Boy Smells reviews and discussion

4.4

90% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Distinctive, complex fragrance profiles
  • Chic, giftable minimalist packaging
  • Impressive scent throw performance
  • Long, even candle burn duration
  • Inconsistent burn quality tunneling
  • Occasional sooty, smoky extinguish
  • Variable scent strength projection
  • Rare vessel and label defects

Boy Smells earns largely positive reviews for richly unique, room‑filling scents—standouts include Hinoki Fantôme, Cashmere Kush, Cowboy Kush, Cedar Stack, LES, and Slow Burn—and sleek, giftable packaging. Reviews also flag inconsistencies: tunneling and uneven burns, occasional weak throw or over‑potent scents depending on fragrance, sooting/smoky snuff‑outs, rare vessel defects, and mixed longevity in perfumes, making scent selection and burn care essential.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

729 reviews and posts

  • I bought a few of these - they smell great. Only downside is I had one that melted to the bottom and I heard a huge cracking sound and it shattered. It didn't do it with the other ones, but made me skeptical to buy more.

  • The scents are to die for. I’ve purchased several of their perfumes and several candles as well. Excellent quality. They have a perfume sample kit that you can use to try the scents and it comes with a code towards the purchase of a full size.

  • Love the smell, and how it makes me feel. The smell lasts long and makes my house smell wonderful.

  • Got the holiday pack. Was recommended by a co-worker. I don’t really burn candles anymore but the packaging and look is nice, smell is nice but can’t get over the outrageous price tag. Maybe if you wanted to get it for someone as a gift I would say yes, but if they don’t know the brand they would think you just paid under 20.00. The smell doesn’t last as long as yankee candles which was my go to brand but still smells nice before burning.

  • Boy Smells candles smell so good! My favorite buy was the mini Pride collection set. Not only did I love the scents, but I also reused the vessels as storage containers.

  • The Boy Smells candles redefine ambiance with unique scents that blend sophistication and creativity. My favorite was the scent "Redhead"! The scents are subtle yet captivating and really fill the whole room. They had about a 50 hour burn time. For the price I do wish they were a little larger but overall great experience!

  • ST. AL is my favorite Sandalwood candle ever. Cheaper than Le Labo but smells just as good. Give me 100.

  • Absolutely love the boy smells candles. They have a good throw, wonderful scents (shout out to petal), and have a long burn time. They do burn a little smoky, even with regular wick trimming

  • The copal set is a winner. They captured the fragrance so well and the brand is simple and elegant. They are one of the few brands that have managed to have great scents without overdoing it and the candles last.

  • Despite the gross idea of a boy smell the candle I have smells great. Cute branding . I got as a gift

  • I love boysmells candles! The scents are always layered and complex, with a good throw and chic vessel. Never overly sweet or masculine, the ideal balance. I also love to support a queer owned business.

  • Pretty nice smelling candle! I do prefer cleaner candles so I personally wouldn’t buy again but it smells great!

  • Boy Smells candles are the real deal! 🔥💨 Not only are they Instagram-worthy (seriously, that packaging though 📸), but they fill your space with the most amazing scents. 🕯️✨ Obsessed with how long-lasting and unique these candles are. 10/10, would buy again and again. 🙌

  • Slow burn is nice but $52 is steep I haven’t had any wick placement issues but to be honest I probably won’t buy again because it costs so much.

  • Love their candles. They smell really good and the branding is top notch.

  • I know they're pricey, but for a pricey candle, they do the trick. The smell of their candles is so fantastic and the branding is spot on. Great gift!

  • Absolutely delightful! Unique fragrances and the candles are beautiful and luxurious. I like that they aren't totally overpowering scents, finally one my husband hasn't complained about!