THE 15 BEST SMELLING CHEAP FRAGRANCES FOR MEN 2021

[@yadigzz]

I watch your channel the most because you always come up with videos for us broke boys lol

[@timyoung4039]

Unfortunately us “broke boyz” end up thinking we’re “rich men” and start buying stuff we can’t afford. I start getting into higher end designers and trying to stays way from the niche stuff unless I find them EXTREMELY discounted. I do plan on maybe getting Ross’ fragrance of the note breakdown tickles me the right way.

[@nellvali5950]

@@timyoung4039 yes

[@thelastofthemonitos6994]

Broke Boys SQUAD ✌🏻

[@adnanbinnizam1133]

@@timyoung4039 the universal truth... Valuable comment if someone understand that thoroughly...

[@duMaurier15]

You can always decant your fragrance for sale as a side hustle to fund your addict.. err hobby. I for one always looking to buy decants of stuff I dont own as long as the price is reasonable.

[@jonathanrey000]

My wife bought me that Vince Camuto Homme and I laughed when she gave it to me. I started wearing it and absolutely loved it after a while. 😂 I’ll be buying a second bottle.

[@sivicslady9882]

I ordered a bottle of Kenneth Cole Reaction for my Handsome and a sample of the women’s fragrance, too✨ The waiting part is hard😅 I enjoy your channel so much and it got me building a mini collection of fragrances for him. Thank you😎🤙

[@tonifresco1844]

See man the great thing about you is that you arent what some people like to call "fragrance snobs" You go out of your way to find great inexpensive scents for us average joes that havent quite made it in life yet lol. You always put us onto fragrences that will have us smelling great for the right price. Your videos always pop up on my feed and I'm a frequent viewer and subscriber of your channel. You have put me onto a lot of great scents and have never let me down. I get a good idea of what to buy based off of your descriptions of the scents and you've helped me build a solid collection. Keep doing your thing OG 💪

[@btecww]

Purchased Bentley, Guess 1981 Los Angles and 3 AM straight blind buy. You are the Fragrance Muse. Also you turn us into the Rack store assassin 😎

[@TLTGReviews]

I like that... The Rack Store Assassin lol

[@omnipotentone5628]

Just picked up Vince Camuto Homme at Burlington. It smells amazing for a cheapy, a true hidden jem.

[@TheFragranceWardrobe]

Yessss! Those Tommy shirts and wearing the decants of Tommy we would get from the department store. Man that takes me back

[@timyoung4039]

I’ve been seeing a lot of people, men and women, posting pics of them picking up Tommy. I like to think I’m responsible for rebooting it. I didn’t see anyone talking about it when i first came into the FB groups and then I started mentioning it quite a bit and now I see people picking it up.

[@TheFragranceWardrobe]

@@timyoung4039 Very nice. Come to think of it, I haven’t seen as many bottles of it at the racks lately

[@ukaszk.6590]

One of the most underrated cheapies is " Moschino Uomo? ". You need to try, very clean, musky with a little bit of citrus. Smells very "italian" in my opinion.

[@Rednillasmhm]

Moschino Uomo is just gorgeous.

[@ukaszk.6590]

@@Rednillasmhm yes, true hidden gem!

[@briangrossett3381]

Thats a good recommendation

[@whatsthatsmell8912]

Absolutely love the play Kenneth cole reaction is getting. One of my high school bangers, its just soooo fruity fresh!

[@Oldish2002]

Man I do love your lists ! That Coach for men is phenomenal and already got so many appreciation for it, recently purchased. Thank you ! 👏

[@alschmidt8963]

I finally came across first instinct together yesterday; its awesome, thanks

[@vazlogo5221]

thank you Ross for catering also to 78% of your viewership. We do appreciate. we also want and like the Niche world but our wallets are not ready yet.

[@johnmurrellreviews]

First instinct together is sooooo good. My wife loves it. I just acquired acqua essenziale blu. Love that too. Great video!

[@Skysights5]

Finally found First Instinct Together after a month of checking in at rack stores like I worked there. Felt like I won the damn lotto after all the efforts. I do like it, however, it is very similar to one I already own, which is Hawas. Which you know is well praised, so you're definitely steering us in the right directions.

