Is Armaf Odyssey Mega Man a dupe of Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme?

Odyssey Mega Man EDP

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Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme Eau de Toilette bottle Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme EDT
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1971 Year 2023
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme EDT
This isn't just a perfume; it's a statement. YSL Pour Homme is a polarizing powerhouse. Some adore its classic, bold masculinity, a timeless relic from an era when men's fragrances were unapologetically sharp and citrus-driven. Others find it 'dated' or even off-putting, likening it to lemon cleaning products or worse. Love it or hate it, YSL Pour Homme demands attention and respect, a true relic of 70s perfumery.
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Our Verdict - Odyssey Mega Man EDP
This YSL Y dupe is a bit of a mixed bag. Many claim it's a dead ringer, especially after maceration, while others find it a synthetic mess with dire performance. It's a cheap thrill for YSL Y fans, but don't expect miracles.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme EDT A Odyssey Mega Man 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
Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme EDT
Odyssey Mega Man EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 26% vs 20%
Bergamot 16% vs 21%
Only in Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme
Lavender 20% Lemon Verbena 20% Petitgrain 18%
Only in Odyssey Mega Man
Orange 23% Ginger 18% Mint 16%
Shared Notes
Vetiver 16% vs 20%
Musk 15% vs 28%
Cedar 14% vs 26%
Tonka Bean 13% vs 25%
Only in Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme
Patchouli 15% Sandalwood 14% Amber 12%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme Odyssey Mega Man
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Office Date Casual

Its sharp, long-lasting citrus and aromatic profile make it noticeable and distinct, so it performs well in formal settings and can be a statement on a date. However, its perceived 'old-school' nature and strong projection might be divisive in casual settings or the office. It's too complex and strong for sport use.

Odyssey Mega Man

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn

Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.

Occasions

Best For:
Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, clean, and mass-appealing scent profile makes it suitable for office and casual wear, as many reviews suggest. However, inconsistent performance reports mean it might not last for long events, bringing down its formal and date night scores.

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
79%
Key Similarities

Shares 7 of its 18 notes, including Tonka Bean, Bergamot, Lemon

Key Differences

Adds amber and carnation, drops ginger and juniper

Where to buy

Yves Saint Laurent Pour Homme EDT
Odyssey Mega Man EDP
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