HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Reflection Man vs Percival
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Both perform comparably, but Percival is the better value at a lower price. Reflection Man justifies its premium only if you connect with its specific character.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
78/100
Longevity
76/100
74/100
Sillage
74/100
60%
Day Wear
70%
40%
Night Wear
30%
34%
Spring
35%
24%
Summer
30%
26%
Autumn
25%
16%
Winter
10%
30
Value (lower price wins)
48
Reflection Man
Top
Rosemary, Pink Pepper, Bergamot
Heart
Jasmine, Ylang Ylang, Neroli, Orris
Base
Sandalwood, Cedar, Patchouli, Vetiver
Percival
Top
Bergamot, Violet Leaf, Apple
Heart
Lavender, Geranium, Jasmine
Base
Ambroxan, Musk, Cedarwood
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Reflection Man or Percival better?
Both perform comparably, but Percival is the better value at a lower price. Reflection Man justifies its premium only if you connect with its specific character.
Which lasts longer, Reflection Man or Percival?
Reflection Man lasts longer. Reflection Man is rated long lasting (7h - 9h) while Percival is rated moderate to long lasting (6h - 8h).
Do Reflection Man and Percival smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Bergamot, Jasmine. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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