You'll Have the Best Smelling House on the Block with These Essential Oil Diffusers

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I have a confession to make: for years I was skeptical of essential oils. I thought that the only thing an essential oil for anxiety would accomplish would be making my anxiety smell a little nicer. But then I got a lavender essential oil for sleep and I haven’t been able to stop since. One thing I’ve learned on my essential oils journey is that you need a good essential oil diffuser to get the most out of your oils, and now I’m gonna share everything I’ve learned about the best essential oil diffusers of 2023.

Essential oil or aromatherapy diffusers are lovely additions to just about any space—and make a ton of sense in say, an office, bedroom, bathroom, or yoga studio—because they give all the joy of a candle, without the risk of burning down the house. They also come in many different shapes and sizes. Some are plastic, some ceramic; some double as humidifiers or nightlights, etc. To sort through all the options, I read countless reviews, product descriptions, and heard from colleagues to make sure to give you the very best info out there. I also made sure to have some functional and aesthetically pleasing options for those who want to keep their diffusers out 24/7, but don’t want it to clash with their style.

Scroll through to find the best diffuser for you, and prepare to click "Add to Cart" immediately (but don’t blame me when you suddenly have a whole drawer dedicated solely to your new oils). A sweeter smelling world awaits!

Stone Diffuser

Vitruvi is a known leader in the diffuser game—and I can say from experience that they know what they're doing. This adorable stone option looks like a piece of art, and tbh, I wouldn't blame you if you thought it was a cute lil flower vase. But beyond ~aesthetics~ you can trust this baby to fill your home with lovely scents and not conk out on you after just a week or two of usr. It is good—nay, great—quality, my friends. Trust.

• Mist modes: 2

• Timer settings: 4-hour continuous mist, 8-hour intermittent mist

• Max mist time: 8 hours

• Light options: Optional LED light

• Max room coverage: 500 square feet

• Dimensions: 3.5" x 7"

THE REVIEW: "I'm in love with the Vitruvi Stone Diffuser," one reviewer writes. "The ceramic exterior is beautifully designed and fits seamlessly into my home decor. And the ultrasonic technology makes it so easy to use—just fill it up with water, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil, and turn it on. The diffuser releases a gentle mist of fragrance that fills the room without overwhelming it."

Car Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser with Vent Clip

Yes, you can get electric essential oil diffusers for your car, but you run the risk of a malfunction or spill mid-commute, and that can get scary real quick. This little vent clip set takes out all those risk factors thanks to the two stainless steel clips and 12 felt pads included. Simply infuse the felt pad with the essential oil of your choice, slip the pad into the vent clip, attach it to the vent in your car, turn on the air (hot or cold) and enjoy! (Pro tip: one reviewer suggests keeping a bottle of essential oil in your car so you can refresh whenever you want.)

• Mist modes: Depends on your car fan speeds

• Timer settings: N/A

• Max mist time: N/A

• Light options: None

• Max room coverage: Not specified

• Dimensions: ~ 1"

THE REVIEW: "These essential oil air fresheners for the car are beautiful," writes a tester. "Never wanted to use the standard car air fresheners because of all the chemicals, now I have a beautiful, well made product that I can feel good about."

Premium Essential Oil Diffuser

I'm channeling my inner Liz Lemon as I exclaim: You can have it all...at least when it comes to diffusers! This small-but-mighty machine is everything you could ever dream of when buying an essential oil diffuser. That's because it's packed with features designed to make your home look, smell, and feel great—all of which you can control with the included remote. At just the click of a button, you can customize the color scheme, scent diffusion, mist strength, machine timer, and more.

• Mist modes: 2

• Timer settings: 60, 120, 180 minutes

• Max mist time: 10 hours on high, 18 hours on low

• Light options: 7 LED colors

• Max room coverage: 300 square feet

• Dimensions: 6.6" x 6.6" x 4.76"

THE REVIEW: "I struggle with anxiety and I'm trying to look for natural ways to help me relax and so far I'm loving this product. I love the color changing features," one tester writes. "It's perfect for big or small rooms."

Smart Home Fragrance Device Starter Pack

So, I'm lowkey obsessed with Pura. Like, I gifted one to everyone in my family last year obsessed. The concept is truly brilliant: It's a diffuser that can be completely controlled using an app on your phone. Simply pop in two of the oils, and the app will let you pick which scent you want to diffuse, how strong you want the scent to be, and when you want it to begin—and stop—diffusing, all from your phone.

Because you're in control, you don't have to keep the oil diffusing all day long for your room to be fresh when you get home. That means you save soooo much oil, which is a precious, precious commodity if ya ask me. (P.S. The starter packs come with two free scents!)

• Mist modes: Unspecified, but controlled via the Pura app

• Timer settings: Create a schedule on the app

• Max mist time: Oil refills last up to 120 hours

• Light options: LED light

• Max room coverage: Not specified

• Dimensions: 3.7" x 3.7" x 1.67"

THE REVIEW: "Simple and easy to use. I have programmed my house to greet me with amazing smells as I come home from work and when I wake up in the morning," says one reviewer. "I like that I don't feel like I am wasting product for the time that I am not home, but don't have to remember to turn it on... It just automatically smells amazing with no effort!"

PureGlow 2-in-1 Himalayan Salt Lamp & Ultrasonic Essential Oil Diffuser

If there's one thing in this world I will never get sick of, it's a good twofer. Which is why I simply *had* to add this diffuser to the list. Not only does it diffuse your most ~essential~ essential oils, but it also doubles as a salt lamp, made of 100-percent Himalayan pink salt rock.

You can use the two functions together or separately—the diffuser helps humidify and deodorize any room, and the salt lamp is said to help ionize the air when it's heated up. I'm not saying you have to put this wherever you do yoga or meditate, but I mean...you probably should.

• Mist modes: 1

• Timer settings: None

• Max mist time: 10 hours

• Light options: 5 adjustable light levels

• Max room coverage: 160 square feet

• Dimensions: 8" x 7.5"

THE REVIEW: "Love this salt lamp," writes a tester. "The large piece of salt gives off a soothing glow and together with the aromatic diffuser gives a spa-like feel."

Waterless Portable Essential Oil Diffuser

Take sweet scents with you wherever you go with this waterless portable essential oil diffuser. This diffuser is cordless, rechargeable and requires no additional liquid—just the essential oil of your choice—so you can use it in your car, easily move it room to room, or pack it with you for a trip.

• Mist modes: 3

• Timer settings: 2 intermittent spray settings

• Max mist time: device will auto-shutoff after 3 hours, battery max is 60 hours

• Light options: 9 LED light colors

• Max room coverage: 320 square feet

• Dimensions: 2.75" x 2.75" x 4.7"

THE REVIEW: "This isn't my first diffuser, but it's the best one I've tried so far. I love the fact that it's simple to use, beautiful, and requires no water," says one reviewer. "The changeable LED lights and the included USB cable are nice bonuses."

Aromatherapy Diffuser & Essential Oil Set

This bad boy has a four-and-a-half star rating and more than 51,800 reviews, so you can confidently say it is tried and true. And at just under $40 for the machine and 10 essential oils (including fragrances like lavender, spearmint, lemongrass, jasmine, and more), you might as well try it for yourself.

It's also got plenty of cool features, like the ability to change color and light combinations, plenty of timer settings, and an auto shutoff feature in case you fall asleep because you're just so damn soothed.

• Mist modes: 2

• Timer settings: 4

• Max mist time: Not specified, at least 6 hours

• Light options: 15

• Max room coverage: Not specified

• Dimensions: 3.94" x 3.94" x 3.94"

THE REVIEW: "Very satisfied with this product. It works well, cleans up quickly, and I hardly notice the sound," writes one tester. "I'm using it in a 300 sq ft room and it evenly fills the space without being overpowering."

Wellbeing Pod Essential Oil Diffuser Bundle

This pick may be a lil more $$$ than some of the others on this list, but I promise you it's well worth it. NEOM is a luxury organic fragrance company based in London (you gotta try their candles, too), and every item I've tried from them has been high-qual as hell.

This bundle includes their ceramic, pod-shaped diffuser, as well as one of their most popular essential oils: the Happiness blend, which has notes of neroli, mimosa, and lemon. Buy one for your favorite friend to win the title of "gift giver of the year," or keep it for yourself as the ultimate essential oils starter pack.

• Mist modes: 1

• Timer settings: 4

• Max mist time: 6 hours

• Light options: 1

• Max room coverage: Not specified

• Dimensions: 3.62" x 3.62" x 5.63"

THE REVIEW: "I know it was expensive when you can buy one for much much MUCH less, BUT it is lovely and seems elegant. The brand scents are superior too," one tester says. "Lovely gift item."

Move Cordless Diffuser for Essential Oils

Yes, another Vitruvi pick, and you better believe it's just as fab as the first one. Say adios to ugly, tangled cords with this diffuser, which is...drumroll please...completely! portable! It's got a rechargeable battery that can keep it running full-speed ahead for either a consistent four-hour cycle or an intermittent eight-hour cycle, and it's super easy to charge (just pop it on the included base).

This sleek lil cutie is perfect for those with big homes, or those who have lots of different spaces where they want to enjoy aromatherapy (like an office, gym, etc.). So long as it's charged, you just grab and go!

• Mist modes: 1

• Timer settings: 2

• Max mist time: 8 hours

• Light options: 1

• Max room coverage: 500 square feet

• Dimensions: 2.9" x 7.5"

THE REVIEW: "I love this thing," writes one tester. "It's so cute, really puts off scent throughout my apartment. The light is so cute on it. Love that you can move it around your home without it being attached to the cord."

Essential Oil Diffuser

I mean...it's hard to deny this guy is pretty darn cute. And that it looks way more expensive than it is. If you're looking for a diffuser that blends in with your home decor (and even adds a certain ~je ne sais quoi~), you should probably purchase immediately.

