HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Explorer vs Percival
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 Percival only if you specifically prefer its note profile.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
80/100
Longevity
76/100
75/100
Sillage
74/100
60%
Day Wear
70%
40%
Night Wear
30%
30%
Spring
35%
25%
Summer
30%
30%
Autumn
25%
15%
Winter
10%
222
Value (lower price wins)
48
Explorer
Top
Bergamot, Pink Pepper, Clary Sage
Heart
Leather, Patchouli, Akigalawood
Base
Ambroxan, Vetiver, Cedar
Percival
Top
Bergamot, Violet Leaf, Apple
Heart
Lavender, Geranium, Jasmine
Base
Ambroxan, Musk, Cedarwood
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Explorer or Percival better?
Both perform at a similar level, but Explorer delivers it for noticeably less money — making it the better value pick. Choose Percival only if you specifically prefer its note profile.
Which lasts longer, Explorer or Percival?
Explorer lasts longer. Explorer is rated long lasting (8h - 10h) while Percival is rated moderate to long lasting (6h - 8h).
Do Explorer and Percival smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Bergamot, Ambroxan. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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