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Dylan Blue vs Versace Eros Cologne Comparison

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OK, so today, I’m going to do a head to head comparison between two Versace fragrances: Dylan Blue and Eros. These have been two extremely popular scents as of late and so there are a lot of guys wondering which one is the right one for them. Which of these two smells better? Gives the best performance? Please continue reading below for my full take and comparison.

Eros vs. Dylan Blue: Tale of the Tape

Versace Eros

Notes of Eros: mint, green apple, tonka bean, madagascar vanilla, vetiver, Italian lemon

Click here to try: Versace Eros Men Eau De Toilette Spray, 6.7 Fluid Ounce

My original Versace Eros Review

Dylan Blue

Notes include: black pepper, violet leaf, grapefruit, bergamot, tonka bean, ambrox, fig leaf

Click here to try: VERSACE Pour Homme Sealed Dylan Blue Eau de Toilette, 3.4 Ounce

Read my Full Review of Dylan Blue

Opening

Dylan Blue opens much like a less spicy/smoky version of Aqua Di Gio Profumo. It is a strong initial blast of grapefruit and bergamot, that gives it that citrus/acquatic vibe. After a bit of time it then transforms into something akin to Dior Sauvage, but not quite the same.

It has a similar citrus/ambroxan combo as does Sauvage, but not the spiciness. Plus, the aquatic notes set it apart. Beyond that, Dylan Blue features a really great fig note, in the opening stages.

I think that has become my favorite aspect of wearing this scent, the way the grapefruit and fig notes blend.

Eros, is an absolute monster from the start. The main players at the beginning are the mint, tonka bean, and vanilla. The green apple and lemon provide support and give Eros that juicy/gourmand quality.

Newer bottles of Eros, seem to be more about the lemon note in the opening, than the previous efforts. Maybe it’s just the batches that I got. It’s still nice, but it can come across fairly different. The vanilla, mint, and tonka bean are the best notes, to my mind.

Update: After coming back to even newer batches, Eros EDT really does favor that lemon note early on, nowadays. It’s a bit closer contest between it and Dylan Blue. I’d still give a decision towards Eros, but not by very much

I actually like the start from Dylan Blue and feel that it is one of the cologne’s strongest qualities. However, Versace Eros really makes an impression, and that’s what I’m giving the edge to.

Edge: Eros

Projection

This category isn’t even a contest. The clear edge goes to Eros, without question. Versace Eros is perhaps one of the loudest and most bold fragrances on the market (at least in the mainstream).

That’s one of the reasons, it enjoys such a popularity. However, it can also be a bit much for some folks.

Update: Again, the newer bottles of Eros don’t hit exactly the same way. Still bold and ahead of Dylan Blue, but they’ve taken a step back in terms of power.

Dylan Blue has a fairly strong opening and then fades after about an hour. After that, it’s pretty moderate for the most part, before it becomes a weak skin scent. It’s not terrible but not in the same realm as Eros.

Edge: Eros

Longevity

Again, complete domination. Eros lasts seemingly forever. When I would wear this regularly, a few years back, I could spray in the morning and still detect it towards the late night before showering. It’s a total beast.

Are the latest batches weaker? It’s tough to say, a recent mini of Eros that I purchased didn’t seem to hit the same strength as it used to. I put it up against Eros Flame, and that one lasted forever, while Eros was a notch below. Again, it might just be a bad batch.

Update: It’s around 8-ish hours now. Maybe more, depending on the day.

Dylan Blue is a pretty average performer. I get a solid 5-7 hours of wear from it. Coming back to this fragrance, after a year or so, it pretty consistently hits 6 hours. So, I expect 6-7, but sometimes it’ll quit at 5.

Edge: Eros

Versatility

Dylan Blue gets the nod here, I think. It can be worn year round with no problem, be perfectly fine in a casual environment, and still has the ability to perform in the nightlife.

Since Eros is so strong, it has it’s time and place. I would wear it to the office but limited it to one spray only. This is more of a nightlife powerhouse, than strictly a casual cologne. Add to that, I like it in the cold to moderate temperatures, as I think it gets messy in the heat.

Edge: Dylan Blue

Overall Scent

I like Dylan Blue, I’m just not that into it, though. It’s a pleasant but fairly generic kind of scent and is like an amalgamation of several other popular colognes. That’s not to say it’s bad and you wouldn’t enjoy it, but it’s not that incredible in my eyes.

Blue has a very nice opening act, but it turns into an ambroxan heavy fragrance, without much personality. The fig, light pepper, and citrus top are the peak of its creativity and the enjoyment I get from it.

