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Erba Pura Eau de Parfum bottle Erba Pura EDP
EDP Concentration EDP
U Gender U
2019 Year 2022
££ Price Tier £
Philos Pura Eau de Parfum bottle Philos Pura EDP
Our Verdict

Philos Pura is a very close dupe of Erba Pura, offering a similar intensely fruity and musky experience at a much lower price point. The key difference lies in the quality and refinement of the ingredients: Erba Pura has a smoother, more balanced profile, while Philos Pura can come off as slightly harsher and more synthetic, particularly in the opening. If you crave Erba Pura's bold scent profile but are on a budget, Philos Pura is a great alternative. However, if you value the nuances and smoother blend, splurge on Erba Pura.

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Which Should You Buy?

Choose Erba Pura if...
  • You want a smoother, more refined scent experience.
  • You appreciate higher quality ingredients and better blending.
  • You don't mind paying more for the original fragrance.
Choose Philos Pura if...
  • You want the Erba Pura DNA at a bargain price.
  • You enjoy strong performing fragrances.
  • Subtle differences in quality don't bother you.
Our Verdict - Erba Pura EDP
Juicy, radiant, and impossible to ignore, Erba Pura is a powerfully sweet fruity-citrus bomb with a velvety musky base. Not for the shy, it's a statement scent for those who love to dazzle and stand out.
Acquired
Our Verdict - Philos Pura EDP
A divisive clone that captures the Erba Pura spirit for a fraction of the price. If you’re into loud, fruity-sweet scents with beastly performance, you’ll love it. If you're put off by a strong musky dry-down, steer clear and save your cash for the real deal.
Acquired

Scent Profile

How They Wear

Showing: Overall Blend

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding
Erba Pura EDP
Philos Pura EDP

Notes

Shared Notes
Orange 35% vs 35%
Bergamot 32% vs 32%
Lemon 32% vs 31%
Shared Notes
Fruity 100% vs 100%
Shared Notes
Musk 37% vs 34%
Vanilla 32% vs 35%
Amber 30% vs 30%

Accords

Erba Pura Philos Pura
100%
Fruity
95%
95%
Citrus
100%
85%
Sweet
82%
70%
Musky
67%
Vanilla
69%
55%
Powdery
66%
50%
Amber
58%
23%
Fresh Spicy
46%
Fruity shared
100%
95%
Citrus shared
95%
100%
Sweet shared
85%
82%
Musky shared
70%
67%
69%
Powdery shared
55%
66%
Amber shared
50%
58%
Fresh Spicy shared
23%
46%

Performance

Erba Pura Philos Pura
Beast (10+h)
Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Strong
Projection
Moderate
Strong
Intensity
Strong

Season and Occasion Fit

Erba Pura

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

The lush citrus and juicy fruits make Erba Pura ideal for spring and summer, bringing freshness and energy to warmer days. Its rich vanilla, amber, and musky base add enough warmth for autumn, but it may feel too bright and sweet for the coldest winter days.

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual
Also Works:
Formal

Its bold projection and sweet, fruity character make it perfect for dates and casual outings where you want to be noticed. For the office or formal events, it can be overpowering and may not suit all professional settings.

Philos Pura

Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer Autumn
Also Works:
Winter

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

Occasions

Best For:
Date Casual

This scent is a powerhouse with insane projection, making it too loud for office wear. Its sweet and fruity character is perfect for casual outings and dates, but potentially too playful for formal events. The strong sillage means even for sport, it might be a bit much.

Similarity Breakdown

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

Overall scent match
93%
Key Similarities

Both lean fruity, citrus, sweet

Key Differences

Subtle differences in overall composition

Where to buy

Erba Pura EDP
Philos Pura EDP
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