[@tokenblack7983]

Grinding it out for the juice

[@WillRod5160]

I found the 4.2 oz John Varvatos NJ Silver for $25 at Marshalls. Got the bottle because of your review. For $25 for a 4.2 oz, is a no brainer.

[@AJ........]

Love this...another good idea would be your 15 favorite frags in your collection for under $30, then under $50 vid, then under $75 vid, under $100 vid, under $150 vid, then maybe 15 favorite frags in collection no matter price....would give you lots of content, and would help us get the best frag we can at whatever price we want to spend

[@andrik5754]

Totallly

[@trevor9041]

Ross I have a senior capstone class right now. I’m gonna try to make my own fragrance, I’m pretty hyped to try this out! Great video tho!

[@judobabo4767]

Armaf milestone is about the same price as unforgivable and there's not even a competition in scent profile. Milestone wins in every category. Imo milestone is definitely one of the best cheapies on the market. After wearing acqua essenziale blu for awhile I noticed the powdery aspect resembles prada lhomme. Can't go wrong with acqua essenziale blu, def a solid cheapie

[@tittsmcgee7004]

Have you tried Sillage from Armaf? Excellent clone of SMW for about the same price as Milestone.

[@xf5236]

What stores do u find armaf?

[@tittsmcgee7004]

I'd recommend ebay. (Not from Russia)

[@fiire_stormm7279]

Acqua From Ferragamo is what i use. my aunt is a manager over there, and she got me a deal for super cheap, my top 3 scents

[@gd1222]

My best cheapie is Rasasi Fattan. And i have a collection of 150+ fragrances. Paid 15 euro for it. Lasts easily 10 hours on me. It smells like TdH and TdH Vetiver combined. But longevity is twice as much for a fraction of the price.

[@ukaszk.6590]

We love cheapies videoes because it's usually safe blind buy for the price and good quality!

[@guepardo8648]

Acqua essenziale blu ...if it wasn't because your videos I wouldn't never find out..I just blind bought it and its great... and so is acqua essenziale colonia..thank you TLTG .

[@TLTGReviews]

✌😉

[@rbiamby]

Thank you for this, awesome topic. I tried Salvatore Ferragamo Acqua Essenziale Blu Eau thanks to you I love it, very beautiful fragrance.

[@MarcePaz2008]

OMG your channel came up to my suggestions as of yesterday and I have been watching a bunch of your faves....even though you are catered to man, I love your style and talent of review, you go straight to the point and tell us viewers what we efficiently need to know, not a bunch of mambo jumbo bs...that is unnecessary really....love it..... I am myself a fan of man scents, I have through the years always had some that to my nose are considered unisex, the more sweet ones and even the freshies, I love a good citrus, bergamot (Ferrari Bright Neroli) or even more vintagy Carolina Herrera the OG for Men....OMG it was my fave in the 90´s......brilliant I have as of now been buying a few of the Mans section in Zara, you must try them brilliant cheapies, and just got Gucci Guilty Absolute for Man.....love it and I will continue to expand my " male" collection" but of course those more considered " unisex" cause the power houses male male, I have a hard time to tolerate on myself hahahaha! Have a nice day you rock man! Hils from Denmark!

[@dedricwilson2032]

I see why you love Salvatore Ferragamo Acqua Essenziale Blu so much. It smells great...

[@blakeeden3917]

Awesome cheapie list! I just got Eternity Aqua a couple of weeks ago! It’s awesome! Thanks Ross!

[@tokenblack7983]

It’s very good. A little too much pepper but it’s solid. Eternity Air is good too

[@rduse4125]

Thank you..!!! I like Bentley fragrances, so I’ve bought most of them. And I bought Bentley for men just because I didn’t have it. When I put it on, it smelled almost exactly like intense, so of course I figured that I wasted $30. But the dry down is more subtle and friendly (like you said). And I totally agree...I will save intense for those cold Kansas winters, and wear the regular Bentley in spring and fall.

