HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Icon 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: Icon 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
75/100
Longevity
68/100
72/100
Sillage
65/100
58%
Day Wear
50%
42%
Night Wear
50%
31%
Spring
30%
22%
Summer
20%
26%
Autumn
30%
22%
Winter
20%
222
Value (lower price wins)
133
Icon
Top
bergamot, neroli, lavender
Heart
orange blossom, iris, geranium
Base
leather, black pepper, amber
Bad Boy
Top
Black Pepper, White Pepper, Bergamot
Heart
Sage, Cedar
Base
Cocoa, Tonka Bean, Amberwood
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Icon or Bad Boy better?
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Icon 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, Icon or Bad Boy?
Icon lasts longer. Icon is rated long lasting (8-10h) while Bad Boy is rated long lasting (6h - 8h).
Do Icon and Bad Boy smell similar?
They share 2 notes: bergamot, black pepper. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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