Is Zimaya Cult a dupe of Jean Paul Gaultier Ultra Male?
Ultra Male EDT
| EDT | Concentration | EDP |
| M | Gender | M |
| 2015 | Year | 2024 |
| ££ | Price Tier | £ |
Cult EDP
Where they differ
Biggest gaps first. The bolder side leads.
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How it unfolds
Notes
- Ultra Male
- Cult
- in both
Tap a note to light it in both. A+B means both have it
Which Should You Buy?
A divisive, loud, sweet, and undeniably playful beast-mode fragrance that's either a masterful clubbing tool or a saccharine nightmare. Love it or hate it, Ultra Male demands attention.
This one's a crowd-pleaser for sure, especially if you're into Ultra Male but want something a touch less sweet. It's not trying to reinvent the wheel, but it delivers solid vibes and a cracking presentation for the price.
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 Brands do not publish formulations.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
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its beastly projection and sweet, attention-grabbing profile make it unsuitable for professional settings, but perfect for nights out and casual dates. Many reviews highlight its 'clubbing king' status and suggest discretion with sprays for other uses, especially in warmer weather.
Seasons
Versatile across every season - no clear seasonal preference from wearers.
Occasions
Its sweet and fruity character, combined with a strong performance as implied by community discussions about clones, makes it better suited for casual outings and dates than formal or office wear. The general consensus points towards a scent profile that's a bit too bold for professional settings.
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 2 of its 9 notes, including Amber, Lavender
Adds apple and coconut, drops bergamot and caraway
Where to buy
Pick a size. The two cheapest offers, then the rest.
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