[@waterboy-315]

If your a fan of Bentley get your hands on BENTELY SILVERLAKE , it won’t disappoint . In stock at fragrancebuy.ca 👍🏻

[@rduse4125]

@@waterboy-315 oh yes, I own it. And I think it may be their best. However, it doesn’t last long for me (or else I go nose blind). Last time I sprayed Davidoff cool water on my chest (it lasts all day for me) and then sprayed silver lake on my neck and wrists. It seem to help.

[@waterboy-315]

@@rduse4125 good tip 👍🏻

[@TheBeastKane]

Just bought Tommy for my dad for his birthday after Justin said it smelled great and my dad loved it now i have to check it out cause it was a blind buy for me. I bought a sample of Vince Camuto Homme and wow it really amazed me with its great unique smell at a great price point. Few others on this list i really wanna try to. Really wanna get that Summer Vibes might have to buy it!

[@vergeramos]

First time I rock legend at work I got a compliment so this juice is on point fella's.

[@ljones4584]

Appreciate the vidz..my go to channel for info💯

[@reasonableselectivefragran5047]

These are great fragrances for everyday workplace within great price range. Thanks for sharing 👍👍👍💯🎁🎁🎁

[@michelweiss4130]

Love Guess, Sean John unforgivable, what about 3AM ?? wearing it now and what a fragrance this is WOW 😍😍

[@TLTGReviews]

I love 3am. It's on the channel all the time

[@kimsvard]

Hey Ross, you're easily the best fragrance reviewer on youtube. when i started my journey i found redolessence to begin with, later ashton gentsscents became my favourite and so on... finally i landed at the right place - keep doing your thing, you are miles ahead compared to the others.

[@TLTGReviews]

Thank you man

[@Ljmac03]

Just got my Authenticity Perfumes sample pack yesterday. Summer Vibez was way too strong for me. Reminded me of lemon Pledge. But loved Fresh Boss and Silver Lux. Thanks for recommending 👍🏾

[@brianclark6294]

Still lookin for NJ/JV and unforgivable in the rack stores. Some of my best finds have come from TJ Maxx! Tommy is so timeless man! I was born in 80 and soon as I turned 15 I bought it!

[@majortom5190]

Another great one Ross! Looking forward to the next one. You forgot to mention Cool Water Aquaman!😎🤙🏽

[@dianabrown9123]

Keep covering it regularly!!! I love it 👍🏼👍🏼

[@caseybarclay5582]

Love your vids man. Keep up the great work. Only been in to fragrances for a little over a year, and out of all the channels I came across yours is the only one I view religiously. Something about the way you describe the scents in your vids has always seemed more genuine and natural than other reviewers I've watched and that's what's kept me around. Much love and thanks for sharing the info as always!

[@deondeon8760]

The cheapie list are always🔥🔥love the cheapie list bruh "THUMBS UP"🥊🔔

[@kennyhardy1884]

Ross I also personally messaged sonny/ authenticity.. and ask him to PLEASE continue the original summer vibes! Whereas if there are complaints about the potency, I suggested keeping it the same formulation while bumping up to notes a touch more, as I just recently purchased the newest version in this video, and it is outstanding, though I have received compliments with each and every wearing of the original! All he really needs to do is amp up each note with a bit more potency... in my opinion , to give it more kick or punch , as I look forward to grabbing up multiple bottles of both summer Vibes offerings! What are your thoughts on that suggestion? And as always you have me about to place another order and taking a road trip to Marshalls, TJ Maxx, and Burlington! PS 1981 Los Angeles is fire as I bought that off of your recommendation a few months back! Loving your no-nonsense straight to the point suggestions to keeping it lit with your bonfire fragrance choices!

[@michaelduncan4379]

Got them all except the two Bentley fragrances. I have the intense but fellas the list is official! Ross, brother you haven’t steered me wrong yet.

[@JustTheConcerts]

I love Kenneth Cole Reaction. I wear it out of the shower all the time. I love Connected Kenneth Cole Reaction also. More staying power

[@robertkerr9527]

How could anyone not like your videos??? You are do down to earth 🌎 and real. Your fans love it 😀 Keep it up and don't lose that or you will lose us. Have you ever done a video on blue collar frags? Would love to see that one.

