Comparison

ScentAdvice vs Fragplace

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ScentAdvice

Explore a vast database of perfumes from designer and niche brands, featuring detailed information on notes, perfumers, and release years. Find discount codes, read over 1600 user reviews, and discover curated recommendation lists and articles.

Highlights
  • Extensive fragrance database
  • Detailed perfume information
  • Discount coupon codes & deals
  • Over 1600 user reviews
  • Recommendation lists & articles
  • Fragrance dictionary & ingredients
Features
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Discover the latest and upcoming fragrance releases here first! ScentAdvice has an extensive fragrance database with perfumes listed from designer and niche brands. Learn all about a fragrance (notes, perfumer, release year and more). You can find many discount coupon codes & the best deals! Enjoy reading over 1600 reviews written by ScentAdvice (a.k.a. @BrainFragrances) and share your own opinions in the comments. There's a page with recommendation lists, articles, perfume related books, a fragrance dictionary, ingredients and more!

About

Fragplace

Explore, track, and connect with a global community of fragrance enthusiasts. Discover new scents, build your personal perfume collection, and stay updated on the latest trends in a beautifully visual and intuitive interface.

Highlights
  • Discover new fragrances
  • Personal fragrance journal
  • Global fragrance community
  • Advanced search and filters
  • Visualize fragrance collection
  • Stay updated on trends
Features
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Fraplace – Explore, Collect & Fall in Love with Fragrances Welcome to Fraplace, the ultimate app for perfume lovers and fragrance enthusiasts. Whether you're just starting your scent journey or you're a seasoned collector, Fraplace is your personal fragrance universe — designed to help you discover, track, and connect through the power of fragrances. Inspired by the passion of fragrance communities like Fragrantica, Fraplace offers a fresh, mobile-first experience with powerful tools and an intuitive design built for modern scent lovers. ◉ Discover Fragrances You'll Love Explore a vast world of fragrances from iconic designer brands to rare niche perfumes. Search by name, house, notes, season, or mood to find your next signature scent. Whether it’s woody, floral, spicy, or fresh – Fraplace helps you uncover the best fragrances for every moment. ◉ Create Your Personal Fragrance Journal Build your scent profile and keep track of your perfume collection. Mark which fragrances you own, love, want, or have sampled. Organize by notes, longevity, sillage, and more — like having your own digital perfume cabinet. ◉ Join a Global Fragrance Community Share your thoughts, write reviews, and connect with fellow scent lovers. Fraplace is the perfect place to express your passion for fragrances, discover new trends, and chat with others who share your obsession. ◉ Powerful Search & Filters Looking for a fragrance with bergamot, vanilla, or oud? Use Fraplace’s advanced search tools to narrow down fragrances by notes, brand, gender, occasion, and more. It’s easy to find what you’re looking for, whether it’s a fresh summer splash or a bold winter scent. ◉ Visualize Your Fragrance Collection Upload photos, organize your bottles, and showcase your perfume shelf. Fraplace brings your fragrances to life with a beautifully visual and interactive interface. ◉ Stay in the Know Get updates on trending fragrances, new releases, and curated scent lists. Whether you're chasing cult classics or exploring the latest launches, Fraplace keeps you in the loop — similar to platforms like Fragrantica, but in a sleeker and more modern experience. Why Fraplace? • Massive library of perfumes and fragrances • Clean, intuitive interface • Community-driven content and reviews • Built-in wishlist and collection tracking • Designed for both newcomers and fragrance experts • Inspired by the love for fragrances found in communities like Fragrantica Whether you're into fresh citrus bursts, deep smoky ouds, or anything in between, Fraplace helps you dive deeper into the world of fragrances. Discover your next favorite scent, connect with others, and take your passion to the next level. If you’ve ever used Fragrantica, you’ll feel right at home — but with a modern twist built for the future of fragrance discovery. Download Fraplace today and turn your fragrance obsession into a beautifully curated journey. Your scent story starts here.

Screenshots

ScentAdvice4 screens
Fragplace4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is review sentiment: ScentAdvice at 100% against Fragplace's 33%. ScentAdvice also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.1) and ads (none vs shown). Fragplace's advantage is update cadence (every 3 weeks vs every 6 months) and ratings volume (15 vs 1). On price, in-app purchases, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

ScentAdvice holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Fragplace has 15 ratings behind it against 1, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 100% of ScentAdvice's written reviews are positive against 33% of Fragplace's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ScentAdvice ships an update every 6 months, Fragplace every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on June 1, 2026 and September 10, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
ScentAdvice versus Fragplace: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterScentAdviceFragplace
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better4.1 (15 ratings)
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews — better33.3% of reviews
Number of ratings115 — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 monthsEvery 3 weeks — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPod
Requires iOS12.0 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size9 MB59 MB
Age rating12+4+
DeveloperBrian BakkerHernas OÜ

Customer experience

ScentAdvice

All ratings1 ratings
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%
Written reviews1 reviews
Positive100.0%
Neutral0.0%
Negative0.0%

Fragplace

All ratings15 ratings
Positive66.7%
Neutral13.3%
Negative20.0%
Written reviews9 reviews
Positive33.3%
Neutral33.3%
Negative33.3%

In-app purchases

None

ScentAdvice

No in-app purchases

None

Fragplace

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is ScentAdvice free?
ScentAdvice is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is Fragplace free?
Fragplace is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, ScentAdvice or Fragplace?
ScentAdvice is rated higher. ScentAdvice averages 5.0 out of 5 from 1 ratings, while Fragplace averages 4.1 from 15 ratings.
Do ScentAdvice or Fragplace have ads?
Fragplace shows ads; ScentAdvice does not.
Which is updated more often, ScentAdvice or Fragplace?
ScentAdvice ships an update every 6 months, and Fragplace every 3 weeks. Most recently, ScentAdvice was updated on June 1, 2026 and Fragplace on September 10, 2026.

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