Fragrance comparison

Massimo Dutti vs Ankh

Notes, accords, longevity, sillage, seasons and community ratings, side by side.

Updated 15 Nov 2026 248 ratings analysed

Massimo Dutti

4.05220 votes

Rank #29,223 Fresh SpicyCitrus

Full profile Similar & dupes

52%scent match

Some overlap

5 wins

Ankh

Scents of Time

4.2528 votes

Rank #45,650 WoodyAromatic

Full profile Similar & dupes

Quick verdict

Which one should you pick?

Ankh takes 5 of 7 categories.

Massimo Dutti
Choose it for a fresh spicy and citrus character. Wins on value for money and fragranxe ranking. Best in spring.
Ankh
Choose it for a woody and aromatic character. Wins on ratings & consensus, community sentiment and longevity. Best in fall, daytime wear.

Massimo Dutti2/7

Ankh5/7

Ratings & consensus: Ankh
Community sentiment: Ankh
Longevity: Ankh
Sillage & projection: Ankh
Value for money: Massimo Dutti
Versatility: Ankh
Note pyramid (duration): Not scored
Fragranxe ranking: Massimo Dutti

Head-to-head breakdown

Every category side by side, with the winner called out.

Fragrance

Massimo DuttiMassimo Dutti

AnkhScents of Time

Winner

Ratings & consensus

Average rating and ownership split

4.05/ 5 · 220 votes

Have 45%Had 55%Want 0%

4.25/ 5 · 28 votes

Have 12%Had 9%Want 79%

Category winnerAnkhRating weighted by vote count

Community sentiment

How voters split from love to hate

30%Love

55%Like

5%Ok

8%Dislike

1%Hate

220 votes

32%Love

64%Like

0%Ok

4%Dislike

0%Hate

28 votes

Category winnerAnkhMost positive mix (25+ votes)

Longevity & sillage

0–100 community performance scores

⏱ Longevity55

〰 Sillage48

♥ Love / hate76

⏱ Longevity76

〰 Sillage77

♥ Love / hate81

Category winners

LongevityAnkh

SillageAnkh

Value for money

How fairly priced voters find it

¤ Price value76

¤ Price value50

Category winnerMassimo DuttiBest value score

Main accords

Strength of each scent family · outlined = shared by both

fresh spicy100%

citrus92%

warm spicy84%

woody77%

mossy69%

aromatic61%

woody100%

aromatic88%

fresh spicy77%

amber65%

warm spicy53%

sweet42%

Scent match52%Some overlap · both fresh spicy, woody and aromatic

Note pyramid (duration)

Top, heart and base, with how long each lasts when known · gold = shared

Top

BergamotAmalfi LemonLavender

Heart

NutmegCloveJasmineCinnamonLily-of-the-Valley

Base

oak mossSandalwoodFrench labdanumPatchouliMusk

Top

JuniperPink PepperBergamotLimeAmalfi Lemon

Heart

CypressBlack PepperBlack locustJasmineCinnamonGeraniumNutmegLavender

Base

VetyverVirginia CedarGuaiac WoodBirchTobaccoHoneySandalwoodBenzoin

InformationalShared notesBergamot, Amalfi Lemon, Lavender and Nutmeg. Note durations are not published for these fragrances, so this is not scored.

Seasons & time of day

Relative to each fragrance's best season

Spring100

Summer0

Fall0

Winter40

Day–

Night–

Spring50

Summer50

Fall100

Winter75

Day100

Night60

Category winnerAnkhMost year-round

Who wears it

Gender appeal votes

Men97

Unisex0

Women3

Men0

Unisex75

Women25

InformationalProfile onlyAudience is not scored

Ranking & credits

Fragranxe overall rank, nose and launch

Overall rank#29,223

PerfumerRamon Monegal

Launched—

Reviews0

Overall rank#45,650

PerfumerClaudine de Vogel

Launched—

Reviews0

Category winnerMassimo DuttiHigher overall rank

In a nutshell

Description & review snapshot

Massimo Dutti by Massimo Dutti, composed by Ramon Monegal in 1988, is an aromatic fougere built on crisp citrus and grounded woods. The scent opens with a sharp burst of bergamot and Amalfi lemon, spiked with clean lavender. It quickly shifts into a warm heart of nutmeg, clove, and quiet jasmine. As it settles, damp …

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Ankh by Scents of Time presents a complex woody and aromatic profile inspired by ancient Egyptian incense. The opening features a sharp citrus and juniper blend that settles into a resinous, spicy heart of cypress, cinnamon, and myrrh. Designed for those seeking a historical olfactory experience, this unisex scent bri…

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InformationalRead bothTaste is personal

How we score: ratings blend public fragrance ratings with Fragranxe member votes; longevity, sillage, value and sentiment are community vote scores, and season bars are relative to each fragrance's strongest season. Categories with too little data are shown but not scored. The scent match weighs accord overlap (60%) and shared notes (40%). More in the FAQ.

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Common questions

Straight answers from the data above.

Which is better, Massimo Dutti or Ankh?

Ankh takes 5 of 7 categories. Massimo Dutti is rated 4.05/5 from 220 votes; Ankh is rated 4.25/5 from 28 votes. Choose Massimo Dutti for a fresh spicy and citrus character. Wins on value for money and fragranxe ranking. Best in spring. Choose Ankh for a woody and aromatic character. Wins on ratings & consensus, community sentiment and longevity. Best in fall, daytime wear.

Which lasts longer, Massimo Dutti or Ankh?

Ankh lasts longest (Ankh 76/100, Massimo Dutti 55/100), based on community performance votes.

Which projects more, Massimo Dutti or Ankh?

Ankh projects furthest (Ankh 77/100, Massimo Dutti 48/100), based on community performance votes.

Do Massimo Dutti and Ankh smell similar?

Some overlap: a 52% scent match on Fragranxe. Both share fresh spicy, woody and aromatic accords. Common notes include Bergamot, Amalfi Lemon, Lavender and Nutmeg.

Is Massimo Dutti or Ankh better for summer or winter?

For summer, Ankh is the stronger pick. For winter, Ankh is the stronger pick. Ankh suits daytime wear. Based on community season votes.

What are the notes in Massimo Dutti and Ankh?

Massimo Dutti has top notes of Bergamot, Amalfi Lemon and Lavender, heart notes of Nutmeg, Clove, Jasmine and Cinnamon, a base of oak moss, Sandalwood, French labdanum and Patchouli. Ankh has top notes of Juniper, Pink Pepper, Bergamot and Lime, heart notes of Cypress, Black Pepper, Black locust and Jasmine, a base of Vetyver, Virginia Cedar, Guaiac Wood and Birch.