Not only do the white, scalloped cover and light-wood base go with pretty much every aesthetic, but everything about this pick is subtle—from the soft lighting options to the gentle mist.

• Mist modes: 2

• Timer settings: 4

• Max mist time: 10 hours of continuous mist, 20 hours in intermittent mode

• Light options: 3

• Max room coverage: 250 square feet

• Dimensions: 5.5" x 5.5" x 5"

THE REVIEW: "The ceramic top is beautiful and very easy to slip on and off. The timer settings are easy and straightforward," writes one reviewer. "I've used several different brands and scents and they all work great."

Essential Oil Diffuser

One thing that any diffuser owner will tell you is that it's incredibly important that the model is whisper quiet. It kinda sorta ruins the whole ~peaceful~vibe when your diffuser is gurgling and sputtering like a nasty cough while you're trying to relax, ya feel?

If you're looking for a guaranteed-quiet option, check out this pick from Wanlola. The diffuser uses upgraded ultrasonic technology, and a special structure within the humidifier makes sure noise is kept to an absolute minimum, so it won't disturb you while you work, sleep, read, or meditate.

• Mist modes: 2

• Timer settings: 4

• Max mist time: 6 hours

• Light options: 2

• Max room coverage: 540 square feet

• Dimensions: 3.5" x 3.5" x 7"

THE REVIEW: "Tiny but powerful! I love how small it is so it doesn't take up that much counter space," says one tester. "It works very well, the essential oils I put in make the whole room smell amazing."

Essential Oil Diffuser

Sometimes you don't want to do a ton of research, and just want to know you're getting something that will work like it's supposed to and won't break your budget. That's where this model from BULLEOO comes in.

This diffuser is trusty—it's made of high-quality materials and has plenty of positive reviews—and falls near the bottom of the price range when you're looking at similar options. People like it, and we think you will too. Especially for under $30.

• Mist modes: 1

• Timer settings: 5, including continuous

• Max mist time: 3 hours

• Light options: 10 LED lights

• Max room coverage: 49 square feet

• Dimensions: 3.5" x 3.5" x 7"

THE REVIEW: "This is my second time purchasing this item. It's a beautiful essential oil diffuser... It's smaller in size and fits perfectly on my nightstand," says one reviewer. "Please try this one. You will not regret it."

Artificial Succulent Potted Oil Diffuser

Ha, tricked you! Bet you thought this was a cute lil succulent garden, didn't ya? It's actually a diffuser, housed in a very real-looking faux plant, and you definitely need it for your bookshelf (or desk, or nightstand, or literally anywhere else).

Set it to run continuously for six to eight hours or intermittently for 10 to 15 hours, and you'll have a fresh-smelling sanctuary in no time. There's also a potted lavender option if you'd rather a purple pick over the succulents!

• Mist modes: 1

• Timer settings: None

• Max mist time: 6 hours of continuous mist, 8-10 on intermittent

• Light options: 7

• Max room coverage: Not specified

• Dimensions: 5.2" x 5.2" x 10.83"

THE REVIEW: "I love this diffuser! We've had several over the years and this puts out a higher capacity of vapor (for its reservoir size) than most others. The light is also beautiful, but subtle," one tester writes. "It's a fun way to decorate and diffuse all in one!"

Levoair Glass Essential Oil Diffuser

If you've got princess taste but a pauper budget, this pick is for you. If it weren't for the itty-bitty button on the side (which controls both the timer and color), I'd assume this was a nifty trinket stolen from a palace—perhaps to hide fine jewelry or house delectable little treats. (I'm getting too carried away here, aren't I?)

Regardless, this thing is chic, and looks hella expensive despite the $65 price tag. It's also whisper-quiet, easy to operate, and uses ultrasonic technology. I'll take two, s'il vous plait!

• Mist modes: 1

• Timer settings: 4

• Max mist time: 10 hours

• Light options: 7

• Max room coverage: 600 square feet

• Dimensions: 5.63" x 5.63" x 5.07"

THE REVIEW: "I'm never buying another diffuser again. I've had a few in my life," one tester says. "This one's definitely my favorite one and is best for reducing toxic loads in the house due to the reduction of plastic use. I love that it's all glass and wood."

Essential Oil Diffuser with Bluetooth Speaker Alarm Clock

Wake up on the right side of the bed with this essential oil diffuser-alarm clock combo. This device pairs with your phone through Bluetooth, so you can play music on it, set an alarm, and control your aromatherapy sessions, all without leaving your bed. Plus, it's compact enough not to take over your nightstand.

• Mist modes: 1

• Timer settings: 4

• Max mist time: 15 hours

• Light options: 8

• Max room coverage: Not specified

• Dimensions: 5.63" x 5.63" x 5.07"

THE REVIEW: "Awaken gently to a soothing alarm that seamlessly activates the diffuser, setting a refreshing tone for the day," writes a reviewer. "The minimalist design of the speaker effortlessly blends into any room style, adding a touch of sophistication."

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