13 best electric diffusers for a spa experience at home, tried and tested

Textured Ceramic Electronic Diffuser

Specifications:

• Dimensions: L16cm x H11cm.
• Maximum mist time: 16 hours.
• Water capacity: 300ml.
• Cordless? No.
• Tested by: Georgia Trodd, Senior Commerce Writer.

If you're a fan of minimalistic interiors and want something that'll blend seamlessly with your contemporary home, this is it. A gorgeous choice for bedrooms, it boasts a lovely herringbone design and a white base. It's functional, too: it has three timer settings so you can choose how long the diffuser releases scent (two hours, eight or sixteen hours). Plus, the diffuser will automatically shut off at the end of each time set or when the water level is low.

Combining style and functionality, it's effortlessly user-friendly too. I found it straightforward to set up, all you have to do is plug the cable in, fill the water tank up to the line, add two-three drops of your chosen fragrance oil and press the mist button. If anything, I’d argue it’s better in a larger/more open-planned room as the scent is much more powerful than I’d anticipated. The only drawback is the visible wire, a wireless option would be a welcome addition to its chic design.

Electronic Diffuser

Specifications:

• Dimensions: 93mm x H180mm.
• Maximum mist time: 8h.
• Water capacity: 100ml.
• Cordless? No.
• Tested by: Mayola Fernandes, Commerce Writer.

This bestselling diffuser not only looks super sleek and stylish on my bedside table but delivers the perfect amount of scent in minutes. I used it with The White Company’s fragrances, and I only need 1 or 2 drops for the scent to be just right.

I loved that there were different time settings to choose from (2h, 4h, 8h) and that the diffuser automatically shut off at the end of the time set. Another thing I’ve really enjoyed is the subtle sound the diffuser makes when it’s running. It’s not loud at all — in fact, I find it quite relaxing. It adds to the whole soothing experience, especially when I’m winding down for the night.

Sage Green Essential Oil Electric Aroma Diffuser

Specifications:

• Dimensions: H15.5cm x W9 cm.
• Maximum mist time: 3 hours.
• Water capacity: 100ml.
• Cordless? Yes.
• Tested by: Lian Brooks, Senior Audience Development Manager.

Oliver Bonas' diffusers are some of best-value options on the market, delivering up to three hours of soothing and calming oil scents. This sage green iteration doubles as a calming mood light, with six colour settings to choose from, including white, blue, green, and yellow to enhance the calming mood.

It's very effective and incredibly easy to use, plus it earns extra points from me for its sleek, stylish design. Despite its budget-friendly appeal and multifunctional design, some user reviews have pointed out that it may take a bit longer to diffuse compared to other essential oil diffusers. It also doesn't come with a remote control feature, limiting control options to the built-in buttons.

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Neom Organics London Luxe Wellbeing Pod

Specifications:

• Dimensions: H13.75 x W14.25 x D14.25 cm.
• Maximum mist time: 12 hours.
• Water capacity: 35ml.
• Cordless? Yes.
• Tested by: Neamh Randall, Commerce Picture Editor.

Larger and more powerful than both the original, best-selling Wellbeing Pod and the brand's portable Pod Mini, the NEOM Wellbeing Pod Luxe is designed to deliver the perfect amount of scent to an open-plan home, large office space or occasion room in minutes. It reaches up to 100 square meters, is very easy to clean, and the design features a white ceramic diffuser cover set on an upcycled wood grain base.

I tested the diffuser with the brand's signature essential oil blends, including my new favourite scents of Lavender, Jasmine, and Sandalwood. It's the perfect addition to a self-care night, and makes it feel like you’re at your very own home spa. Setting it up was a breeze too – it's equipped with a remote control for easy operation and boasts touch sensitivity. It's helped me experience one of the best night sleeps I’ve had in a while, which is no mean feat. Its luxurious appearance, with rose gold trim and a ceramic case, makes it a lovely housewarming gift, too.

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Wellbeing Pod

Specifications:

• Dimensions: H15.4 x W9.6 x D9.6cm.
• Maximum mist time: 7 hours.
• Water capacity: 150ml.
• Cordless? Yes.
• Tested by: Neamh Randall, Commerce Picture Editor.

