiiFFS Spectre Surge

Top Notes

  • Grapefruit
  • Lemon
  • Pink Pepper

Heart Notes

  • Vetiver
  • Dry Wood
  • Sage
  • Melon
  • Coconut

Base Notes

  • Cedarwood
  • Cashmere
  • Vanilla
  • Tonka Bean
  • Vetiver

Shared Notes

  • Grapefruit
  • Lemon
  • Cedarwood

3 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Clean Shaven 03 lists Mint, Ginger, Nutmeg, Jasmine, Sandalwood and Labdanum that RiiFFS Spectre Surge does not.

RiiFFS Spectre Surge lists Pink Pepper, Vetiver, Dry Wood, Sage, Melon, Coconut, Cashmere, Vanilla and Tonka Bean that Clean Shaven 03 does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Clean Shaven 03

  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Citrus
  • Aromatic
  • Incense

RiiFFS Spectre Surge

  • Sweet
  • Woody
  • Fresh
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Fruity
  • Earthy
  • Aromatic
  • Coconut
  • Spicy

Both share Woody, Fresh, Citrus and Aromatic. Clean Shaven 03 also lists Amber and Incense. RiiFFS Spectre Surge also lists Sweet, Vanilla, Fruity, Earthy, Coconut and Spicy.

Vibes

Clean Shaven 03

  • Fresh
  • Clean

RiiFFS Spectre Surge

  • Fresh
  • Clean
  • Sweet
  • Playful
  • Modern
  • Sporty

Both share Fresh and Clean. RiiFFS Spectre Surge also lists Sweet, Playful, Modern and Sporty.

Occasions

Clean Shaven 03

  • Signature
  • Evening
  • Daytime
  • Office

RiiFFS Spectre Surge

  • Signature
  • Daytime
  • Casual
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Everyday
  • Gym
  • Outdoor

Both share Signature and Daytime. Clean Shaven 03 also lists Evening and Office. RiiFFS Spectre Surge also lists Casual, Spring, Summer, Everyday, Gym and Outdoor.

Performance

Clean Shaven 03

  • Versatile

RiiFFS Spectre Surge

  • Subtle

Clean Shaven 03 lists Versatile. RiiFFS Spectre Surge lists Subtle.

Style lane

Clean Shaven 03

  • Woody aromatic

RiiFFS Spectre Surge

  • Citrus aromatic

Clean Shaven 03 lists Woody aromatic. RiiFFS Spectre Surge lists Citrus aromatic.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Tie (7.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins RiiFFS Spectre Surge (7.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Clean Shaven 03 (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Clean Shaven 03 (8.8/10)
  • Price: Wins Clean Shaven 03 (£14.75)

Clean Shaven 03 leads on scent accuracy, value for money and lower price, while RiiFFS Spectre Surge leads on projection. They are level on longevity.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Clean Shaven 03 has 1 community review and RiiFFS Spectre Surge has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Clean Shaven 03 or RiiFFS Spectre Surge?

Clean Shaven 03 costs £14.75 and RiiFFS Spectre Surge costs £40, so Clean Shaven 03 is £25.25 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Clean Shaven 03 or RiiFFS Spectre Surge?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 03 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and RiiFFS Spectre Surge 7.5 out of 10, so they rate the same.

Which projects more, Clean Shaven 03 or RiiFFS Spectre Surge?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 03 6.5 out of 10 for projection and RiiFFS Spectre Surge 7.0 out of 10, so RiiFFS Spectre Surge rates higher.

Which is closer to Chanel Bleu de Chanel, Clean Shaven 03 or RiiFFS Spectre Surge?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 03 8.2 out of 10 for scent accuracy and RiiFFS Spectre Surge 7.8 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 03 rates higher.

Which is better value, Clean Shaven 03 or RiiFFS Spectre Surge?

Atlas ratings give Clean Shaven 03 8.8 out of 10 for value for money and RiiFFS Spectre Surge 8.0 out of 10, so Clean Shaven 03 rates higher.

What notes do Clean Shaven 03 and RiiFFS Spectre Surge share?

They share 3 notes: Grapefruit, Lemon and Cedarwood.

Which occasions suit Clean Shaven 03 and RiiFFS Spectre Surge?

Clean Shaven 03 is tagged for Signature, Evening, Daytime and Office. RiiFFS Spectre Surge is tagged for Signature, Daytime, Casual, Spring, Summer, Everyday, Gym and Outdoor.

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

Compare with the original

  • Chanel Bleu de Chanel vs Clean Shaven 03
  • Chanel Bleu de Chanel vs RiiFFS Spectre Surge

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