Our ability to smell is one of the most powerful functions we have as humans. That is why we as a nation love to get our personal spaces, whether it be a house or an office space, to smell as good as they can. With household names such as Molton Brown, Jo Malone and Yankee Candle it can be hard to find the perfect bottle of reed diffuser for your needs - so let us do it for you.
We have searched and found easy to purchase reed diffusers, refills and sticks from the likes of John Lewis and Amazon, aiming to give you an effortless shopping experience. We will show you the best reed diffusers that you can buy in the UK and how these fragrant oils can enhance your day to day, or prove the perfect luxury gift for those special occasions. Moreover, we partnered with interior designer Belen Dakak to review and fact-check the article to deliver the best information.
Quick List - Top Reed Diffusers
St Eval
A Refreshing, Invigorating, Sunny Coastal Scent in Recyclable Packaging
Stoneglow
Delightful Reed Diffuser With Display of Suspended Flowers
Aldi
Affordable, Pomegranate Fragrance in a Lovely Gift Box Perfect for Presents
Belen is an interior designer (residential and retail design), having worked for top retail brands including Estee Lauder, Seasalt and John Lewis, as well as working with private clients on residential projects and RoomLab, an online interior design platform.
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Belen is an interior designer (residential and retail design), having worked for top retail brands including Estee Lauder, Seasalt and John Lewis, as well as working with private clients on residential projects and RoomLab, an online interior design platform.
Belen is also a landscape garden designer with an RHS Level 2 in Principles and Practical Horticulture.
For bathrooms or bedrooms, you may be looking for ways to calm your spirits and simply breathe easy. Essential oils such as lavender, neroli and geranium are known to bring a sense of calmness and relaxation, which is ideal when you want to unwind from a hard day, or simply begin the day in a stress free way.
In more public spaces where a range of people may come in and out, it is best to consider fragrances that pack a slightly more effervescent kick. Specific smells such as apricot, rose, a blend of ylang ylang or rhubarb all help to evoke the olfactory senses.
A reed diffuser makes the perfect gift for a number of occasions and variety of people. Depending on their personality, style, decor or even small personal quirks, you should - before buying - have an ideal fragrance in mind.
Make sure that when buying for others you consider fragrances that are not too powerful or overbearing. Gifting someone a personal favourite is less impressive than taking the time to understand what they would like in their own personal space.
Natural fragrances such as coastal sea salt or common fruits such as tangerines, lime or citrus are great ways to ensure that the reed diffuser will not be too jarring or cause a disconnect between their usual ambience.
As a Brit, finding a great deal is something we love to do. Though, sometimes it can be to our detriment. When purchasing reed diffusers, it is best to buy high-quality materials and ingredients to ensure that your reed diffuser's fragrance spreads effortlessly across the space it has been placed in.
While people have their preferences, we think rattan reeds are superior to bamboo sticks as they absorb fragrances much easier. They typically have 20 or more channels that enable easy and straightforward wicking that releases long-lasting scents more easily.
The physical design of a reed diffuser can play a primary role in how long the oils last. Narrow neck bottles are the clear winner if you want the oils to last as long as possible, however if there is a design that takes preference, it is entirely up to you!
The lifespan of a reed diffuser depends on proper care, quality reed diffusers can last up to three to four months at a time. Many variables come into play, from the number of reeds used to the oil's quality and the bottle's design.
The average time of a reed diffuser is 2 to 4 months, but this also depends on a variety of environmental factors such as the temperature of the room. The warmer a room is, the quicker the liquid will evaporate, so be careful to not let them warm up too much in spaces such as bathrooms, kitchens or left exposed in direct sunlight.
Products | Image | Click to purchase | Key features | |
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1 | St Eval Sea Salt Reed Diffuser | ![]() | A Refreshing, Invigorating, Sunny Coastal Scent in Recyclable Packaging | |
2 | Stoneglow Nature's Gift Pink Pepper Flowers Reed Diffuser | ![]() | Delightful Reed Diffuser With Display of Suspended Flowers | |
3 | Aldi Luxury Hotel Collection Reed Diffuser No 3 Pomegranate | ![]() | Affordable, Pomegranate Fragrance in a Lovely Gift Box Perfect for Presents | |
4 | Neom Feel Refreshed Reed Diffuser | ![]() | Energising Reed Diffuser That Lifts Your Mood | |
5 | Molton Brown Delicious Rhubarb & Rose Aroma Reed Diffuser | ![]() | A Rhubarb, Rose and Musk Reed Diffuser in Gorgeous Packaging Makes This an Excellent Gift | |
6 | AromaWorks Serenity Reed Diffuser | ![]() | High-Quality Diffuser Using 100% Natural Essential Oils of Lemongrass, Geranium and Lavender | |
7 | Stoneglow Luna Ylang Ylang & Amber Reed Diffuser | ![]() | A Unique Blend of Spices and Heady Fragrances From a Well-Known UK Brand | |
8 | Jo Malone Lime Basil & Mandarin Scent Surround™ Reed Diffuser | ![]() | A Classic, Popular Fragrance to Create a Luxurious and Elegant Atmosphere | |
9 | Yankee Candle Fluffy Towels | ![]() | A Floral Scent of Fluffy Towels With Rattan Reeds in an Elegant Glass and Wooden Bottle | |
10 | Clyde Candles Rain Water | ![]() | Fill Your Room With the Refreshing Scents of Rain Water, Lemongrass and Freesias |
Something about the design of St Eval creates a long lasting and impactful sensation. Long before the scent is even released, its recyclable and simple packaging make this great for those who want to be conscious about their environmental footprint.