[@TLTGReviews]

Appreciate the kind words man. Dislikes and hateful people come with the territory. Dislikes are nothing compared to some of the sh&t out there. Trust me lol

[@ditschi21]

Love your cheapie lists, always a pleasure to watch. Witch teams hat are you wearing in this great vid? Looks pretty cool. Greetings from Germany

[@TLTGReviews]

A custom design.

[@sancholaurent6350]

I enjoyed this vid Ross. I always like to see which cheapies are the best and which ones I should get my nose on

[@TLTGReviews]

✌😎

[@stefoncabo7550]

Eternity aqua i get 2 hours max here in miami fl.....that vince camuto is fire .i do 15 sprays and get 5 hours.

[@Shreadington]

Ross, this is THE BEST fragrance channel on KZbin I've found. My Summer Vibz comes in today! Salvatore Ferragamo Acqua Blu is my SOTD. A&F FI Together is my gym scent today.

[@TLTGReviews]

I appreciate you saying that big guy

[@Shreadington]

@@TLTGReviews you're signature fragrance hand wave and description of fragrances has helped me out. The note breakdown with your feedback makes all the difference. Most others don't give that detail.

[@TLTGReviews]

I'm glad you enjoy the content and my opinions

[@tokenblack7983]

Kenneth Cole Reaction is solid. Love it

[@timyoung4039]

I get the impression you like Acqua Essenziale Blu? 😉 I appreciate you turning me on to it. I still got like 90-95 mL left of my 100 mL bottle and just told the wifey yesterday I need to go ahead and get another because I don’t want to get caught without it in case it gets retired. Which I can’t see why they would.

[@TLTGReviews]

I have a backup 100ml lol

[@timyoung4039]

@@TLTGReviews I know you do!! 😂 I have a feeling you’ll always have one on deck. I’m at the point now where I’ve got 40some bottles and can’t really find anything I want or need. So it’s time for backups.

[@alwaysbeclosing5797]

I don't have 15 of 'em, but in this price range, I personally can vouch for these: Bentley - For Men Guess 1981 Los Angeles Tommy Bahama - For Him Aramis - Adventurer Insurrection II - Wild John Varvatos - Dark Rebel

[@MoltenMetalGod7]

You know I love me some cheapie and indie vids. 👍🏽 love me some KK reaction. I have an older bottle that lasts a little longer.

[@apollorussell738]

Another great review my man.

[@medallionmotionpictures]

Fantastic review and recommendations man. I see so many of these you mentioned in the dept. stores and never made a blind buy. I usually research before I buy rather than keeping a bottle of juice for nothing. The Enternity Aqua, Guess 1981 Los Angeles, & Sean John I have already. Now I will be picking up the one you raved so so much about Vince Camuto Homme and the Ferry-Gum-Oh BLU I've seen it in the rack store many times but now I know I need to turn up next time. Thanks, man and I'm a new subscriber. Question what's up with that D&G Intenso?

[@TLTGReviews]

It smells similar to dg pour homme

[@montanez80jm]

Hey I listen to you ...I purchased Calvin Klein Aqua ... you convinced me. But have you try Missoni Wave?

[@TLTGReviews]

Not yet

[@montanez80jm]

@@TLTGReviews I love it. I think you’ll like it

[@macbruce7562]

Just subbed, I was wondering if you have suggestions for summer fragrances for the man who doesn’t like citrus? I usually wear D&G the one, SpiceBomb, John Varvatos Black bottle. I prefer spice notes, vanilla, tobacco, star anise etc.

[@derrickmagwood971]

Yea that Acqua essenziale blu just got my hands on it and I just want to eat it, only got it in 30ml this one going fast

[@markmullen1852]

Kenneth Cole T Shirt gets me more compliments than any cologne I've ever had.

[@chrispaul9124]

I bought the English laundry Riviera. I love the smell but the performance for me is 2 hrs tops

[@vidalsanabria7793]

All of these are going on my list!!!

[@mhazley71]

Off the subject. I just got a bottle of Tres Nuit. Smells wonderful, just didn't last/project. 01/2023 is on the bottom, along with batch code. Is the 01/2023 an expiration or bottled date?

