What is the best dupe for Hero?
The most-cited dupe for Hero is Lionheart by Dua Fragrances. It is not community-scored yet, so we do not list an accuracy or longevity number for it — treat it as an untested budget take rather than a verified match.
Best Hero Dupes
Curated by the Scent File EditorThe one match we list is Dua Fragrances Lionheart, from $35. Nobody has scored it for us yet, so we show no numbers.
1 match so farListed, not scoredNo brand dealsChecked May 2026
You keep$135up to 79%
Not scored yetNo owner reports for accuracy or longevity.
Why we list this match
Every pairing shows where it comes from and how far we trust it.
- 1Listed, not scoredA source names the pairing. We show no number.
- 2ProvisionalScored, but with no source you can open and check.
- 3Community-scoredScored from owner reports, with a source you can open.
DUA explicitly markets Lionheart as inspired by Burberry Hero. Bergamot opening with black pepper bite, three-cedar base (Atlas, Virginian, Himalayan) that tracks the parent's cedar-trio architecture closely. Designer-handcrafted in Los Angeles.
- Source
- The seller's own claim
- See it yourself
- theduabrand.com
- Evidence
- No owner reports we can link yet
- Last checked
- May 2026
What is missing: any report of how close it smells or how long it lasts. We would rather show no score than invent one.
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Hero has one match so far. These are the closest scents by shared notes that have several.
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What it smells like
The Scent File profile
Opens with a bright, citrusy bergamot cut by sharp juniper berries and a clean black pepper bite — energetic without being aggressive. The heart settles into cool cedar with a faint birch smokiness underneath, giving it a quiet, woody backbone. Projection is moderate; it stays close to skin by the dry-down, leaving a clean, slightly resinous trail with good sillage for the first few hours. Polished but understated — ideal for office wear or casual outings across spring and summer for someone who wants a reliable, crowd-safe woody fresh.
Is the original worth it?
Is Burberry Hero worth $170?
The closest match we list, Dua Fragrances Lionheart, isn't community-scored yet — so we can't put a number on how close it gets. The original stays the reference here; if you'd rather try the budget take first, Dua Fragrances Lionheart runs $35–$65.
Save ~$135 with the dupeOriginal $170
The top dupe of Burberry's Hero is Lionheart by Dua Fragrances. It isn't community-scored yet — more on the way as community evidence accumulates. At $35, it's a budget alternative to the $170 original — saving roughly $135 per bottle. It's the only dupe of Hero we list so far, with more on the way as community evidence accumulates.
Frequently Asked
What does Hero smell like?
Hero by Burberry is a fresh/woody scent built on bergamot, juniper berries, black pepper, cedar, birch. Those notes define its character — browse any of them above to find fragrances that share the same profile.
What perfume is similar to Hero?
The closest scents to Hero by shared notes are Issey Miyake Nuit d'Issey, Versace Man Eau Fraiche, Versace Versense. See the full "similar fragrances" list below — each is ranked by how many notes it shares with Hero.
How are Hero dupes scored?
Dupes are rated on two independent dimensions: scent accuracy (how closely it matches the original) and longevity (how long it lasts on skin). Scores come from owner reports on Reddit r/fragrance, r/fragranceclones and Fragrantica, and each is marked community-scored, provisional or not scored. They are never averaged into a single number — accuracy and longevity are separate decisions.
Are the dupe recommendations for Hero sponsored?
No. The Scent File takes no brand deals, no sponsorships, and no paid rankings. Rankings follow the scores only. We do earn affiliate commission when you purchase through our links at no extra cost to you — but this never influences which dupes appear or how they are scored.
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