HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Thé Noir 29 vs Mayar
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Both perform comparably, but Mayar 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
76/100
62/100
Sillage
70/100
55%
Day Wear
60%
45%
Night Wear
40%
25%
Spring
35%
20%
Summer
30%
35%
Autumn
20%
20%
Winter
15%
45
Value (lower price wins)
455
Thé Noir 29
Top
Bergamot, Fig Leaf, Bay
Heart
Black Tea, Hay, Fig
Base
Vetiver, Cedar, Tobacco, Musk
Mayar
Top
Lychee, Bergamot, Pink Pepper
Heart
Rose, Jasmine, Magnolia
Base
Musk, Sandalwood, Vanilla, Cedar
Shared Notes (3)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Thé Noir 29 or Mayar better?
Both perform comparably, but Mayar 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 Mayar?
Thé Noir 29 lasts longer. Thé Noir 29 is rated moderate to long lasting (6h - 8h) while Mayar is rated moderate to long lasting (6h - 8h).
Do Thé Noir 29 and Mayar smell similar?
They share 3 notes: Bergamot, Cedar, Musk. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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