Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale vs Zimaya Oud Is Great

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.

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale — dupe of Initio Oud for GreatnessZimaya Oud Is Great — dupe of Initio Oud for Greatness

Comparison

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud RoyaleZimaya Oud Is Great
Overall rating8.7/10 · 1 review8.4/10 · 1 review
Longevity9.0/108.5/10
Projection8.5/108.2/10
Scent accuracy8.2/108.0/10
Value for money9.0/108.8/10
Price£40£30
ConcentrationEDPExtrait
GenderUnisexMasculine
Inspired byInitio Oud for GreatnessInitio Oud for Greatness

Notes Comparison

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

Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Lavender

Heart Notes

  • Nutmeg
  • Oud

Base Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Musk

Zimaya Oud Is Great

Top Notes

  • Saffron
  • Nutmeg
  • Lavender

Heart Notes

  • Agarwood (Oud)

Base Notes

  • Patchouli
  • Musk

Shared Notes

  • Saffron
  • Lavender
  • Nutmeg
  • Patchouli
  • Musk

5 shared notes.

Quick verdict

  • Longevity: Wins Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale (9.0/10)
  • Projection: Wins Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale (8.5/10)
  • Scent accuracy: Wins Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale (8.2/10)
  • Value for money: Wins Swiss Arabian Shaghaf Oud Royale (9.0/10)
  • Price: Wins Zimaya Oud Is Great (£30)

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