Maison Alhambra Philos Pura vs Zimaya Rabab Blue

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 Blue costs £25, so Maison Alhambra Philos Pura is £11 cheaper. They share 5 notes out of 9 distinct notes listed across both (56%). 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 Blue

Zimaya Rabab Blue is a solar citrus vanilla fragrance that captures the luminous DNA of Xerjoff Erba Pura through a sparkling Sicilian citrus opening, a lush fruity heart, and a creamy white musk vanilla base.

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

Comparison

Maison Alhambra Philos PuraZimaya Rabab Blue
Overall rating8.0/10 · 2 reviews8.0/10 · 1 review
Longevity8.0/108.2/10
Projection7.3/107.8/10
Scent accuracy8.3/107.5/10
Value for money9.0/108.5/10
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 Blue

Top Notes

  • Sicilian Orange
  • Bergamot
  • Lemon

Heart Notes

  • Mediterranean Fruits

Base Notes

  • White Musk
  • Amber
  • Madagascar Vanilla

Shared Notes

  • Bergamot
  • Lemon
  • White Musk
  • Madagascar Vanilla
  • Amber

5 shared notes.

How the notes differ

Maison Alhambra Philos Pura lists Orange and Fruity Notes that Zimaya Rabab Blue does not.

Zimaya Rabab Blue lists Sicilian Orange and Mediterranean Fruits that Maison Alhambra Philos Pura does not.

Accords, vibes and occasions

Main accords

Zimaya Rabab Blue

  • Fresh
  • Amber
  • Citrus
  • Vanilla
  • Gourmand
  • Fruity
  • Aromatic

Zimaya Rabab Blue lists Fresh, Amber, Citrus, Vanilla, Gourmand, Fruity and Aromatic.

Vibes

Zimaya Rabab Blue

  • Fresh
  • Warm
  • Modern
  • Gourmand
  • Compliment

Zimaya Rabab Blue lists Fresh, Warm, Modern, Gourmand and Compliment.

Occasions

Zimaya Rabab Blue

  • Signature
  • Everyday
  • Brunch
  • Outdoor

Zimaya Rabab Blue lists Signature, Everyday, Brunch and Outdoor.

Performance

Zimaya Rabab Blue

  • Strong projection
  • Long lasting

Zimaya Rabab Blue lists Strong projection and Long lasting.

Style lane

Zimaya Rabab Blue

  • Citrus aromatic

Zimaya Rabab Blue lists Citrus aromatic.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Zimaya Rabab Blue (8.2/10)
  • Projection: Wins Zimaya Rabab Blue (7.8/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Pura (8.3/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Pura (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Maison Alhambra Philos Pura (£14)

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Philos Pura 8.0 out of 10 for longevity and Zimaya Rabab Blue 8.2 out of 10, so Zimaya Rabab Blue rates higher.

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

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Philos Pura 7.3 out of 10 for projection and Zimaya Rabab Blue 7.8 out of 10, so Zimaya Rabab Blue rates higher.

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

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Philos Pura 8.3 out of 10 for scent accuracy and Zimaya Rabab Blue 7.5 out of 10, so Maison Alhambra Philos Pura rates higher.

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

Atlas ratings give Maison Alhambra Philos Pura 9.0 out of 10 for value for money and Zimaya Rabab Blue 8.5 out of 10, so Maison Alhambra Philos Pura rates higher.

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

They share 5 notes: Bergamot, Lemon, White Musk, Madagascar Vanilla and Amber.

Which occasions suit Maison Alhambra Philos Pura and Zimaya Rabab Blue?

Zimaya Rabab Blue is tagged for Signature, Everyday, Brunch and Outdoor.

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 Blue

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