The 15 Best Pumpkin Candles

This decorative pumpkin-shaped candle has two wicks for diffusing its pumpkin scent, and since the wax will burn more evenly than single-wick options, you’ll get more from the jar. The soy wax is poured into a lidded mercury glass vessel that’s shaped like the gourd itself — replete with a lid that has a “stem” on top. The candle has a 30-hour burn time, and it’s made from biodegradable soy wax. When the candle is done burning, you can repurpose the glass for storage or to hold a votive.

A reviewer wrote: “Love this candle! The scent is very nice and not strong and so very relaxing and soothing. Long lasting and the candle is made from soy which is much preferable to me than paraffin. The pumpkin decanter is absolutely adorable and it gives off a nice glow when it is lit.”

Warm, spicy, and woodsy, Sweet Water’s pumpkin spice candle will fill your home with a delicious blend of clove, buttercream, embers, cinnamon, and vanilla. To switch it up, you can try their “Hello Pumpkin” candle which offers notes of apples, buttery pie crust, vanilla, and spices. The 9-ounce candle is made from soy, and has a 40-hour burn time. The amber jar and black twist-on lid give this candle a moody, cozy vibe, and you can also pick from other autumn scents like flannel, fall leaves, and mulled cider — in other words, these are some of the best fall candles out there.

A reviewer wrote: “Couldn’t wait for the cooler weather so I could burn my new Pumpkin Spice Candle and today was the day! I burned this candle in my home office for hours and the scent was wonderful! The wick burns slowly and clean, and the wax melts evenly. The aroma lingers long after the flame is extinguished. Love it!”

Yankee Candle’s autumn-inspired line boasts a 4.6-star overall rating after 67,000 reviews on Amazon, making it one of the most popular and budget-friendly options around. The brand offers a spiced pumpkin candle that has notes of clove, nutmeg, and cinnamon, and an apple pumpkin fragrance with pie crust, vanilla, and spice notes. Their two-wick, 22-ounce paraffin wax candle has a burn time of up to 60 hours, but you can also opt for a smaller tinned candle, a pillar, and other options. Plus, Yankee also offers a wide variety of other autumn-inspired fragrances like honeycrisp apple cider and autumn leaves.

One reviewer wrote: “Wonderful pumpkin and spice aroma! Love this candle for fall, Thanksgiving, and Christmas events. Smells like I have been baking all day.”

This soy “Pumpkin Picking” candle from Homesick has notes of clove, cinnamon, ginger, and vanilla, and is designed to evoke feelings of “a cool fall day with hot apple cider and pumpkin spice.” The 13.75-ounce candle has a burn time of 60 to 80 hours, and is hand poured in a glass jar that’s shaped like a beer can, which can be repurposed after the candle has finished burning.

A reviewer wrote: “Pumpkin everything, please! This candle smells amazing, long lasting, and perfect for Fall— definitely will purchase again.”

In addition to filling your home with the scent of warm pumpkin spice, this candle is specially formulated to eliminate — not mask — odors from cooking, pets, and other household smells. Housed in a glass jar, the 12-ounce candle is made from a blend of soy and other food-grade waxes, and it has a burn time of up to 80 hours.

A reviewer wrote: “This is simply the best candle I've ever had. It eliminates pet odor as well as the smoke that drifts into my apartment from neighbors. [...] I don't like spicey candles so I was hesitant at ordering this, but it is very light on the spice and smells like a cake is being baked. I have bought two of these now and it will be my go-to in the future. I was super surprised at how long it lasts at well. I highly recommend it!!”

Combine pumpkin with the smell of Saturday morning breakfast and what do you get? This pumpkin pecan waffles candle from CoCo Benjamin. The 8.1-ounce candle is hand-poured and made with clean-burning soy wax. Set in a glass jar with a lid, it offers 40 to 50 hours of fragrant delight.

A reviewer wrote: “This is the perfect candle for the holidays or anytime you want your home to smell like Grandma's been cooking pumpkin spice and waffles all morning. You don't even need to light the candle to give off the yummy aroma.”

There’s nothing basic about this pumpkin spice latte candle from Malicious Women Candle Co. (not that there’s anything wrong with being basic anyway). It’s made with scented soy wax and has notes of espresso, cinnamon, brown sugar, and whipped cream. The 9-ounce candle comes in an apothecary jar and has a 45-hour burn time. As a bonus, the brand donates a portion of each sale to empowering women in need.

A reviewer wrote: “Best smelling pumpkin latte scented candle ever- smells even better than the real thing. Notes of cream not found in traditional pumpkin pie scent. [...] Great throw, burns evenly, no soot, attractive presentation. The ground espresso sprinkled on top of the candle is genius.”

