HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
9PM vs Alexandria II
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Both perform at a similar level, but 9PM delivers it for noticeably less money — making it the better value pick. Choose Alexandria II only if you specifically prefer its note profile.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
82/100
Longevity
90/100
80/100
Sillage
85/100
35%
Day Wear
30%
65%
Night Wear
70%
25%
Spring
15%
15%
Summer
8%
35%
Autumn
37%
25%
Winter
40%
357
Value (lower price wins)
23
9PM
Top
Apple, Lavender, Bergamot
Heart
Cinnamon, Orange Blossom, Violet
Base
Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Amber, Cedar
Alexandria II
Top
Bergamot, Lemon, Rose
Heart
Agarwood (Oud), Honey, Jasmine
Base
Amber, Vanilla, Sandalwood
Shared Notes (3)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is 9PM or Alexandria II better?
Both perform at a similar level, but 9PM delivers it for noticeably less money — making it the better value pick. Choose Alexandria II only if you specifically prefer its note profile.
Which lasts longer, 9PM or Alexandria II?
Alexandria II lasts longer. 9PM is rated long lasting (8h - 10h) while Alexandria II is rated very long lasting (10h - 12h).
Do 9PM and Alexandria II smell similar?
They share 3 notes: Bergamot, Vanilla, Amber. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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