HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Percival vs Legend
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Percival is the stronger performer — it projects harder and lasts longer than Legend. Choose Percival when you want presence and longevity, especially for evenings and special occasions.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
76/100
Longevity
60/100
74/100
Sillage
55/100
70%
Day Wear
65%
30%
Night Wear
35%
35%
Spring
35%
30%
Summer
25%
25%
Autumn
25%
10%
Winter
15%
48
Value (lower price wins)
286
Percival
Top
Bergamot, Violet Leaf, Apple
Heart
Lavender, Geranium, Jasmine
Base
Ambroxan, Musk, Cedarwood
Legend
Top
Bergamot, Lavender, Pineapple Leaf
Heart
Apple, Rose, Geranium
Base
Tonka Bean, Oakmoss, Sandalwood
Shared Notes (4)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Percival or Legend better?
Percival is the stronger performer — it projects harder and lasts longer than Legend. Choose Percival when you want presence and longevity, especially for evenings and special occasions.
Which lasts longer, Percival or Legend?
Percival lasts longer. Percival is rated moderate to long lasting (6h - 8h) while Legend is rated moderate (5h - 7h).
Do Percival and Legend smell similar?
They share 4 notes: Bergamot, Apple, Lavender, Geranium. There is meaningful overlap in their character.
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