HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Phantom vs Naxos
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Naxos is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Phantom. Choose Naxos when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
74/100
Longevity
87/100
72/100
Sillage
82/100
60%
Day Wear
35%
40%
Night Wear
65%
35%
Spring
20%
30%
Summer
10%
20%
Autumn
35%
15%
Winter
35%
143
Value (lower price wins)
34
Phantom
Top
Lemon, Lavender, Bergamot
Heart
Apple, Sage, Geranium
Base
Vanilla, Patchouli, Woody Notes
Naxos
Top
Bergamot, Lavender, Lemon
Heart
Honey, Cinnamon, Cashmeran
Base
Tobacco, Vanilla, Tonka Bean
Shared Notes (4)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Phantom or Naxos better?
Naxos is the stronger performer, with better projection and longevity than Phantom. Choose Naxos when you want a fragrance that announces itself and lasts the full day.
Which lasts longer, Phantom or Naxos?
Naxos lasts longer. Phantom is rated moderate (6h - 8h) while Naxos is rated long lasting (8h - 12h).
Do Phantom and Naxos smell similar?
They share 4 notes: Lemon, Lavender, Bergamot, Vanilla. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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