[@TLTGReviews]

Manufacture date

[@ziggy8757]

i would add hugo boss bottled, armaf milestone, armaf sillage, al haramain laventure knight..

[@OpalMoonstone247]

I've been enjoying your content lately in regards to cheap beginner men's frags. I'm trying to find out which one to start my husband with. As long as it doesn't contain pine notes, then it's good. I'm leaning towards Paris Hilton for Men, or Nautica Voyage(haven't smelled NV tho), as I like safe, aquatic fresh accords with some amber or cedar. I absolutely love Dior Sauvage EDP as well as D&G Light Blue, but won't be in my budget for awhile. Anyway, how much would you recommend the ones I've mentioned? The NJ Silver sounds great btw.

[@greggraham9785]

Hello Ross, how are you? Great job as usual!! Salvatore Ferragamo Acqua Essenziale Blu 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾!! Stay safe brother!

[@TonyThompson1981]

I love Coach. I get about 6 or 7 hours too, but I do usually wear a bit heavier than most people probably do. Nautica Voyage and Sean John 3am could also be added to this list.

[@tokenblack7983]

Voyage smells great. But not as a cologne. More like a room refresher

[@vazlogo5221]

Ross you should also try Kenneth Cole ManKind , that opening is so good. although it does not last long I love that opening and scent for about 1-2 hours

[@TLTGReviews]

I've had a bottle for years

[@joeJoe-pb3su]

Great selection. I forgot there was a Bentley non intense...I need to get a smell of that...

[@nonnone7060]

Have you ever tried CK shock? Just got it and its some good stuff. Makes me think of a alternative to Green irish tobacco by happyland.

[@TLTGReviews]

I've featured it many times. Great fragrance

[@nonnone7060]

@@TLTGReviews i also got to ask if youve tried marshmallow fireside by alt. I dont see many reviews on it and was thinking of picking it up. I love your vids btw, they are very well thought out, informative and your descriptions are amazing! I look foward to more

[@TLTGReviews]

@@nonnone7060 i have tried it. I don't like it that much. I prefer Genre Parfums Bonfire

[@nonnone7060]

@@TLTGReviews i didnt know that existed! Thanks so much! I wanted to get a clone of by the fire so ill get that over alt

[@blakeforce5797]

Awesome reveiw great optoins

[@johns6256]

Mate, I got the 3am freshies based off your recommendation. Loving it. Thank you for that! Will I like this Vince Camuto Homme given how 3am appealed to me?

[@TLTGReviews]

I don't see why not

[@johns6256]

@@TLTGReviews Thanks alot mate!

[@mak101169]

Try Tommy Weekend get away. It's like Tommy's version of Prada L'homme. I haven't really tried it out for an extended period of time yet. I'm waiting for it to get a little bit warmer before I give it a good wearing.

[@danfragrancelife3449]

You're a beast bro, your videos are fire. Keep em coming

[@dedricwilson2032]

I agree. He's keeping in broke, but smelling good...lol...

[@briangrossett3381]

Check out Hanae Mori HM and Antonio Banderas Seduction in Black. They are good cheapies

[@therronious5085]

Great list. Man you crank out alot of videos! Keep it up 💪

[@rayzorramonthebarber1312]

I gotta get that Mont Blanc one

[@michakalwajtys6803]

I recomend it bro, legend spirit smells just amazing

[@AJ........]

You won't regret it...smells amazing, performs, and women LOVE it...don't wait just get it..lol

[@tokenblack7983]

Just bought explorer and have had the original Legend for a while now. Modern mature scents. Might need Spirit next. Everybody seems to love it

[@stefoncabo7550]

Sean john was great back in the day..now its a water down version.

[@danfragrancelife3449]

The best sean john is "i am king" that stuff is fire. And yeah i dont even think they ever even made a edp.

[@rayzorramonthebarber1312]

Back with the stuff I can afford hahahaha

[@initdialog]

Try Zara. Decent quality with a lot to choose from and very cheap (16-20$).

