The Different Company South Bay dupe — cheaper alternatives

The Different Company South Bay: released in 2013, citrus, woody and aromatic, about 5h on skin, projection 6/10, sillage 4/10. The alternatives below are matched to that profile.

What's a good The Different Company South Bay dupe?

The closest The Different Company South Bay dupe we found is Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse — 82% match, about $30 (estimate) versus about $235 for a 100 ml bottle.

The five closest scent matches — the best The Different Company South Bay 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.
#AlternativeScent matchEst. price (100 ml)Longevity vs The Different Company South BayProjection
1Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse82%about $30 (−87%)4h vs 5h5/10
2Memo Paris Jannat72%about $190 (−19%)5h vs 5h5/10
3Frapin Paradis Perdu70%about $60 (−74%)5h vs 5h5/10
4Olfactive Studio Flash Back70%about $170 (−28%)5h vs 5h7/10
5Alexandria Fragrances 50 Shades Of Gray73%about $65 (−72%)5h vs 5h6/10
  1. Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse — 82% scent match

    Features a bright, zesty grapefruit opening that mirrors the citrus-forward character of South Bay, settling into a clean and approachable woody base.

    It shares its citrus, aromatic and woody accords with The Different Company South Bay, lasts about 4h against 5h and carries 1,840 community ratings.

  2. Memo Paris Jannat — 72% scent match

    Provides a vibrant citrus and floral blend that sits in the same family as the reference, emphasizing a bright and uplifting aromatic quality.

    It shares its citrus, aromatic and floral accords with The Different Company South Bay, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 487 community ratings.

  3. Frapin Paradis Perdu — 70% scent match

    Captures a green, earthy, and woody atmosphere that evokes the naturalistic and fresh-spicy vibe of South Bay.

    It shares its aromatic, green and citrus accords with The Different Company South Bay, opens on Grapefruit too, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 448 community ratings.

  4. Olfactive Studio Flash Back — 70% scent match

    Leans into a tart, citrus-heavy profile with woody undertones that feels reminiscent of the fresh and spicy structure of South Bay.

    It shares its aromatic, citrus and woody accords with The Different Company South Bay, opens on Grapefruit too, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 896 community ratings.

  5. Alexandria Fragrances 50 Shades Of Gray — 73% scent match

    Offers a crisp, aromatic, and woody experience that aligns with the fresh and earthy nuances found in the reference scent.

    It shares its aromatic, woody and citrus accords with The Different Company South Bay, opens on Grapefruit too, lasts about 5h against 5h and carries 38 community ratings.

Which The Different Company South Bay dupe is cheapest?

Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse, at about $30 for 100 ml (estimate) — around 85% less than The Different Company South Bay.

Which The Different Company South Bay dupe lasts longest?

Frapin Paradis Perdu, at about 5h on skin, against about 5h for The Different Company South Bay.

Which The Different Company South Bay dupe is closest to the original?

Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse, at 82% overall scent match across the opening and the dry-down.

How much does a The Different Company South Bay dupe save?

At 4 sprays a day — about 146 ml a year — Zara Vetiver Pamplemousse saves you about $300 a year against The Different Company South Bay. 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 The Different Company South Bay dupe last a full day?

On an 8-hour day, none of the 5 last a full 8 hours. Frapin Paradis Perdu comes closest at 5.4h, so it needs one re-spray to cover the day.

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Updated 2026-11-06.