Is Fragrance World Eau De Spice Extreme a dupe of Viktor&Rolf Spicebomb Extreme?

Eau De Spice Extreme EDP

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Our Verdict

Eau De Spice Extreme is a very close dupe of Spicebomb Extreme, offering a similar experience at a budget price. The key difference lies in the opening: Eau De Spice Extreme is less sweet, which some may find more appealing. Both are potent, cold-weather fragrances with strong spice, tobacco, and vanilla notes. However, Spicebomb Extreme has a reputation and a slight edge in overall complexity and smoothness, while Eau De Spice Extreme gives excellent value for money if you want the same profile without the price tag.

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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Spicebomb Extreme Eau de Parfum ScentArt View Liquid → Spicebomb Extreme EDP
Eau De Spice Extreme Eau de Parfum ScentArt View Liquid → Eau De Spice Extreme EDP

Which Should You Buy?

Choose Spicebomb Extreme if...
  • You want the original Spicebomb Extreme experience.
  • You appreciate a sweeter, richer opening.
  • You value brand recognition and prestige.
  • You're seeking the highest quality ingredients.
Choose Eau De Spice Extreme if...
  • You want a very similar scent for less.
  • You prefer a slightly less sweet fragrance.
  • Budget is your primary concern.
  • You want a great clone of Spicebomb Extreme.
Our Verdict - Spicebomb Extreme EDP
A legendary cold-weather powerhouse, Spicebomb Extreme is a sweet, spicy, and tobacco-rich statement scent that commands attention and seduces with its velvety warmth. Not for the shy or for summer days.
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Our Verdict - Eau De Spice Extreme EDP
A solid, close clone of SBE, with a slightly less sweet opening that some will prefer. Expect serious warmth, spice, and impressive staying power, but don't expect it to change your world. It's a crowd-pleaser for cold weather.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Spicebomb Extreme EDP A Eau De Spice Extreme 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
Spicebomb Extreme EDP
Eau De Spice Extreme EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Vanilla Vanilla 16% vs 21%
Cinnamon Cinnamon 15% vs 18%
Tobacco Tobacco 15% vs 19%
Cumin Cumin 13% vs 18%
Only in Spicebomb Extreme
Pepper Pepper 22% share of the perfume Caraway Caraway 2% share of the perfume
Shared Notes
Vanilla Vanilla 16% vs 21%
Only in Spicebomb Extreme
Amber Amber 6% share of the perfume Resins Resins 6% share of the perfume Tonka Bean Tonka Bean 3% share of the perfume
Only in Eau De Spice Extreme
Tobacco Tobacco 19% share of the perfume

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

Spicebomb Extreme Eau De Spice Extreme
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Spicebomb Extreme

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

Spicebomb Extreme is intensely warm, spicy, and sweet, making it ideal for cold weather and fall-winter wear. The heavy tobacco, vanilla, and amber make it too dense for most summer climates, but it can work in early spring on chilly days.

Occasions

Also Works:
Date

Its massive projection and sweet, spicy character make it best for nights out or romantic occasions, where boldness is desired. It is too loud and rich for office or athletic settings, but can be a statement in formal or casual evening events.

Eau De Spice Extreme

Seasons

Best For:
Autumn Winter

A cold-weather scent - best worn in autumn and winter.

Occasions

Best For:
Formal
Also Works:
Date

Its potent projection and warm, intense character make it less suitable for office wear. However, it's a fantastic choice for dates and formal events due to its sophisticated and sensual profile, particularly in cooler weather.

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
78%
Key Similarities

Shares 4 of its 10 notes, including Cinnamon, Cumin, Vanilla

Key Differences

Adds amber and caraway, drops saffron and whisky

Where to buy

Spicebomb Extreme EDP
Eau De Spice Extreme EDP

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