Dupe review · Mod Fragrances
Spirit of Valor
Spirit of Valor is Mod Fragrances's answer to Creed Viking.
- Smells like
- Creed Viking
- Price
- $44.99
- Size
- —
- Per 100ml
- —
- Original per 100ml
- $510
- Made by
- Mod Fragrances
The FragDNA review · on paper
Spirit of Valor: A Minimalist Citrus Extrait on Paper
FragDNA · compiled from a comparison on paper — the listed notes and prices; nobody has reviewed it yet · 22 October 2026
- Opening
- The bright citrus duo of bergamot and lemon hints at a fresh, sparkling opening.
- Dry-down
- With no base notes disclosed, the dry‑down remains undefined on paper.
- Best for
- citrus‑centric, fresh daytime wear
The dupe, Mod Fragrances Spirit of Valor, is presented as an extrait and lists merely bergamot and lemon as its constituents. In contrast, its reference, Creed Viking, enumerates a broad spectrum spanning Calabrian bergamot, Sicilian lemon, pink pepper, peppercorn, Bulgarian rose, peppermint, Indian sandalwood, Haitian vetiver, Indian patchouli and lavandin absolute. The dupe’s disclosure is therefore markedly sparse.
Because only top‑note citrus is disclosed, the dry‑down, longevity and projection remain unknown from the sheet‑specs. Without any listed base ingredients, it is impossible to gauge how the extrait concentration might translate into depth or staying power, nor to determine whether the spirit captures any of the original’s woody, spicy or aromatic facets.
The verdictOn paper, Spirit of Valor offers only a simple citrus duo at extrait strength, lacking the complexity of Creed Viking's extensive palette, so its similarity cannot be assessed.
Nobody has reviewed this dupe yet — this compares the published notes and prices. We rewrite it as soon as wearers do.
Strong contender
FragDNA score · on paper
On paper
Spirit of Valor scores 7.9 out of 10 on paper — strong contender territory for anyone chasing Viking.
Mod Fragrances describes it with bergamot and lemon — a different vocabulary from Viking's pyramid, so judge it on the votes below as much as the notes.
It is sold as an extrait — a high concentration, which usually means it sits closer to the skin for longer.
At $45 it costs 91% less than Viking.
Some wearers dispute how close it gets — the match is the seller's claim, so read the votes before you buy.
Reviewed on paper: from the notes and strength Mod Fragrances publishes, the price per 100ml, and how firmly the match is claimed. How it really smells on skin is what the votes below are for.
What it's built to smell like
Creed Viking is Calabrian Bergamot, sicilian lemon and pink pepper at first, peppercorn, Bulgarian Rose and peppermint at its heart and indian sandalwood, Haitian Vetiver and indian patchouli at the end. Mod Fragrances set out to put that same arc in a cheaper bottle.
Top
- Calabrian Bergamot
- sicilian lemon
- pink pepper
Heart
- peppercorn
- Bulgarian Rose
- peppermint
Base
- indian sandalwood
- Haitian Vetiver
- indian patchouli
For the one who charges against the grain, wearing a bold, peppery-mint spiciness that feels rugged, aromatic, and unmistakably daring.
Some fans dispute how close this one gets — it is listed against the original by its seller.
How it ranks against the other twins
Of the 17 twins of Creed Viking we can price, Spirit of Valor is number 17 on price per 100ml.
- 01 Zimaya Mazaaj Rhythm $30/100ml
- 02 The Essence Vault Viking $32/100ml
- 03 The Essence Vault The Essence Vault $32/100ml
- 04 The Essence Vault Viking $32/100ml
- 05 Noted Aromas Oslo $33/100ml
- 06 The Dupe Spot Viking #273 $36/100ml
- 07 AromaPassions Venture $69/100ml
- 08 ALT Fragrances Corsair $82/100ml
- 09 Perfume Parlour Norse $83/100ml
- 10 Zoha Aroma Viking $108/100ml
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The community
What people say about Spirit of Valor
Rating
—How close to Viking
—Would buy again
—Longevity
Projection
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In the forum
Start a discussion →Questions
What does Mod Fragrances Spirit of Valor smell like?
It is built to smell like Creed Viking — Calabrian Bergamot, sicilian lemon and pink pepper up top, peppercorn, Bulgarian Rose and peppermint in the heart, indian sandalwood, Haitian Vetiver and indian patchouli in the base.
Is Mod Fragrances Spirit of Valor a dupe of Creed Viking?
Yes — Mod Fragrances sells it as its version of Creed Viking.
Where can I buy Mod Fragrances Spirit of Valor?
It is in stock at $44.99 — the link on this page goes straight to the shop.