Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo dupe — cheaper alternatives

Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo: released in 2013, citrus, woody and ozonic, about 5h on skin, projection 7/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo dupe?

The closest Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo dupe we found is Mercedes-Benz — 84% match, about $25 (estimate) versus about $40 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo 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 Ermenegildo Zegna UomoProjection
1Mercedes-Benz84%about $25 (−37%)5h vs 5h6/10
2Calvin Klein Man81%about $25 (−37%)5h vs 5h5/10
3Karl Lagerfeld for Him81%about $30* (−25%)5h vs 5h7/10
4Antonio Banderas Diavolo78%about $30* (−25%)4h vs 5h6/10
5Adidas Dynamic Pulse76%about $15 (−62%)4h vs 5h5/10
  1. Mercedes-Benz — 84% scent match

    Evokes the clean woody-and-citrus balance of Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo, featuring a similarly crisp and uplifting aromatic profile.

    It shares its citrus, woody and fresh spicy accords with Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 850 community ratings.

  2. Calvin Klein Man — 81% scent match

    Shares a similar fresh spicy and woody character reminiscent of Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo, offering a clean everyday appeal.

    It shares its fresh spicy, woody and aromatic accords with Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 1,417 community ratings.

  3. Karl Lagerfeld for Him — 81% scent match

    Presents a fresh aromatic and woody blend that touches upon the same sophisticated vibe found in Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo.

    It shares its woody, fresh and citrus accords with Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 787 community ratings.

  4. Antonio Banderas Diavolo — 78% scent match

    Leans into a similar spicy and citrus-infused territory as Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo, making for an affordable alternative.

    It shares its fresh spicy, citrus and woody accords with Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 760 community ratings.

  5. Adidas Dynamic Pulse — 76% scent match

    Captures a similar brisk and aromatic freshness reminiscent of Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo at a fraction of the cost.

    It shares its woody, green and aromatic accords with Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 405 community ratings.

Which Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo dupe is cheapest?

Adidas Dynamic Pulse, at about $15 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 60% less than Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo.

Which Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo dupe lasts longest?

Mercedes-Benz, at about 5h on skin, against about 5h for Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo.

Which Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo dupe is closest to the original?

Mercedes-Benz, at 84% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz saves you about $20 a year against Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo. 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 Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz comes closest at 5.2h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

Ermenegildo Zegna Uomo notes, performance and price

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Updated 2026-09-27.