HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Invictus vs Black XS
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Invictus is the stronger performer — it projects harder and lasts longer than Black XS. Choose Invictus when you want presence and longevity, especially for evenings and special occasions.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
72/100
Longevity
67/100
78/100
Sillage
66/100
65%
Day Wear
18%
35%
Night Wear
82%
30%
Spring
21%
45%
Summer
0%
20%
Autumn
35%
5%
Winter
47%
133
Value (lower price wins)
250
Invictus
Top
Grapefruit, Sea Notes, Mandarin
Heart
Bay Laurel, Jasmine, Hedione
Base
Guaiac Wood, Ambergris, Oakmoss
Black XS
Top
lemon, kalamansi, praline
Heart
sage, cinnamon, tagete
Base
tonka bean, patchouli, amber
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Invictus or Black XS better?
Invictus is the stronger performer — it projects harder and lasts longer than Black XS. Choose Invictus when you want presence and longevity, especially for evenings and special occasions.
Which lasts longer, Invictus or Black XS?
Invictus lasts longer. Invictus is rated moderate (5h - 7h) while Black XS is rated moderate (5-7h).
Do Invictus and Black XS smell similar?
They share no major notes and smell distinctly different. Invictus centres on Grapefruit and Sea Notes, while Black XS centres on lemon and kalamansi.
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