Is Nusuk Sama a dupe of Goldfield & Banks Australia Pacific Rock Moss?

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Pacific Rock Moss Eau de Parfum bottle Pacific Rock Moss EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2016 Year 2025
££ Price Tier £
Sama Eau de Parfum bottle Sama EDP
£78.11 from
50ml at Notino
Best value £1.33/ml (100ml)
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£20.82 from
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Where they differ

Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.

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Which Should You Buy?

Our Verdict - Pacific Rock Moss EDP
Divisive and fleeting, Pacific Rock Moss is either a masterpiece aquatic or a generic room spray. Its stunning opening quickly fades, leaving many wanting more from its hefty price tag.
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Our Verdict - Sama EDP
This budget-friendly clone of Pacific Rock Moss has split the room. Some adore its fresh, airy vibe and fantastic value, while others are less impressed with its generic feel and fleeting performance. Expect a clean, citrus-driven scent that's easy to wear but might require frequent top-ups.
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Scent Profile

How they compare
Pacific Rock Moss EDP A Sama 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
Pacific Rock Moss EDP
Sama EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Lemon 50% vs 57%
Oakmoss 50% vs 39%
Geranium 50% vs 30%
Sage 50% vs 38%
Shared Notes
Lemon 50% vs 57%
Only in Pacific Rock Moss
Oakmoss 50%
Only in Sama
Bergamot 43%
Shared Notes
Geranium 50% vs 30%
Sage 50% vs 38%
Only in Sama
Ozonic Notes 31%
Only in Pacific Rock Moss
Cedar 100%

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 Brands do not publish formulations.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

Pacific Rock Moss Sama
Moderate (4-6h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Moderate
Projection
Moderate
Moderate
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Pacific Rock Moss

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport
Also Works:
Date

Its fresh, clean, and often intimate sillage makes it highly suitable for casual wear or the office without being overpowering. The aquatic and citrus notes, perfectly suited for warm weather, also make it a popular choice for sport and outdoor activities, though its poor longevity means frequent reapplication is needed.

Sama

Seasons

Best For:
Summer
Also Works:
Spring

A warm-weather pick - at its best in summer and spring.

Occasions

Best For:
Office Casual Sport

Its clean, fresh, and non-offensive profile makes it highly suitable for casual wear, the office, and gym sessions. The generally moderate projection and longevity, as noted in many reviews, prevent it from being suitable for formal events or date nights where a stronger presence might be desired.

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
7%
Key Similarities

Shares 4 of its 8 notes, including Oakmoss, Geranium, Sage

Key Differences

Adds amber and bergamot, drops cedar

Where to buy

Pacific Rock Moss EDP
Sama EDP
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