Maison Alhambra Philos Messenger vs Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Ahmar

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 PuraSwiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Ahmar — dupe of Xerjoff Erba Pura

Comparison

Maison Alhambra Philos MessengerSwiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Ahmar
Overall rating8.1/10 · 1 review8.1/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.0/108.2/10
Projection7.5/107.8/10
Scent accuracy8.2/108.0/10
Value for money8.5/108.5/10
Price£20£35
ConcentrationEDPEDP
GenderUnisexUnisex
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

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Ahmar

Top Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Peach
  • Melon
  • Iris
  • Freesia

Heart Notes

  • Tropical Fruits
  • Amber

Base Notes

  • Musk
  • Vanilla
  • Sandalwood

Shared Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Amber

2 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Ahmar (8.2/10)
  • Projection: Wins Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Ahmar (7.8/10)
  • 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

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