Khadlaj Karus Oud Royal vs Zimaya Reserved Oud

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Initio Oud for Greatness.

Khadlaj Karus Oud Royal — dupe of Initio Oud for GreatnessZimaya Reserved Oud — dupe of Initio Oud for Greatness

Comparison

Khadlaj Karus Oud RoyalZimaya Reserved Oud
Overall rating8.0/10 · 1 review8.0/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.5/108.2/10
Projection8.0/107.8/10
Scent accuracy7.5/107.6/10
Value for money8.0/108.5/10
Price£22£23
ConcentrationExtraitEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
Inspired byInitio Oud for GreatnessInitio Oud for Greatness

Notes Comparison

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

Khadlaj Karus Oud Royal

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Nutmeg
  • Lavender

Heart Notes

  • Oud
  • Patchouli

Base Notes

  • Amber
  • Musk
  • Vanilla

Zimaya Reserved Oud

Top Notes

  • Agarwood (Oud)
  • Wild Lavender

Heart Notes

  • Vanilla
  • Powdery Notes
  • Musk

Base Notes

  • Sweet Notes
  • Aromatic Notes
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Amber
  • Musk
  • Vanilla

3 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Khadlaj Karus Oud Royal (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Khadlaj Karus Oud Royal (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Zimaya Reserved Oud (7.6/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Zimaya Reserved Oud (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Khadlaj Karus Oud Royal (£22)

See the full Karus Oud Royal breakdown

See the full Reserved Oud breakdown

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