HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Obsession vs Pour Femme
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Obsession leans warmer and more cold-weather-friendly, while Pour Femme leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
84/100
Longevity
78/100
79/100
Sillage
74/100
34%
Day Wear
42%
66%
Night Wear
58%
26%
Spring
28%
9%
Summer
18%
30%
Autumn
27%
35%
Winter
27%
333
Value (lower price wins)
250
Obsession
Top
mandarin orange, bergamot, vanilla
Heart
jasmine, orange blossom, coriander
Base
amber, vanilla, musk
Pour Femme
Top
bergamot, neroli, mandarin orange
Heart
frangipani, raspberry, orange blossom
Base
sandalwood, marshmallow, vanilla
Shared Notes (4)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Obsession or Pour Femme better?
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Obsession leans warmer and more cold-weather-friendly, while Pour Femme leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Obsession or Pour Femme?
Obsession lasts longer. Obsession is rated very long lasting (10-12h) while Pour Femme is rated long lasting (8-10h).
Do Obsession and Pour Femme smell similar?
They share 4 notes: mandarin orange, bergamot, vanilla, orange blossom. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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