HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Thé Noir 29 vs Man in Black
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Both perform comparably, but Man in Black is the better value at a lower price. Thé Noir 29 justifies its premium only if you connect with its specific character.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
76/100
Longevity
78/100
62/100
Sillage
72/100
55%
Day Wear
35%
45%
Night Wear
65%
25%
Spring
15%
20%
Summer
5%
35%
Autumn
35%
20%
Winter
45%
45
Value (lower price wins)
182
Thé Noir 29
Top
Bergamot, Fig Leaf, Bay
Heart
Black Tea, Hay, Fig
Base
Vetiver, Cedar, Tobacco, Musk
Man in Black
Top
Spiced Rum, Tobacco, Bergamot
Heart
Tuberose, Iris, Leather
Base
Tonka Bean, Amber, Benzoin
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Thé Noir 29 or Man in Black better?
Both perform comparably, but Man in Black is the better value at a lower price. Thé Noir 29 justifies its premium only if you connect with its specific character.
Which lasts longer, Thé Noir 29 or Man in Black?
Man in Black lasts longer. Thé Noir 29 is rated moderate to long lasting (6h - 8h) while Man in Black is rated long lasting (7h - 10h).
Do Thé Noir 29 and Man in Black smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Bergamot, Tobacco. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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