Question 1

What's the difference between Thank U, Next and Mod Vanilla?

Accepted Answer

Thank U, Next is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ariana Grande (2019) dominated by Sweet accords. Mod Vanilla is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Ariana Grande (2022) leaning on Sweet accords. They share 5 accords: Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla, Musky.

Question 2

Which is better, Thank U, Next or Mod Vanilla?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Thank U, Next scores 3.66/5 vs Mod Vanilla at 4.22/5. On r/fragrance, Thank U, Next sits at 6.2/10 (mixed) while Mod Vanilla is 6.2/10 (mixed). Thank U, Next's standout strength: Affordable price point for a designer fragrance. Mod Vanilla's standout strength: Unique tobacco/cigarette-like drydown that intrigues some users. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Thank U, Next and Mod Vanilla smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 1 notes and 5 accords, including Sweet, Fruity, Vanilla, Musky, Lactonic. Thank U, Next: Thank U Next is viewed as a solid budget-friendly fragrance option with an attractive bottle, but the community is divided on its actual scent profile. Mod Vanilla: Mod Vanilla generates mixed reactions in the community, with its most distinctive feature being a tobacco or cigarette-like drydown that either fascinates or repels users.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Thank U, Next or Mod Vanilla?

Accepted Answer

Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Thank U, Next vs Mod Vanilla?

Accepted Answer

Thank U, Next scores highest for summer wear; Mod Vanilla scores highest for winter wear. Thank U, Next leans daytime, Mod Vanilla leans daytime.

Thank U, Next vs Mod Vanilla

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (1)

Unique to Thank U, Next (5)

Unique to Mod Vanilla (6)

Shared Accords (5)

Frequently asked questions

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Attribute	Thank U, Next	Mod Vanilla
Brand	Ariana Grande	Ariana Grande
Year	2019	2022
Rating	3.66	4.22
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	6	7