Decant retailers compared

Scento vs. Fragrant World: Which Is Right for You?

85,000+members
26supported European countries
€4.41from · 2 ml decant

In short

Both retailers state that they sell genuine fragrance samples. Scento offers 2 ml, 5 ml, 8 ml and 30 ml decants with tracked delivery to 26 supported European countries. Manufacturer batch codes belong to the original full-sized bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.

26 supported European countries

Scento vs Fragrant World, side by side

Each figure is taken from the company's own website, on the date shown.

Sizes
Scento
2 ml, 5 ml, and 8 ml glass travel sprays; the 8 ml fits Scento's refillable aluminium atomizer case. Most perfumes are also available as a 30 ml bottle decant.
Fragrant World
A range of decant sizes — check the current options on their store.
EU shipping
Scento
Ships from the EU; free over €75; tracked, typically 1–5 business days.
Fragrant World
Ships worldwide from Portugal.
Authenticity & batch codes
Scento
Original-bottle sourcing; the manufacturer code is not printed on the decant vial
Fragrant World
States it is 100% genuine, decanted from the original bottle.
Catalogue depth
Scento
A 200-brand roster of designer & niche sourcing spanning over 1,000 fragrances and more than 87 houses.
Fragrant World
Designer and niche decants; Creed decants priced around €5.25–8.50.
Founded / Based
Scento
Founded 2024, based in Paris, France.
Fragrant World
Founded 2016, based in Porto, Portugal.

Last checked 18 June 2026 · Compared on: what it is, EU shipping, subscription, sizes, cost to try one fragrance, catalogue and authenticity.

Sources:fragrantworldshop.com

Figures are quoted from each company's own website, checked on the date shown. Brand and marketing claims are attributed to the company that makes them. This page is for information and is not affiliated with the companies compared.

The full picture

How do the catalogues and prices compare?

Fragrant World is an established decant shop with a designer-and-niche range; for popular houses like Creed, decants sit around €5.25–8.50. Scento runs a 200-brand roster spanning over 1,000 fragrances and more than 87 houses. If you're after a specific Creed decant at a known price, check Fragrant World's listing; if you want breadth and to browse many houses in one place, Scento's catalogue is wider.

Are both authentic, and how is that shown?

Each Scento decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.

Which is better for EU delivery?

Fragrant World ships worldwide from Portugal, which is handy if you're outside the EU or want a Portugal-based shop. Scento ships from the EU with free shipping over €75 and typically 1–5 business days, so EU buyers avoid customs and usually get faster transit. Choose based on where you are and how quickly you need it.

Who is each shop best for?

Compare the available sizes, prices and delivery terms for your country. Scento offers 2 ml, 5 ml, 8 ml and 30 ml decants; manufacturer batch codes remain with the original full-sized bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.

Why fragrance lovers choose Scento

No subscription required

Order a single decant whenever the mood strikes — no monthly plan, no account, no commitment.

Fast European delivery

Tracked delivery to 26 supported European countries; availability and rates depend on the delivery country and order value.

Authentic & traceable

Each Scento decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers — never a clone, dupe or inspired-by version. Manufacturer batch codes belong to those original bottles and are not printed on Scento decant vials.

Your size, your choice

Pick 2 ml, 5 ml, 8 ml or 30 ml and live with a scent for a few wears before committing to a full bottle.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Scento or Fragrant World more authentic?
The published evidence does not establish either retailer as more authentic. Both state that their decants are genuine and poured from original bottles. Fragrant World states that its decants are poured from the original bottle; Scento states that its original full-sized bottles are sourced through authorised European retailers (checked 18 June 2026, fragrantworldshop.com/pages/about-us).
How much do Creed decants cost at Fragrant World?
Fragrant World lists Creed decants at roughly €5.25–8.50 depending on size (checked 18 June 2026, fragrantworldshop.com). Scento also prices in euros; compare the exact fragrance and size on each shop before you buy.
Where is each shop based and when did it start?
Fragrant World was founded in 2016 and is based in Porto, Portugal (checked 18 June 2026, fragrantworldshop.com/pages/about-us). Scento was founded in 2024 and is based in Paris, France.
Should I trust this comparison if Scento wrote it?
Read it critically — Scento publishes it. Every Fragrant World detail here is limited to facts checked from their own pages on 18 June 2026 and linked to the source. Verify it on Fragrant World's own website before you buy.

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