Oud Rose Intense vs Oud Wood

The community views Xerjoff's 2023 releases as competently made but underwhelming, with no clear must-buy fragrances despite good technical execution. While Astaral shows promise as a value option in the rose-oud category, most releases are considered difficult to wear with limited practical applications, and the house's recent direction lacks a compelling identity.

Tom Ford Oud Wood is genuinely well-regarded by the community as a beautiful, unique woody fragrance that deserves its reputation despite hype concerns. However, poor skin longevity (especially post-reformulation) is a consistent frustration for the price point, leading many to recommend cheaper alternatives like Nishane Kredo or Thameen Carved Oud for better performance.