Is Al Haramain Perfumes Rose Oud a dupe of Creed Royal Oud?
Royal Oud EDP
| EDP | Concentration | EDP |
| U | Gender | U |
| 2011 | Year | 2025 |
| $$$$ | Price Tier | $$ |
Rose Oud EDP
Royal Oud and Rose Oud, while sharing sandalwood and amber, diverge significantly in their overall profile. Royal Oud offers a refined, subtle woody experience, emphasizing cedar and a restrained oud. Rose Oud, in contrast, is a bolder, more assertive fragrance, dominated by a rich, leathery rose. The key difference lies in their intensity and focus: Royal Oud is about understated elegance, while Rose Oud makes a statement. Price is also a major factor, with Royal Oud being a luxury purchase, against Rose Oud's mid-range price point.
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Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Royal Oud
- Rose Oud
- in both
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Which Should You Buy?
- You prefer subtle, refined woody fragrances.
- You appreciate understated elegance over bold statements.
- You're willing to invest in a luxury fragrance experience.
- You want a fragrance suitable for formal occasions.
- You love a prominent, leathery rose note.
- You prefer bold and assertive fragrances.
- You're looking for a more budget-friendly oud experience.
- You want a fragrance that makes a statement.
Royal Oud by Creed is a sophisticated woody scent that whispers 'old money' rather than shouting, making it a firm favourite for those who want elegance without the typical 'oud beast'. Some find it utterly captivating, while others believe its performance doesn't justify the price - you decide.
If you're a fan of a seriously deep, leathery rose, this is for you. Bold and unapologetic, Rose Oud doesn't mess about - it's a statement piece, not a wallflower.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Sandalwood
11%
vs
11%
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A year-round scent - easy to wear in any season.
Occasions
Its refined woody and musky profile, combined with generally moderate projection, makes it highly suitable for office and formal wear. While elegant, its subtle nature means it can be dressed down for casual occasions, yet it lacks the freshness for sport.
Seasons
Saffron-warmed rose and leather read best in autumn and winter, though the rose lifts it into spring. Summer heat is a poor match.
Occasions
This is a strong, distinctive scent dominated by leather and animalic accords, making it less suitable for casual or office wear. It's ideally suited for special occasions, formal events, and intimate evenings where its bold character can truly shine.
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 1 of its 7 notes, including Sandalwood
Adds angelica and bergamot, drops amber and ambergris
Where to buy
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