HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Coco Noir vs Opium
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Opium is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Coco Noir. Choose Opium when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
80/100
Longevity
86/100
72/100
Sillage
84/100
30%
Day Wear
20%
70%
Night Wear
80%
20%
Spring
10%
10%
Summer
5%
35%
Autumn
40%
35%
Winter
45%
91
Value (lower price wins)
143
Coco Noir
Top
Grapefruit, Bergamot
Heart
Rose, Jasmine, Narcissus
Base
Patchouli, Sandalwood, Tonka Bean, Vanilla
Opium
Top
Clove, Pepper, Bay Leaf, Mandarin
Heart
Carnation, Myrrh, Cinnamon, Jasmine
Base
Labdanum, Benzoin, Patchouli, Vanilla
Shared Notes (3)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Coco Noir or Opium better?
Opium is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Coco Noir. Choose Opium when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
Which lasts longer, Coco Noir or Opium?
Opium lasts longer. Coco Noir is rated long lasting (7h - 9h) while Opium is rated long lasting (8h - 10h).
Do Coco Noir and Opium smell similar?
They share 3 notes: Jasmine, Patchouli, Vanilla. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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