HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
1 Million vs 9PM
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Both perform comparably, but 9PM is the better value at a lower price. 1 Million justifies its premium only if you connect with its specific character.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
76/100
Longevity
82/100
84/100
Sillage
80/100
45%
Day Wear
35%
55%
Night Wear
65%
20%
Spring
25%
20%
Summer
15%
30%
Autumn
35%
30%
Winter
25%
125
Value (lower price wins)
357
1 Million
Top
Grapefruit, Mint, Blood Orange
Heart
Rose Absolute, Cinnamon, Spices
Base
Leather, Patchouli, White Wood, Amber
9PM
Top
Apple, Lavender, Bergamot
Heart
Cinnamon, Orange Blossom, Violet
Base
Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Amber, Cedar
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is 1 Million or 9PM better?
Both perform comparably, but 9PM is the better value at a lower price. 1 Million justifies its premium only if you connect with its specific character.
Which lasts longer, 1 Million or 9PM?
9PM lasts longer. 1 Million is rated moderate (6h - 8h) while 9PM is rated long lasting (8h - 10h).
Do 1 Million and 9PM smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Cinnamon, Amber. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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