Is Armaf Odyssey Spectra a dupe of Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male?

Odyssey Spectra EDP

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Ultra Male Eau de Toilette bottle Ultra Male EDT
EDT Concentration EDP
M Gender M
2015 Year 2024
££ Price Tier ££
Odyssey Spectra Eau de Parfum bottle Odyssey Spectra EDP
$120.99+ tax from
4.2 fl oz (125 ml) at The Fragrance Outlet
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$21.95+ tax from
3.4 fl oz (100 ml) at FragranceShop.com
Best value $5.91/fl oz (6.8 fl oz (200 ml))
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Ultra Male EDT
A divisive, loud, sweet, and undeniably playful beast-mode fragrance that's either a masterful clubbing tool or a saccharine nightmare. Love it or hate it, Ultra Male demands attention.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Odyssey Spectra EDP
This is an absolute banger if you're after a sweet, spicy vanilla bomb that's undeniably a crowd-pleaser and has some serious pulling power. While some find it a bit too sweet or a dupe too far, many rave about its impressive performance and wallet-friendly price.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How they compare
Ultra Male EDT A Odyssey Spectra 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
Ultra Male EDT
Odyssey Spectra EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot Bergamot 16% vs 25%
Shared Notes
Vanilla Vanilla 36% vs 25%
Amber Amber 24% vs 19%
Patchouli Patchouli 19% vs 15%
Only in Ultra Male
Cedar Cedar 20%
Only in Odyssey Spectra
Tobacco Tobacco 20% Tonka Bean Tonka Bean 20%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Ultra Male Odyssey Spectra
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Ultra Male

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter
Also Works:
Spring

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date
Also Works:
Casual

Its beastly projection and sweet, attention-grabbing profile make it unsuitable for professional settings, but perfect for nights out and casual dates. Many reviews highlight its 'clubbing king' status and suggest discretion with sprays for other uses, especially in warmer weather.

Odyssey Spectra

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its strong projection and sweet, bold character make it less suitable for a formal office setting. However, it excels in casual and date scenarios, with reviewers highlighting its compliment-getting power and suitability for nights out.

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
68%
Key Similarities

Shares 6 of its 12 notes, including Lavender, Cinnamon, Amber

Key Differences

Adds caraway and cedar, drops apple and lily of the valley

Where to buy

Ultra Male EDT
Odyssey Spectra EDP

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

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