Is Ahmed Al Maghribi Kaaf a dupe of Bvlgari Man?
Bvlgari Man EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2010 | Year | 2022 |
| $$ | Price Tier | $ |
Kaaf EDP
Kaaf and Bvlgari Man share a similar clean, musky, aquatic profile, but diverge significantly in execution and price. Kaaf offers an intense, synthetic blast for those seeking a powerful, budget-friendly option. In contrast, Bvlgari Man, though discontinued, provides a more refined, natural woodiness, albeit with weaker performance. Kaaf prioritizes strength and affordability, while Bvlgari Man emphasizes sophistication, if you can find it. If you want beast mode freshness, go with Kaaf. If you want something more subtle and refined, find a bottle of Bvlgari Man.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Bvlgari Man
- Kaaf
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
- You want a powerful, long-lasting scent.
- You are on a tight budget.
- You enjoy a strong, synthetic freshness.
- You want a 'blue' fragrance alternative.
- You prefer a more refined, natural scent.
- You appreciate unique, woody fragrances.
- You value sophistication over projection.
- You don't mind seeking out a discontinued fragrance.
A quiet woody scent by Morillas: violet leaf and pear on top, vetiver and cashmere wood in the middle, honey and musk below. Neat, polished and close to the skin.
A loud, fresh-out-of-the-shower scent with huge projection: watermelon, red fruit and lavender over lily of the valley and jasmine, finishing on musky ambroxan and sandalwood.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Woody Notes
14% share of the perfume
Vetiver
13% share of the perfume
Amber
8% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
5% share of the perfume
Cashmeran
2% share of the perfume
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
1% share of the perfume
Musk
7%
vs
17%
Lotus
5%
vs
1%
Sandalwood
5%
vs
9%
Honey
14% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
14% share of the perfume
Vetiver
13% share of the perfume
Violet Leaf
11% share of the perfume
Pear
10% share of the perfume
Amber
8% share of the perfume
Bergamot
6% share of the perfume
Cashmeran
2% share of the perfume
Benzoin
2% share of the perfume
Tonka Bean
2% share of the perfume
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
1% share of the perfume
Woody Notes
14% share of the perfume
Vetiver
13% share of the perfume
Amber
8% share of the perfume
Sandalwood
5% share of the perfume
Cashmeran
2% share of the perfume
Cypriol Oil or Nagarmotha
1% share of the perfume
Musk
7%
vs
17%
Note weights are our estimate from each note's place in the pyramid, not the share of the formula. Brands do not publish formulations.
Performance
Season and Occasion Fit
Seasons
Pear, violet leaf and soft woods work in spring, summer and autumn. Winter calls for something with more heat.
Occasions
Quiet and polished, it is built for the office, casual days and smart occasions. It is too soft to stand out on a night out or at the gym.
Seasons
Watermelon, lavender and clean musks are warm-weather materials, so summer is its season with spring close behind.
Occasions
Fresh and clean, so it is a fit for casual outings and the gym, and it can work in the office with a light hand. The sheer strength makes it a poor match for formal or intimate settings.
Similarity Breakdown
Our estimate of how alike these two fragrances smell, calculated from their published notes. It is a position on our scale, not a measured percentage of shared smell.
Shares 3 of its 10 notes, including Sandalwood, Musk, Lotus
Adds ambroxan and jasmine, drops amber and benzoin
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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