9 Fragrances Similar to Abercrombie Fierce

Fierce by Abercrombie & Fitch has been a best seller, since its release, but 10-15 years ago; it was an absolute monster. In high school, I smelled this cologne everywhere I went, seemingly. With such popularity, there are bound to be other colognes that come along, which smell similar to Fierce. There’s always a market for ‘clones’ of popular scents. Also, over time, the quality of Fierce has dipped and it doesn’t seem to pack the same punch anymore.

With that, guys are looking for an alternative, that either smells/performs better or costs less (or both). In this post, I want to present you eight options, that smell quite a bit like Fierce. Some will be more expensive, while others will be cheapies, but all produce that Fierce-like vibe.

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Which Men’s Fragrances Smell Like Abercrombie Fierce?

Most Similar Designer

MONTBLANC Legend Eau de Toilette, 1.0 Fl Oz– Legend has plenty of similarities to Fierce, but isn’t as spicy nor woodsy as the Abercrombie scent. Legend opens up with pineapple, that isn’t too sharp, and later is joined and tempered by lavender.

Legend also features a crisp apple note and the smooth sandalwood, which is quite nice. Mont Blanc Legend has also been a best seller for years. Legend is clean and masculine with a solid woody dry down. Legend Full Review.

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Hashtag Inspiration

#Fierce by The Dua Brand– So, this is the only one from the designers that re-create the aromas of popular fragrances, that seems to have done an ‘inspired’ version of Fierce.

Now, I haven’t personally tried this one out, but I have done so for other Dua scents and they do a really good job at almost completely matching the scent of famous fragrances. #Fierce is based on the original formulation of the A&F scent that used to get pumped into the stores back in the day.

Reviews are really positive and there’s no reason to think that Dua dropped the ball on this one. If you want something that tries to hit the same beats as Fierce, this is probably it.

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Woody and Iris

Dior Homme Eau For Men by Christian Dior for Men – 3.4 oz EDT Spray– Dior Homme Eau is of course, a close flanker of Dior Homme. However, it also creates a close aroma like our target scent. Eau has a strong cedar base and the spice of coriander. However, it starts off with top notes of grapefruit and bergamot.

The grapefruit and coriander is the same as Fierce, it uses different wood notes, but has that same sort of base. One big difference, is the presence of iris, which is the highlight of the original Dior Homme. This one has solid performance of 6-8 hours. Dior Homme Eau Review.

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Best Similar Cheapie

Frank Olivier Sunrise Eau de Toilette Spray for Men, 2.5 Ounce– Here is our first cheaper option. It’s not an exact duplicate of Fierce, but close enough, when considering price and the reformulations of the A&F fragrance.

It’s less woody and not as dry as Fierce, but has a good lavender note, and a nice bergamot up front. If I were to go with one of the cheapest options on this list, it’d have to be Sunrise. It gives you the closest approximation and best performance, out of all the cheapies.

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Affordable and Popular

Very Sexy Platinum– Very Sexy Platinum smells like a mix between a weaker old school bottle of A&F Fierce and Montblanc Legend. It never had the same level of power as classic A&F Fierce, but it was one that was always pretty popular and could draw plenty of complements. Usually not too bad of a price either.

The main differences between Platinum and those fragrances, to me at least, is a less spicy profile and it feels woodier. Very Sexy Platinum is fresh and has a nice earthiness to it.

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Another Super Cheap Option

PLAYBOY New York Men Eau De Toilette Spray, 3.4 Ounce Playboy– This is the absolute cheapest option on the list. It isn’t the best, can be somewhat watered down, and is closer to Mont Blanc Legend. Nonetheless, at around $10-15 per bottle, Playboy New York is a viable option. This one has apple and vanilla leading the way.

Yet an understated dryness of vetiver and an interesting vinyl note. It wouldn’t be my first option, but this one does inhabit the same fragrance style as Fierce. Playboy New York Full Review

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Better High End Version

PLATINUM EGOISTE POUR HOMME BY Chanel  – Updating this, since I put the wrong Egoiste down. Platinum is the version you want, if you’re looking for a grown up version of Fierce.

This has an old school barbershop aroma, that is modern and stylish. Sage, neroli, lavender, and petitgrain take control early on. That top line has a great deal of overlap with our target, just without the citrus top.

It’s greenish, herbal, and has a clean soapy quality. Egoiste Platinum is a deeper and more intricate scent versus Fierce. Floral, with sage and rosemary highlights. The latter stages get dry and woodier, with a nice vetiver note.

Probably won’t appeal to most high school guys, but if you’re an older fan of Fierce, this Chanel is a classic one to try. Platinum Egoiste Review

Fresh and Clean

Skulls and Roses ED Hardy Colognes for Men, 2.5 Ounce– Skulls and Roses is another cheap option that mimics Fierce, fairly closely. It starts off with a top of citrus, lavender, and cardamom spice. Then, it dries down with musk and dry oak moss. It’s like a simpler and more linear version of Fierce.

This one is fresh and clean with more of a soapy vibe. The sillage isn’t huge, moderate at first, but quite light thereafter. It lasts about six hours, on the skin. Though, you can pick up a bottle for under $20. Skulls and Roses Review

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The Newer Legend

MONTBLANC Legend eau de parfum 3.3 fl oz, 3.3 fl. oz.– I’m adding Legend eau de parfum to the list, as some people do like this one. Personally, I’d go with the original EDT, but this also smells similar to the A&F scent.

The main difference is with the violet leaf and leather notes. They are prominent. That takes this away from being a clone of either Legend or Fierce, but the overall feel is the same.

The similarities are going to be with the moss, woods, and musky sort of aroma. The violet leaf is one of my least favorite notes, so I don’t really enjoy this version at all. The light leather is a pretty nice touch.

I’d say, if you can pick this up relatively cheap, it’s an option. The performance isn’t good enough for a full bottle, though. Legend EDP Review