10 Best Scented Candles in the World

Everyone loves a delicious-smelling candle, which is why we created our list of best scented candles in the world.

There’s nothing quite so comfort inducing as the crackle and glow of a cheery candle on the nightstand. They ward off unwanted smells, bring in delightful ones, and create peace that everyone who doesn’t have a fireplace craves. (Not to mention, people who do have them who can also enjoy.)

Some people may argue that what makes a candle is its looks. There’s nothing better than a stylish looking candle on the coffee table. Others believe that synthetic candles are of the devil. There are fans of real tealights versus battery operated ones. Led versus drip. But one factor that the world uniformly agrees that a candle must have? A good scent.

To truly discover the best scented candles, we went to one of the world’s most popular online retail stores for the answer: Amazon. By searching their lists of best scented and best selling candles, we chose from only those with over 300 reviews to narrow it down. All of the candles on our list also have a minimum rating of 4 stars. And with the amount of reviews some of these have, that’s a pretty high ranking.

Keep in mind that all the candles we chose from were scented, so battery operated, and naturally unscented candles were not ranked. Though some have a preference for certain types of candles like soy wax, this list encompasses all types of scented candles. Although some soy candles do appear on the list.

What brands showed up on our list? Some you would expect, like Yankee and Bath and Body Works (see also: 10 Best Fall Scented Candles at Bath and Body Works). Other brands are not so well known, like Our Own Candle Company and Trapp.

Some candles remind you of the summer. Some candles remind you of the winter. Some have slightly amusing names like Smell My Nuts. Nice going, whoever named that–hilarious–although you’ve just convinced me never to purchase that one. While some other candles will give you immediate cravings for whatever food they replicate. However, you’re sure to find one to love out of them all because the public has voted them the best.

From our findings, we found fresh and clean fragrances to be a big hit, less so than food or floral scented candles. Candles centering around nature-induced aromas also show up frequently.

Either way, here’s our list of best scented candles in the world. If you try them all, they may become the best scented candles in your world as well.

 

10. Mmm… Nice Melons! by Our Own Candle Company

4.5 stars, 346 reviews

Watermelon, cantaloupe and honeydew melon harmonize beautifully inside the aesthetically pleasing mason jar that this candle company is known for. The brand also appears later on in the list of best scented candles in the world.

 

9. Balsam and Cedar by Yankee Candle

4 stars, 433 reviews

The snow is falling, you’re casually walking through a bustling Christmas tree farm, carolers are singing in the background. Oh wait, you’re just smelling this candle.

 

8. Eucalyptus Spearmint Stress Relief by Bath and Body Works

4.5 stars, 476 reviews

Bath and Body Works is known for its pleasing aromatherapy line of candles, and this one may be the best yet. And they couldn’t be more right: candles contribute to the kind of peaceful atmosphere that’s definitely stress relieving.

 

7. Rosemary Eucalyptus by Seeking Balance

3.5 stars, 486 reviews

This beautiful candle that’s next one in our list of best scented candles in the world is not only pleasing to the nose but to the eyes. Eucalyptus scents can be a little strong, but paired with the softness of rosemary? It’s an easy win, unless you really don’t like plants.

 

6. No.7 by Trapp Candles

4.5 stars, 497 reviews

Made of soy wax, this candle that ranks 6th in our list of best scented candles in the world combines sandalwood, cedar and oil from the exotic Asiatic patchouli plant. If you like a more masculine fragrance, this one is for you. I prefer masculine scents but fine patchouli pretty gross–it truly takes all kinds.

 

5. Strawberry Margarita Soy by Wax Oils

4 stars, 582 reviews

One of the many popular soy candles on our list of best scented candles in the world, this one is a margarita in a candle. Salt, sugar, and tequila, what better combination? Just don’t forget NOT to imbibe this candle.

 

4. Clean Day Soy by Mrs. Meyers

4 stars, 847 reviews

And you thought her cleaning products were Mrs. Meyers’ only hit. Unfortunately, however, it’s not a substitute for actual cleaning day. What a bummer–well, at least your apartment will smell as good as it looks once you scrub it.

 

3. Aspen Bay by Capri Blue

4.5 stars, 859 reviews

Exotic mountain greens pair with tangy citrus scents in this candle, which is sure to invoke mad cravings for warm summer days spent frolicking in the Swiss Alps. Who doesn’t love a good frolic, or at least the image of one?

 

2. Smell My Nuts by Our Own Candle Company

4.5 stars, 1,021 reviews

Sorry, it’s not what you think. Smell My Nuts, that ranks second in our list of best scented candles in the world is a pleasant blend of Banana Nut Bread, Toasted Coconut and Hazelnut aromas. Sounds delicious.

 

1. Fresh and Clean by Old Factory Candles

4 stars, 1,575 reviews

The last on our list of best scented candles in the world is not one, but a set of three candles. Lemongrass, Olive Blossom and Fresh Linen all represent the Fresh and Clean candles at Old Factory Candles. And with that many reviews, you know they won’t disappoint.