Xerjoff Nio dupe — cheaper alternatives

Xerjoff Nio: released in 2009, citrus, green and aromatic, about 7h on skin, projection 8/10, sillage 5/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Xerjoff Nio dupe?

The closest Xerjoff Nio dupe we found is Banana Republic 78 Vintage Green — 84% match, about $25 (estimate) versus about $300 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Xerjoff Nio 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 Xerjoff NioProjection
1Banana Republic 78 Vintage Green84%about $25* (−92%)5h vs 7h6/10
2John Varvatos Artisan Pure81%about $65* (−78%)5h vs 7h6/10
3Mancera Lemon Line79%about $55* (−82%)6h vs 7h7/10
4Alexandria Fragrances Cairo Summer87%about $45* (−85%)5h vs 7h7/10
5The Dua Brand Matrix85%about $55* (−82%)7h vs 7h7/10
  1. Banana Republic 78 Vintage Green — 84% scent match

    This scent captures the crisp, verdant energy of Xerjoff Nio, offering a bright and refreshing green profile that feels remarkably clean and sophisticated.

    It shares its green, citrus and woody accords with Xerjoff Nio, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 7h and carries 1,592 community ratings.

  2. John Varvatos Artisan Pure — 81% scent match

    This fragrance leans into the same bright, aromatic citrus territory as Xerjoff Nio, providing a clean and herbal experience that is perfect for warm weather.

    It shares its citrus, aromatic and fresh spicy accords with Xerjoff Nio, opens on Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 7h and carries 4,580 community ratings.

  3. Mancera Lemon Line — 79% scent match

    While more focused on zesty lemon, it shares the high-energy citrus and woody backbone that defines the character of Xerjoff Nio.

    It shares its citrus, aromatic and fresh spicy accords with Xerjoff Nio, lasts about 6h against 7h and carries 1,481 community ratings.

  4. Alexandria Fragrances Cairo Summer — 87% scent match

    A vibrant citrus-forward composition that mirrors the sparkling neroli and bergamot opening of Xerjoff Nio with impressive longevity.

    It shares its citrus, white floral and woody accords with Xerjoff Nio, opens on Neroli and Bergamot too, lasts about 5h against 7h and carries 39 community ratings.

  5. The Dua Brand Matrix — 85% scent match

    An evocative take on the citrus-green structure of Xerjoff Nio, balancing sharp bergamot with a smooth, woody dry-down.

    It shares its woody, green and citrus accords with Xerjoff Nio, lasts about 7h against 7h and carries 22 community ratings.

Which Xerjoff Nio dupe is cheapest?

Banana Republic 78 Vintage Green, at about $25 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 90% less than Xerjoff Nio.

Which Xerjoff Nio dupe lasts longest?

The Dua Brand Matrix, at about 7h on skin, against about 7h for Xerjoff Nio.

Which Xerjoff Nio dupe is closest to the original?

Alexandria Fragrances Cairo Summer, at 87% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Xerjoff Nio dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Banana Republic 78 Vintage Green saves you about $400 a year against Xerjoff Nio. 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 Xerjoff Nio dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. The Dua Brand Matrix comes closest at 6.9h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Xerjoff Nio notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-08-05.