Versace Eros is a special kind of animal. Yes, it’s insanely popular, but it still has a unique quality that Dylan Blue lacks. It’s not for everyone, but, it not only performs better…it also smells much better than Dylan Blue. That’s why it’s the winner here.

In fact, if you’re looking for Versace fragrances, I’d put the following ahead of Dylan Blue: Man Eau Fraiche, Eros, The Dreamer, and possibly even Pour Homme (depending on my mood).

Update: Yes, I still like Eros more than Dylan Blue. From Versace, I think Eros Parfum is the best of the Eros line now. I’m not really into the Eros formula as much as I was back when it came out in 2012 and the years after. That being said, it’s still a solid pick up. I’ve recently reviewed Greatness by Dua, which is based on the older formula of Eros EDT, and I think that’s a good bet for those who want the classic Eros EDT sort of smell.

Winner: Eros

Versace Eros vs Eros Parfum Comparison

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Eros is one of the best-selling fragrances in the world. Eros EDT started things off and the line has now spawned three additional iterations, such as today’s competitor, Eros Parfum. Since both of these are closely related in terms of everything, how do they actually compare and contrast. Which fragrance lasts longer? Which smells better?

Tale of the Tape; Eros vs Eros Parfum

Versace Eros EDT

Notes of Eros: mint, green apple, tonka bean, madagascar vanilla, vetiver, Italian lemon

Shop Amazon for: Versace Eros Eau de Toilette Spray for Men, 3.4 Fluid Ounce

My Full Review: Eros

Eros Parfum

Notes include: lemon, mandarin, black pepper, elemi, tonka bean, Madagascar vanilla, litsea cubeba, pomarose, geranium, lavender, clary sage, benzoin, cashmeran, patchouli, vetiver

Click here to try: Eros Parfum

Read my full review: Parfum

Opening

So, with the newer bottles of Eros EDT, I get a stronger opening of the lemon note versus what it was in the past. To me, it used to have more of a balance between the vanilla, mint, green apple, and that lemon.

Sweet, fresh, rich, and bold. Now, it’s quite citrusy on my skin and has a sharpness to it, that just doesn’t have that same vibe.

Eros Parfum actually opens up being more fresh than citrus. Yes, the citrus does pop at the top and its sparkling quality is nice. But, it’s actually more muted in the blend.

The usual lemon, mandarin, and that verbena-like litsea cubeba. Pepper and sage are more apparent, as is the base of amber and resinous notes like, benzoin and elemi.

Sage is the leader, geranium is stronger in this composition, and I get very little of the mint note.

Which is better? As it stands currently, I prefer what Parfum has to offer versus what I’m getting from the original EDT. It’s different, but familiar, and utilizes the fresh notes very well.

Edge: Eros Parfum

Projection

Both are strong. Neither are powerful, anymore. You’ll get a nice scent trail with either of these.

The projection reaches a tiny bit further with the Parfum version. Older Eros EDT, would outdo both of these. The performance has taken a step back, but these are still good performers for mainstream designer fragrances.

Edge: Parfum

Longevity

Eros EDT used to routinely get me 10+ hours, with the older bottles. Now, it is basically hitting 8 hours and can on occasion, still be detected at the 10 hour mark.

With Eros Parfum, the longevity seems to be 8.5-10+ hours. Mostly towards the upper end of that range. One time that I wore it, Parfum did fade at the 8.5 hour mark.

So, while the longevity now overlaps. Parfum is a more consistent performer for me, than is EDT.

Edge: Parfum

Versatility

As far as use cases go, these are obviously going to be very similar. Both are mainly used in the colder months of the year. An advantage that Parfum has, is that it can extend its usefulness further into the springtime than EDT.

Neither is a summertime wear, but Eros Parfum just keeps it together better when it gets warmer out.

Secondly, I think that Parfum is the smoothest and most refined of the Eros line. It’s got more maturity than any of them and can be worn by older men, as well as younger guys.

These are the main differences to me and Parfum takes this category.

Edge: Parfum

Overall Scent

Overall, which of these two fragrances do I prefer? It’s tough, because I would prefer older bottles of Eros EDT to Parfum. However, even comparing what I can buy right now, I only slightly prefer Parfum to the current incarnation of EDT.

EDT is still fine. I don’t want to make it seem like it’s terrible, it isn’t. Actually, all of the main Eros variants are about the same in terms of how each smells. But, I do think that Parfum is currently the best of them.

I like the freshness that Parfum has, while keeping it smooth in the latter stages. The vanilla and amber are very nice here, getting paired with a prominent vetiver note. The amber is the most tolerable in the series, to my nose. Whereas, EDP gets annoying after a while.

