HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Obsession vs Opium
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 fresher and more warm-weather-friendly, while Opium leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
84/100
Longevity
86/100
79/100
Sillage
84/100
34%
Day Wear
20%
66%
Night Wear
80%
26%
Spring
10%
9%
Summer
5%
30%
Autumn
40%
35%
Winter
45%
333
Value (lower price wins)
143
Obsession
Top
mandarin orange, bergamot, vanilla
Heart
jasmine, orange blossom, coriander
Base
amber, vanilla, musk
Opium
Top
Clove, Pepper, Bay Leaf, Mandarin
Heart
Carnation, Myrrh, Cinnamon, Jasmine
Base
Labdanum, Benzoin, Patchouli, Vanilla
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Obsession or Opium better?
These two are closely matched on performance and price. The decision comes down to note preference: Obsession leans fresher and more warm-weather-friendly, while Opium leans the other way. Pick based on the season and mood you'll wear it most.
Which lasts longer, Obsession or Opium?
Opium lasts longer. Obsession is rated very long lasting (10-12h) while Opium is rated long lasting (8h - 10h).
Do Obsession and Opium smell similar?
They share 2 notes: vanilla, jasmine. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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