FragranceX review

FragranceX is the best discount site for designer perfume because it pairs outlet pricing with a return policy that accepts opened bottles. FragranceX says it was founded in 2001, has shipped over 20 million orders and stocks over 10,000 brand name authentic fragrances, including discontinued scents. Its return policy accepts orders up to 30 days after the ship date for a full refund minus shipping and gift wrap, and it states that customers must open items before deciding, so an item not used in excess still gets a full refund. Testers are sold for less and are described as full, authentic bottles meant for store counters, often in a plain white box and sometimes without a cap. FragranceX says it buys direct from manufacturers and industry veterans and runs a multi step quality check. The return label fee comes out of the refund, and the window starts when the order ships. Prices showed in local currency from our location, so the USD check is pending.

Who it is for

bargain hunters buying designer bottles

Price

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Key features

• Over 10,000 brand name authentic fragrances in stock
• Returns accepted up to 30 days after the ship date for a full refund minus shipping and gift wrap
• Opened items get a full refund as long as they are not used in excess
• Testers sold at a further discount, often in a plain white box
• Ships to over 220 countries

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Allows returns of opened perfume, which most discount sites refuse
• Strength: Orders ship the same day they are placed, according to FragranceX
• Strength: Carries hard to find and discontinued perfumes
• Weakness: A label fee is deducted from the refund when FragranceX provides the return label
• Weakness: The 30-day return window starts at the ship date, not delivery
• Weakness: Testers may arrive without a cap or a box

Key facts

• Founded: 2001
• Catalog: Over 10,000 brand name fragrances
• Returns: 30 days from ship date
• Opened items: Full refund if not used in excess
• Ships to: Over 220 countries

Where it ranks

FragranceX is No. 3 in our Best Places to Buy Perfume Online verdict.