This set of six tea lights can be scattered around your home to surround you with the warm fragrance of pumpkin soufflé — or you can opt for the pumpkin walnut cheesecake scent. Each votive will burn for approximately five hours, and is made from food-grade paraffin wax that’s saturated with essential oils to produce a strong throw.

A reviewer wrote: “Love, love, love these tea lights! I companion them with the Pumpkin Souffle wax melts and they make my kitchen smell divine. Anytime anyone comes to visit they ask if I am making a pumpkin pie, which is exactly what I want them to think. These last a pretty long time and they burn pretty evenly.”

It’s an investment, but NEST’s Pumpkin Chai candle makes for a beautiful hostess gift (or gift for yourself). Highly rated, it comes in a tinted glass jar that opens up to release gorgeous scents of pumpkin, masala chai, cardamom, ginger, and cinnamon. The soy-paraffin blend wax is formulated to burn cleanly and evenly for 50 to 60 hours. In addition to this 8.1-ounce single-wick design, the candle comes in a votive option and a three-wick version that burns evenly.

A reviewer wrote: “If you've tried NEST candles and loved the quality, you will fall in love with the new Pumpkin Chai. Not too heavy, not too sweet, this candle fills my house with the rich, warm pumpkin and spice aromas of fall, while keeping the house clean and fresh-smelling. Everyone who comes through the door comments on the great scent in the air.”

This candle from Lorenzen Candle Co. has a sweeter pumpkin profile that includes butter, cinnamon, and nutmeg, and it comes in a 12-ounce jam jar that’s accented with a rustic label. The 100% soy candle is hand-poured in Missouri, and has a burn time of over 50 hours when trimmed frequently, according to a reviewer. This brand also offers a nutty pumpkin caramel candle, a toasted pumpkin spice fragrance, a pumpkin pie scent, and a pumpkin chai option with notes of graham cracker (yum).

A reviewer wrote: “Makes my house smell like a delicious bakery! I'm not usually into super sweet smells, but this one is just warm and cozy. Perfect for fall!”

The wood wicks on this 18-ounce candle from Nature’s Wick make a soft crackling sound when lit, and the paraffin wax emits a warm blend of pumpkin and baking spices: cinnamon, nutmeg, and gingered cloves. The candle has a burn time of 48 hours, and comes with a wooden lid that gives it a rustic look. If you want a smaller candle, it’s also available in a single-wick, 10-ounce size.

A reviewer wrote: “These are one of my favorite candles. So glad that they came back in stock while the weather is cold. The smell is warm and soothing, very pumpkin and cinnamony. I love the sound of the crackling wood wick.”

The pumpkin scent of this candle from Thymes has notes of caramel, vanilla bean, and spicy cinnamon, and comes in a subtle pumpkin-shaped copper jar. The 9-ounce candle is made from paraffin wax and will fill your home with the cozy fragrance of pumpkin for up to 52 hours.

A reviewer wrote: “Love this candle, the copper pumpkin was a plus. The scent is warm and welcoming, and even when not lit perfumes the room with its delightful scent. A bit pricey, but worth it and I’ll purchase again.”

If for you, the best part of cake is the frosting, you’ll love this pumpkin frosting candle that’s sweeter than some other options on the list, with notes of baked pumpkin, caramel drizzle, and spiced frosting. The clean-burning soy candle has a burn time of up to 60 hours, and the three wicks help you get the most out of the wax.

A reviewer wrote: “Long lasting soy candle. The scent was wonderful, and they last! Also, it burned very evenly.”

If you’re looking for a gift-worthy pumpkin pie candle, Aira’s hand-poured candle comes in a decorative box with a natural twine tie. With brighter notes of orange, ginger, and nutmeg, the 16-ounce candle has an impressive burn time of over 110 hours, and a clean-burning soy formula that won’t emit soot or smoke. It’s also available in 8- and 20-ounce versions, as well as a harvest spice scent that smells like cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, and allspice.

A reviewer wrote: “The pumpkin pie candle smelled amazing even before being lit. I am so impressed by the intensity of the fragrance, while still being all natural! Wow.”

From beloved brand Voluspa comes this spiced pumpkin latte candle made with clean-burning and natural coconut wax. Set in a convenient tin that comes with a lid, it’s perfect for travel, so you can bring this scent anywhere. The burn time isn’t mentioned, but Voluspa has a reputation for quality, so you can rest assured you’re in good hands.

A reviewer wrote: “The scent is amazing!!”