HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Oud Wood vs Scandal Pour Homme
Which should you buy? Full side-by-side breakdown of notes, performance, seasons, value, and our verdict.
QUICK VERDICT
Both perform comparably, but Scandal Pour Homme is the better value at a lower price. Oud Wood justifies its premium only if you connect with its specific character.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
80/100
Longevity
75/100
70/100
Sillage
72/100
45%
Day Wear
35%
55%
Night Wear
65%
20%
Spring
20%
15%
Summer
10%
35%
Autumn
35%
30%
Winter
35%
38
Value (lower price wins)
143
Oud Wood
Top
Oud (Agarwood), Cardamom, Rosewood
Heart
Sandalwood, Vetiver, Sichuan Pepper
Base
Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Amber, Cedarwood
Scandal Pour Homme
Top
Mandarin Orange, Clary Sage
Heart
Caramel, Lavender
Base
Tonka Bean, Vetiver, Patchouli
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Oud Wood or Scandal Pour Homme better?
Both perform comparably, but Scandal Pour Homme is the better value at a lower price. Oud Wood justifies its premium only if you connect with its specific character.
Which lasts longer, Oud Wood or Scandal Pour Homme?
Oud Wood lasts longer. Oud Wood is rated long lasting (7h - 10h) while Scandal Pour Homme is rated long lasting (7h - 9h).
Do Oud Wood and Scandal Pour Homme smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Vetiver, Tonka Bean. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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