Quick answer: neither house is better across the board. Lattafa has the much bigger range and lower prices, and it leads in sweet gourmands and rich florals such as Angham, Yara and Khamrah. Afnan has a smaller, focused range built around a few hit lines, such as the fresh, fruity Supremacy Collector's Edition and the sweet 9 PM family. Pick the house that makes the style you like, then compare individual perfumes. Sara Sakina sells both Afnan and Lattafa online, with authentic stock, Ontario fulfilment and delivery in Canada and the United States.
Afnan and Lattafa at a glance
| Lattafa | Afnan | |
|---|---|---|
| Home | United Arab Emirates, founded in the 1980s, according to Lattafa's official North American store | United Arab Emirates, founded in 2007, according to the Parfumo fragrance database |
| Range | Very large, across Lattafa, Lattafa Pride and Asdaaf | Smaller, built around lines such as 9 PM, 9 AM, Supremacy and Turathi |
| Style it does best | Sweet gourmands, rich florals and oud | Fresh fruity scents and sweet evening scents |
| Our best sellers, last 90 days | Angham, Yara and Khamrah | Supremacy Collector's Edition, 9 PM and 9 PM Rebel |
| Typical 100 ml price at Sara Sakina | About CA$45 to CA$90 | About CA$59 to CA$111 |
Which should you choose?
- Choose Lattafa if you want the widest choice and lower prices, or if you love sweet, rich perfumes. Angham layers praline, cacao and vanilla over a ginger and mandarin opening, and Khamrah is warm spice, dates and praline.
- Choose Afnan if you want a fresh, fruity scent for everyday wear, such as Supremacy Collector's Edition, or a sweet evening scent from the 9 PM family.
- Not sure? Smell both houses side by side at our Oakville Place store, where testers are available for many perfumes.
Start with a scent direction
| What you enjoy | Explore online | Why compare it |
|---|---|---|
| Citrus and musk | Afnan 9 AM | Mandarin, orange blossom and musk |
| Apple and vanilla | Afnan 9 PM | Fruit, cinnamon and a vanilla-tonka base |
| Leather and spice | Afnan 9 PM Elixir | Cardamom and leather with a resinous base |
| Fresh fruit and moss | Afnan Supremacy Collector's Edition | Pineapple, apple and birch over oak moss and musk |
| Floral sweetness | Lattafa Yara | Orchid, tropical fruit and vanilla |
| Praline and vanilla | Lattafa Angham | A gourmand direction |
These are useful starting points from our catalogue, rather than a ranking of every release from either house. Open a product page to compare the complete listing, bottle size, format and current offer.
Popular perfumes from both houses sell out quickly. If one is sold out when you visit, our own extraits de parfum cover the same styles: Amazight for pineapple, rose and vanilla, Qadr for saffron, coffee and suede, Safi for citrus, vanilla and white musk, and Warda for rose and vanilla.
How to compare value
First decide which composition you would enjoy wearing. Then compare the same size and concentration, delivery cost and the seller’s support. Brand name or price alone cannot tell you how a perfume will smell on your skin, how long it will last for you, or whether a particular bottle is authentic.
At Sara Sakina, you can order online and reach the same retail team for questions about your purchase. Read customer experiences on product pages where reviews are available, or ask our team for help narrowing your choices.
Common comparisons
Which should I try if I enjoy vanilla?
Compare Afnan 9 PM for apple and vanilla, Lattafa Yara for floral sweetness, and Lattafa Angham for a praline direction. Sharing a note does not make these the same fragrance.
Are Afnan and Lattafa the same brand?
No. They are separate perfume houses, both from the United Arab Emirates. Each product is sold under the fragrance house named on its listing. A scent comparison does not imply shared manufacture or endorsement.
Is Afnan better than Lattafa?
Not across the board. Lattafa has the bigger range and lower prices, while Afnan has a smaller range with a few standout lines. At Sara Sakina, our best-selling Afnan perfume over the last 90 days was Supremacy Collector's Edition, and our best-selling Lattafa perfume was Angham.
Which lasts longer, Afnan or Lattafa?
It depends more on the perfume, your skin and the weather than on the house. Both make eaux de parfum that last well, and Afnan's extraits de parfum, such as 9 PM Elixir, 9 PM Night Out and Supremacy Not Only Intense, are stronger concentrations than its eaux de parfum.
Is there a Sara Sakina perfume like Afnan or Lattafa?
Yes. Our own extraits de parfum are mixed by our founder, Aymane Zerzkhane. Amazight shares Supremacy Collector's Edition's pineapple and apple opening with a rose and jasmine heart and vanilla, Qadr is warm and spiced like Khamrah, and Warda shares Angham's creamy vanilla with a rose heart. Each 100 ml bottle is CA$99, with a 5 ml tester for CA$7.99.
Where can I buy Afnan and Lattafa in Canada?
At Sara Sakina, online with shipping across Canada and the United States, or in person at our Oakville Place store in Oakville, Ontario.
Can I buy both in one online order?
Yes. Browse both brand collections and add available products to your bag at Sara Sakina. Your checkout shows the current order total and delivery options.
Go deeper with our Afnan 9 AM, 9 PM and Elixir comparison, Afnan shortlist and online Afnan buying guide. Our authenticity commitment explains what you can expect from your order, and our guide to spotting fake Arabian perfumes shows how to check a bottle.