See Prices

More

We may earn a commission when you buy from links on our site, including the eBay Partner Network and Amazon.

Absolute Sport La Rive 2023

7.5 / 10 280 Ratings

A perfume by La Rive for men, released in 2023. The scent is fresh-citrusy. It is still in production.
Compare

More

We may earn a commission when you buy from links on our site, including the eBay Partner Network and Amazon.

Main accords

Fresh

Citrus

Aquatic

Sweet

Creamy

Fragrance Pyramid

Top Notes

Aldehydes

Marine notes Orange

Orange

Mandarin orange

Heart Notes

Cedarwood

Pepper

Neroli

Base Notes

Amber

Tonka bean

White musk

Elemi resin Vetiver

Vetiver

Vanilla

Ratings

Scent

7.5280 Ratings

Longevity

4.8266 Ratings

Sillage

5.0268 Ratings

Bottle

5.3270 Ratings

Value for money

8.2268 Ratings

Submitted by ThoBisch, last update on 10/29/2025.

Smells similar

What the fragrance is similar to

Allure Homme Sport Eau de Toilette

Missoni Wave

Metallio

Homme Sport

Allure Homme Sport Eau Extrême

Versace pour Homme Eau de Toilette

Reviews

16 in-depth fragrance descriptions

04/24/2023

7.5Scent 5Longevity 5Sillage

Hackfleisch
3 Reviews

Translated · Show original

Hackfleisch

Helpful Review 2

A Subdued Twin?

Well, it's not a bad scent in itself. However, those who know or own the original will quickly realize that Allure Homme Sport is a different "ball game." La Rive is moving quite in the direction of the aforementioned fragrance. Personally, I don't perceive the cedarwood in this one. It is a nicely citrus-fresh and fruity scent that is definitely suitable for everyday wear and one that you certainly don't have to be ashamed of.
However, the longevity leaves much to be desired, as is the case with many other La Rive products, but this doesn't detract from the overall experience given the price. The price-performance ratio is perfectly fine here. Well, regarding the bottle, I don't think I need to write much. On one hand, it immediately signals whose twin brother it is supposed to be, and on the other hand, it's not really creative.
I actually think it's best suited for sporting activities, given the price. However, I would advise against spraying it over the original, as the scents develop quite differently - at least for me. All in all: You can buy it if you like such fragrances.

12/28/2023

8Scent 4Longevity 7Sillage

Catchmynose
67 Reviews

Translated · Show original

Catchmynose

Very helpful Review 8

Until the index finger gives out...

Once again, a fragrance from La Rive! So far, I have hardly been disappointed by this brand, which is mostly found on the shelves of drugstores. And here too, the price/performance ratio hits hard again.
My general opinion: Anyone who expects an original Chanel fragrance for just about €8/100ml really belongs in an "institution"!
But it goes without saying that I should mention I had muscle soreness in my left index finger... why?
Well... the usual 4-5 sprays I apply were hardly enough during the first wear to perceive this cheapie even in the medium term. Therefore, I decided on the second attempt to press the spray head until I felt a tingling numbness in my index finger. And lo and behold: There it is! I needed barely 20 sprays to create a truly lovely aura around me. In the festively decorated office, compliments started pouring in immediately! "What, at this price?" exclaimed a colleague while nibbling on a piece of Christmas stollen.
About the scent: The opening is, of course, citrusy fresh... almost as I know it from the "original." Sure, it smells a bit sharp and synthetic... but so do other - significantly more expensive - fragrances; therefore, this is not a disqualifying factor for me. After about an hour (yes... it was still there), I noticed a distinctly greener note. Slightly earthy... and I fancy I detected a hint of vetiver. Later, this impression rounded off positively with a pleasant glide into a sweet powderiness. It had now been about 6 hours since my fragrance shower, and I still felt clean and refreshed.
Conclusion: A solid cheapie freshie for people with strong finger muscles.

12/12/2024

9Scent 4Longevity 6Sillage

DanHack
13 Reviews

Translated · Show original

DanHack

Very helpful Review 5

PERFECT FOR ITS 5€

Hello! I love perfumes, especially those that offer good value for money. Nowadays, high-quality niche perfumes cost a fortune, which is why I focused out of curiosity on the lowest price sector. One might think it's impossible to find something good at this price, but there are exceptions. For example, the brand Cuba has the legendary Cuba Gold, which was released even before JPG Le Male and is considered its inspiration, or Caline Powerful Black. These scents are really not bad, but if you spend just 10€ more, you get significantly better options from brands like Lattafa - ideal for everyday use.