Let yourself be whisked about to the sunny coastlines that scatter the UK and reminisce some of your best memories, or the ones you are yet to make. This is epitome of a refreshing and effervescent scent.
For those looking for a reusable and decorative reed diffuser, Craft Collection's design holds its own as a unique and stand alone piece of art. It makes for the perfect piece of decoration as well as emanating a wonderful scent in your space.
Its wonderful floral blend and distinctive pink peppercorn twist with hints of ginger and elemi bring a touch of class. This reed diffuser not only looks amazing, but performs just as you would expect. It's subtly brilliant and makes it perfect for all areas, as well as a fabulous gift for when you're feeling generous.
Aldi's luxury collection have gone from strength to strength providing the UK with many wonderful and unforgettable fragrances, for unbeatable prices. For many, this is a staple product in their home that can be economically treated as such.
No. 3 captivates your senses primarily with its pomegranate base and this gift box makes it the ideal present for birthdays, weddings or house warmings. At this price, it is a complete steal and one worthy shouting about the next time you go to Aldi.
This extravagant reed diffuser is the perfect way to give any space (and yourself) some extra oomph. Bursts of 24 pure energizing essential oils are perfectly blended and released to help you feel energized, lift your moods, and even help you to sleep better.
With Sicilian lemon and fresh basil, it's glamorous scent is designed to stimulate tired, busy minds and encourage clear thinking. Whether you're using it to beat the mid-afternoon slump in the office or give your home a refreshing scent, this reed diffuser does more than just smell good.
One glance and you are hooked. Molton Brown's Rhubarb and Rose reed diffuser instantly envelopes the senses with its powerful blend of rhubarb, rose and musk. Let it take over your home with delicious aroma!
A great gift for a first date or that special someone who loves living life on the sweeter side. The best part is, they will always think of you when they smell this scent. Plus, Molton Brown's iconic packaging never fails to look outstanding - this reed diffuser demands attention.
Vegan & filled with 100% natural essential oils, AromaWorks' Serenity works hard to make sure that their reed diffusers are of excellent quality and work in perfect harmony with the decor it surrounds. On top of being a lovely centerpiece, this reed diffuser has a calming effect.
With neroli, lemongrass, geranium and lavender, place this in a public space where you can maximise its fragrant potential and enjoy the colourful scent. With a generous 200ml included, you can be sure to get the most out of this diffuser... is this serenity?
Since 1991, this UK based business has been fusing together fragrances and crafting wonderful products such as this tantalisingly unique fragrance, which is sure to inspire the mind while soothing everyday worries. This reed diffuser makes for a perfect gift to others or yourself.
Treat yourself and infuse your chosen space with this beautifully designed reed diffuser. However, make sure that it goes well with the space you are placing it in as the design and colour of the product may not suit every space.
Revered all over the UK, Jo Malone's Lime, Basil and Mandarin is one of the most popular products on the market and well known for its delightfully upscale and sleek design. Its scent will take you away on a cool tropical breeze.
This product is sure to wow visitors or that special someone and create an elegantly soothing yet citrusy ambience. A classic in the world of home fragrance. Though, it is a slightly pricey item when compared with other diffusers.
For a simple yet inviting calmness, this fragrance of fluffy towels and floral fruity hints is sure to be a hit in any space. Using rattan reeds in an elegant glass and wood bottle, renowned Yankee Candle's reed diffusers are a great substitute for areas where an open flame are not.
While it certainly will look great in many locations, when compared with other designs this one is not as striking. It holds 12 reeds and the product only has around 10 weeks of consistent fragrance, which is slightly on the shorter side compared to the others on this list.
Created by a family run business in Scotland, this reed diffuser is sure to infuse your space with the wonderfully refreshing scent of rain water, lemongrass and freesia. It's the perfect gift for housewarmings, bridal showers, birthdays, or Christmas!
While it is not a be all and end all type of situation, the lack of rattan reeds may be off putting for reed diffuser enthusiasts and the quantity of oil being 100ml is on the lower end. Thus, it may run out quickly and you will need to buy refills.
Once you open your reed diffuser and insert the reeds, check how many are needed to give the chosen space a pleasant aroma. You may want to place the reed diffuser near a draft to circulate the air, however, the amount of reeds that are added and the location of the reed diffuser also have a direct impact on how quickly the oil evaporates.
As a final tip, reed diffusers work best when you refresh the reeds by flipping them. Try to do this at least once a week for optimal performance. Once the reeds no longer perform as they used to, it may be time to swap them out for a new set. As mentioned above, it is a great idea to re-purchase rattan reeds or invest in them for an improved reed diffuser experience.
Written and researched by Josh Welch
No. 1: St Eval|Sea Salt Reed Diffuser
No. 2: Stoneglow |Nature's Gift Pink Pepper Flowers Reed Diffuser
No. 3: Aldi|Luxury Hotel Collection Reed Diffuser No 3 Pomegranate
No. 4: Neom|Feel Refreshed Reed Diffuser
No. 5: Molton Brown|Delicious Rhubarb & Rose Aroma Reed Diffuser
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