Emperor Extrait vs Layton

Emperor Extrait by Parfums Vintage is widely regarded as the best Aventus clone available, with strong performance and a beautiful dry down combining pineapple, smoke, and musk. While some report projection weaknesses and it commands a premium price for a clone, the community consensus is that it delivers excellent value and reliability compared to chasing original Aventus batches.

Layton is a well-crafted, versatile fragrance with strong performance that genuinely appeals to many in the community, but it remains highly divisive due to its premium $285 price tag that many feel is unjustified compared to cheaper alternatives like Spicebomb Extreme. The scent requires sampling before purchase as it's a polarizing fragrance that either wins people over gradually or disappoints them entirely.