No. 5 vs Ruby 34
How does the $60 dupe stack up against the $142 original?
Original
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No. 5
Chanel
$142 / 50mL
$2.84/mL
Notes
Top: aldehydes, ylang-ylang, neroli, bergamot
Heart: jasmine, rose, lily of the valley, iris
Base: sandalwood, vetiver, vanilla, amber, musk
Our Pick
Dupe — 8/10 Match
Ruby 34
Oakcha
$60 / 50mL
$1.20/mL
Notes
Top: aldehydes, ylang-ylang, bergamot
Heart: iris, jasmine, rose
Base: vanilla, sandalwood, musk
Head-to-Head
| Attribute | No. 5 | Ruby 34 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $142 | $60 | Ruby 34 |
| Price per mL | $2.84 | $1.20 | Ruby 34 |
| Longevity | — | 7 hours | — |
| Sillage | — | Moderate | — |
| Similarity | — | 8/10 | — |
| Value Rating | — | 7/10 | — |
The Verdict
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DupeScented Recommended — 8/10 match at 58% savings
A premium-feeling Chanel No. 5 alternative with an emphasis on the powdery iris-vanilla side.
Pros
- Powdery-floral character is spot on
- Good longevity for the price
- Premium oil-based formula
Cons
- More expensive than other dupes
- Oil-based format not for everyone
You save $82 (58% off) by choosing Ruby 34 over No. 5.
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