Question 1

What's the difference between Smoking Hot and Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Smoking Hot is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from By Kilian (2023) dominated by Tobacco accords. Aventus is a masculine fragrance (marketed to men, though wearable by all) from Creed (2010) leaning on Fruity accords. They share 3 accords: Fruity, Smoky, Sweet.

Question 2

Which is better, Smoking Hot or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Smoking Hot scores 4.34/5 vs Aventus at 4.32/5. Aventus's standout strength: Excellent projection and longevity, especially on clothing. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Smoking Hot and Aventus smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 3 accords, including Fruity, Smoky, Sweet, Apple, Oakmoss. Aventus: Aventus is respected within the r/fragrance community as a high-performing, universally compliment-worthy fragrance with revolutionary fruity chypre characteristics.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Smoking Hot or Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Aventus: Excellent projection and longevity, especially on clothing Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Smoking Hot vs Aventus?

Accepted Answer

Smoking Hot scores highest for all seasons wear; Aventus scores highest for summer wear. Smoking Hot leans daytime, Aventus leans daytime.

Smoking Hot vs Aventus

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Smoking Hot (8)

Unique to Aventus (11)

Shared Accords (3)

Frequently asked questions

Community Sentiment Pulse — Aventus

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Attribute	Smoking Hot	Aventus
Brand	By Kilian	Creed
Year	2023	2010
Rating	4.34	4.32
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	masculine
Total Notes	11	13