NEOM's wellbeing pod not only looks really sleek, but it delivers the perfect amount of scent quickly – making it better than some of the real luxury reed diffusers on the market. Plus, NEOM's natural essential oil blends are among our favourites. You actually only need to fill it up to the maximum water level line and add 10 drops of your chosen NEOM Wellbeing Essential Oil Blend to get going (they're sold separately). With the simple touch of a button, this oil diffuser will instantly release a heatless, fine mist that noticeably improves your mood. It has a low-energy LED light and night light, and the timer can be set to one, two, three or four hours.

Controlling both light and diffusion intensity via the touch-sensitive display, the scent from this diffuser lingers for more than 7 hours. I loved the guided breathing mode, which delivered a sense of calmness, with the light alternating between 7-second illumination and 11-second dimming intervals, providing a gentle rhythm to guide your breath. The diffuser itself is simple to set up and clean and its sustainable design is an added bonus.

John Lewis ANYDAY Ultrasonic Diffuser

Specifications:

• Dimensions: H15.3 x W9.3 x D9.3 cm.
• Maximum mist time: 3 hours.
• Water capacity: 100ml.
• Cordless? No.
• Tested by: Mayola Fernandes, Commerce Writer.

From John Lewis' affordable ANYDAY range (available in-store and online at johnlewis.com) comes the best essential oil diffuser for practicality – thanks to the plethora of features which make it so easy to use. You can scent your room at the touch of a button with the John Lewis ultrasonic diffuser – it starts misting immediately and dispenses fragrance immediately, too – and it has an auto shut-off function for peace of mind which activates when the water tank is empty.

There is a range of LED light functions depending on your mood, and the mist comes out in a constant stream for 0.5 hours, one hour, two hours or three hours – as opposed to 30-second on/off intervals. It’s diffused perfectly every time I've used it, and at £50, I think it's one of the best budget diffusers on the market. Consider your home a spa.

Esta Aroma Diffuser

Specifications:

• Dimensions: W 91mm x H 157mm.
• Maximum mist time: Automatically activates the mist every 30 seconds.
• Water capacity: 100ml.
• Cordless? Yes.
• Tested by: Emily Whitwam, Associate Manager, Social Media.

Neal's Yard Remedies electric diffuser comes in the form of this smart and compact bamboo design, which we love for its abilities to be used as a night light. It's compatible with any of the brand's fragrance oils, works within seconds and makes a great addition to a WFH desk. Crafted from sustainably sourced bamboo, that has been carefully cut by hand, it stands out as a top pick for eco-conscious shoppers.

I found the diffuser to be very easy to assemble, taking me only 10 minutes to set it up. The design of the product was impressive, with its bamboo effect adding a stylish touch to my room and enhancing the overall peaceful ambience of the diffuser. Among the oils I tested, the lavender essential oil stood out, providing a perfect balance that facilitated a peaceful night’s sleep. It wasn’t too overpowering and helped me drift off to a peaceful night’s sleep. The only negative to the diffuser for me was that the mist was super fine. Personally, I like my diffusers to create quite a large amount of mist as I like the calming feel it gives off. I also would have loved the light to be a little brighter.

Aromatherapy Essential Oil Diffuser Starter Kit

Specifications:

• Dimensions: Unspecified.
• Maximum mist time:
• Water capacity: Unspecified.
• Cordless? No.
• Tested by: Denise Primbet, Commerce Writer.

Crafted to complement ESPA's essential oils range, this spa-inspired diffuser is equipped with a night light and automatic switch-off function, ensuring the creation of the ultimate relaxing ambiance to help you ease into a peaceful sleep. The starter kit comes with the brand's signature blend that is designed to relax the body and mind with its fragrant blend of Myrrh, Sandalwood, Rose Geranium and Frankincense. Whether you use it as a nightlight, to cultivate a serene atmosphere for meditation, or simply to help yourself fall asleep, this mood-boosting design offers a swoon-worthy scent experience.

The oils smell divine, and each one brings a unique, calming vibe to my home. Every time I walk into my living room when i've got the diffuser on, I’m greeted with the most relaxing aromas — it’s like stepping into a spa. The fragrance really lasts, too, which is great because I don’t have to keep topping up the oils constantly. It’s become a key part of my self-care routine, and I love how the diffuser helps create such a peaceful atmosphere. The price point is on the expensive side, but I definitely think it's worth it. It would even make a wonderful wedding gift!

