The Dua Brand Matrix dupe — cheaper alternatives

The Dua Brand Matrix: released in 2022, woody, green and citrus, about 7h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good The Dua Brand Matrix dupe?

The closest The Dua Brand Matrix dupe we found is Fragrance World Neroli Riviera — 84% match, about $25 (estimate) versus about $55 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best The Dua Brand Matrix 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 The Dua Brand MatrixProjection
1Fragrance World Neroli Riviera84%about $25 (−55%)5h vs 7h6/10
2Maison Alhambra Porto Neroli82%about $25* (−55%)5h vs 7h6/10
3Armaf Club de Nuit Man79%about $25* (−55%)6h vs 7h8/10
4Lattafa Perfumes Al Qiam Silver77%about $25* (−55%)6h vs 7h7/10
5Rasasi Fattan74%about $25* (−55%)6h vs 7h6/10
  1. Fragrance World Neroli Riviera — 84% scent match

    A bright and breezy citrus-floral blend that mirrors the fresh, uplifting spirit of Matrix with a clean, soapy finish.

    It shares its citrus, white floral and aromatic accords with The Dua Brand Matrix, lasts about 5h against 7h and carries 244 community ratings.

  2. Maison Alhambra Porto Neroli — 82% scent match

    Leans into the same crisp, aromatic citrus territory as Matrix, providing a light and airy scent profile perfect for warm weather.

    It shares its citrus, white floral and green accords with The Dua Brand Matrix, lasts about 5h against 7h and carries 1,797 community ratings.

  3. Armaf Club de Nuit Man — 79% scent match

    Offers a similar fresh-spicy and floral composition to Matrix, delivering a clean and invigorating scent that remains approachable and versatile.

    It shares its fresh spicy, citrus and woody accords with The Dua Brand Matrix, lasts about 6h against 7h and carries 827 community ratings.

  4. Lattafa Perfumes Al Qiam Silver — 77% scent match

    Shares the woody and citrus-forward DNA of Matrix, providing a slightly more modern and punchy take on the classic fresh aromatic style.

    It shares its citrus, fresh spicy and woody accords with The Dua Brand Matrix, lasts about 6h against 7h and carries 749 community ratings.

  5. Rasasi Fattan — 74% scent match

    While more focused on vetiver, it captures the green and woody essence of Matrix, offering a crisp and earthy alternative for daily wear.

    It shares its woody, citrus and aromatic accords with The Dua Brand Matrix, lasts about 6h against 7h and carries 1,698 community ratings.

Which The Dua Brand Matrix dupe is cheapest?

Fragrance World Neroli Riviera, at about $25 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 55% less than The Dua Brand Matrix.

Which The Dua Brand Matrix dupe lasts longest?

Rasasi Fattan, at about 6h on skin, against about 7h for The Dua Brand Matrix.

Which The Dua Brand Matrix dupe is closest to the original?

Fragrance World Neroli Riviera, at 84% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a The Dua Brand Matrix dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Fragrance World Neroli Riviera saves you about $45 a year against The Dua Brand Matrix. Assumes 100 ml bottles on both sides; prices are estimates.

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

Will a The Dua Brand Matrix dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Rasasi Fattan comes closest at 6.4h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

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Updated 2026-08-20.