Two British dupe brands, two very different bottles. Rebel Aromas pours a 25% Eau de Parfum in Manchester. Aromara pours a 35% Extrait in small UK batches, with the 35% figure disclosed in writing. This is the honest side by side, checked against both brands' own pages in July 2026.
Quick verdict: If you want the strongest option, Aromara is the higher concentration and the higher category. Rebel Aromas discloses 25% oil in an Eau de Parfum, which is genuinely strong for the price. Aromara discloses 35% Extrait, promises 7+ hours in writing, and backs it with a 60-day money-back guarantee that stands even after you have worn it. Rebel offers a 30-day refund. Both are made in the UK, so this comes down to concentration and guarantee.
Aromara vs Rebel Aromas: side by side
| Feature | Aromara | Rebel Aromas |
|---|---|---|
| Concentration (disclosed) | 35% Extrait | 25% oil, Eau de Parfum |
| Category | Extrait de Parfum | Eau de Parfum |
| Longevity claim | 7+ hours, in writing | 12+ hours (their internal testing) |
| Guarantee | 60-day money-back, even after wearing | 30-day refund if not happy |
| Sizes | 5ml sampler up to 50ml spray, plus 6ml roll-on oil | 50ml, plus bundles |
| Made in | UK, small batch | UK, hand-poured in Manchester |
Where Rebel Aromas is strong
Rebel Aromas is a real UK maker, not a reseller, and they are open about it. They disclose a 25% oil load, which most high-street brands never do. Their fragrances are hand-poured in Manchester and cosmetically tested to UK safety rules. Their 50ml bottles and 5-for bundles are good value, and they claim 12+ hours of wear from their own testing. If you want a straight 50ml Eau de Parfum from a transparent British brand, Rebel Aromas earns its place.
Where Aromara wins
- Higher disclosed concentration. 35% Extrait versus 25% oil. More perfume, less filler, disclosed in writing.
- Higher category. Extrait de Parfum sits above Eau de Parfum, so you get a denser, longer trail.
- Longer guarantee. 60 days versus 30, and Aromara honours it even after you have worn the bottle.
- Try before you commit. A 5ml sampler lets you test the exact scent for a few pounds before you buy a full bottle.
- More sizes. From a 5ml sampler to a 50ml spray, plus a 6ml roll-on oil for pocket carry.
So which should you buy?
Buy Rebel Aromas if you want a transparent British 50ml Eau de Parfum and 25% suits you. Buy Aromara if you want the strongest disclosed option, a higher category, a longer guarantee, and the option to test a 5ml sampler first. Can you tell the difference from the original? Try the sampler, and if you can, the 60-day guarantee has you covered.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aromara stronger than Rebel Aromas?
On disclosed concentration, yes. Aromara discloses 35% Extrait. Rebel Aromas discloses 25% oil in an Eau de Parfum. Extrait is the higher category.
Are both brands made in the UK?
Yes. Rebel Aromas is hand-poured in Manchester. Aromara is made in small UK batches. This one is a tie.
What about returns?
Rebel Aromas offers a 30-day refund if you are not happy. Aromara offers a 60-day money-back guarantee that stands even after you have worn the fragrance.
How can I try Aromara cheaply?
Start with a 5ml sampler. It is a few pounds, it is the exact scent, and it tells you in one wear whether it is for you.
Want more head to heads? Read Aromara vs The Essence Vault, Aromara vs Noted Aromas, and our roundup of the strongest perfume dupes in the UK. You can also browse The Designer Dupe Index or shop the full range at shop all.