Dupe Pair
98%
Very Similar
Andromeda Extrait bottle Andromeda
Extrait Concentration Edp
U Gender U
2015 Year 2021
££ Price Tier £
Anarch Eau de Parfum bottle Anarch
Our Verdict

Andromeda and Anarch are near-identical takes on a sweet, woody, and floral theme, but diverge in execution. Andromeda leans into a potentially challenging 'alien fruit' vibe at a higher price, while Anarch offers a cleaner, brighter, but potentially 'screechy' experience at a budget price. The longevity is strong in both, so consider whether you want to pay more for refinement, or save with a potentially less smooth experience. Sampling is crucial to avoid disappointment either way, given their polarizing nature.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Andromeda if...
  • You want a more luxurious and unique scent profile.
  • You appreciate complex and potentially challenging fragrances.
  • You prefer higher-quality ingredients and smoother blending.
  • Price is not a major concern for you.
Choose Anarch if...
  • You want a very similar scent at a much lower price.
  • You prefer a brighter and cleaner interpretation.
  • You don't mind a potentially less refined experience.
  • You want a strong performer on a budget.
Our Verdict - Andromeda
This one is a real head-scratcher and polarising, Andromeda conjures up visions of either luxurious alien fruit or a cheap air freshener. It delivers beast longevity, but whether that's a good thing depends entirely on your nose - sample before you commit, obviously.
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Our Verdict - Anarch
Anarch is a divisive one - a love-it-or-hate-it clone that some adore for its clean, bright, and expensive-smelling character, while others find it screechy, cheap, or overwhelming. Expect strong performance but perhaps not universal appeal.
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Scent Profile

Citrus Floral Fruity Green Sweet Warm Woody Earthy Animalic Fresh
Citrus 6% 8%
Floral 32% 30%
Fruity 13% 11%
Green 12% 14%
Sweet 32% 31%
Warm 6% 6%
Woody 9% 9%
Earthy 4% 4%
Animalic 5% 4%
Fresh 13% 14%

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Andromeda Extrait
Anarch EdP

Notes

Shared Notes
Ylang-Ylang 28% vs 24%
Jasmine 26% vs 20%
Bergamot 23% vs 28%
Grass 22% vs 26%
Shared Notes
Peach 25% vs 21%
Pear Blossom 18% vs 16%
Lily 16% vs 18%
Heliotrope 14% vs 16%
Violet Leaf 13% vs 14%
Rose 12% vs 12%
Shared Notes
Cashmere Wood 17% vs 16%
Amber 14% vs 15%
Ebony 14% vs 16%
Tonka Bean 13% vs 10%
Vanilla 13% vs 16%
Sugar Cane 12% vs 12%
Coconut 12% vs 11%

Accords

Andromeda Anarch
100%
Woody
100%
99%
Sweet
84%
92%
Vanilla
90%
89%
White Floral
89%
81%
Amber
69%
61%
Green
81%
79%
Fruity
74%
70%
Powdery
79%
76%
Floral
78%
Citrus
74%
Woody shared
100%
100%
Sweet shared
99%
84%
Vanilla shared
92%
90%
White Floral shared
89%
89%
Amber shared
81%
69%
Green shared
61%
81%
Fruity shared
79%
74%
Powdery shared
70%
79%
Floral shared
76%
78%
74%

Performance

Andromeda Anarch
Long (6-10h)
Longevity
Moderate (4-6h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Moderate

Season and Occasion Fit

Andromeda

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Given its strong projection and remarkable longevity, Andromeda is best for casual wear and dates where you want to make an impression. It might be a bit too much for a professional office setting, and its fruity-sweet nature doesn't quite fit formal events or active sports.

Anarch

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer
Also Works:
Autumn Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal Sport

Its potent projection and sweet, fruity floral character make it less ideal for a subdued office environment. However, many find it great for casual outings, dates, and even some informal social gatherings, thanks to its uplifting and noticeable presence.

Similarity Breakdown

Overall
98%
Olfactory
99%
Notes
100%
Accord
92%
Key Similarities

Both share Woody, Vanilla, White Floral accords and Rose, Peach notes

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Andromeda
Anarch
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