Beyond that, the performance and versatility of Eros Parfum are also better. Even if its not by too much, I still give it a definite edge, and it’s the winner of this contest.

Winner: Eros Parfum

Light Blue Eau Intense vs. Versace Pour Homme

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Light Blue Eau Intense and Versace Pour Homme are two of the more popular citrus based men’s fragrances over the past decade. Because of this, these colognes can often get compared to one another as potential buys. The question is, which fragrance smells better? Which lasts longer? Which actually is the top cologne option?

Tale of the Tape: Eau Intense vs. Versace Pour Homme

Light Blue Eau Intense

Notes include: mandarin, frozen grapefruit, juniper, aquatic accord, amber woods, musk

Click here to try: Dolce & Gabbana Light Blue Intense Eau de Parfum Spray for Men, 1.6 Ounce

My review: Light Blue Eau Intense

Versace Pour Homme

Notes include: bergamot, bitter orange leaves, geranium, sage, oud wood, mineral amber, tonka bean, musk, neroli

Click here to try: Versace Pour Homme Eau De Toilette Natural Spray 3.4 fl. oz.

My Review: Versace Pour Homme

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Opening

Light Blue Eau Intense starts off with citrus notes, bringing out a mandarin orange and frozen grapefruit note that is slightly different from the one in the original. It actually does have a great cold feeling to it, that is refreshing to wear.

The aquatic note is less of a salt marine type, but is joined by a nice juniper note. Colder synthetic water with plenty of that amberwood note coming from the base. I like it.

Versace Pour Homme opens up with a bitter orange leaf and bergamot note. It is a purer citrus distillation than is Eau Intense. Very fresh and neroli comes in, to pump that up even further.

Tonka and the greenish floral notes will emerge more later. Initially though, it is a very citrusy cologne.

Which is better? I actually like the way that Light Blue Eau Intense begins. It’s not a massive advantage, but I do have a slight preference towards the Dolce, early on.

Edge: Eau Intense

Projection

With old bottles of each, I would say that these two are pretty equal with their sillage and ability to project off of the skin.

But, with the latest batches that I’ve tried, I’d give the edge to Eau Intense. It seems to have held up better over the years

With that, Eau Intense is going to be in the 4-6 foot range, for most of the wear. Stronger at the start, but well ahead of newer bottles of Versace Pour Homme.

Edge: Eau Intense

Longevity

Light Blue Eau Intense remains a great performer for me. Other Light Blue’s only seem to stick around for 5-7 hours. However, Eau Intense will still hit over 9 hours for me. This formula really nailed this aspcet.

With Versace Pour Homme, I do only get 5-6 hours of wear out of it on skin. Not great. But, since I use both in the summertime, it’s not too concerning to not have it be an absolute beast.

Yet, Eau Intense wins this category easily.

Edge: Eau Intense

Versatility

Both of these fragrances are at their best in the warmer weather. But, I think that Versace Pour Homme is the more versatile of the two.

It’s a cologne that is a signature scent for many guys out there. It can be worn casually, out at night, even as a daily wear to work or school.

Eau Intense also has plenty of versatility, but it can feel too casual and too limited to the summertime versus Versace.

Edge: Versace Pour Homme

Overall Scent

Overall, which of these colognes do I prefer?

While I like the start of Eau Intense a bit more than Versace, and it’s better performance is something worth considering. I actually like the overall smell of Versace Pour Homme slightly more than I do Eau Intense.

I will gladly wear either of these, but the dry down of the Versace is better to me, especially once you get that tonka bean fully engaged and the citrus tones down some.

Eau Intense becomes musky and has that amberwood note, which can be bothersome to some. It can get annoying, at times, for me too.

Versace Pour Homme probably has a greater broad-based appeal for that reason too. Sure, you need to sacrifice some on the performance end, but it’s an easy scent to plug into anyone’s rotation. It gets the nod here.

Winner: Versace Pour Homme

Versace Pour Homme by Versace

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Versace is a brand that I can have mixed feelings about. On the one hand, they have fragrances such as Eros and Eau Fraiche, which I enjoy and then also have one’s such as Oud Noir, which I find repulsive. Recently, I received a sample of Versace Pour Homme, as it’s been a while since I’ve last smelled it and as such, I thought that I would go ahead and review it.

How does it smell? What’s the sillage like? Does it last a long time? Is Pour Homme actually worth a buy? Note: I am updating this review, years after the original, to add further thoughts on this scent.

What does Versace Pour Homme Smell Like?

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Notes include: bergamot, bitter orange leaves, geranium, sage, oud wood, mineral amber, tonka bean, musk, neroli

Click here to try: Versace Pour Homme Eau De Toilette Natural Spray 3.4 fl. oz.

