HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Explorer vs Bad Boy
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Explorer is the stronger performer — it projects harder and lasts longer than Bad Boy. Choose Explorer when you want presence and longevity, especially for evenings and special occasions.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
80/100
Longevity
68/100
75/100
Sillage
65/100
60%
Day Wear
50%
40%
Night Wear
50%
30%
Spring
30%
25%
Summer
20%
30%
Autumn
30%
15%
Winter
20%
222
Value (lower price wins)
133
Explorer
Top
Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Clary Sage
Heart
Leather, Patchouli, Akigalawood
Base
Ambroxan, Vetiver, Cedar
Bad Boy
Top
Black Pepper, White Pepper, Bergamot
Heart
Sage, Cedar
Base
Cocoa, Tonka Bean, Amberwood
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Explorer or Bad Boy better?
Explorer is the stronger performer — it projects harder and lasts longer than Bad Boy. Choose Explorer when you want presence and longevity, especially for evenings and special occasions.
Which lasts longer, Explorer or Bad Boy?
Explorer lasts longer. Explorer is rated long lasting (8h - 10h) while Bad Boy is rated long lasting (6h - 8h).
Do Explorer and Bad Boy smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Bergamot, Cedar. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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