HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Black XS vs Bad Boy
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Black XS leans warmer and more cold-weather-friendly, while Bad Boy leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
67/100
Longevity
68/100
66/100
Sillage
65/100
18%
Day Wear
50%
82%
Night Wear
50%
21%
Spring
30%
0%
Summer
20%
35%
Autumn
30%
47%
Winter
20%
250
Value (lower price wins)
133
Black XS
Top
lemon, kalamansi, praline
Heart
sage, cinnamon, tagete
Base
tonka bean, patchouli, amber
Bad Boy
Top
Black Pepper, White Pepper, Bergamot
Heart
Sage, Cedar
Base
Cocoa, Tonka Bean, Amberwood
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Black XS or Bad Boy better?
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Black XS leans warmer and more cold-weather-friendly, while Bad Boy leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Black XS or Bad Boy?
Bad Boy lasts longer. Black XS is rated moderate (5-7h) while Bad Boy is rated long lasting (6h - 8h).
Do Black XS and Bad Boy smell similar?
They share 2 notes: sage, tonka bean. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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