But when we talk about a price of a maximum of 5€, La Rive Absolute Sport is the clear winner. I bought my bottle for 4.50€ at Rossmann - that’s 45€ per liter! That sounds almost like the price of water, but the quality surprised me. The scent is fresh and resembles its original (Chanel Allure Homme Sport) by 85-90%, which is impressive in this price range. Of course, it’s not as high-quality as the original, but it serves its purpose perfectly.

And that purpose is sports. For gym training, a run, or a volleyball game, Absolute Sport is ideal. It has a weak projection and barely noticeable sillage, so it doesn’t disturb anyone. The longevity is about 1.5-2.5 hours - exactly the duration of an average workout. After training, you can easily shower and apply another, more sophisticated perfume for the evening without having to worry about the sports scent "coming through".

Another advantage is the price. Even if the bottle gets stolen or broken in the locker room, it’s not a big loss - it costs less than a kebab! That’s exactly why Absolute Sport is unbeatable in its category. Even if there are competitors that may smell better, this fragrance convinces with the perfect ratio of price, quality, and practicality for sporting purposes.

If you are looking for an inexpensive, practical option for training, La Rive Absolute Sport is the best choice in its category. I hope my review has helped you in your decision. Happy shopping!

03/09/2024

8.5Scent 6Longevity 7Sillage

TheDupeKing
104 Reviews

Translated · Show original

TheDupeKing

5

The Gym King

My name may be Dupeking, but La Rive is not exactly what I’m after. However, today let’s focus on the only La Rive I’ve actually taken with me, and why. I’m a fan of the original and also of Missoni Wave, which goes in a similar direction. And since I’m too “pussy” to treat my perfumes like they’re liquid gold, I could never just throw them in my backpack and head to the gym. That’s where these “cheap dupes” come in. Now, about the scent, which comes in a terrible bottle that makes you feel like you just picked it up at a Polish market. It starts off alcoholic like many “cheap dupes,” but quickly becomes citrusy and aquatic. One must give La Rive credit; they really nail the scents in the top notes. It smells super fresh with orange, mandarin, and a touch of blood orange and grapefruit. A battle of notes? Not at all. But the scent overall is great, there’s no other way to say it. Unfortunately, the surprisingly nice top note fades super quickly. However, the scent remains lovely: fruity, bitter, sour, fresh. Of course, it’s not designer quality, but it has a great DNA. But you can already tell that this isn’t the best quality. I can hardly think of a scent that moves so quickly from phase one straight to phase three. There was practically no middle phase, which is quite an achievement :D. Other dupe manufacturers definitely do this better. Nevertheless, the remaining scent is still pleasant and tasty. The criticized longevity is definitely a downside. So spraying it on in the morning and getting through the day isn’t going to happen. It’s not as ridiculously bad as some say, but it’s not great either. But for a fiver, you can easily take the Polish market bottle with you. It’s a great scent to take to the gym. Or to spray on before going shopping, or for quick errands. That’s its niche; it excels there. And that’s exactly why I got it. I also like to use it as a room spray. You can pack it, it’s not too precious, and it lasts a good two to three hours and delivers. And for the price, that’s top! I wouldn’t just wear it casually or recommend it like that; there are better alternatives for that. But for athletes, it’s a clear recommendation. And even though it’s a cheapie with its weaknesses, it earns an 8.5 here without any nonsense.
My number one for pumping!

12/29/2023

8Scent 7Longevity 7Sillage

Hujo77
32 Reviews

Translated · Show original

Hujo77

Helpful Review 4

super cheapie !!!

Absolute Sport is a very good alternative to Allure Homme Sport, it smells almost identical and for the price, it's simply top-notch.

The longevity is more subtle like the original, but it lasts 5-6 hours, so I don't understand the other reviews where some say it’s over after 30 minutes.
Anyone who criticizes the performance here would have to be sinking into the ground with Chanel if you consider the price difference.

All in all, a top fragrance at a small price.

More reviews

Statements

78 short views on the fragrance

Topfpflanze3

2 years ago

5.5Scent 4Longevity 4Sillage

3

Allure Homme Sport with less longevity and a bit more spice - that's it. Decent for the price

SonarID

1 year ago

4.5Scent 8Longevity 8Sillage

12

23

An initial freshness
Bitter-maritime wood
The whale doesn't care at all
Synthetic, expensive but not worth it

Translated · Show original

Rogaux

6 months ago

7.5Scent 3Longevity 4Sillage

10

19

Yesterday
I got caught with a "stinky shirt"
(freshly washed, but old)
In the afternoon at work, this
high-quality, fresh cheapie saves the day.

Translated · Show original

Parma

2 months ago

6.5Scent 5Longevity 4Sillage

7

6

Resembles Allure Homme Sport. Initially feels very cheap and synthetic (like many fresh Zara men's fragrances), but later gets much closer to the original.

Translated · Show original