Question 1

What's the difference between Nefer and Promise?

Accepted Answer

Nefer is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Prissana (2020) dominated by Warm Spicy accords. Promise is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Frederic Malle (2017) leaning on Woody accords. They share 2 accords: Amber, Woody.

Question 2

Which is better, Nefer or Promise?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Nefer scores 4.12/5 vs Promise at 4.21/5. On r/fragrance, Nefer sits at 6.5/10 (mixed) while Promise is 8.5/10 (positive). Nefer's standout strength: High quality and longevity. Promise's standout strength: Unique and distinctive rose fragrance with no actual oud. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Nefer and Promise smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share a small fraction of their ingredients — expect noticeably different experiences. Nefer: Mancera fragrances receive mixed reviews in the community, with users praising their quality and longevity as good starting points for niche fragrance exploration, but some find them overly sweet and note that the brand's extensive catalog makes selection difficult. Promise: Promise is widely praised as a masterpiece rose fragrance with exceptional character and uniqueness, earning strong loyalty from both new and experienced fragrance collectors.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Nefer or Promise?

Accepted Answer

Nefer: High quality and longevity Promise: Not office-appropriate for some due to projection Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Nefer vs Promise?

Accepted Answer

Nefer scores highest for winter wear; Promise scores highest for winter wear. Nefer leans evening, Promise leans evening.

Nefer vs Promise

Comparison Summary

Unique to Promise (11)

Shared Accords (2)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Nefer

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Community Sentiment Pulse — Promise

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Attribute	Nefer	Promise
Brand	Prissana	Frederic Malle
Year	2020	2017
Rating	4.12	4.21
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	0	12