HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Percival vs 9AM
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Both perform comparably, but 9AM is the better value at a lower price. Percival justifies its premium only if you connect with its specific character.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
76/100
Longevity
78/100
74/100
Sillage
74/100
70%
Day Wear
70%
30%
Night Wear
30%
35%
Spring
35%
30%
Summer
30%
25%
Autumn
25%
10%
Winter
10%
48
Value (lower price wins)
400
Percival
Top
Bergamot, Violet Leaf, Apple
Heart
Lavender, Geranium, Jasmine
Base
Ambroxan, Musk, Cedarwood
9AM
Top
Bergamot, Apple, Lavender
Heart
Geranium, Sage, Violet Leaf
Base
Tonka Bean, Amberwood, Cedar
Shared Notes (5)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Percival or 9AM better?
Both perform comparably, but 9AM is the better value at a lower price. Percival justifies its premium only if you connect with its specific character.
Which lasts longer, Percival or 9AM?
9AM lasts longer. Percival is rated moderate to long lasting (6h - 8h) while 9AM is rated long lasting (7h - 9h).
Do Percival and 9AM smell similar?
They share 5 notes: Bergamot, Violet Leaf, Apple, Lavender, Geranium. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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