Best The Moon Dupes & Alternatives 2026
Discover 10 affordable alternatives to The Moon by Frederic Malle. Ranked by scent similarity with match scores, shared accords, and notes.
The best affordable alternatives to The Moon by Frederic Malle are: 1. Oud Nude by Guerlain (49% match), 2. Dolce&Gabbana The Only One 2 Dolce&Gabbana perfume by Dolce Gabbana (49% match), 3. Burberry Her by Burberry (48% match), 4. Ganymede Marc-Antoine Barrois perfume by Marc Antoine Barrois (47% match), 5. Miss Dior Cherie Eau de Parfum by Dior (47% match).
Accord Profile
Fruity
100%
Sweet
49%
Oud
40%
Leather
36%
Amber
30%
Rose
30%
Woody
30%
Warm Spicy
29%
Affordable Alternatives
#149% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FruitySweetOudRoseWoody
Shared Notes (5)
raspberry, rose, agarwood oud , sandalwood, cedar
#249% matchMid-Range
Shared Accords
FruitySweetAmberRoseWarm Spicy
Shared Notes (5)
blackberry, red berries, rose, violet, patchouli
#348% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FruitySweetAmberWoody
Shared Notes (6)
raspberry, blackberry, strawberry, violet, amber +1
#447% matchMid-RangeIn curated similar list
Shared Accords
OudLeatherWoodyWarm Spicy
Shared Notes (3)
saffron, patchouli, cedar
#547% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FruitySweetRoseWoodyWarm Spicy
Shared Notes (5)
strawberry, rose, amber, patchouli, sandalwood
#647% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FruitySweetAmberWoodyWarm Spicy
Shared Notes (5)
raspberry, litchi, red berries, amber, patchouli
#747% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FruitySweetAmberRoseWoody
Shared Notes (6)
raspberry, rose, violet, amber, sandalwood +1
#846% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FruitySweetRoseWoody
Shared Notes (6)
raspberry, litchi, rose, amber, patchouli +1
#946% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FruitySweetRose
Shared Notes (3)
raspberry, blackberry, strawberry
#1046% matchPremium
Shared Accords
FruitySweetAmberWoody
Shared Notes (4)
blackberry, strawberry, amber, sandalwood
Community Sentiment Pulse — The Moon
Positive47 opinions · Source: r/fragrance community
8.5
/10
The community consensus is highly positive, with The Moon widely regarded as one of the best oud fragrances ever made and a flagship niche fragrance that justifies its premium price. Users consistently praise its complexity, longevity, and quality, though many note it's best suited for special occasions rather than daily wear due to its intensity and unconventional nature.
Positive
- Exceptional complexity and quality that justifies premium niche pricing
- Outstanding longevity and projection
- Best-in-class oud and rose combination
- Premium, luxurious scent profile with high-quality ingredients
Negative
- Very high price point may require decants or samples
- Too intense and unconventional for everyday or warm weather wear
- Not fruit-driven despite some expectations
- May overwhelm others in social settings
Frequently asked questions
What are the best dupes for The Moon?+
The top dupes for The Moon by Frederic Malle ranked by accord-and-note similarity: Oud Nude by Guerlain (49% match); Dolce&Gabbana The Only One 2 Dolce&Gabbana perfume by Dolce Gabbana (49% match); Burberry Her by Burberry (48% match). Each match score reflects overlap in accord profile plus shared notes from The Moon's pyramid.
Are dupes of The Moon 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 The Moon scores 8.5/10 with 47 Reddit opinions, so you have a baseline to compare against.
How similar are these dupes to The Moon?+
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 The Moon dupe?+
Prioritize these accords when evaluating a dupe: Fruity (100%), Sweet (49%), Oud (40%), Leather (36%). The closer a candidate's accord strengths match, the closer it'll smell.