My Full Wear Review of Versace

Versace opens up with, a clean and citric quality, that really captures one’s attention. The bergamot and bitter orange leaf notes are very prominent upon that initial smell and it stays that way on my skin for around 30 minutes.

Pair these two notes with neroli and you get an idea of how much citrus cleanliness, you should expect. Also, the initial opening is much stronger than a short time later in its life cycle, so just be prepared for that. The sillage of Versace Pour Homme was really strong on my skin for about an hour.

That initial freshness can be intense, but it doesn’t really strike me as being super tart or anything. Actually, leans a bit more towards the sweeter end of the spectrum, but not completely that either.

After the initial hour, the tonka and green/floral notes started to emerge more and balance out this fragrance. It’s ultimately a citrus based, semi-aquatic cologne, which based on your preferences may or may not be your thing.

It’s still got that bright citrus demeanor, but you do get stronger undertones of floral notes and a musky herbal spice. At times, it can feel fairly soapy. I do get the comparisons to Allure Homme Sport by Chanel, but I like that scent better than this one. Not by a wide margin, just slightly.

Early on in the wear, it is less of a direct comparison between the two colognes. This is when Versace Pour Homme feels at its most distinct.

I pick up more tonka bean in the Chanel versus this Versace. That is probably why, I enjoy wearing that scent more. But, if you want one that leans into the citrus more so, and lacks the Chanel aldehydes this Versace could be a better bet.

Sillage, Longevity, and Versatility

As I wrote above, Pour Homme really starts off strong for me. The sillage is pretty darn loud upon application. When the cologne settles down, it becomes more of a moderate fragrance overall. You could definitely over-spray, within that first few hours time frame, but it should be tolerable to others thereafter.

On the whole, I’m not disappointed in what I get with its strength. The ability to sustain itself is a bigger issue than the sillage.

It isn’t super long lasting, 5-6 hours for me, but that is usually adequate enough for most daily purposes. Also, considering that this is a summery citrus fragrance, that time frame isn’t too bad at all.

It is sort of strange, after it started off so strong, that I can never get more time from this fragrance. Maybe some other people can get it to go longer, but for me that’s never been the case.

Seasonally, this one strikes me as a summer scent. I suppose that you could wear it anytime during the year, but it’s always felt out of place to me, in the cold temperatures of winter.

However, if you live in a hot and humid climate, Pour Homme is a fragrance option which excels in those conditions. It can be difficult to find a good daily wear in those areas, but this will absolutely do the job.

Another strength is just how versatile of a fragrance it can be. This is well put together, but not overly formal or buttoned up. You can of course wear it to work or formally and it works very well.

One could also wear this casually or for a night out no problems. It does draw complements, when I’ve worn it in the past, folks have seemed to appreciate its aroma.

Coming back to this one in 2023, I really do appreciate the versatility. It could very easily be (and has) a signature daily wear for a lot of guys. It’s just very wearable, not going to overwhelm a room, but it easily fits in for a wide variety of situations.

Overall Impressions of Versace Pour Homme

I like Versace Pour Homme, it’s just not the cologne for me. It doesn’t blow my socks off, but it does smell good. Women seem to like it, and for the right guy, it could be a very good option. It’s enjoyable and is usually a solid performer in the right weather, so it might be one you have to be willing to give it a shot.

Allure Homme Sport is better to me than this one. It’s performance is also not great nowadays, so, it comes down to which smell you prefer. If you want a really tonka heavy version of this style, Eau Extreme, is another choice.

Pour Homme gives you a pretty straightforward clean citrus smell and is almost universally pleasing. For me, I’m not too wild about a scent such as, Versace Pour Homme. It doesn’t smell bad, but it really just isn’t my style.

There are aspects of it that I enjoy. Particularly, the opening act, where it is a brighter and semi-aquatic citrus. I’m not too huge of a fan of neroli and the later herbal/soapy elements. That’s pleasant, just not as good. Performance is just okay, on my skin.

Eros Eau de Parfum by Versace

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Eros has been an absolute smash hit fragrance for Versace, for nearly a decade now. So, it was kind of surprising that it took them so long to follow up with an eau de parfum version. Yes, they had Flame, but that wasn’t quite the same. I’ve been spending time wearing this EDP edition of Eros, while anticipating the public release of Parfum, and am finally posting my thoughts on this scent. How does it smell? Is it better than Eros EDT?

 

What does Eros Eau de Parfum Smell Like?

