This Valentine’s Day, if you’re buying a gift for your significant other, don’t waste money on chocolates or flowers; branch out and try surprising your partner with something a little different!

With these innovative gadgets, you can ensure that your special someone is thoroughly spoilt on this big day. Or, if you’re single, why not treat yourself instead? There’s no reason why you can’t show yourself some love!

Soto Aroma Diffuser

Neal’s Yard Remedies: £55

This elegant Soto diffuser will not only add some style to your decor, but it works wonders by reducing stress levels and helping you sleep better.

Oil diffusers are a very thoughtful gift, as they calm the mind and body, and can also be used to create a romantic atmosphere – ideal for Valentine’s Day! The Soto Aroma Diffuser is great, as it also has colour-changing mood lighting, and can be set on a single colour of your choice. And it has a no light option, making it perfect if you want to use it to improve your sleep.

This diffuser is easy to use, has an auto shut-off and even acts as a mini humidifier by creating a calming scented mist, which will quickly freshen up any room in the house. This gadget will certainly create the right atmosphere for you and your Valentine.

Bellabeat Leaf Chakra

John Lewis: £129.99

Wearable tech is quickly becoming the new norm, with smartwatches, bracelets and even rings appearing on the gadget scene. Combining clever tech with beautiful jewellery, the Bellabeat Leaf Chakra has the best of both.

This smart necklace tracks your activity thanks to the Bellabeat app, which you can download on your phone and link to your Leaf Chakra. It then tracks all your steps and how many calories you’ve burned. The app also includes meditation exercises and can measure your sleeping patterns. And it’s waterproof, so you don’t have to worry about getting caught in the rain!

If you, or someone you know, wants to improve their wellness, this piece of smart jewellery is ideal. It even contains a beautiful rose quartz stone, which is both romantic and is said to promote a positive outlook.

Sage the Duo Temp Pro Espresso Coffee Machine

John Lewis: £199

Sometimes, the perfect Valentine’s gift is something that both you and your partner can enjoy. So, if you want to save money on Starbucks trips, this savvy espresso coffee machine is a must-have. Not only does it make for an attractive addition to your kitchen, but the Duo Temp Pro also guarantees a perfect cup of coffee with every use.

The delicious coffee is achieved when the machine purges cold water through the heating system, stopping the coffee from becoming too bitter. The Duo Temp Pro comes with a cup-warming tray, a removable drip tray, and even has an ‘empty me’ indicator to stop the water from overflowing, and a commercial style steam wand for milk texturing. Basically, it will feel like you have your own personal barista at home.