HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Thé Noir 29 vs Asad
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Asad is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Thé Noir 29. Choose Asad when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
76/100
Longevity
90/100
62/100
Sillage
90/100
55%
Day Wear
35%
45%
Night Wear
65%
25%
Spring
20%
20%
Summer
15%
35%
Autumn
35%
20%
Winter
30%
45
Value (lower price wins)
455
Thé Noir 29
Top
Bergamot, Fig Leaf, Bay
Heart
Black Tea, Hay, Fig
Base
Vetiver, Cedar, Tobacco, Musk
Asad
Top
Pineapple, Black Pepper, Bergamot
Heart
Tobacco, Lavender, Geranium
Base
Vanilla, Ambroxan, Tonka Bean, Musk
Shared Notes (3)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Thé Noir 29 or Asad better?
Asad is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Thé Noir 29. Choose Asad when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
Which lasts longer, Thé Noir 29 or Asad?
Asad lasts longer. Thé Noir 29 is rated moderate to long lasting (6h - 8h) while Asad is rated very long lasting (10h - 14h).
Do Thé Noir 29 and Asad smell similar?
They share 3 notes: Bergamot, Tobacco, Musk. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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