Valentino Uomo vs. Versace Eros

In this comparison post, I wanted to do one between two fragrances, that I really enjoy personally: Versace Eros vs. Valentino Uomo EDT. Which one of these men’s colognes smells better? Which has the better performance? Ultimately, which is the best buy? I have worn and reviewed each and will break down the competitors by category, before declaring a winner.

Tale of the Tape

Versace Eros

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

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My review: Versace Eros

Valentino Uomo

Notes include: myrtle, bergamot, leather, coffee, cedar, gianduja cream

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My review: Uomo EDT

Opening

Eros opens up with mint, apple, and lemon. The lemon is bright and has that great citrus aroma which plays off of the crisp apple and cool spiciness of mint. It has a sweetness to it and a deep, wonderful scent.

Valentino Uomo opens up with a slightly sour bergamot note, myrtle, and gianduja cream. The latter smells like hazelnut.

Which is better? I really love Eros and how it begins, but, Uomo is one of the best smelling opening acts that I’ve ever come across. The trio work so perfectly together. It is sweet, creamy, sour, and just plain captivating.

Edge: Uomo

Projection

Uomo EDT starts off with some definite power, but within an hour, it turns into a much more moderate fragrance. Eros on the other hand, is loud and bold. The sillage can be noticed from across a room, with only  a few sprays, and clearly wins this category.

Edge: Eros

Longevity

Uomo seems to get me about 7 hours, each time, on my skin. Eros, is again better. When I wear it, it will go on for over 10 hours, without issue.

Edge: Eros

Versatility

Both are best served to be worn in the colder months of the year, but can venture into the springtime. I’d avoid the heat, with either fragrance. Eros is a more youthful scent and one better suited to being worn out at night or casually. Uomo can go casual and I’d wear it at night (even if it’s not a club beast). However, I think that it has more versatility in its ability to be worn, formally or at the office. It is a more mature fragrance, but younger guys can still enjoy it.

Edge: Uomo

Overall Scent

Eros is a very popular fragrance and one that I have enjoyed since its release back in 2012. Yes, it is sort of brash at times, but it smells great and has excellent performance. The mint and lemon are wonderful and that’s before you really get into the vanilla and vetiver, later on. It is a great choice for many guys and probably what many folks might prefer wearing.

However, is it better than Valentino Uomo? I don’t think that I can say that it is. The opening of Uomo is utterly amazing and captured my attention right away. Then, during the dry down it starts to resemble Dior Homme, which has been one of my regular wears for a long while. However, they aren’t exactly the same, either. Uomo has a rich leather note, sour bergamot, hazelnut aroma, and a great coffee ingredient. When brought together, it is really awesome.

The start is my favorite aspect, but it is still great later on, as well. It doesn’t have the same performance as Eros, but I do think that it has a slightly better smell and more style.

Winner: Uomo

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