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Save the candles for another day

Since most of us are now working from home at least a few days a week, it's understandable that we're putting more effort into making our homes smell lovely. For some, that means getting through candles at a rapid rate because you realise you want one burning ALL. THE. TIME. But for others, who are trying to find other alternatives, that comes in the shape of an electric diffuser.

In the same way a reed diffuser works, electric diffusers aim to infuse the air around you with beneficial essential oil blends, not only releasing a beautiful scent into the air around you, but often having calming benefits, too. Unlike a reed diffuser, which uses, well, reeds to spread the smell, to use an electric diffuser you simply fill the water tank with water, add some essential oils and plug it into the wall. Depending on the diffuser, it will then defuse the oil into the air periodically, or on a constant stream. Here are our pick of the best electric diffusers.

You can always rely on Oliver Bonas to create a cute design. With multiple light (white, blue, green and yellow to name a few) and time settings, you can set this diffuser to suit your mood. Just add the fragrance oil of your choice and you're good to go.

Leopard print fans, this one is for you. Seriously, have you seen a more stylish diffuser? Available in grey or white, this device promises a soft-glow ambient light, and diffuses scent for three hours before the oil needs topping up.

Not only does this mist diffuser push out a constant stream of scent for three hours without needing topping up, but it also glows a soft atmosphere-calming ambient light.

Rockett St George know what they're doing when it comes to interior decor, which is why this matt black diffuser basically looks as luxurious as a diffuser can look. Along with the soothing mister it has a warm white light, perfect for creating a dreamy ambience.

How cute is this ceramic diffuser from Layered Lounge? It looks more like a stylish desk lamp than a diffuser, and comes with an inbuilt timer and a sleep function which turns the lamp off gently over the space of 30 minutes. We fancy a snooze just looking at it.

If you want a diffuser for the living room, bedroom and and kitchen but don't fancy splashing out on three bits of kit, this travel diffuser is the perfect solution. Plus it comes with the this works sleep blend which is a treat in itself.

If the stunning terracotta clay colour hasn't already sold it to you, this handmade stone diffuser from Volant has rave reviews and has even won awards.

We're obsessed with the idea of controlling your diffuser from your phone. Not only can you control the mist and light settings without leaving the sofa, but this Etersky model is also compatible with Alexa, so if you're feeling particularly fancy you change the settings by just telling your Alexa what to do. The future is here, right?

ESPA knows home scents so you can trust that this sleek diffuser will make your space atmospheric and calming. Plus, you can use it overnight since it the automated switch-off setting kicks in when the water level gets low.

We're still as obsessed with the Anyday range as we were when it first launched. It's the same great quality and taste that John Lewis is known for but as considerably less John Lewis prices, so this Anyday diffuser gets a bit thumbs up.

This wooden aroma diffuser features seven changing light colours and two mist modes, so it packs a punch given the ver reasonable price.

At £25 this compact diffuser is perfect for starting your home scents journey (if that's a thing). It has an auto shut-off function so you can take that have-I-turned-it-off panic out of your day, plus it comes in white, green or pink.

How stylish does this all-black diffuser look? Plus it comes with 2 free essential oils, one bottle of 'Sandalwood, Bergamot & Jasmine' and one bottle of 'Cotton Blossom, Citrus Peel & Amber'.

There's a reason why this Aromatherapy Associates ceramic diffuser has so many good reviews. The atomiser doesn't actually use a water tank, instead emitting a fine mist direct from the oil bottles themselves. It's easy to switch between scents and without a water tank you don't have to worry about refilling it.

This Argos offering is a great budget-friendly option if you're not sure where to start. It's a nightlight too, so it comes with 7 LED colour light options.

M&S isn't just for great snacks and Percy Pigs. This diffuser gift set features a calming scent and sleek and silent device with a warm illuminating LED light, and the ability to diffuse for up to six hours.

For a more inexpensive option, go for Airwick's essential mist aroma kit, which is battery powered. It has three modes (low, moderate, high) to ensure just the right amount of fragrance for any room.

With five different refills available, this electric diffuser is definitely one of the more luxe options, but promises to make your home smell incredible. The diffuser powers up three times over the course of an hour to diffuse the chosen scent subtly into the air.

Alternatively, go for the wall diffuser version. It uses the same refill capsules as the electric diffuser but is slightly more affordable, and is on a pre-programmed cycle of about three hours. Gorgeous scent all day long.

Sometimes simple is best, and this white essential oil diffuser definitely ticks all the right boxes. The whisper-quiet ultrasonic diffuser offers two hours of misting and charges via USB.

How did we not know deskside diffusers were a thing until now? This portable and rechargeable USB fan diffuser comes with six scent patches, which you can refresh with fragrance when needed.

With four different time settings and six different colour light settings (plus in the sage colour of the season), this stylish diffuser is perfect for any home.

For something more cheap and cheerful, this essential oil diffuser comes with seven LED light colours, a fragrant oil vaporiser and timer options, so you can choose how often it diffuses.

This stylish electronic diffuser comes with three time settings, so you can choose how long the diffuser releases scent for: two hours, eight hours, or 16 hours. It works with any The White Company fragrance oil, so choose from scents like Seychelles, Pomegranate and Lime & Bay.

One of the best-selling diffusers on Amazon, this essential oil diffuser has a 300ml water tank, 7 different LED light colours and multiple mist nebuliser modes. It works with any aromatherapy scented oil.

One of The White Company's bestsellers. With four time settings, you can choose how long your diffuser will release scent for: 180 minutes, 120 minutes or 60 minutes. It works with any of The White Company's essential oils, and is sleek and subtle in design.

This LED offers six colour options including yellow, red and shades of blue and green. Add a few drops of water soluble aroma oils into the bamboo base to relax and enjoy the fragrance of your home. 19 five star reviews on John Lewis is not something to be sniffed at.

The Neom Wellbeing Pod releases a heatless, fine mist of scented vapour into the atmosphere at the touch of a bottom. Five to 10 drops of your favourite essential oil is mixed with water to create an uplifting fragrance boost in your home.

You know this whole Barbiecore trend that's going on right now? It even stretches to diffusers, thanks to this compact and travel-friendly NEOM pod. With this device, oil vaporises directly from the bottle without the need for heat or water.

In a classic and neutral ceramic design, it features seven colour options and features both a button and a timer option, so you can diffuse your home with fragrance any way you please.

The Perfume Mist Diffuser releases fragrance either periodically with a timer or when you press the button, and promises to keep your home smelling delightful all day.