Best Super Cedar Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to Super Cedar by Byredo. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to Super Cedar by Byredo are: 1. Terre d'Hermès Hermès cologne by Hermes (57% match), 2. Miss Dior Rose Essence by Dior (57% match), 3. Dior Homme 2020 by Dior (53% match), 4. By the Fireplace by Maison Martin Margiela (52% match), 5. Paris – Édimbourg by Chanel (52% match).
Accord Profile
Woody
100%
Aromatic
37%
Musky
30%
Powdery
29%
Rose
26%
Earthy
25%
Green
8%
Floral
8%
Affordable Alternatives
#157% matchPremiumIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
WoodyAromaticEarthy
Shared Notes (2)
cedar, vetiver
#257% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyAromaticMuskyPowderyRoseEarthyGreen
Shared Notes (3)
rose, vetiver, musk
#353% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyAromaticMuskyPowderyEarthy
Shared Notes (3)
cedar, vetiver, musk
#452% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
WoodyMuskyPowdery
#552% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyAromaticMuskyPowderyEarthyGreen
Shared Notes (3)
cedar, vetiver, musk
#651% matchBudget
Shared Accords
WoodyMuskyPowderyRoseFloral
Shared Notes (3)
rose, cedar, musk
#750% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyAromaticPowderyEarthy
Shared Notes (2)
cedar, vetiver
#849% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyAromaticMuskyPowdery
Shared Notes (1)
musk
#948% matchPremium
Shared Accords
WoodyMuskyPowderyRoseFloral
Shared Notes (3)
rose, cedar, musk
#1046% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
WoodyPowdery
Community Sentiment Pulse — Super Cedar
Mixed62 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
6.2
/10
Super Cedar is appreciated by some as a subtle, understated office fragrance with a pleasant warmth, but many find it too simple and expensive for its straightforward composition. Several users report detecting harsh synthetic woody notes or alcohol in the opening, making decant sampling recommended before committing to a full bottle.
Positive
- Excellent subtle office scent with good longevity
- Beautiful cedar-forward composition with warm, grounding qualities
- Works well as a layering base or standalone fragrance
Negative
- Price point is not justified for the simplicity of the composition
- Raw alcohol opening and harsh synthetic woody notes can be off-putting
- Lacks complexity and distinctiveness compared to alternatives
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for Super Cedar?+
The top dupes for Super Cedar by Byredo ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Terre d'Hermès Hermès cologne by Hermes (57% match); Miss Dior Rose Essence by Dior (57% match); Dior Homme 2020 by Dior (53% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from Super Cedar's pyramid.
Are dupes of Super Cedar 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 Super Cedar scores 6.2/10 with 62 Reddit opinions, so you have a baseline to compare against.
How similar are these dupes to Super Cedar?+
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 Super Cedar dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Woody (100%), Aromatic (37%), Musky (30%), Powdery (29%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.