Best 'Ilm Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to 'Ilm by Xerjoff. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to 'Ilm by Xerjoff are: 1. Indonesian Oud Eau de Parfum by Ermenegildo Zegna (57% match), 2. VOODOO by MiN NEW YORK (52% match), 3. Royal Leather by By Kilian (46% match), 4. True Oud by Carolina Herrera (41% match), 5. Treasures of Safari by Ralph Lauren (41% match).
Accord Profile
Oud
100%
Woody
66%
Animalic
53%
Amber
34%
Mossy
18%
Earthy
13%
Balsamic
11%
Fresh Spicy
6%
Affordable Alternatives
#157% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
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OudWoodyAmberFresh Spicy
Shared Notes (1)
amber
#252% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
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OudWoodyAmberFresh Spicy
#346% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
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OudAnimalicFresh Spicy
#441% matchPremium
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OudWoodyAnimalicAmber
#541% matchMid-Range
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OudWoodyAmberBalsamicFresh Spicy
#640% matchPremium
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OudWoodyAnimalicAmberMossyFresh Spicy
Shared Notes (1)
oakmoss
#740% matchPremium
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OudWoodyAnimalicAmberBalsamicFresh Spicy
#839% matchPremium
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OudWoodyAnimalicAmberBalsamic
#939% matchPremium
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OudWoodyAmberFresh Spicy
Shared Notes (1)
amber
#1039% matchPremium
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OudWoodyAnimalicAmber
Shared Notes (1)
amber
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for 'Ilm?+
The top dupes for 'Ilm by Xerjoff ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Indonesian Oud Eau de Parfum by Ermenegildo Zegna (57% match); VOODOO by MiN NEW YORK (52% match); Royal Leather by By Kilian (46% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from 'Ilm's pyramid.
Are dupes of 'Ilm 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.
How similar are these dupes to 'Ilm?+
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 'Ilm dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Oud (100%), Woody (66%), Animalic (53%), Amber (34%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.