Hamidi Oud Greatness vs Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Atlas reviewed. Here's how they stack up on performance, accuracy and value.
Both fragrances are inspired by Initio Oud for Greatness.
At a glance
Hamidi Oud Greatness costs £24.99 and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud costs £43, so Hamidi Oud Greatness is £18.01 cheaper. They share 2 notes out of 16 distinct notes listed across both (13%). Hamidi Oud Greatness is EDP and listed as unisex, while Rasasi Taaj Al Oud is EDP and listed as masculine. Both are inspired by Initio Oud for Greatness.
Hamidi Oud Greatness
Oud Greatness is Hamidi's spiced, resinous take on the modern niche oud template popularised by Initio's Oud for Greatness, built around lavender and saffron over a dense agarwood base.
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud is a modern saffron oud fragrance blending aromatic lavender, smoky incense, sugary ambergris, and polished woody oud into a luxurious mineral gourmand composition inspired by Oud for Greatness and modern niche amber oud perfumes.
Comparison
| Hamidi Oud Greatness | Rasasi Taaj Al Oud | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 7.3/10 · 1 review | 8.5/10 · 1 review |
| Longevity | 7.5/10 | 8.8/10 |
| Projection | 7.0/10 | 8.4/10 |
| Scent accuracy | 7.0/10 | 8.2/10 |
| Value for money | 8.0/10 | 8.5/10 |
| Price | £24.99 | £43 |
| Concentration | EDP | EDP |
| Gender | Unisex | Masculine |
| Inspired by | Initio Oud for Greatness | Initio Oud for Greatness |
Notes Comparison
Compare the note structure of both fragrances and see which notes they share.
Hamidi Oud Greatness
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
2 shared notes.
How the notes differ
Hamidi Oud Greatness lists Nutmeg, Agarwood (Oud), Natural Oud Wood, Patchouli and Musk that Rasasi Taaj Al Oud does not.
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud lists Aromatic Notes, Spices, Cedarwood, Floral Notes, Incense, Ambergris, Sugar, Moss and Oud that Hamidi Oud Greatness does not.
Accords, vibes and occasions
Main accords
Hamidi Oud Greatness
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
- Sweet
- Woody
- Amber
- Floral
- Gourmand
- Oud
- Smoky
- Herbal
- Aromatic
- Lavender
- Animalic
- Mineral
- Warm spicy
- Resinous
- Incense
- Spicy
Both share Oud and Lavender. Hamidi Oud Greatness also lists Patchouli. Rasasi Taaj Al Oud also lists Sweet, Woody, Amber, Floral, Gourmand, Smoky, Herbal, Aromatic, Animalic, Mineral, Warm spicy, Resinous, Incense and Spicy.
Vibes
Hamidi Oud Greatness
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Both share Dark and Modern. Hamidi Oud Greatness also lists Intense. Rasasi Taaj Al Oud also lists Clean, Sweet, Elegant, Powerful, Sophisticated, Warm, Gourmand and Luxurious.
Occasions
Hamidi Oud Greatness
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Both share Evening. Hamidi Oud Greatness also lists Cold weather. Rasasi Taaj Al Oud also lists Black tie.
Performance
Hamidi Oud Greatness
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Hamidi Oud Greatness lists Long lasting. Rasasi Taaj Al Oud lists Strong projection, Versatile, Powerful and Subtle.
Style lane
Hamidi Oud Greatness
Rasasi Taaj Al Oud
Hamidi Oud Greatness lists Spicy woody. Rasasi Taaj Al Oud lists Smooth woody.
Quick verdict
- Longevity: Wins Rasasi Taaj Al Oud (8.8/10)
- Projection: Wins Rasasi Taaj Al Oud (8.4/10)
- Scent accuracy: Wins Rasasi Taaj Al Oud (8.2/10)
- Value for money: Wins Rasasi Taaj Al Oud (8.5/10)
- Price: Wins Hamidi Oud Greatness (£24.99)
Hamidi Oud Greatness leads on lower price, while Rasasi Taaj Al Oud leads on longevity, projection, scent accuracy and value for money.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Hamidi Oud Greatness has 1 community review and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud has 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Hamidi Oud Greatness or Rasasi Taaj Al Oud?
Hamidi Oud Greatness costs £24.99 and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud costs £43, so Hamidi Oud Greatness is £18.01 cheaper.
Which lasts longer, Hamidi Oud Greatness or Rasasi Taaj Al Oud?
Atlas ratings give Hamidi Oud Greatness 7.5 out of 10 for longevity and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud 8.8 out of 10, so Rasasi Taaj Al Oud rates higher.
Which projects more, Hamidi Oud Greatness or Rasasi Taaj Al Oud?
Atlas ratings give Hamidi Oud Greatness 7.0 out of 10 for projection and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud 8.4 out of 10, so Rasasi Taaj Al Oud rates higher.
Which is closer to Initio Oud for Greatness, Hamidi Oud Greatness or Rasasi Taaj Al Oud?
Atlas ratings give Hamidi Oud Greatness 7.0 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud 8.2 out of 10, so Rasasi Taaj Al Oud rates higher.
Which is better value, Hamidi Oud Greatness or Rasasi Taaj Al Oud?
Atlas ratings give Hamidi Oud Greatness 8.0 out of 10 for value for money and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud 8.5 out of 10, so Rasasi Taaj Al Oud rates higher.
What notes do Hamidi Oud Greatness and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud share?
They share 2 notes: Lavender and Saffron.
Which occasions suit Hamidi Oud Greatness and Rasasi Taaj Al Oud?
Hamidi Oud Greatness is tagged for Evening and Cold weather. Rasasi Taaj Al Oud is tagged for Evening and Black tie.
Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis.