Ranking 14 Different NIKE Men's Fragrances (Alphabet Tier List)

Summary

In this video, Aussie Marcel reviews and ranks 14 Nike men's fragrances from S-tier to F-tier. He shares his thoughts on each scent, comparing them to popular fragrances like Invictus, 1 Million, and Dark Temptation. Marcel evaluates the performance, scent profiles, and value, highlighting fragrances like Nike Man Blue and Nike Man Green as top picks. With insights on price, longevity, and personal preferences, this fragrance ranking provides viewers with an entertaining and informative guide to Nike's men's cologne lineup.

Takeaways

• 👟 The video focuses on ranking 14 Nike men's fragrances from S-tier to F-tier.
• 🕶️ Nike Night Mode is described as inoffensive, sweet, and similar to CK Defy, earning a C-tier rating.
• 🍫 Nike Man Urban Wood smells like Lynx/Axe Dark Temptation, evoking nostalgia and earning a B-tier ranking.
• 💧 Nike Turquoise Vibes closely resembles Paco Rabanne's Invictus Aqua, with good performance but only a C-tier rating due to personal taste.
• 💎 Nike Ultra Green is praised for its strong, sweet scent and solid performance, receiving an A-tier ranking.
• 🧺 Nike Aromatic Addiction is compared to laundry detergent and has good performance but only receives a C-tier rating for being clean but synthetic.
• 🌺 Nike Man Graphite is described as floral and safe but somewhat basic, landing it in the C-tier.
• 🚿 Nike Ultra Blue is rated D-tier due to its basic shower gel-like scent and mediocre performance.
• 🚬 Nike Man Brown and Red both receive B-tier ratings for their similarity to Dolce & Gabbana's The One, with Brown being spicier and Red sweeter.
• 🌿 Nike Ginger Tonic is a fresh, green fragrance with prominent ginger notes, earning it an A-tier rating for its natural scent but average performance.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video?

The video is about ranking 14 Nike men's fragrances from S-tier to F-tier based on their quality, performance, and appeal.

What are some key factors the host considers when ranking the fragrances?

The host considers factors such as scent appeal, performance (longevity and projection), price, and personal preferences like nostalgia.

Why does the host change the rank of 'Nike Night Mode' from B-tier to C-tier?

The host changes the rank of 'Nike Night Mode' to C-tier because while it is inoffensive and has some sweetness, it is fairly average and not as impressive compared to other fragrances.

Which fragrance is compared to Axe (or Lynx) Dark Temptation, and why is it ranked B-tier?

'Nike Man Urban Wood' is compared to Axe (Lynx) Dark Temptation due to its synthetic, sweet chocolate note. It is ranked B-tier because it has a nostalgic quality that the host enjoys.

What is the host's opinion of 'Nike Man Turquoise Vibes'?

The host finds 'Nike Man Turquoise Vibes' very similar to Paco Rabanne's Invictus, which they are not a fan of. They rank it C-tier despite its solid performance, as they don't enjoy the scent style.

Which fragrance does the host compare to 'Paco Rabanne's 1 Million Lucky,' and how is it ranked?

'Nike Man Ultra Green' is compared to 'Paco Rabanne's 1 Million Lucky.' The host gives it an A-tier due to its pleasant scent, strong performance, and affordability.

What unique scent quality does 'Nike Man Ginger Tonic' offer, and what is its ranking?

'Nike Man Ginger Tonic' has a vibrant ginger note with a fresh, green scent. The host appreciates its natural, non-synthetic aroma and ranks it A-tier despite its modest performance.

Why does 'Nike Man Blue' receive an S-tier ranking?

'Nike Man Blue' is a clone of Jean Paul Gaultier's Ultra Male and is highly praised for its strong 12-hour performance, excellent value, and appealing scent. It is considered the best Nike fragrance.

How does 'Nike Man Viral Blue' stand out in the lineup?

'Nike Man Viral Blue' stands out for its unique scent, described as powdery vanilla with incense and pencil shavings. The host ranks it A-tier due to its distinctive smell, despite average performance.

What is the host's final recommendation for someone seeking a powerful fragrance from the Nike lineup?

The host recommends 'Nike Man Green' for its powerful and long-lasting scent, which resembles the old formulation of Paco Rabanne's Black XS. It shares the S-tier ranking with 'Nike Man Blue' as a top choice.

Outlines

00:00

👟 Ranking Nike Men's Fragrances

The video host, Aussie Marcel, introduces a ranking of 14 Nike men's fragrances. He starts with 'Nike Man Night Mode,' describing it as sweet, inoffensive, and reminiscent of CK Defy and Invictus. At an affordable price point of $12, he places it in the B tier but later changes it to C after comparing it to other scents. Marcel then reviews 'Nike Man Urban Wood,' which has a nostalgic connection to Lynx/Axe Dark Temptation. Despite being synthetic and sweet, it earns a B tier rating.

05:00

🌳 Sweet, Strong, and Nostalgic Scents

Marcel reviews 'Nike Turquoise Vibes,' likening it to Paco Rabanne's Invictus with a fresh, aromatic touch. Despite its popularity, Marcel gives it a C due to his personal dislike of the Invictus style. 'Nike Man Ultra Green,' which is compared to 1 Million Lucky, receives higher praise for its complexity, performance, and affordability. This fragrance, priced at $10, is deemed an A tier due to its sweet yet powerful aroma and lasting performance.

10:04

💧 Fresh and Clean Aromas

Aussie Marcel reviews 'Nike Man Aromatic Addiction,' which he describes as smelling like laundry detergent with a sweet and synthetic touch. Although he finds it pleasant, he ranks it as C tier. 'Nike Man Graphite' is characterized as floral, musky, and reminiscent of a woman’s perfume, but safe and somewhat boring, earning another C tier rating. The theme of inoffensive, clean scents continues with 'Nike Man Ultra Blue,' which smells like shower gel but lacks longevity, earning it a D rating. Marcel addresses the environmental impact of the plastic packaging used in these products.

15:07

👃 Nostalgia Meets Value

Marcel compares 'Nike Man Brown' and 'Nike Man Red,' noting their similarities to each other. Both fragrances evoke memories of Dolce & Gabbana's 'The One,' but Marcel finds them fresher and more affordable. Despite not being visually appealing, they perform well for their price, earning a B tier rating. 'Nike Man Ginger Tonic,' a newer fragrance, stands out for its bright ginger and lemon notes, offering a fresh and natural scent. Though not his personal favorite, Marcel ranks it A tier for its unique aroma and affordability.

Keywords

💡Nike fragrances

Nike fragrances refer to a range of men's perfumes produced by a company that shares the name with the popular sports brand, though unrelated to it. In the video, the speaker discusses 14 different Nike men's fragrances, reviewing and ranking them based on their scent profiles, performance, and value. These fragrances are typically affordable, making them accessible to younger consumers.

💡Ranking system (S tier to F tier)

The ranking system from S tier to F tier is a method the speaker uses to evaluate the quality of the fragrances. S tier represents the highest quality, while F tier is the lowest. The speaker ranks each fragrance based on factors like scent, longevity, and personal preference. For instance, 'Nike Man Blue' receives an S tier for its long-lasting performance and value.

💡Inoffensive scent

An inoffensive scent refers to a fragrance that is mild, pleasant, and unlikely to bother people in close proximity. In the video, 'Nike Man Night Mode' is described as inoffensive, which suggests it has a safe, universally appealing scent profile that is likely to be popular with a wide audience, particularly younger consumers.

💡Synthetic fragrance

A synthetic fragrance means that the scent is artificially produced, often mimicking natural scents. Several Nike fragrances in the video, like 'Nike Man Urban Wood' and 'Nike Man Graphite,' are described as having synthetic qualities, which the speaker suggests gives them an artificial or overly sweet characteristic compared to more natural-smelling fragrances.

💡Performance (Longevity)

Performance or longevity in the context of fragrances refers to how long the scent lasts after being applied. The speaker emphasizes performance repeatedly when rating fragrances, with 'Nike Man Ultra Green' being praised for lasting over 9 hours with just two sprays, making it a solid option for those seeking long-lasting scents.

💡Nostalgia

Nostalgia refers to the emotional connection one feels with something reminiscent of the past. The speaker often refers to nostalgia, particularly with 'Nike Man Urban Wood,' which reminds him of Axe’s (Lynx) Dark Temptation fragrance from his high school days. This emotional connection influences his positive ranking of the fragrance.

💡Compliment-getter

A 'compliment-getter' refers to a fragrance that is likely to attract positive attention and compliments from others. In the video, the speaker mentions that fragrances like 'Nike Man Turquoise Vibes' are expected to be compliment-getters due to their fresh and appealing scent profiles, which resonate well with many people.

💡Clones

Clones in the fragrance world refer to perfumes that are designed to smell similar to more expensive or well-known fragrances. Several Nike fragrances in the video, such as 'Nike Man Turquoise Vibes' and 'Nike Man Green,' are described as clones of popular fragrances like Paco Rabanne’s Invictus and Black XS, offering a similar scent experience at a much lower price.

💡Cheap fragrances

Cheap fragrances refer to perfumes that are available at a lower price point, making them accessible to a broader audience. The Nike fragrances discussed in the video typically cost around $10–$15, and the speaker frequently highlights their affordability as a major selling point. He emphasizes that despite their low price, many of them offer good value and performance.

💡Head shop/incense vibe

A head shop or incense vibe refers to the earthy, musky, and often sweet scent commonly found in stores that sell incense, tobacco, and alternative lifestyle products. The speaker describes 'Nike Man Urban Wood' as having a head shop vibe, likening its scent to incense mixed with a sweet, chocolatey aroma. This gives it a nostalgic, alternative feel.

Highlights

Introduction to the video where Aussie Marcel mentions discussing and ranking 14 Nike men's fragrances.

Mentions the pricing of Nike fragrances in Australia, which are around $12, and compares them to Adidas fragrances.

Ranks Nike Man Night Mode fragrance in the C tier, noting it's inoffensive and sweet, comparing it to CK Defy and Invictus fragrances.

Ranks Nike Man Urban Wood fragrance in the B tier, comparing it to Axe Dark Temptation with a nostalgic note, likening it to incense.

Mentions the difficulty of organizing and storing his fragrance collection, spread across four locations in his house.

Ranks Nike Turquoise Vibes fragrance in the C tier, noting its similarity to Paco Rabanne's Invictus but with a fresher, aromatic touch.

Nike Ultra Green is ranked A tier, likened to Paco Rabanne's 1 Million Lucky, praised for its complexity despite being only $10.

Aromatic Addiction is ranked C tier, described as smelling like laundry detergent with decent performance of about 8 hours.

Nike Graphite is ranked C tier for being a safe but boring choice, with floral and musky notes, and described as slightly feminine.

Criticism of Nike's use of cheap plastic packaging for their fragrances, highlighting environmental concerns.

Nike Ultra Blue ranked D tier, described as basic with a shower gel-like scent, suited for young people stepping up from body sprays.

Nike Man Brown is ranked B tier, compared to Dolce & Gabbana's The One but considered fresher with better performance for the price.

Nike Man Blue is ranked S tier, praised for being a clone of Jean Paul Gaultier's Ultra Male, with excellent performance and value.

Nike Man Ginger Tonic is ranked A tier, described as super green and aromatic with a natural ginger note, praised for its realistic scent.

Nike Man Green is ranked S tier, described as a clone of the older formulation of Paco Rabanne's Black XS with nostalgic associations.

Transcripts

what is up my mates of YouTube my name

is Aussie Marcel and in today's video

we're going to be talking about can you

give it a rest I don't want any BS from

you today all right and in today's video

we're going to be talking about 14 Nike

men's fragrances and I'm going to be

ranking him from the tippy top s tier to

the bottom of the barrel F tier so if

that sounds good to you let's get into

the video I mean

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it wa

in no particular order we are going to

start with Nike man night mode or #

night mode but I'm not going to be

referring any of the new ones by hashtag

I may have like one or two others that I

simply couldn't find like I've got all

of my fragrances in like four different

locations around the house so it

actually gets pretty tiresome and I'm

like stacking them all in this room on

my shelf and I will do a tour of that

eventually when I've got them all in

there but until then let's just get back

into the topic of the video Nike night

mode let's give this one a smell and

then rank

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it this is one of the latest Nike men's

fragrances it's nice it's inoffensive

it's a little sweet sort of reminds me

of like the CK defy fragrances a little

bit this one almost has like an Invictus

quality to it as as well it's good

inoffensive it's going to be pretty

popular with younger people I'd imagine

and at like that $12 price point which

is what the price has increased to here

in Australia currently it's a good buy

I'd buy it over pretty much any of the

Adidas fragrances at that price point I

would give it like a you know a middle

of the road uh b b tier let's just Chuck

it in a b tier and move on to the next

one the next one we're going to be

looking at is Nike man Urban wood

this one smells identical to Links dark

Temptation or if you're from the US

it'll be axe dark Temptation which was

very popular when I was in high school

and for that reason I'm going to give

this like a Nostalgia pick as well

actually you know what let's we're

changing night mode to a c tier let's

put it in a c

tier Nike man Urban

wood super synthetic

sickly sweet chocolate note up front it

does remind me so much of dark

temptation but it also has this like

subtle head shop incense Vibe you know

what I mean if you've ever been into

like a head shop before I remember like

going into one when I was like a in I

think I was in high school and they've

all got like you know all like a

tobacconist that sort of store as well

they always had those incense sticks

there it reminds me a little bit of

chocolate crossed with that

I I quite like it so I'm going to give

it a b tier because it's uh it's very

sweet it's very sickly but I don't

dislike it in all honesty it gets a bit

of a Nostalgia bump as well this is way

more deserving of the be than night mode

is next up we've got another Nike

fragrance turquoise Vibes this one

smells pretty identical

to pack rans indictus for

memory but let's give it another smell

and see how it

goes yeah that's pack runs

Invictus maybe a touch fresher and a

touch more aromatic but I still get that

sort of salty ambergreey

ambren Ultra

sweet synthetic type of vibe that I get

with packr buns inv

victus actually it's maybe almost more

like Invictus aqua this is going to

appeal to a lot of people it's going to

be great for compliments but for me I've

never been the biggest fan of the

Invicta style of fragrances so I'm going

to give it a c but the performance for

this one's pretty solid as well at over

9 hours with two sprays so in terms of

performance if you're looking for

something that's going to get you

compliments it's going to be wearable in

All Seasons this is a great option but

for my taste I'm I've never been the

biggest fan of Invictus so it gets a c

next up Nike man Ultra green this one

smells like Pan's 1 million

lucky but let's just have another smell

of

it this is how you do a sweet

fragrance it's sweet it's strong and

it's super cheap at $10

there's it's quite complex for a

fragrance this cheap and at this price

it is so much easier to recommend than

packr buns 1 million lucky you get the

nicer looking bottle with 1 million

lucky you get that silver the silver bar

with like the gold accenting as opposed

to the gold with the silver

accenting but this is quite a pleasant

fragrance super solid performance two

sprays 9 hours plus again at the very

least I'm going to give this let's give

this an a this is an a tier fragrance to

be sure next up Nike man aromatic

addiction interesting

name let's see how this one doesn't have

any plastic in it which is nice they

should just put them in the they should

just put the bottles in the boxes

instead of with like the ultra cheap

flimsy recycled plastic aromatic

addiction let's see how this one faes

crisp smells like laundry detergent it's

got a a pleasant Aroma it's a little on

the sweet side it is

synthetic I don't dislike it it's close

to being a bee and for memory the

performance of this one's pretty nice as

well we're getting about 8 hours with

three sprays not quite as strong as some

of the other ones we've been talking

about but still pretty decent

performance I kind of like that laundry

detergent Vibe I'm going give it a c but

with the caveat that it is a more

interesting fragrance than something

like turquoise Vibes which is just the

Invictus clone yeah I think I think a c

is fair for this but do try this one out

for yourself if you're after something

that's super clean with a bit of

sweetness to it I think it'll appeal to

you next up Nike man

graphite again with the garbage plastic

housing I hate that and I try not to use

the word hate very

often all of these have really solid

atomizers

though sweet a little floral a little

musky it reminds me of almost a woman's

perfume but it's a little

fresher it's got this clean sort of vibe

to it as well this is a safe

pick it's a little boring though I

probably will give this one a c there's

going to be a lot of C's in here just

simply because for the price it's hard

to really give these fragrances really

bad ratings but I don't know there's

just something basic about quite a few

of them I'd almost be tempted to to bump

turquoise Vibes down the D just because

I really dislike the uh the Invictus

style of

s Nike man Ultra Blue is up

next more garbage plastic packaging Nike

if you're out there and we're not

talking about the you know the athletic

wear ath leure wear company here we're

talking about the Spanish company that

makes these fragrances please stop

including the plastic housing it's bad

for the environment and it's just flimsy

and not necessary I'm going to say Nike

man Ultra Blue does have a nice looking

bottle to it these Ultra Ultra style

fragrances do have interesting Packaging

super sweet and fruity in the top Super

fresh and clean performance for this one

is not good we're talking about 5 hours

with four

sprays it's it's very basic it smells

like shower gel I'd probably give this

one a d but I mean if you're after

something super simple and cheap and

you're like literally having a step up

from like Lynx body sprays this is a

solid option for you especially if

you're like under the age of 18 and they

just looking for something nice and

pleasant that's not going to offend

people this is a great option but it's a

DTI fragrance also just a little shout

out to my homie Bazar Quinn thank you

for the recommendation to do this style

of

video next up Nike man Brown you could

almost do Nike Man red and brown

together because they smell almost

identical to one another not a very

appealing looking fragrance though let's

be

real this one has tobacco in

it it's like a slightly more fresh

interpretation of DOL chain gabana is

the one except the performance is better

and for that reason we're going to be

giving this one a c I think from

memory I was going to give this one a c

but I think by virtue of the fact that

this is significantly cheaper than

dochain gabas the one comes in about

that $10 price point and it performs

better than do gabana is the one we have

to put this in the B tier it's probably

a little more of an aromatic a little

fresher interpretation of do Chang gaban

is the one how many more times can we

say doang gaban is the one in this video

well considering the fact that we've got

Nike Man red coming up soon a couple

more times yeah so B tier for Nike man

Brown although it probably has the worst

look of all of those fragrances even

worse than aromatic addiction we

probably should have done Nike man blue

first because we all know what I'm going

to give this one do we even need to

spray it no we don't even need to spray

this one Nike man blue is a clone Nike's

interpretation of John Paul Gotti's ultr

it is an easy s fragrance one spray 12

hours plus performance it is a beast it

is probably the best value fragrance on

the Market Bar None

$10 all the way up to like I think

nowadays you get the 200 mil bottle for

$15 and even at that you know couple

extra bucks it is simply the best value

on the market this is an S TI fragrance

all night all day rain hail or shine

this is the this is the Nike fragrance

to recommend

all right may as well get this one out

of the way Nike Man red let's have a

