HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Black XS vs Phantom
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 Phantom leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
67/100
Longevity
74/100
66/100
Sillage
72/100
18%
Day Wear
60%
82%
Night Wear
40%
21%
Spring
35%
0%
Summer
30%
35%
Autumn
20%
47%
Winter
15%
250
Value (lower price wins)
143
Black XS
Top
lemon, kalamansi, praline
Heart
sage, cinnamon, tagete
Base
tonka bean, patchouli, amber
Phantom
Top
Lemon, Lavender, Bergamot
Heart
Apple, Sage, Geranium
Base
Vanilla, Patchouli, Woody Notes
Shared Notes (3)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Black XS or Phantom 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 Phantom leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Black XS or Phantom?
Phantom lasts longer. Black XS is rated moderate (5-7h) while Phantom is rated moderate (6h - 8h).
Do Black XS and Phantom smell similar?
They share 3 notes: lemon, sage, patchouli. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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