These Candle Warmers Create a Cozy Feel Without the Flame

Even your most luxurious candles can burn out with wax remaining at the bottom, but candle warmers work differently to help use the entire jar. Most candle or wax warmers use a heat bulb (most often a halogen bulb) or warming plate to slowly heat the wax evenly, producing fragrance without the smoky smell. There are modern and vintage styles that double as table lamps, as well as hot plates and electric candle warmers that are more minimal. No matter your personal style, we've rounded up the best candle warmers — including top picks with built-in timers, adjustable heights and designs fit for large candles.

When curating this list of well-rated candle and wax warmers, we kept a few things in mind: style, function, features and affordability. There are a number of benefits involved with candle warmers, most notably: they may help candles last longer and there's no open flame, so they won't release combustion products into your home. You'll find compact and affordable designs such as a plug-in wax warmer and a ceramic electric warmer. Plus, there are stylish warmer lamps like one from Cozyberry that accommodates the best candles on Amazon (including Yankee Candle's large jar). We even sprinkled in a few that double as coffee warmers.

Whether you're set on a specific budget or aesthetic, you're sure to find a warmer for your best scented candles. Before you settle on a favorite, remember to check the size as not all styles fit all candles (and some do best with wax melts).