HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Joy by Dior vs Poison
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Poison is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Joy by Dior. Choose Poison when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
72/100
Longevity
90/100
68/100
Sillage
92/100
70%
Day Wear
15%
30%
Night Wear
85%
40%
Spring
10%
30%
Summer
5%
20%
Autumn
40%
10%
Winter
45%
83
Value (lower price wins)
133
Joy by Dior
Top
Bergamot, Neroli
Heart
Grasse Rose, Jasmine Sambac
Base
Sandalwood, White Musk
Poison
Top
Plum, Coriander, Pepper
Heart
Tuberose, Carnation, Honey
Base
Amber, Opoponax, Cedar, Musk
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Joy by Dior or Poison better?
Poison is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Joy by Dior. Choose Poison when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
Which lasts longer, Joy by Dior or Poison?
Poison lasts longer. Joy by Dior is rated moderate (5h - 7h) while Poison is rated very long lasting (10h - 12h).
Do Joy by Dior and Poison smell similar?
They share no major notes and smell distinctly different. Joy by Dior centres on Bergamot and Neroli, while Poison centres on Plum and Coriander.
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