Is Armaf Bon Bon a dupe of Viktor&Rolf Bonbon?

Bon Bon EDP

Armaf   Inspired Statement
Share
Card A shareable image comparing these two fragrances - verdicts, profiles and what they share. Save or copy it to post anywhere.
Bonbon Eau de Parfum bottle Bonbon EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
F Gender F
2014 Year 2026
££ Price Tier ££
Bon Bon Eau de Parfum bottle Bon Bon EDP
$43.95+ tax from
1.0 fl oz (30 ml) at FragranceShop.com
Best value $29.23/fl oz (3.0 fl oz (90 ml))
Buy Bonbon Check price on →
$35.99+ tax from
3.4 fl oz (100 ml) at Amazon US
Buy Bon Bon Check price on →

Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

ScentArt

View Liquid → Bonbon EDP
View Liquid → Bon Bon EDP

Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Bonbon EDP
This one's a true crowd-pleaser for gourmand lovers, though some find it a bit too sweet and lacking in depth. It's a comforting blend of caramel and fruit that many adore, even if it might not be everyone's cup of tea.
Favourite
Our Verdict - Bon Bon EDP
Prepare for a proper tropical getaway. This one's a bright, juicy, and utterly lovely burst of sunshine that perfectly captures holidays, fruity drinks, and sandy toes. It's a crowd-pleaser that'll have you smelling fantastic, no matter what the keyboard warriors say.
Statement

Scent Profile

How they compare
Bonbon EDP A Bon Bon EDP B
Where they part company by gap size

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Bonbon EDP
Bon Bon EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Mandarin Mandarin 31% vs 33%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood Sandalwood 25% vs 26%
Only in Bon Bon
Musk Musk 39% Sweet Notes Sweet Notes 35%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Bonbon Bon Bon
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Bonbon

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Office

Its moderate projection and generally pleasant, inoffensive sweetness make it suitable for office wear, but it truly shines on a date due to its alluring gourmand character. It's too sweet for formal events and actively unsuitable for sport.

Bon Bon

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, fruity, and marine accords make it ideal for casual wear, especially in warmer weather, and its moderate projection means it won't overwhelm in an office setting. It's too light and playful for formal events, but perfect for dates or active days.

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.

Overall scent match
5%
Key Similarities

Shares 2 of its 12 notes, including Mandarin, Sandalwood

Key Differences

Adds apple and apricot, drops amber and caramel

Where to buy

Bonbon EDP
Bon Bon EDP

Prices before sales tax, which the shop adds at checkout.

ScentVerdict earns a commission from purchases - this doesn't affect our verdicts.

Compare Another Pair

VS