Is Aldi Addition a dupe of Le Labo Another 13?
Another 13 is the more refined, high-impact choice: a futuristic skin scent with pear, synthetic musks and a polished, clean aura that feels subtle but memorable. Addition by Aldi is the simpler, safer buy, lighter and more office-friendly, aimed at everyday freshness rather than signature presence. If you want a fragrance that feels cool, minimal and premium, Another 13 wins easily. If you just want an inexpensive, clean musky-woody scent for daily wear, Addition delivers the practical value. The gap is clear: Another 13 is about style and atmosphere, while Addition is about affordability and easy wear. For a real upgrade, choose Another 13; for a low-risk budget pick, choose Addition.
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
- You want a more distinctive skin scent.
- You prefer a premium, modern feel.
- You like pear and airy musks.
- You want stronger signature appeal.
- You want the cheapest option.
- You prefer a clean office scent.
- You want something easy and casual.
- You do not need luxury-level nuance.
A quietly magnetic skin scent blending synthetic musks and pear into a futuristic, hyper-clean aura. Subtle yet memorable, it radiates understated confidence and modern cool.
A budget-friendly fragrance offering a clean and refreshing aromatic profile suitable for daily office wear.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Its clean musk and sheer synthetic-amber base make it highly versatile for spring and fall, with just enough brightness for summer and enough warmth for layering in winter.
Occasions
Soft projection and transparency make it perfect for office and casual wear. It's subtly sensual for dates but too understated for formal events or athletic use.
Seasons
With its fresh and slightly spicy character, Addition is suitable for spring's blossoming weather and summer's lighter temperatures. It can also work in the fall due to its warm undertones.
Occasions
Its fresh spicy profile makes it perfect for the office, maintaining a professional impression without overwhelming. It's also great for casual settings during the day.
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.
Similar overall composition based on olfactory analysis
Adds bergamot and cedar, drops ambrette and ambrettolide
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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