Maison Alhambra Philos Pura vs Zimaya Rabab

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

Both fragrances are inspired by Xerjoff Erba Pura.

At a glance

Maison Alhambra Philos Pura costs £14 and Zimaya Rabab costs £25, so Maison Alhambra Philos Pura is £11 cheaper. They share 3 notes out of 11 distinct notes listed across both (27%). Both are EDP and listed as unisex. Both are inspired by Xerjoff Erba Pura.

Maison Alhambra Philos Pura

Maison Alhambra Philos Pura is a bright citrus fruity fragrance inspired by Xerjoff Erba Pura, opening with orange, bergamot and lemon before settling into a sweet vanilla, amber and white musk base.

Zimaya Rabab

Launched in 2024, Zimaya Rabab is a radiant fruity citrus musk fragrance that captures the addictive luxury of Xerjoff Erba Pura through a sparkling Sicilian citrus opening, a lush Mediterranean fruit heart, and a creamy white musk vanilla amber dry down with exceptional all season appeal.

Maison Alhambra Philos Pura, dupe of Xerjoff Erba PuraZimaya Rabab, dupe of Xerjoff Erba Pura

Comparison

Maison Alhambra Philos PuraZimaya Rabab
Overall rating8.0/10 · 2 reviews8.6/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.0/108.5/10
Projection7.3/108.0/10
Scent accuracy8.3/108.5/10
Value for money9.0/109.0/10
Price£14£25
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 Pura

Top Notes

  • Orange
  • Bergamot
  • Lemon

Heart Notes

  • Fruity Notes

Base Notes

  • White Musk
  • Madagascar Vanilla
  • Amber

Zimaya Rabab

Top Notes

  • Sicilian Orange
  • Calabrian Bergamot
  • Sicilian Lemon

Heart Notes

  • Mediterranean Fruits

Base Notes

  • White Musk
  • Madagascar Vanilla
  • Amber

Shared Notes

  • White Musk
  • Madagascar Vanilla
  • Amber

3 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Maison Alhambra Philos Pura lists Orange, Bergamot, Lemon and Fruity Notes that Zimaya Rabab does not.

Zimaya Rabab lists Sicilian Orange, Calabrian Bergamot, Sicilian Lemon and Mediterranean Fruits that Maison Alhambra Philos Pura does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Zimaya Rabab

  • Woody
  • Amber
  • Musky
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Fruity
  • Tropical

Zimaya Rabab lists Woody, Amber, Musky, Citrus, Vanilla, Fruity and Tropical.

Vibes

Zimaya Rabab

  • Elegant
  • Warm
  • Classic
  • Feminine
  • Compliment
  • Luxurious

Zimaya Rabab lists Elegant, Warm, Classic, Feminine, Compliment and Luxurious.

Occasions

Zimaya Rabab

  • Signature
  • Daytime
  • Spring
  • Summer
  • Travel
  • Holiday
  • Everyday
  • Warm weather
  • Tropical

Zimaya Rabab lists Signature, Daytime, Spring, Summer, Travel, Holiday, Everyday, Warm weather and Tropical.

Performance

Zimaya Rabab

  • Strong projection
  • Skin scent

Zimaya Rabab lists Strong projection and Skin scent.

Style lane

Zimaya Rabab

  • Musky amber

Zimaya Rabab lists Musky amber.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Zimaya Rabab (8.5/10)
  • Projection: Wins Zimaya Rabab (8.0/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Zimaya Rabab (8.5/10)
  • Value for money: Tie (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Pura (£14)

Maison Alhambra Philos Pura leads on lower price, while Zimaya Rabab leads on longevity, projection and scent accuracy. They are level on value for money.

Atlas ratings combine Scent Atlas community ratings with Atlas AI Analysis. Maison Alhambra Philos Pura has 2 community reviews and Zimaya Rabab has 1.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Maison Alhambra Philos Pura or Zimaya Rabab?

Maison Alhambra Philos Pura costs £14 and Zimaya Rabab costs £25, so Maison Alhambra Philos Pura is £11 cheaper.

Which lasts longer, Maison Alhambra Philos Pura or Zimaya Rabab?

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Philos Pura 8.0 out of 10 for longevity and Zimaya Rabab 8.5 out of 10, so Zimaya Rabab rates higher.

Which projects more, Maison Alhambra Philos Pura or Zimaya Rabab?

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Philos Pura 7.3 out of 10 for projection and Zimaya Rabab 8.0 out of 10, so Zimaya Rabab rates higher.

Which is closer to Xerjoff Erba Pura, Maison Alhambra Philos Pura or Zimaya Rabab?

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Philos Pura 8.3 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Zimaya Rabab 8.5 out of 10, so Zimaya Rabab rates higher.

Which is better value, Maison Alhambra Philos Pura or Zimaya Rabab?

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Philos Pura 9.0 out of 10 for value for money and Zimaya Rabab 9.0 out of 10, so they rate the same.

What notes do Maison Alhambra Philos Pura and Zimaya Rabab share?

They share 3 notes: White Musk, Madagascar Vanilla and Amber.

Which occasions suit Maison Alhambra Philos Pura and Zimaya Rabab?

Zimaya Rabab is tagged for Signature, Daytime, Spring, Summer, Travel, Holiday, Everyday, Warm weather and Tropical.

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

Compare with the original

  • Xerjoff Erba Pura vs Maison Alhambra Philos Pura
  • Xerjoff Erba Pura vs Zimaya Rabab

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