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Initio Oud for Happiness vs Initio Oud for Greatness Neo

Both are Initio ouds in eau de parfum strength, but they aim at different moods. Oud for Happiness is the brighter, energizing woody-spicy scent with bergamot, ginger and liquorice over oud and vanilla. Oud for Greatness Neo is the newer 2024 aromatic-spicy release, and the listing here is a 15ml decant travel spray, not the full bottle. Buy Happiness for a daytime, upbeat oud; buy Neo if you want to sample the latest Initio oud in a small travel format.

  • Choose the Oud for Happiness if you want a full-size, energizing woody-spicy oud with a bright bergamot and ginger opening for daytime wear.
  • Choose the Oud for Greatness Neo if you want to try the 2024 aromatic-spicy Initio oud in a small 15ml travel decant before committing to a bottle.

Prices

  • Initio Oud for Happiness: $264.59 at FragranceNet (checked today)
  • Initio Oud for Greatness Neo: $179.98 at AuraFragrance (last seen Nov 10)
  • Difference: the Initio Oud for Greatness Neo is $84.61 cheaper than the Initio Oud for Happiness at the latest prices (Nov 10 and Nov 11)
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Initio Oud for Happiness

Initio Oud for Happiness

$264.59at FragranceNetChecked 5 h ago
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Pros
  • Bright bergamot and ginger opening
  • Oud softened by vanilla and musk
  • Energizing, wearable in daytime
  • Full brand bottle, not a decant
Cons
  • Liquorice note divides people
  • Less novel than the 2024 release
Initio
Initio Oud for Greatness Neo Eau de Parfum

Initio Oud for Greatness Neo

Initio Oud for Greatness Neo Eau de Parfum

$179.98at AuraFragranceChecked 10 h ago
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Pros
  • Newest Initio oud, launched 2024
  • Aromatic spicy profile suits cooler weather
  • Small travel spray is easy to test
Cons
  • Listing is a 15ml decant, not the original bottle
  • Decant labeling is from an independent retailer
  • Little independent longevity data yet

What separates them

Initio Oud for HappinessInitio Oud for Greatness Neo
Fragrance familyWoody/spicy with bergamot, ginger, liquorice, vanilla, cedarwood, oud and muskAromatic spicy, launched 2024
MoodMarketed as energizing and brightAromatic and spicy, warmer profile
Format in this listingStandard spray bottle, travel size available15ml decant travel spray from a larger bottle
Bottle authenticityBrand bottleDecanted by an independent retailer into its own labeled spray
NewnessEstablished Initio oudNew 2024 release
Best forDaytime wear and gifting a full bottleTesting the latest oud before buying a full bottle

Price history

  • Initio Oud for Happiness: lowest $264.59 on Nov 11 at FragranceNet.
  • Initio Oud for Greatness Neo: lowest $25.99 on Nov 11 at Jomashop.

Prices at every store

Initio Oud for Happiness

  • FragranceNetNew

    In stock

    $264.59Free shippingChecked 5 h ago
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  • AmazonNew

    Availability unknown

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    $435.00Free shippingChecked 10 h ago
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Initio Oud for Greatness Neo

  • AuraFragranceNew

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    $179.98Checked 10 h ago
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  • OlfactoryfactoryllcNew

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    $179.99Checked 10 h ago
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  • Arvella FragranceNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $225.00Checked 10 h ago
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  • Scents AngelNew

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    $242.00Checked 10 h ago
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Specs compared

SpecInitio Oud for HappinessInitio Oud for Greatness Neo
TypeEau de ParfumEau de Parfum
FormSpraySpray
DepartmentUnisexUnisex
Travel SizeYesYes
BlendEau de Parfum—
Key notesBergamot, ginger, liquorice, vanilla, cedarwood…—
Fragrance FamilyWoody/spicy—
ConcentrationEau de parfum—
Age Group—Adult
Gender—Unisex
Volume (fl oz)—0.16
color—Multicolor
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SpecInitio Oud for HappinessInitio Oud for Greatness Neo
size—3.0 oz

What reviewers say

Initio Oud for Happiness

Owners of Initio's oud line describe Oud for Happiness as a smoother, sweeter and more wearable oud than its darker sibling, with strong projection and long wear. The main complaints are the sweetness and the liquorice, which some find too much.

What people mention
  • SweetnessMixedSome wearers love the vanilla-musk softness; others find the scent too sweet for an oud.
  • LongevityPraisedOwners report it lasts most of the day on skin and clings to clothing.
  • ProjectionPraisedA few sprays carry well, so most say to apply lightly.
  • LiquoriceCriticisedThe liquorice note splits opinion, with some finding it distracting.

Initio Oud for Greatness Neo

Reception centers on how it compares with the original Oud for Greatness. Owners call it smoother and more aromatic, with the lavender and spice making the oud easier to wear, while some miss the original's raw intensity.

What people mention
  • Oud characterMixedOwners say the oud is smoother and less medicinal than the original, though purists find it tamed.
  • LongevityPraisedReviewers report it lasting a full day on skin and longer on clothing.
  • ProjectionMixedPeople note strong sillage that is impressive but easy to overdo with more than a couple of sprays.
  • Aromatic openingPraisedThe lavender and spice opening is called brighter and more wearable than the original's.

Questions and answers

Which is better for daytime wear?
Oud for Happiness. Its bergamot, ginger and vanilla make it brighter and more energizing, which suits daytime better than the warmer aromatic-spicy Neo.
Which lasts longer?
Both are eau de parfum, so expect similar wear. Happiness has a well-documented oud, vanilla and musk base; Neo is newer and has less owner feedback on longevity.
Is the Neo listing a full bottle?
No. This listing is a 15ml decant travel spray poured from a larger bottle by an independent retailer, not the original Initio bottle.
Is it worth stepping up to a full bottle of Neo?
Only after testing the decant. The 15ml spray lets you judge the 2024 scent on your skin before buying the full bottle.
Are they both unisex?
Yes. Both are marketed as unisex eau de parfum sprays.

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