H24 EDT vs. EDP by Hermes

H24 is the newer fragrance series for men by Hermes. Thus far, we have gotten the first release, H24 EDT and the subsequent H24 eau de parfum. In this post, I want to compare the two colognes, and see what the differences are. Which smells better? How long do they last? Which is the better buy?

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Tale of the Tape: H24 EDT vs EDP

H24

Notes includes: sage, narcissus, rosewood, sclarene

Click here to try: H24 by Hermes

Read my review: H24 EDT

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H24 EDP

Notes include: moss, sclarene, sage, rosewood, narcissus

Click here to try: H24 EDP

My Review: H24 eau de parfum

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Opening

H24 EDT starts out like a sage bomb, on my skin. The sclarene note adds its metallic influence underneath that, but it feels warmer than the eau de parfum version. Like, the moss in that, has a cooling influence in comparison.

Narcissus is stronger in the early stages in EDT. There is also a lighter fruity touch to the blend, that doesn’t come through as much with the EDP.

H24 EDP opens up quite metallic and green with how it comes across. In this mix, the moss and sclarene are amped up from the jump. Not as much sage, as with EDT, but it is still there.

Oakmoss is also in the original, just a fairly negligible amount. In EDP, it’s massive.

Plus, the yellow floral aspect and underlying woods are detectable. A bit of sweetness under that, mossy metal aroma, and very cold fresh.

Which is better?

The greenish metal scent of EDP is interesting, but I like how H24 EDT kicks off somewhat more. The sage and the weighting of the other notes, is more likeable to me than the infusion of moss, with the eau de parfum.

Edge: H24

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Projection

I don’t notice too much of a difference with how each projects or the sillage, overall. With the original H24, it would project 5-7 feet and come in closer from there.

Nothing massive, but I knew it was around pretty deep into the wear. With EDP, it might have an extra bump up top with the strength. But really, nothing super noticeable.

EDP does have a better ability to stay at it’s stronger levels than the EDT. For that, I’ll give it the edge.

Edge: EDP

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Longevity

Again, there isn’t a huge difference in terms of how long each cologne lasts, either. With the original, I got 6-7.5 hours of wear from it, each time I tested the EDT.

Nothing amazing, but I found it to be solid.

With H24 eau de parfum, it was maybe a tad better. Up to 8.5 hours, mostly with the moss still hanging around. Though, about 7-ish hours, on average.

Edge: EDP

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Versatility

There’s no difference in this category.

Both are more daytime oriented, work safe, and very easy to wear. Each is at its best in spring and summer. But, can extend into the autumn months too. Very versatile fragrances.

A slight age difference. Each can be worn by anyone, but EDP feels more geared towards an older audience, and EDT can work well for either.

Edge: Push

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Overall Scent

Overall, which of these do I prefer?

H24 EDT and EDP aren’t completely different from one another, like some flankers can be. Add a much stronger oakmoss note to the original and fiddle some with the weightings of the other notes, and you have, EDP.

I’m probably in the minority opinion, but I like the original more than the stronger EDP. I’m not in love with either, I think they’re both likeable scents, but the EDT just smells better to me throughout the wear.

The dry down is pretty similar between them. EDT is more of the narcissus influence, both are much heavier with the rosewood, near the end.

Really, it comes down to whether you like moss and it’s fresher aspects. Hermes calls this a ‘high-tech moss’ and it doesn’t come across as naturalistic. There’s something slightly different about it.

H24 EDP feels better suited to older guys. It’s less sweet, less floral, and has a classic clean.

Personally, I’m going with the original EDT. I like the woody dry down with the narcissus. Nothing too complex, but a bit more enjoyable to me.

Winner: H24 EDT