Side-by-side comparison of Rakh by Scent Of Africa and Carved Oud by Thameen
Scent Of Africa
Thameen
| Attribute | Rakh | Carved Oud |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Scent Of Africa | Thameen |
| Year | 2022 | 2013 |
| Rating | 3.71 | 4.54 |
| Concentration | — | — |
| Gender | masculine | feminine |
| Total Notes | 9 | 13 |
18 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
7.2
/10
Carved Oud is highly regarded as an excellent performer with strong longevity and sillage, and a better value alternative to Tom Ford Oud Wood. However, multiple users report that newer batches (post-2021/2022 reformulation due to banned ingredient restrictions) differ noticeably from original samples, featuring more prominent talcum notes and less spice complexity, which has caused some disappointment among those familiar with earlier versions.