Is Fragrance World Aventos Blue for Him a dupe of Creed Erolfa?
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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Which Should You Buy?
Erolfa is one for the seasoned Creed connoisseur, not the casual sprayer. Its marine-fruity charm is undeniable but temperamental - brilliant for some, a fleeting phantom for others. Prepare for possible 'pissy' ambergris encounters and lamentable longevity.
This one's a proper head-scratcher. Some reckon it's basic but gets compliments galore, while others find it disappointingly cheap and uninspired. A truly divisive scent that proves one man's treasure is another's bin-filler.
Scent Profile
How They Wear
Mood
Notes
Top Notes
Top Notes
Heart Notes
Heart Notes
Base 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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.
Occasions
Its fresh, clean, and inoffensive profile makes it office-safe, despite its poor longevity. It’s perfect for casual warm-weather wear due to its bright and airy nature but lacks the lasting power and gravitas for formal evenings.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its versatile fresh-aromatic profile makes it suitable for most casual settings and even some dates. However, the 'basic' and 'cheap' sentiment from reviews suggest it might lack the gravitas for formal events, and its crowd-pleasing nature could be a bit much for a quiet office.
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.
Shares 3 of its 10 notes, including Lemon, Cedar, Oakmoss
Adds ambroxan and apple, drops ambergris and bergamot
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
Erolfa EDP
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Aventos Blue for Him EDP
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Import charges may apply
These shops are outside the United Kingdom. How import charges work