Question 1

What's the difference between 9 Final Spirit and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

9 Final Spirit is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Spiritum (2022) dominated by Sweet accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 5 accords: Sweet, Amber, Warm Spicy, Fruity.

Question 2

Which is better, 9 Final Spirit or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, 9 Final Spirit scores 3.91/5 vs Guidance at 3.85/5. Guidance's standout strength: Unique, complex drydown with creamy, woody, rose and smoky notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do 9 Final Spirit and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 4 notes and 5 accords, including Sweet, Amber, Warm Spicy, Fruity, Woody. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, 9 Final Spirit or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Guidance: Excellent performance and longevity for those who can smell it Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits 9 Final Spirit vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

9 Final Spirit scores highest for winter wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. 9 Final Spirit leans evening, Guidance leans evening.

9 Final Spirit vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (4)

Unique to 9 Final Spirit (10)

Unique to Guidance (8)

Shared Accords (5)

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Attribute	9 Final Spirit	Guidance
Brand	Spiritum	Amouage
Year	2022	2023
Rating	3.91	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	14	12