HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Obsession vs Poison
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Poison is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Obsession. Choose Poison when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
84/100
Longevity
90/100
79/100
Sillage
92/100
34%
Day Wear
15%
66%
Night Wear
85%
26%
Spring
10%
9%
Summer
5%
30%
Autumn
40%
35%
Winter
45%
333
Value (lower price wins)
133
Obsession
Top
mandarin orange, bergamot, vanilla
Heart
jasmine, orange blossom, coriander
Base
amber, vanilla, musk
Poison
Top
Plum, Coriander, Pepper
Heart
Tuberose, Carnation, Honey
Base
Amber, Opoponax, Cedar, Musk
Shared Notes (3)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Obsession or Poison better?
Poison is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Obsession. Choose Poison when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
Which lasts longer, Obsession or Poison?
Poison lasts longer. Obsession is rated very long lasting (10-12h) while Poison is rated very long lasting (10h - 12h).
Do Obsession and Poison smell similar?
They share 3 notes: coriander, amber, musk. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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