Compared with Lancome La Vie Est Belle (USD 164), 82 percent less
Where it differs: On paper it lists hazelnut and brown sugar that the original does not, and does not list the original's pear or tonka bean.
Under USD 40
The best bottles under USD 40
Ranked by similarity, one entry per bottle, low-confidence comparisons left out. The saving is against the fragrance each one is compared with.
Compared with Xerjoff Accento (USD 330), 91 percent less
Where it differs: Reduced longevity and sillage with weaker base notes.
Compared with Tom Ford Lost Cherry (USD 615), 95 percent less
Where it differs: On paper it lists cherry liqueur and cherry that the original does not, and does not list the original's liquor.
Compared with Versace Eros Energy (USD 110), 68 percent less
Where it differs: The published notes line up closely; wearers mainly report differences in strength and longevity.
Compared with Escentric Molecules Molecule 01 (USD 170), 77 percent less
Where it differs: The published notes line up closely; wearers mainly report differences in strength and longevity.
Compared with Amouage Decision (USD 395), 90 percent less
Where it differs: The published notes line up closely; wearers mainly report differences in strength and longevity.
Compared with Tom Ford Ebene Fume (USD 445), 91 percent less
Where it differs: On paper it lists resin and ebony that the original does not.
Compared with Dior J'adore (USD 180), 84 percent less
Where it differs: On paper it does not list the original's magnolia or mandarin orange.
Compared with Amouage Interlude Man (USD 395), 95 percent less
Where it differs: Close but not a perfect match according to one reviewer.
Compared with Hermes Terre d'Hermes (USD 145), 80 percent less
Where it differs: On paper it lists spices and resins that the original does not, and does not list the original's pelargonium or patchouli.
Compared with Creed Aventus (USD 510), 94 percent less
Where it differs: On paper it lists leather and amber that the original does not, and does not list the original's black currant or lemon.
Compared with Rabanne Invictus (USD 130), 76 percent less
Where it differs: Drier than the original, more woody than sporty.
Compared with Diptyque Do Son (USD 190), 79 percent less
Where it differs: On paper it does not list the original's african orange flower or benzoin.
Compared with Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia
Where it differs: On paper it lists quince and rhubarb that the original does not, and does not list the original's melon or rhuburb.
Compared with Amouage Guidance (USD 395), 90 percent less
Where it differs: On paper it lists olibanum and osmanthus that the original does not, and does not list the original's olibanum osmanthus or jasmine sambac sandalwood.
Compared with Tom Ford Black Orchid (USD 210), 90 percent less
Where it differs: Less aggressive than the original, with jasmine and gardenia blended more gently.
Compared with Dior Sauvage Elixir (USD 265), 91 percent less
Where it differs: Sweeter and more gourmand.
Compared with Parfums de Marly Delina (USD 410), 94 percent less
Where it differs: Marginally shorter longevity but projects harder; leans sweeter with more peony.
Compared with Jo Malone Peony & Blush Suede
Where it differs: On paper it lists apple and honey that the original does not, and does not list the original's jasmine or carnation.
Compared with Kayali Vanilla 28
Where it differs: On paper it lists vanilla infusion and vanilla surabsolute that the original does not, and does not list the original's amber woods.
Compared with Nishane Hacivat (USD 355), 89 percent less
Where it differs: Shifts to a woody-oud profile suited to autumn and winter.
Compared with Tom Ford Neroli Portofino (USD 445), 93 percent less
Where it differs: Adds herbal elements the original lacks, with weaker longevity.
Compared with Giorgio Armani Acqua di Gio (USD 130), 69 percent less
Where it differs: Trades base note depth for a brighter profile.
Compared with Memo Paris Irish Leather (USD 340), 96 percent less
Where it differs: The published notes line up closely; wearers mainly report differences in strength and longevity.
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