HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Carlisle vs Tobacco Oud
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Both perform at a similar level, but Carlisle delivers it for noticeably less money — making it the better value pick. Choose Tobacco Oud only if you specifically prefer its note profile.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
86/100
Longevity
88/100
85/100
Sillage
82/100
35%
Day Wear
25%
65%
Night Wear
75%
15%
Spring
12%
10%
Summer
6%
40%
Autumn
35%
35%
Winter
47%
43
Value (lower price wins)
34
Carlisle
Top
Apple, Nutmeg, Bergamot
Heart
Jasmine, Patchouli, Cinnamon
Base
Amber, Vanilla, Sandalwood
Tobacco Oud
Top
Tobacco Leaf, Coriander, Aniseed
Heart
Oud, Cedar, Incense
Base
Sandalwood, Amber, Vanilla
Shared Notes (3)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Carlisle or Tobacco Oud better?
Both perform at a similar level, but Carlisle delivers it for noticeably less money — making it the better value pick. Choose Tobacco Oud only if you specifically prefer its note profile.
Which lasts longer, Carlisle or Tobacco Oud?
Tobacco Oud lasts longer. Carlisle is rated long lasting (8h - 12h) while Tobacco Oud is rated long lasting (9h - 11h).
Do Carlisle and Tobacco Oud smell similar?
They share 3 notes: Amber, Vanilla, Sandalwood. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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