Frequently Asked Questions

What are perfume decants?

Perfume decants are small fills taken from an authentic bottle and transferred into sample atomizers (1-10 mL). They're a cheap way to try fragrances before buying a full bottle. Compare the cheapest price per mL across trusted merchants on our homepage.

Fragrance samples vs full sizes — what's the difference?

Samples are small volumes (typically under 30 mL) packaged in vials or travel sprays. They let you try a fragrance at low cost without committing. Full sizes are standard retail bottles (30 mL, 50 mL, 100 mL, etc.) sold with full packaging. If you’re exploring or comparing scents, samples are best; if you already love a fragrance, full sizes offer the best long-term value.

How can I find cheap perfume samples or “under $X”?

Use the price-per-mL filter on the homepage or jump to popular thresholds:

Cheap perfume samples by brand

Tip: you can also search by note (e.g., “oud”, “vanilla”) or by perfume name.

Where do these prices come from?

We collect product and pricing information directly from a number of trusted fragrance retailers. Prices are updated regularly to reflect current offers.

How often is this site updated?

Our data pipeline runs several times a day. Stock status may change faster than we can update, so always confirm at the retailer's checkout page.

Why doesn't a certain fragrance appear on your site?

There are a few reasons:

If you think a fragrance should be included, feel free to contact us.

Are all the retailers official?

We only list reputable decant and retail sites that are widely used in the fragrance community. Still, PerfumeSamplePrices does not sell anything directly — authenticity, shipping, and returns are the responsibility of the retailer.

Why are some merchants missing?

Some retailers don't have public APIs or block automated retrieval. Others may not have affiliate programs that allow us to list their products. We focus on retailers where we can reliably get accurate, up-to-date data.

Do you include shipping and taxes?

No. Prices shown are product prices only. Shipping fees and taxes vary by destination and retailer, so always check final costs before purchase.

Can you add more filters or sorting?

Our focus is on keeping the site fast, simple, and easy to read. We may add new filters in the future, but we prioritize showing the most relevant and up-to-date prices first.

Why shouldn't I just buy the cheapest option?

The lowest price isn't always the best choice. Consider retailer reputation, decant size accuracy, shipping speed, and return policies in addition to price. Sometimes paying slightly more ensures peace of mind and service quality.

Do you earn commissions from these links?

Some of our links are affiliate links. This means we may earn a commission if you make a purchase after clicking, at no extra cost to you. See our Affiliate Disclosure for details.

Who runs this site?

PerfumeSamplePrices is operated independently to help fragrance enthusiasts make smarter buying decisions. Learn more on our About page.

How can I reach you?

Please use our contact page for support or suggestions.