Question 1

What's the difference between Tonkatonic and Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Tonkatonic is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Morph (2024) dominated by Almond accords. Guidance is a feminine fragrance (marketed to women, though wearable by all) from Amouage (2023) leaning on Woody accords. They share 6 accords: Sweet, Amber, Fruity, Vanilla.

Question 2

Which is better, Tonkatonic or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

By community rating, Tonkatonic scores 3.91/5 vs Guidance at 3.85/5. Guidance's standout strength: Unique, complex drydown with creamy, woody, rose and smoky notes. The "better" choice depends on what you value — longevity, projection, season fit, or signature character.

Question 3

Do Tonkatonic and Guidance smell similar?

Accepted Answer

They share 2 notes and 6 accords, including Sweet, Amber, Fruity, Vanilla, Woody. Guidance: Guidance 46 is a highly divisive fragrance that inspires passionate devotion or strong dislike with little middle ground.

Question 4

Which lasts longer, Tonkatonic or Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Guidance: Excellent performance and longevity for those who can smell it Longevity varies by skin chemistry, concentration, and application method.

Question 5

Which season suits Tonkatonic vs Guidance?

Accepted Answer

Tonkatonic scores highest for all seasons wear; Guidance scores highest for fall wear. Tonkatonic leans daytime, Guidance leans evening.

Tonkatonic vs Guidance

Comparison Summary

Shared Notes (2)

Unique to Tonkatonic (7)

Unique to Guidance (10)

Shared Accords (6)

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Attribute	Tonkatonic	Guidance
Brand	Morph	Amouage
Year	2024	2023
Rating	3.91	3.85
Concentration	—	—
Gender	feminine	feminine
Total Notes	9	12