Side-by-side comparison of King by Bharara and 9pm by Afnan
Bharara
Afnan
| Attribute | King | 9pm |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Bharara | Afnan |
| Year | 2021 | 2020 |
| Rating | 4.34 | 4.38 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | masculine | masculine |
| Total Notes | 7 | 10 |
29 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
Bharara King is a polarizing fragrance with strong longevity and projection, featuring a prominent sharp woody-amber note that some appreciate but others find overpowering and regrettable. While it ranked first in one sampler test, it appears more commonly in collectors' regret lists, suggesting it appeals to a niche audience with specific taste preferences.
38 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
5.5
/10
The community has a divided opinion on Afnan 9pm, with many warning against blind buying based on social media hype. While some love it and praise its value and performance, others find it overly sweet, synthetic, and headache-inducing. Newer batches reportedly require maceration (aging) to reach advertised performance levels, and excessive application can be off-putting in professional settings.