Essential oil diffusers can be the best way to make a room smell incredible without having to use candles or air fresheners.
However, with so many varied options on the market, it’s easy to get confused about which products are great and which are not so great.
Below we list 5 of the best essential oil diffusers on the market today.
After our diffuser reviews, we discuss the key things you’ll want to watch out for when choosing one to ensure you don’t end up with a sub-quality product.
1. ASAKUKI 500ml Premium, Essential Oil Diffuser (Top Pick)
The ASAKUKI 500ml oil diffuser is certainly designed with aesthetics in mind, sitting on a wood-effect base, and omitting no less than 7 different LED colour options in its curved cylindrical top.
Users can opt to turn this feature off if they prefer a more professional-looking product for office-use.
The diffuser has depth far beyond its stunning exterior, providing a huge 500ml tank to last plenty of uses. From the 500m tank you can enjoy 5 different mist and nebuliser options to fill our home with your favourite aromatherapy scent.
Even if the ample tank does run dry, peace of mind comes from the handy safety auto-off feature.
As if so many different diffuser options weren’t enough, the ASAKUKI also works as a humidifier so you can also use it to improve the air quality in your home.
What We Like:
- 10-16 hours working time
- Attractive design
- 7 different LED colour options
- 5 different mist options and humidifier setting
What We Don’t Like:
- Users may find the flow slows when the tank is completely full
- The product motor can be noisy
2. Urpower 100ml Aroma Essential Oil Diffuser
The stylish wood-effect design of the 2nd generation Urpower air diffuser is sure to impress customers looking for a beautiful new product for their home or office.
Visually, you can also utilise the nightlight setting to transform the product into a stunning dusk diffuser. The 7 different lamp colours featured also ensure the product suits your tastes even further.
Misting power has been increased in the latest model of the Urpower Aroma which now works for 6 hours and has a reassuring auto-off feature should the compact 100ml tank run out.
There are two mist settings enabling customers to fill their home with their favourite scents.
Best of all, the product is incredibly quiet so can be used whilst you sleep or relax without disturbing the peace.
What We Like:
- Compact size
- 7 different lamp colours and nightlight settings
- Easy to use
- Quiet when in use
What We Don’t Like:
- Scenting may not be as powerful as other devices
- Lid can be tricky to remove for refills
3. VicTsing Cool Mist Ultrasonic 300ml Essential Oil Diffuser
The VicTsing humidifier is made from BPA-free plastic designed in a natural wood-grain effect, making it suitable for most modern decor styles in both home and office.
Conveniently, the 300ml tank has the ability to provide up to 10 hours of steam, so customers can enjoy filling their home with their favourite aromatherapy fragrances.
For extra safety, the product powers off when the water runs out so you can enjoy using the humidifier with complete peace of mind.
If you love to customise the look of your decor, you’ll enjoy the 7 different LED colours which you can choose to have on constantly, or switch between all 7.
You can also dim the light for sleep mode to further your ability to use the product in the way that suits you best.
What We Like:
- Stylish design
- 7 LED colours and dimming option
- Large mist output for the size
- Works for up to 10 hours
What We Don’t Like:
- Product may not be extremely quiet
- Needs regular top ups
4. URPOWER 500ml Essential Oil Diffuser
The 500ml tank capacity in the Urpower diffuser ensures customers can enjoy their favourite fragrances in the home for up to 10 hours at a time.
The attractively designed product utilises ultrasonic diffuser technology to create a fine mist that can be produced constantly, or every hour, two hours or 180 minutes.
To improve the air quality in your home, you can also use the product on humidifier mode.
Regardless of the setting you choose, there’s an auto-off feature that shuts the product off if the tank runs dry, providing plenty of peace of mind when it comes to safety.
Customers will love that the 500ml Urpower diffuser comes in a wood grain effect to suit most decor styles.
You can enjoy the product as it is for more professional settings, or use the 7 LED lamp colours for a soothing visual display. There’s even a handy night light mode for use during the nighttime.
What We Like:
- Large capacity 500ml tank for up to 10 hours use
- Attractive design
- 7 LED lamp colours
- Mist scents large spaces
What We Don’t Like:
- Motor can be a bit noisy
- The size of the product may make it impractical for some settings
5. ASAKUKI 400ML Premium, Essential Oil Diffuser
The ASAKUKI 400ml diffuser comes in a beautiful wood grain design to suit any modern decor style.
With 2 mist settings, humidifier mode and 3 different timer settings, customers can use the product to fragrance their home in the way that suits them best.
For peace of mind, you can also trust that the auto-off feature will shut the device down when it runs out of water.
With 7 LED lamp colours which can be placed on three different brightness settings, you can customise the way your diffuser looks depending on how you feel.
Switch the light off for professional office use or enjoy the vibrant colours to suit your mood.
What We Like:
- Large 500ml water tank capacity
- Attractive design
- Gentle bubbling sound only
- 7 different LED colour settings
What We Don’t Like:
- The size of the product could mean it doesn’t fit certain furniture
- Difference between mist settings isn’t highly distinguishable
Essential Oil Diffuser Buyer’s Guide
Buying an aromatherapy diffuser can be incredibly tricky when there are so many products on the market that appear to be almost exactly the same.
So how do you get a product that ensures your home is filled with your favourite fragrance, without having to sacrifice on issues like; space, aesthetics or noise disturbance?
Take a look at these handy pointers to help you choose the best essential oil diffuser for your needs:
How Much Does Running Time Matter?
You might be tempted to pay more for a larger product that runs for 10 hours, when in fact, you might not need it to.
The running time only refers to runs between refills, so if you’re not planning on using the product whilst you sleep you can likely enjoy a product with a lower running time.
If the product is predominantly to help you sleep, a running time of 6 hours or more is really helpful.
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Aesthetics Are Similar, So Focus On Size
With essential oil diffusers for bedroom, or any suitable space in the home, they all look extremely similar. The majority are wood grain effect in a soft cube, cylinder or chimney style offering the option of different LED coloured settings.
As they are all similar in how they look, it is worth instead focusing on size which will have more of an effect on your ability to use the product than its shape.
For example; some of the larger 500ml tank diffusers will take up a lot of space on some bedside tables and might even be too big for some.
It Doesn’t Use Heat, But It Is Still An Electric Diffuser
Although diffusers do not use heat to create steam, they are still powered in a way that could cause them to be dangerous if the water runs out. Unlike optional features when it comes to choosing an electric oil burner, an auto-off mode is an essential safety feature for complete peace of mind.
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Does It Scent Well?
Many diffusers have several mist settings and output options, but realistically, it comes down to power.
At its most powerful, can the diffuser fill your space with scent effectively?
You don’t want to spend ages looking for the most effective aromatherapy oils for your needs, only to find you can’t even detect them when using the diffuser.
Look for products that are suitable for the size of space you want to fill with fragrance as not to feel disappointed in a weak output.
For more information on how aromatherapy oils work, take a look at this handy article.
When you’re looking into buying a diffuser, think carefully about where it will go, how long you need it to work and how powerful you need it to be.
As long as you get the basics right, the aesthetics and additional features won’t really matter too much, especially in a line of products that are so similar.
