Mandarina Duck dupe — cheaper alternatives

Mandarina Duck: released in 2004, fresh spicy, citrus and white floral, about 5h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Mandarina Duck dupe?

The closest Mandarina Duck dupe we found is Kenzo Couleur Kenzo Jaune-Yellow — 70% match, about $40 (estimate) versus about $20 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Mandarina Duck dupes we found, ranked by opening & dry-down similarity:

How the 5 picks compare on match, price and performance. Prices are estimates for a 100 ml bottle, not live retailer prices; * size not listed, so assumed to be 100 ml.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs Mandarina DuckProjection
1Kenzo Couleur Kenzo Jaune-Yellow70%about $40 (+100%)5h vs 5h5/10
2Clinique Happy67%about $60* (+200%)5h vs 5h7/10
3Avon Jet Femme84%about $15 (−25%)6h vs 5h4/10
44711 Remix Cologne Edition 201882%about $25* (+25%)4h vs 5h3/10
5Jesus Del Pozo Esencia de Duende75%about $35* (+75%)5h vs 5h5/10
  1. Kenzo Couleur Kenzo Jaune-Yellow — 70% scent match

    Features a bright, sunny citrus-floral composition that feels reminiscent of the Mandarina Duck experience.

    It shares its citrus, white floral and powdery accords with Mandarina Duck, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 263 community ratings.

  2. Clinique Happy — 67% scent match

    While more expensive, it shares the same crisp, citrus-forward floral DNA that defines Mandarina Duck.

    It shares its citrus, floral and white floral accords with Mandarina Duck, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 8,391 community ratings.

  3. Avon Jet Femme — 84% scent match — discontinued

    Shares a similar bright and airy citrus-floral character that evokes the refreshing spirit of Mandarina Duck.

    It shares its fresh spicy, citrus and white floral accords with Mandarina Duck, opens on White Pepper too, lasts about 6h against 5h and carries 733 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

  4. 4711 Remix Cologne Edition 2018 — 82% scent match — discontinued

    Captures the zesty, uplifting citrus energy found in Mandarina Duck with a clean and uncomplicated floral finish.

    It shares its citrus, fresh spicy and woody accords with Mandarina Duck, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 281 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

  5. Jesus Del Pozo Esencia de Duende — 75% scent match — discontinued

    Provides a soft, aromatic floral experience that mirrors the gentle and clean aesthetic of Mandarina Duck.

    It shares its citrus, floral and woody accords with Mandarina Duck, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 671 community ratings. It is listed as discontinued, so availability varies.

Which Mandarina Duck dupe is cheapest?

Avon Jet Femme, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 25% less than Mandarina Duck.

Which Mandarina Duck dupe lasts longest?

Avon Jet Femme, at about 6h on skin, against about 5h for Mandarina Duck.

Which Mandarina Duck dupe is closest to the original?

Avon Jet Femme, at 84% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

Mandarina Duck itself sells from £18.49 (100 ml) at partnered retailers.

How much does a Mandarina Duck dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Kenzo Couleur Kenzo Jaune-Yellow actually costs about $30 a year MORE than Mandarina Duck. Both priced at 100 ml; prices are estimates.

Across 2,358 originals, the median designer bottle is $120 and its closest match $30 — the Dupe Report 2026.

Will a Mandarina Duck dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Avon Avon Jet Femme comes closest at 5.6h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Mandarina Duck notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-05.