HEAD-TO-HEAD COMPARISON · 2026
Y Eau de Parfum vs Oud Wood
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 Y Eau de Parfum delivers it for noticeably less money — making it the better value pick. Choose Oud Wood only if you specifically prefer its note profile.
PERFORMANCE METRICS
80/100
Longevity
80/100
76/100
Sillage
70/100
60%
Day Wear
45%
40%
Night Wear
55%
35%
Spring
20%
25%
Summer
15%
25%
Autumn
35%
15%
Winter
30%
118
Value (lower price wins)
38
Y Eau de Parfum
Top
Apple, Ginger, Bergamot
Heart
Sage, Juniper Berries, Geranium
Base
Amberwood, Tonka Bean, Cedar, Vetiver
Oud Wood
Top
Oud (Agarwood), Cardamom, Rosewood
Heart
Sandalwood, Vetiver, Sichuan Pepper
Base
Tonka Bean, Vanilla, Amber, Cedarwood
Shared Notes (2)
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is Y Eau de Parfum or Oud Wood better?
Both perform at a similar level, but Y Eau de Parfum delivers it for noticeably less money — making it the better value pick. Choose Oud Wood only if you specifically prefer its note profile.
Which lasts longer, Y Eau de Parfum or Oud Wood?
Y Eau de Parfum lasts longer. Y Eau de Parfum is rated long lasting (8h - 10h) while Oud Wood is rated long lasting (7h - 10h).
Do Y Eau de Parfum and Oud Wood smell similar?
They share 2 notes: Tonka Bean, Vetiver. There is some overlap, but each retains a distinct identity.
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