Wanted Tonic vs Explorer

Wanted Tonic is viewed as a forgettable budget fragrance with minimal appeal. While it offers decent value at under $30, the community consensus highlights an off-putting patchouli dry down and overall lack of character that makes it unremarkable compared to alternatives in its price range.

The r/fragrance community views Montblanc Explorer as a solid, affordable alternative that shares the fresh citrus DNA of Aventus but is distinctly different, particularly in the drydown. While praised for value, consistency, and wearability, it's criticized for being overly linear and ambroxan-heavy compared to Aventus's complexity, making it a good standalone fragrance rather than a true clone.