HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Explorer vs Pegasus
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Both perform at a similar level, but Explorer delivers it for noticeably less money — making it the better value pick. Choose Pegasus only if you specifically prefer its note profile.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
80/100
Longevity
78/100
75/100
Sillage
72/100
60%
Day Wear
50%
40%
Night Wear
50%
30%
Spring
25%
25%
Summer
20%
30%
Autumn
30%
15%
Winter
25%
222
Value (lower price wins)
48
Explorer
Top
Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Clary Sage
Heart
Leather, Patchouli, Akigalawood
Base
Ambroxan, Vetiver, Cedar
Pegasus
Top
Bergamot, Heliotrope, Cumin
Heart
Bitter Almond, Jasmine, Lavender
Base
Vanilla, Sandalwood, Vetiver
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Explorer or Pegasus better?
Both perform at a similar level, but Explorer delivers it for noticeably less money — making it the better value pick. Choose Pegasus only if you specifically prefer its note profile.
Which lasts longer, Explorer or Pegasus?
Explorer lasts longer. Explorer is rated long lasting (8h - 10h) while Pegasus is rated long lasting (7h - 9h).
Do Explorer and Pegasus smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Bergamot, Vetiver. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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