Polish perfumery and decant shop vs Scento

Scento vs Zapachniści

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€4.41from · 2 ml decant

In short

Zapachniści is a Polish online perfumery, founded in 2019, that sells perfume decants (odlewki) of 3, 5 and 10 ml; for example, 5 ml of Initio Side Effect is 109.00 zł (about €24.95) on its product page and €22.90 at Scento. Scento sells 2, 5, 8 and 30 ml decants from €4.41, with no subscription, and delivers to 26 supported European countries.

26 supported European countries

Scento vs Zapachniści, side by side

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What it is
Scento
EU decant & sample retailer
Zapachniści
Polish online perfumery that sells decants (odlewki) of niche and designer perfumes in glass vials with atomizers, alongside full bottles and testers
Ships to mainland Europe
Scento
Tracked delivery to 26 supported European countries; availability and rates depend on the delivery country and order value.
Zapachniści
Delivers within Poland only: 15.00 zł to InPost parcel lockers and 19.00 zł by DHL or DPD courier, free above 400 zł; its shipping page states 1–5 working days in total
Subscription needed
Scento
No — buy any decant once, no account needed
Zapachniści
No — decants are bought one by one, with no subscription plan
Sizes you can buy
Scento
2 ml, 5 ml, 8 ml & 30 ml
Zapachniści
Decants of 3, 5 and 10 ml, each size a separate product
Cost to try one fragrance
Scento
From €4.41 for a 2 ml decant, no minimum order
Zapachniści
Example on its product pages: 5 ml of Initio Side Effect 109.00 zł and of Xerjoff Erba Pura 93.00 zł; the price depends on the perfume and size
Catalogue
Scento
1,000+ fragrances from a 200-brand sourcing roster
Zapachniści
Niche and designer perfume decants alongside full bottles, testers and cosmetics
Authenticity
Scento
Original-bottle sourcing; the manufacturer code is not printed on the decant vial
Zapachniści
States its decants are prepared from original perfume bottles and are not diluted

Last checked 23 October 2026 · Compared on: what it is, EU shipping, subscription, sizes, cost to try one fragrance, catalogue and authenticity.

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The full picture

Decant sizes and prices

Zapachniści sells decants of 3, 5 and 10 ml. On its product pages, 5 ml of Initio Side Effect is 109.00 zł (about €24.95) and 5 ml of Xerjoff Erba Pura is 93.00 zł (about €21.28); at Scento the same 5 ml are €22.90 and €20.90. The euro amounts convert the shop's złoty prices at the ECB reference rate of 22 October 2026 (1 euro = 4.3695 zł). Scento sells 2 ml, 5 ml and 8 ml vials plus a 30 ml bottle decant on most perfumes, from €4.41. At both shops the price depends on the perfume and size.

Authenticity and returns

Zapachniści states that it prepares its decants from original perfume bottles and does not dilute them. Its terms allow withdrawing from an order within 14 days without giving a reason, with return shipping paid by the customer, except for decants that have been used with a significant amount consumed. Scento hand-pours each decant from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers, and offers a 30-day satisfaction guarantee.

Shipping in Poland

Zapachniści delivers within Poland only, with one shipping charge per order: 15.00 zł for InPost parcel lockers and 19.00 zł for DHL or DPD courier, and free above 400 zł. Its shipping page states 1–5 working days in total, preparation and delivery included. Scento delivers to 26 supported European countries with tracked delivery; availability and rates depend on the delivery country and order value.

Which one suits you?

If you want a Polish online perfumery where decants of 3, 5 or 10 ml sit next to full bottles and testers, Zapachniści fits that. If you want 2, 5, 8 and 30 ml decants in one order, delivered to 26 supported European countries, with no subscription and a 30-day satisfaction guarantee, Scento fits that.

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

How much does a niche perfume decant (odlewka) cost in Poland, and which shops are cheapest?
At Zapachniści, 5 ml of Initio Side Effect is 109.00 zł and 5 ml of Xerjoff Erba Pura is 93.00 zł on its product pages; at Scento the same 5 ml are €22.90 and €20.90. Scento decants start from €4.41 for 2 ml, with the price of each size shown on the perfume's page. Compare prices perfume by perfume and size by size.
Do I need a subscription to buy decants?
No. Zapachniści sells decants one by one with no subscription plan, and Scento sells every decant with no subscription.
Are perfume decants original, and how do I pick a reliable seller?
Zapachniści states that it prepares its decants from original perfume bottles and does not dilute them, and Scento states that each decant is hand-poured from an original full-sized bottle sourced through authorised European retailers. Compare each seller's own statements, shipping terms and return rules before ordering.
Which decant size should I choose to try a niche perfume, 2 ml or 5 ml?
Zapachniści offers decants of 3, 5 and 10 ml. Scento lets you choose 2 ml, 5 ml or 8 ml of the same perfume, or a 30 ml bottle decant on most perfumes, so you can start small or live with it for longer.
What does shipping cost in Poland, and can I return a decant?
Zapachniści charges 15.00 zł for InPost parcel lockers and 19.00 zł for DHL or DPD courier in Poland, and delivery is free above 400 zł; it accepts withdrawal within 14 days, except for decants that have been used with a significant amount consumed. Scento delivers to 26 supported European countries with tracked delivery; availability and rates depend on the delivery country and order value, and it offers a 30-day satisfaction guarantee.

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