HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Icon vs Ultra Male
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Ultra Male is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Icon. Choose Ultra Male when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
75/100
Longevity
85/100
72/100
Sillage
85/100
58%
Day Wear
30%
42%
Night Wear
70%
31%
Spring
20%
22%
Summer
10%
26%
Autumn
35%
22%
Winter
35%
222
Value (lower price wins)
154
Icon
Top
bergamot, neroli, lavender
Heart
orange blossom, iris, geranium
Base
leather, black pepper, amber
Ultra Male
Top
Pear, Bergamot, Mint
Heart
Lavender, Cinnamon, Black Pepper
Base
Vanilla, Amber, Cedar
Shared Notes (4)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Icon or Ultra Male better?
Ultra Male is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Icon. Choose Ultra Male when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
Which lasts longer, Icon or Ultra Male?
Ultra Male lasts longer. Icon is rated long lasting (8-10h) while Ultra Male is rated long lasting (9h - 12h).
Do Icon and Ultra Male smell similar?
They share 4 notes: bergamot, lavender, black pepper, amber. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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