HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Icon vs Guilty Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
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 fresher and more warm-weather-friendly, while Guilty Pour Homme Eau de Parfum leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
75/100
Longevity
80/100
72/100
Sillage
78/100
58%
Day Wear
50%
42%
Night Wear
50%
31%
Spring
25%
22%
Summer
20%
26%
Autumn
30%
22%
Winter
25%
222
Value (lower price wins)
118
Icon
Top
bergamot, neroli, lavender
Heart
orange blossom, iris, geranium
Base
leather, black pepper, amber
Guilty Pour Homme Eau de Parfum
Top
Lavender, Chili Pepper, Bergamot
Heart
Orange Blossom, Neroli
Base
Amber, Patchouli, Cedarwood
Shared Notes (5)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Icon or Guilty Pour Homme Eau de Parfum better?
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Icon leans fresher and more warm-weather-friendly, while Guilty Pour Homme Eau de Parfum leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Icon or Guilty Pour Homme Eau de Parfum?
Guilty Pour Homme Eau de Parfum lasts longer. Icon is rated long lasting (8-10h) while Guilty Pour Homme Eau de Parfum is rated long lasting (7h - 10h).
Do Icon and Guilty Pour Homme Eau de Parfum smell similar?
They share 5 notes: bergamot, neroli, lavender, orange blossom, amber. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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