look it'll be interesting to see how

this one smells alongside Nike man

Brown this is Nike Man red this is Nike

man

Brown I think Nike man Brown is a little

spicier and Nike Man red is is a little

sweeter but they're very similar

fragrances so it would be unfair to rank

this lower than a be um so we're going

to give it the exact same rating as we

gave Nike man Brown just by virtue of

the fact that it's basically identical

just a little sweeter versus the spicier

Nike man Brown let's go something a

little different now Nike man Ginger

tonic this is one of the new fragrances

I believe this is the newest Nike men's

fragrance at least that you can find

here in Australia

this one is super green super aromatic

you've got Ginger this bright vibrant

Ginger up top and also like a lemon rind

type of note as well it's got this like

Woody musky background note as well but

it's very subtle this is a very clean

fresh fresh spicy set up top I love how

realistic this is like this isn't my

exact type of fragrance but I love the

way that this just harnesses that Ginger

note it's an a tier fragrance although

there are quite a few of these Nike

scents that I would wear before this one

maybe I'll change you know in the future

but this is a beautiful scent for like

that $12 price point natural green

smelling performance isn't amazing we're

looking at 6 hours tops with three

sprays but for a fresh scent for

something this natural it does not smell

synthetic at all this is going to appeal

to a lot of people and I would say it's

a unisex scent as well so this gets an

easy a for me next up Nike man

Indigo let's give it a

crack atomizer is a little weaker on

this one

Nike man indigo is like this beautiful

fresh interpretation slightly fresher

inter interpretation of Hugo Boss

bottled and I think considering you're

only paying like $10 for this versus

like $70 for that scent this is such a

great alternative to that it's a little

fresher and again if you're somebody

that's making a transition from body

sprays to a fragrance this would be a

great transitionary sort of fragrance I

love the way this one smells it gets a

be tier for me but it could go up to a

tier performance for Nike man indigo is

really solid as well it's better than

boss bottled but not quite as powerful

as boss bottled

intense next up Nike man viral

blue more garbage

plastic from memory this

is very similar to yope H Absol

solute powdery vanilla

incense very unique it's almost got this

pencil shavings type of quality to it

like if you're like shaving pencils and

that you've got that fresh Uh Wood smell

I love the way this one smells

performance isn't incredible we're

looking at about 7 hours with three

sprays but it is a unique smelling

fragrance it's different to literally

everything else in the Nike lineup

between Nike man viral blue and ginger

tonic these are the most unique

fragrances in the lineup and for that

reason this one gets an a from me close

to an S but I'm going to give it the a I

love the way this one smells make this

one of the ones that you do check out if

you're after something a little

different and finally Nike man green

this one is a clone of the older style

of Pan's black XS a lot of paban clones

in the

here you're paying about $15 for 200 Ms

of the fragrance which is really good

value and this one smells like the old

formulation the old formula of black

XS strawberry pachuli super sweet it

reminds me of pretty much every

girlfriend that I had uh when I was in

high school it reminds me of my

obsession with the old school black EXs

fragrance

and how that was literally all I wore

for years I love the way this one smells

great times in my life it reminds me of

high school it reminds me of how much I

appreciate the old formula of black

excess this is going to share the S TI

with Nike man blue if you want something

different from Nike man blue but you

still want an amazing a really powerful

longlasting

fragrance then make Nike man green the

fragrance for you it's super cheap you

get that packan black excess Vibe and

this gets it such an easy recommendation

for me over the newer formulation of

pakra Ban's black excess that has a much

nicer bottle design though this is just

a Nike man green bottle but it's still a

great fragrance and it gets the EAS s so

let me know what your favorite

fragrances are in the Nike lineup let me

know in the comments below thank you for

being quiet it helps I taped his mouth

shut and until the next video my name is

aie Marcel thank you for sitting around

for 20 minutes for this one and until

the next video my name is aie Marcel and

I'll catch you guys around