Black Oud
Thomas KosmalaEau de Parfum2014
Side by side
Black Oud vs. Oud Wood
Is Black Oud better than Oud Wood?
Black Oud peaks in winter, while Oud Wood belongs to fall. The side by side below shows where they overlap.
Why this score
Performance proximity
Accord profile overlap
Gender alignment
Oud
oudwoodysweetfresh spicy
This match is a verified relationship from our fragrance graph. The score weighs each fragrance's notes, accords, mood, occasion, weather fit, gender, and performance — the same scale as the badges on every “reminds of” rail.
The essentials
What's different between Black Oud and Oud Wood?
| Black Oud | Oud Wood | |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration | Eau de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Launched | 2014 | 2007 |
| Gender | Unisex | Unisex |
| Perfumer | — | Richard Herpin |
| Best season | Winter | Fall |
Scent DNA
How do Black Oud and Oud Wood smell?
Black Oud
Fruity
Oud
Woody
White Floral
Rose
Floral
Sweet
Fresh Spicy
Oud Wood
Woody
Warm Spicy
Oud
Aromatic
Vanilla
Fresh Spicy
Sweet
Balsamic
Shared between both fragrances
The pyramid
What notes do Black Oud and Oud Wood share?
Top
PeachBlackcurrant
RosewoodCardamomSichuan PepperPink Pepper
Heart
JasmineRose
Agarwood (Oud)OudBrazilian RosewoodVanilla
Base
OudWoody Notes
SandalwoodTonka BeanAmberVetiver
Notes both fragrances share
Community taste
Which performs better, Black Oud or Oud Wood?
| Black Oud | Oud Wood | |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 3.5/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Longevity | 4-6 hours | 4-6 hours |
| Sillage | moderate | moderate |
No varnish
What do reviewers say about Black Oud and Oud Wood?
Oud walks into the room, but quietly. The smoke doesn't fill the space so much as settle into it. This is the oud for people who want the depth without the drama, the dark without the edge.Black Oud
Oud without the intimidating punch. This takes that precious, sometimes brutal note and polishes it into something you'll actually want to smell on yourself. That's the move here, and it pays off.Oud Wood
The hunt
Where to buy Black Oud and Oud Wood
| Black Oud | Oud Wood | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 oz | — | $195.00ecosmetics |
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