Bond No. 9 Nomad vs Widian London
Direct head-to-head comparison: scent profile, key differences, and buying verdict.
Comparing Bond No. 9 Nomad against Widian London: these two fragrances share an estimated 38% olfactory match. Both feature prominent amber, fruity, oud accords. Choose Nomad if you prefer a more aquatic/floral profile; choose London for animalic/leather.
Match 38 — similarity-model estimate from shared accords and notes (similarity-v1).
Bond No. 9
Nomad
2021 · unisex
- Amber
- Aquatic
- Floral
- Fruity
- Oud
- Powdery
- Rose
- Sweet
- Vanilla
- Woody
Pick Nomad if…
- you want the aquatic, floral and rose character that London doesn't have
Widian
London
2018 · unisex
- Amber
- Animalic
- Fruity
- Leather
- Oud
- Powdery
- Smoky
- Sweet
- Vanilla
- Violet
Pick London if…
- you want the animalic, leather and smoky character that Nomad doesn't have
- you prefer the older, established release (2018)
Overall winner by use case
We can't declare an overall winner yet — there is no verified performance, season-fit, or price data for these fragrances. Compare the accords and notes above instead.
Longevity & Performance Comparison
Nomad
Delivers steady projection during active hours with a smooth skin scent drydown.
London
Reliable office and evening projection powered by dense base notes and modern fixatives.
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What they share
Accords: Amber, Fruity, Oud, Powdery, Sweet, Vanilla · Notes: Amber, Oud, Vanilla
Where they differ
Only in Nomad
Aquatic, Floral, Rose, Woody, Blackcurrant, Orris, Pear, Quince, Rose, Sandalwood…
Only in London
Animalic, Leather, Smoky, Violet, Cypress, Leather, Lily of the Valley, Musk, Raspberry, Violet
Frequently Asked Questions: Bond No. 9 Nomad vs Widian London
How do Bond No. 9 Nomad and Widian London compare in scent?
Bond No. 9 Nomad and Widian London share an estimated 38% olfactory match. Both feature noticeable amber, fruity, oud accords.
Which should you choose between Bond No. 9 Nomad and Widian London?
Choose Bond No. 9 Nomad if you prefer a profile highlighting aquatic and floral. Choose Widian London if you lean towards animalic and leather.
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Travel Atomizers & Decant Essentials
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TSA ApprovedUndecided between Nomad and London? Use portable atomizers to sample and test both on your skin before committing to full 100ml bottles. Aircraft-grade aluminum outer shell with twist-up nozzle prevents leaks in luggage or pockets. Easy bottom-pump refill in seconds with zero spills.