Notes include: candied apple, mint, mandarin, lemon oil, ambermax, cedar, clary sage, geranium flower, vetiver, patchouli, sandalwood, and vanilla

Click here to try: Eros by Versace, 6.7 oz EDP Spray for Men

My Full Review

Before we get into my thoughts on this scent, let’s see how Versace describes it: Masculine and confident, the new Eros Eau de Parfum is a fragrance for a bold, passionate man. The sensual scent fuses woody, oriental and fresh notes, creating a powerful perfume that evokes Eros – the god of love.

The opening of Eros EDP brings me back to what the original EDT batches used to smell like. The latest bottles of the original, have way more lemon in the mix than I remember, when compared to the bottles that I used to have.

However, they aren’t exactly the same. The citrus notes are way toned down here, which is nice. Instead, you get plenty of the mint, geranium, and sage. These notes are all wrapped up in a sweet mix of vanilla and the candied apple note.

I like the opening a lot, but it doesn’t hit the exact same chord as the initial EDT bottles, which were awesome.

Eros EDP feels colder, sweeter, and smoother than the original does. One thing that I do notice, is how much weaker the vetiver is in this edition. Also, the tonka bean is out of there too. I enjoy tonka bean being paired with vanilla, but I actually prefer the vanilla by itself in this scent.

The cedar notes are pumped up and really start to come through after 30-45 minutes of wear.

The next phase, brings out those woods and the geranium and sage begin to fade. At this point, the citrus is really faint. Seriously, I compared this to Eros EDT on my other arm, and that lemon oil sticks out big time with the original.

The mint and vanilla are the stars, with some apple, and the cedar. The biggest change for the rest of the wear, is just how much the Ambermax starts to come through.

I’m not a fan of that synthetic smelling amber from Versace. The final drydown has a hefty dose of it and it becomes distracting to me. Mint and a general freshness of woods comes through on top of it. The vanilla isn’t as strong and the apple is gone.

That’s about the extent of Eros EDP’s development. Woody, minty, and a heaping of Ambermax. Everything else is relegated to a faint background place.

Sillage, Longevity, and Versatility

Sillage wise, this is a strong fragrance, but not a monster. It’s slightly stronger than the current EDT bottles, but not the same level as the original batches of that. Plus, EDP doesn’t feel like it has the same power, because it doesn’t have that same sharp lemon note coming through.

The longevity here is also quite good, not elite. This will get me 8-9.5 hour of wear, on my skin. Better than EDT, but not nearly to the same level as Flame. That being said, this is a parfum that will hang around and give you your money’s worth.

 

Seasonally, I don’t think there is much difference from the EDT. Eros EDP is also an autumn and winter scent. It wouldn’t fall apart in moderate temperatures, but don’t expect it to be a summertime wear.

One advantage it has, is that it is more wearable for older guys. The original comes across as brash and youthful, built for the nightlife. EDP is more reserved. Still dynamic, but able to appeal to those outside of their early 20s.

Not saying this is a formal type of fragrance, but it doesn’t completely feel out of place in more dressed up scenarios. 

Like the original, eau de parfum still puts out that romantic vibe and has that sweet attractive appeal. 

Overall Impressions of Eros Eau de Parfum

Overall, do I like Eros EDP? I do. Though, I’m not sure that I enjoy it anymore than the original, even in its current form. I certainly like how it starts out, more so than its predecessor’s newer bottles.

The mint, sage, and geranium really give this a cold and aromatic fresh beginning. I always like the candied apple note and the EDP strikes me as being pretty close to how Legend Night smells (without the warm cardamom). Since I have a full bottle of that, I don’t personally need to get this.

Then, the woods come in to provide a base to the mint, vanilla, and candied apple top.

My biggest complaint here, is the ambermax note in the base. During the dry down, it is much more noticeable, and is the reason that EDP doesn’t completely surpass the original. It’s the same note that ruined Flame (I’m pretty sure it’s the culprit, anyway) for me (which I really like the opening of).

On my skin, the synthetic amber really has a harshness to it, that I simply don’t like. Maybe others won’t have this same problem, but it makes the wear after a few hours somewhat annoying. Not terrible, but not anything I need.

The Parfum version also goes with the Ambermax note, but it is much smoother, and leveled out by the other notes in the composition. I slightly prefer the Parfum to the EDP. That has an aromatic fresh start, with a vanilla amber finish. Lighter on the woods (cashmeran), but they’re still there. It’s got a tad better performance too. 

Is Eros EDP worth a buy? Provided you liked the original from Versace, you should also like this one. It’s different enough and overall quite good. It’s at least as good as the EDT, with better performance currently.

In their current versions, I have all the Eros’ essentially neck in neck. I think Parfum would be the number one choice. Then, either EDP or the original.