Fantastic Oud vs Oud Wood

Fantastic Oud is a divisive fragrance that appeals primarily as a beginner-friendly, affordable oud option with a soft sandalwood dry-down. However, its notably weak performance and lack of complexity compared to other Montale offerings limit its appeal to more experienced fragrance enthusiasts.

Tom Ford Oud Wood is genuinely well-regarded by the community as a beautiful, unique woody fragrance that deserves its reputation despite hype concerns. However, poor skin longevity (especially post-reformulation) is a consistent frustration for the price point, leading many to recommend cheaper alternatives like Nishane Kredo or Thameen Carved Oud for better performance.