Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger vs Rasasi Musk Al Amir

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Xerjoff Erba Pura.

Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger — dupe of Xerjoff Erba PuraRasasi Musk Al Amir — dupe of Xerjoff Erba Pura

Comparison

Maison Alhambra Philos MessengerRasasi Musk Al Amir
Overall rating8.1/10 · 1 review8.0/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.0/108.2/10
Projection7.5/107.5/10
Scent accuracy8.2/107.8/10
Value for money8.5/108.5/10
Price£20£45
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexFeminine
Inspired byXerjoff Erba PuraXerjoff Erba Pura

Notes Comparison

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

Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger

Top Notes

  • Fruity Notes
  • Orange
  • Lemon
  • Bergamot

Heart Notes

  • Fruity Notes
  • Amber

Base Notes

  • White Musk
  • Madagascar Vanilla
  • Amber

Rasasi Musk Al Amir

Top Notes

  • Citrus
  • Green Notes
  • Pineapple

Heart Notes

  • Rose
  • Jasmine
  • Orange Blossom
  • Violet

Base Notes

  • Honey
  • Vanilla
  • Caramel
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • Amber

1 shared note.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Rasasi Musk Al Amir (8.2/10)
  • Projection: Tie (7.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (8.5/10)
  • Price: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger (£20)

See the full Philos Messenger breakdown

See the full Musk Al Amir breakdown

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