Best Abu Dhabi Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to Abu Dhabi by Memo Paris. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to Abu Dhabi by Memo Paris are: 1. Oud Maracujá by Maison Crivelli (60% match), 2. Black Phantom by By Kilian (55% match), 3. Angels' Share by By Kilian (53% match), 4. Smoking Hot by By Kilian (51% match), 5. Poison by Dior (44% match).
Accord Profile
Sweet
100%
Fruity
91%
Warm Spicy
84%
Amber
48%
Aromatic
42%
Metallic
27%
Earthy
24%
Woody
22%
Affordable Alternatives
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Shared Accords
SweetFruityWarm SpicyAmberWoody
Shared Notes (2)
saffron, amber
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Shared Notes (1)
vetiver
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SweetWarm SpicyAmberWoody
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SweetFruityWarm Spicy
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Shared Accords
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Shared Notes (3)
plum, amber, vetiver
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Shared Accords
SweetFruityWarm SpicyAmberEarthyWoody
Shared Notes (2)
amber, vetiver
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Shared Accords
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Shared Notes (2)
amber, vetiver
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Shared Accords
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Shared Notes (3)
plum, amber, vetiver
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Shared Accords
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Shared Notes (1)
amber
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Shared Accords
SweetFruityWarm Spicy
Shared Notes (3)
plum, cardamom, amber
Community Sentiment Pulse — Abu Dhabi
Mixed5 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.5
/10
Abu Dhabi by Memo Paris is appreciated as a beautiful gourmand fragrance, but the community notes it bears strong similarities to Black Phantom by Kilian, which many prefer. Limited availability of samples has prevented wider community testing and opinions.
Positive
- Beautiful gourmand composition
- Unique take on the gourmand category
- Distinctive scent profile
Negative
- Closely resembles Black Phantom by Kilian
- Black Phantom considered superior by some
- Difficult to find samples or decants
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for Abu Dhabi?+
The top dupes for Abu Dhabi by Memo Paris ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Oud Maracujá by Maison Crivelli (60% match); Black Phantom by By Kilian (55% match); Angels' Share by By Kilian (53% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from Abu Dhabi's pyramid.
Are dupes of Abu Dhabi worth buying?+
Dupes target the same accord/note profile at a lower price. The trade-offs are usually shorter longevity, weaker projection, and simpler note development. The original Abu Dhabi scores 6.5/10 with 5 Reddit opinions, so you have a baseline to compare against.
How similar are these dupes to Abu Dhabi?+
Similarity is scored as: accord cosine (40 points), shared notes (30), curated similar-perfumes list (20), and rating proximity (10). A score of 70+ means a strong match; 50–70 is noticeable similarity with its own character; below 50 is a distant cousin.
What accords should I look for in a Abu Dhabi dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Sweet (100%), Fruity (91%), Warm Spicy (84%), Amber (48%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.