Boss Bottled Absolute Eau de Parfum vs No 05 Boss Bottled Extrait
Boss Bottled Absolute EDP
| EDP | Concentration | Extrait |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2019 | Year | - |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
No 05 Boss Bottled Extrait
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Boss Bottled Absolute EDP
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No 05 Boss Bottled Extrait
Which Should You Buy?
Our Verdict - Boss Bottled Absolute EDP
A subtle, woodier take on the classic Boss Bottled DNA, this flanker is a safe choice but might leave fans of the original wanting more. It's a modern, refined scent that splits opinion on whether it truly stands out.
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Our Verdict - No 05 Boss Bottled Extrait
Boss Bottled's crowd-pleasing apple-cinnamon-sandalwood formula is easy to imitate at a basic level and this dupe gets the shape right, but the woody base thins out fast, missing the original's smooth, office-ready staying power.
Statement
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Showing: Overall Blend
Mood
Mood
Energising
Calming
Character
Playful
Serious
Sentiment
Uplifting
Brooding
Boss Bottled Absolute
EDP
No 05 Boss Bottled
Extrait
Notes
Boss Bottled Absolute
No 05 Boss Bottled
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base Notes
Base Notes
Shared Notes
Cinnamon
59%
vs
69%
Only in Boss Bottled Absolute
Cashmere Wood
40%
Only in No 05 Boss Bottled
Geranium
31%
Accords
Performance
Boss Bottled Absolute
No 05 Boss Bottled
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Season and Occasion Fit
Boss Bottled Absolute
Seasons
Best For:
Spring
Autumn
Winter
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Best For:
Office
Casual
Also Works:
Date
Formal
Its softer projection and warm-spicy, woody profile make it suitable for office and casual wear without being overpowering. The elegant nature could fit formal events, but its subtlety might be lost in a noisy environment.
No 05 Boss Bottled
Seasons
Best For:
Autumn
Also Works:
Spring
Winter
A warm, fruity-woody scent that works comfortably across most of the year without extremes.
Occasions
Best For:
Office
Casual
Also Works:
Formal
Built for the office and everyday wear rather than as a standout date or evening scent.
Similarity Breakdown
How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.
Overall scent match
85%
Key Similarities
Both lean woody, fruity, warm spicy
Key Differences
Adds citrus and geranium, drops bergamot and cashmere wood
Where to buy
Boss Bottled Absolute EDP
No 05 Boss Bottled Extrait
10.00ml
Not available
100.00ml
Not available
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