[@andrik5754]

I remember when I was a freshman in high school my mom bought me a bottle of Sean John unforgivable and I thought it was decent a little below average smell but I used it because I had never had a cologne before and I took it to school and i got so much negative feedback from females and my friends. They referred to it as “the chili cologne🌶 “ so after running through about 10% of the bottle I stopped using it and gave it to a friend but ever since then I have never used Or even Smelled unforgivable and I doubt I want to again

[@ntr7030]

Finally smelled First Instinct Together, and wow, it’s good. Wish I’d purchased that instead of the JV/NJ Blue bottle. Probably better than Cambridge Knight too, which was my favorite Invictus cheapie. The EL stuff just doesn’t stay with you.

[@johnwysocki2445]

Great cheapies list Ross. When can we expect your new fragrance to hit the market? Maybe I missed your announcement but I’m super pumped to buy it!! Hope all is well with you and your family.

[@TLTGReviews]

Announcement video will be coming soon

[@faisalkhan-kt3eo]

Great list new subscriber of yours

[@kevinpayne3419]

I just picked up BR Black Walnut Legend. Have you done a review on it.

[@TLTGReviews]

I have talked about it in a few videos

[@alecdamsell46]

I had picked up John Varbados Nick Jonas silver and I really like that coach/Sauvage sent mix. I just wish it perform better I have to refresh after 4 hours. I get 6 hours out of Crimson.

[@shufranchise]

Man I knew what your last one was before you said it 😄

[@TLTGReviews]

I figured some people would know lol

[@jasonchavez7564]

Great List brotha!!! I do however find eternity acqua off putting as it smells like sweat on my skin🤢

[@tokenblack7983]

Hmm give it another chance. It’s pretty solid

[@jasonchavez7564]

@@tokenblack7983 hmmm y not... will give it anotha go

[@fthewordofman9580]

Exfoliate👉😆

[@RandomDude45_X]

I miss them Tommy polo's. Wearing them going to school dances flirting with the girls. Such a good time.

[@quayshaundurden1854]

I get more with legend spirit hands down my fav out of my collection

[@tokenblack7983]

You like the original Legend? It’s in my top 5. Might pull the trigger on spirit

[@gringobronx7670]

The pepe jeans colognes smell great should of been up on your list....

[@TLTGReviews]

I didn't own it back when this was made a year ago

[@gringobronx7670]

@@TLTGReviews ah ok my bad

[@vicenteg1990]

I really like my cool water wave, do you think thats better.

[@yobome23]

Hi how about trussardi fragrances specially the uomo I heard it's also a cheapie can you do a review on it?

[@TLTGReviews]

I don't go after anything from Trussardi. They don't interest me

[@ASHISHPATEL-ie2se]

Nautica voyage?

[@nosizzle]

I got sean john many years ago, great then, and still great today. Shame it doesnt perform well.

[@King_WhiteWolf]

Whats the fuckin chances that I saw this Thursday afternoon and find a 50ml of Vince Camuto Homme at TJ Maxx yesterday. Scooped it on clearance for 6 bucks too!

[@bradleysmith3639]

Yeah man I was the 90s kid too love Tommy couldn't afford it couldn't even afford the

[@michaelbullock8011]

Great list and I enjoyed it and have a blessed day

[@coachmelmoore2994]

Where you get that summer vibes from ?? I've never seen it !

[@TLTGReviews]

Link in the description for Authenticity Perfumes

[@ogeenext]

Can you do top 10 smelling Ferragamo fragrances?

[@TLTGReviews]

I did a Ferragamo house talk

[@ogeenext]

@@TLTGReviews will check it out

[@muhammadkhan-hp4fx]

Dear brother you must also try Porsche design Titan. It's awesome

[@richardcorton4747]

What’s better the Ed hardy love and luck or the Sean John unforgiven ?

[@TLTGReviews]

I like Love and Luck a little bit more

[@richardcorton4747]

@@TLTGReviews I followed ur recommendation on it and got the love and luck. Sean John 3 am is a gem too

[@gatlyn5572]

You're guilty cause I get first instinct together, I wonder if I will get aqua essenziale blu 😁