Zipped Premier vs Obsidian
Notes, accords, longevity, sillage, seasons and community ratings, side by side.
45%scent match
Some overlap
Quick verdict
Which one should you pick?
No clear winner: the 4 categories split 2–2.
Zipped PremierChoose it for a amber and fresh spicy character. Wins on value for money and fragranxe ranking. Best in spring, daytime wear.
ObsidianChoose it for a woody and aromatic character. Wins on longevity and sillage & projection. Best in fall, evening wear.
Zipped Premier2/4
Obsidian2/4
- Ratings & consensus
- Not scored
- Community sentiment
- Not scored
- Longevity
- Obsidian
- Sillage & projection
- Obsidian
- Value for money
- Zipped Premier
- Versatility
- Not scored
- Note pyramid (duration)
- Not scored
- Fragranxe ranking
- Zipped Premier
Head-to-head breakdown
Every category side by side, with the winner called out.
Fragrance
Zipped PremierPerfumer's WorkshopObsidianInsider ParfumsWinner
Ratings & consensus
Average rating and ownership split4.38/ 5 · 13 votes
Have 58%Had 15%Want 27%
4.40/ 5 · 5 votes
Have 25%Had 0%Want 75%
Category winnerNot enough dataRating weighted by vote count
Community sentiment
How voters split from love to hate38%Love
62%Like
0%Ok
0%Dislike
0%Hate
13 votes · too few to score
60%Love
20%Like
20%Ok
0%Dislike
0%Hate
5 votes · too few to score
Category winnerNot enough dataMost positive mix (25+ votes)
Longevity & sillage
0–100 community performance scores
Category winners
LongevityObsidian
SillageObsidian
Value for money
How fairly priced voters find itCategory winnerZipped PremierBest value score
Main accords
Strength of each scent family · outlined = shared by bothamber100%
fresh spicy92%
aromatic84%
sweet77%
vanilla69%
citrus61%
woody100%
aromatic92%
warm spicy84%
amber77%
fresh spicy69%
powdery61%
Scent match45%Some overlap · both amber, aromatic and fresh spicy
Note pyramid (duration)
Top, heart and base, with how long each lasts when known · gold = sharedTop
CorianderRed AppleAmalfi LemonMandarin Orange
Heart
NutmegLavenderViolet
Base
AmberTonka BeanMuskWoodsy Notes
Top
GeraniumCardamomNutmegMandarin OrangePink PepperCorianderLavender
Heart
AgarwoodVetiverIncenseOudMagnoliaVioletAmber
Base
Virginia CedarSandalwoodBenzoinMusk
InformationalShared notesCoriander, Mandarin Orange, Nutmeg and Lavender. Note durations are not published for these fragrances, so this is not scored.
Seasons & time of day
Relative to each fragrance's best seasonSpring100
Summer100
Fall43
Winter29
Day100
Night50
Spring33
Summer33
Fall100
Winter100
Day67
Night100
Category winnerNot enough dataMost year-round
Who wears it
Gender appeal votesInformationalProfile onlyAudience is not scored
Ranking & credits
Fragranxe overall rank, nose and launchOverall rank#31,824
PerfumerPierre Negrin
Launched—
Reviews4
Overall rank#38,546
PerfumerNot listed
Launched—
Reviews2
Category winnerZipped PremierHigher overall rank
In a nutshell
Description & review snapshotZipped Premier opens with a sharp burst of Amalfi lemon, red apple, and mandarin orange before warming into a spicy nutmeg and lavender heart. Designed by Pierre Negrin, this cheapie settles into a cozy base of amber, tonka bean, and musk. It works best for casual spring days, gym sessions, or morning errands when you…
Reviews →Obsidian by Insider Parfums offers a bold, woody composition designed for those who appreciate intensity. This unisex scent centers on oud and vetiver, creating a dry and spicy profile that cuts through cold air. It remains firm on the skin for hours, making it a reliable choice for autumn evenings when you need a fra…
Reviews →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, Zipped Premier or Obsidian?
No clear winner: the 4 categories split 2–2. Zipped Premier is rated 4.38/5 from 13 votes; Obsidian is rated 4.40/5 from 5 votes. Choose Zipped Premier for a amber and fresh spicy character. Wins on value for money and fragranxe ranking. Best in spring, daytime wear. Choose Obsidian for a woody and aromatic character. Wins on longevity and sillage & projection. Best in fall, evening wear.
Which lasts longer, Zipped Premier or Obsidian?
Obsidian lasts longest (Obsidian 90/100, Zipped Premier 60/100), based on community performance votes.
Which projects more, Zipped Premier or Obsidian?
Obsidian projects furthest (Obsidian 81/100, Zipped Premier 63/100), based on community performance votes.
Do Zipped Premier and Obsidian smell similar?
Some overlap: a 45% scent match on Fragranxe. Both share amber, aromatic and fresh spicy accords. Common notes include Coriander, Mandarin Orange, Nutmeg and Lavender.
Is Zipped Premier or Obsidian better for summer or winter?
Zipped Premier suits daytime wear; Obsidian suits evening wear. Based on community season votes.
What are the notes in Zipped Premier and Obsidian?
Zipped Premier has top notes of Coriander, Red Apple, Amalfi Lemon and Mandarin Orange, heart notes of Nutmeg, Lavender and Violet, a base of Amber, Tonka Bean, Musk and Woodsy Notes. Obsidian has top notes of Geranium, Cardamom, Nutmeg and Mandarin Orange, heart notes of Agarwood, Vetiver, Incense and Oud, a base of Virginia Cedar, Sandalwood, Benzoin and Musk.
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