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Royal Oud Eau de Parfum bottle Royal Oud EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2011 Year 2025
££££ Price Tier £
Symphony Harmony Eau de Parfum bottle Symphony Harmony EDP

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Royal Oud EDP
Royal Oud by Creed is a sophisticated woody scent that whispers 'old money' rather than shouting, making it a firm favourite for those who want elegance without the typical 'oud beast'. Some find it utterly captivating, while others believe its performance doesn't justify the price - you decide.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Symphony Harmony EDP
If you're after a budget-friendly twist on a designer profile, Symphony Harmony might just hit the mark, especially after a bit of maceration. Just don't expect a carbon copy of its expensive inspiration; it's got its own sweet, woody-citrus thing going on, and it's rather divisive.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Royal Oud EDP
Symphony Harmony EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Bergamot 26% vs 40%
Only in Symphony Harmony
Galbanum 33% Grapefruit 27%
Shared Notes
Sandalwood 100% vs 50%
Only in Symphony Harmony
Cedar 50%

Accords

Royal Oud Symphony Harmony
100%
Woody
100%
58%
Citrus
97%
75%
Musky
72%
Powdery
57%
55%
Aromatic
66%
50%
Green
62%
Aldehydic
58%
Fresh
56%
50%
Oud
Mineral
47%
46%
Amber
Balsamic
45%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Citrus shared
58%
97%
75%
Powdery shared
72%
57%
Aromatic shared
55%
66%
Green shared
50%
62%
58%
56%
Oud
50%
47%
46%
45%

Performance

Royal Oud Symphony Harmony
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Moderate
Projection
Strong
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Royal Oud

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Office Date Formal
Also Works:
Casual

Its refined woody and musky profile, combined with generally moderate projection, makes it highly suitable for office and formal wear. While elegant, its subtle nature means it can be dressed down for casual occasions, yet it lacks the freshness for sport.

Symphony Harmony

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual Sport
Also Works:
Office

Its fresh, woody-citrus profile and moderate performance make it versatile for casual and everyday wear, including warm weather. While not strictly an 'office safe' scent given some reviews on its projection, its energising nature suits a range of relaxed settings.

Similarity Breakdown

How alike these two fragrances smell, scored from their full scent profiles.

Overall scent match
87%
Key Similarities

Both lean woody, powdery, citrus

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Royal Oud EDP
Symphony Harmony EDP
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