HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Carlisle vs 9PM
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Both perform comparably, but 9PM is the better value at a lower price. Carlisle justifies its premium only if you connect with its specific character.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
86/100
Longevity
82/100
85/100
Sillage
80/100
35%
Day Wear
35%
65%
Night Wear
65%
15%
Spring
25%
10%
Summer
15%
40%
Autumn
35%
35%
Winter
25%
43
Value (lower price wins)
357
Carlisle
Top
Apple, Nutmeg, Bergamot
Heart
Jasmine, Patchouli, Cinnamon
Base
Amber, Vanilla, Sandalwood
9PM
Top
Apple, Lavender, Bergamot
Heart
Cinnamon, Orange Blossom, Violet
Base
Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Amber, Cedar
Shared Notes (5)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Carlisle or 9PM better?
Both perform comparably, but 9PM is the better value at a lower price. Carlisle justifies its premium only if you connect with its specific character.
Which lasts longer, Carlisle or 9PM?
Carlisle lasts longer. Carlisle is rated long lasting (8h - 12h) while 9PM is rated long lasting (8h - 10h).
Do Carlisle and 9PM smell similar?
They share 5 notes: Apple, Bergamot, Cinnamon, Amber, Vanilla. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
AdeGbe is reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site we may earn an affiliate commission from retailers such as Amazon, FragranceNet, Sephora, and Lookfantastic. This never affects the price you pay, and it never influences our reviews, scores, or rankings — our editorial verdicts are independent.