Aromatherapy Associates The Atomiser Pure Essential Oil Ceramic Diffuser

Specifications:

• Dimensions: Length: 14cm / 5.5in, Height: 6cm / 2.4in, Width: 21cm / 8.3in.
• Maximum mist time: 3 hours.
• Water capacity: N/A.
• Cordless? Yes.
• Tested by: Mayola Fernandes, Commerce Writer.

Inspired by spa atomising technology, this ultrasonic diffuser uses powerful air compression to disperse a micro-fine mist direct from the bottles of 100% natural, pure essential oil blends – without any cold water.

You get what you pay for: unlike other electronic diffusers in this edit, there is no water tank, which means the integrity of the pure oils is preserved. And the fragrance is more potent as an air freshener for living rooms and large spaces. We also love that it has multiple runtime options, including 'Boost mode', which speeds up the process of making your home smell oh-so-good.

NEOM Wellbeing Pod Mini Essential Oil Diffuser

Specifications:

• Dimensions: H10.8 x W6.9 x D6.9 cm.
• Maximum mist time: 50 hours.
• Water capacity: N/A.
• Cordless? Yes. It's battery-operated.
• Tested by: Mayola Fernandes, Commerce Writer.

Using cold fusion technology rather than water, your drops of the essential oil blend are converted into micro fine vapour without using heat or water and released into the atmosphere to stimulate your senses and boost your well-being. It's fully portable with 50 hours of battery life (lasting today, tomorrow and even a bit of the next day after that!) and has a USB charging port for your laptop. Plus, there is no need to clean in between.

This diffuser is perfect for small spaces where you want a little boost in well-being — like a compact work-from-home setup, modest bathroom, or small room. Even though it’s compact, I was pleasantly surprised by its impressive scent throw.

Marble Aroma Electric Diffuser & Fragrance Oils Set

Specifications:

• Dimensions: H16 x W9 x D9 cm.
• Maximum mist time: Unspecified.
• Water capacity: Unspecified.
• Cordless? Yes.
• Tested by: Mayola Fernandes, Commerce Writer.

This beautiful marble diffuser set includes a ceramic electric diffuser accompanied by lavender and jasmine, as well as neroli and lemon fragrance oils. Each set is delicately nestled inside a gift box, individually marbled to create a distinct pattern for a truly unique touch.

With timer and colour light settings, it's crafted to delicately infuse your space with soothing scents. Customers' reviews are overwhelmingly positive, and at under £60, it offers excellent value for money.

Sleep Aroma Diffuser

Specifications:

• Dimensions: Unspecified.
• Maximum mist time: 10 minutes at a time.
• Water capacity: Unspecified.
• Cordless? No.
• Tested by: Denise Primbet, Commerce Writer.

The Ritual of Jing Aroma Diffuser is expertly crafted to instil a tranquil ambience for a restful sleep by releasing a fine cloud of fragrance. In just 10 minutes, your bedroom will be enveloped in a gentle scent, designed to soothe the mind and calm the senses.

Infused with the comforting scent of blue lavender and earthy tones of sandalwood and musk, it fosters a serene atmosphere for meditation or unwinding before bedtime. Setting itself apart from others, this diffuser operates without the need for water, utilising a cartridge system instead.

DIPTYQUE Un Air de Diptyque Electric Diffuser

Specifications:

• Dimensions: Length: 36cm / 14.2in, Height: 10cm / 3.9in, Width: 20cm / 7.9in.
• Maximum mist time: Undisclosed.
• Water capacity: N/A.
• Cordless? Yes.
• Tested by: Ben Neale, Senior Creative Designer.

The most expensive essential oil diffuser in this edit comes from luxury fragrance house Diptyque, famed for their insane scented candles – namely Baies and Roses. Crafted from ceramic for an expensive-looking finish, it's adorned with gold lettering (making it one of the most beautiful additions to your living space) and slowly emits perfume through the air. It's easy to set up, too – you simply need to slot one of the brand's perfume capsules in the back, and you're ready to go.

It's pretty expensive and does a rather similar job to more affordable diffusers in this edit. It's only compatible with Diptyque diffuser capsules: Baies, Figuier and Feu de Bois Diffuser Capsule.