The line, compared

Every Chanel No 5 L'Eau, compared

2 fragrances in Chanel’s Chanel No 5 L'Eau line, from 2016 to 2018. Ratings, lasting power and season come from wearers’ votes; accords show what each one adds to the original.

Most worn: Chanel No 5 L'Eau7,158 ratings
Highest rated: Chanel No 5 L'Eau4.12 of 5
Longest lasting: Chanel No 5 L'Eau4.4 of 10

The original

Chanel No 5 L'Eau

Launched: 2016
Concentration: Eau de Parfum
Rating: 4.12 · 7,158 ratings
Lasting power: 4.4 of 10
Best in: spring, summer
Most wearers say: feminine

Leads with citrus, aldehydic, fresh.

Chanel No 5 L'Eau Red Edition

Launched: 2018
Concentration: Eau de Toilette
Rating: 4.42 · 336 ratings
Lasting power: 5.1 of 10
Best in: spring, summer
Most wearers say: feminine

Keeps the original's citrus and aldehydic at its core.