The Best Dyson Airwrap Alternatives for Red Carpet-Ready Hair on Sale During Amazon Prime Day
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While few hairstyles beat Halle Berry’s iconic pixie cut, we also love the long, bouncy blowouts mastered by Gisele Bündchen, Jennifer Lopez and Beyoncé. Additional voluminous hair icons include Jane Fonda in Barbarella (Sydney Sweeney will star in the remake of the 1968 cult sci-fi film) and — more recently — Gen Z muse Matilda Djerf. One thing all of these women have in common is that they’ve inspired dozens of fans to attempt their legendary looks at home with the help of hair styling tools.
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While the very viral Dyson Airwrap is a clear crowd-pleaser, some of us may be looking for a similar multi-tasking tool that gets the job done for a fraction of the price. If you’re on the hunt for well-vetted alternatives, we’ve rounded up some of the best Dyson Airwrap alternatives for salon-quality blowouts. From T3’s celebrity stylist-approved tool and Shark’s new Dyson competitor, to a new favorite by Amazon brand Fentgo, see our top picks below.
The Best Prime Day Deals on Dyson Airwrap Alternatives
BEST MULTI-STYLER OVERALL Shark FlexStyle Air Styling and Drying System, $237
$300BEST UNDER $200 Fentgo 5-in-1 Hair Brush and Air Styling System, $112
$140BEST VALUE MULTI-STYLER Revamp Progloss Airstyle 6-in-1 Hot Air Multi Styler, $130
BEST BLOW DRYER BRUSH T3 Aire 360 Air Styler, $255
$300BEST VALUE BLOW DRYER BRUSH Revlon One-Step Volumizer Plus 2.0 Dryer/Brush, $31
$70BEST CURLER Chi Spin N Curl, $63
$110BEST INVESTMENT Drybar Reserve 3-in-1 Interchangeable Blow Dryer, $297
$349BEST FOR TRAVEL L’Ange Le Duo 360 Airflow Styler, $60
$119FASTEST HAIR DRYER Shark SpeedStyle Hair Dryer, $160
$200BEST FOR CURLY AND COILY HAIR Amika Blow Dryer Brush 2.0, $100
BEST OVERALL
Shark FlexStyle Air Styling and Drying System
$237 $300 21% off
Hollywood hairstylist Chris Appleton is an ambassador of Shark’s FlexStyle Air Styling and Drying System, which has quickly become a direct Dyson Airwrap competitor. In our experience, it’s noticeably heavier than Dyson’s tool and doesn’t offer the same Coanda hair-wrapping effect (which helps deliver tighter, smoother curls and styling), but is still comparable in getting the job done in record time and on a budget.
The set comes in two system options based on your hair type, plus a bonus build-your-own system if you want to mix accessories. The Straight and Wavy system features two 1.25-in. auto-wrap curlers, one oval brush, one concentrator and one paddle brush, while the Curly and Coily system comes with all of those accessories, except the paddle brush is swapped for a curl-defining diffuser.
BEST UNDER $200
Fentgo 5-in-1 Air Styling & Drying System
$106.40 $140 24% off
While nothing will ever compare to Dyson’s Coanda effect (which delivers tight, smooth curls), Fentgo’s five-in-one ionic 110,000rpm hair dryer and multi-styler is a close second, especially for the price. On sale for $105 when you apply the extra 5% off coupon on Amazon, this affordable hair styling tool is over 80 percent cheaper than its pricey competitor.
The styling barrel felt just as lightweight and ergonomic as the Airwrap, and it comes with two curling barrels (for clockwise and counterclockwise curls), an oval volumizing brush and a concentrator attachment that helps to smooth out flyaways. There are three drying speeds and three heat settings, plus a cold shot button for setting styles.
BEST BLOW DRYER BRUSH OVERALL
T3 Aire 360 Air Styler Blowout Kit with Ceramic Curling Attachments
T3’s just-launched Aire 360 Air Styler Blowout kit is for fans of the brand’s best-selling AireBrush Duo brush, which is on sale during Prime Day for 30 percent off. Compared to the AireBrush, the Aire 360 has a slimmer, lighter base and comes with four attachments: a gloss-giving oval brush, two ceramic 1.35-in. curling barrels (one left and one right) and a SoftAire concentrator. Designed to leave hair glossy and without heat damage, the multi-tool air styler has three heat and speed settings (up to 237 degrees Fahrenheit) and is equipped with a smart microchip to distribute precise, digitally-controlled heat.
Fans of the brand include celebrity hair stylist Erica Birdoes, who was the hair department head on Hulu’s well-reviewed comedy This Fool. Of the T3 AireBrush, she says, “I love that they combine soft bristles on the brushes. You do have to get your hair mostly dry before using [it], but I feel like it locks the style in longer with less effort than the Dyson Airwrap.”
BEST BLOW DRYER BRUSH UNDER $100
Revlon One-Step Volumizer Plus 2.0 Hair Dryer and Hot Air Brush
$30.87 $69.99 56% off
$32.59 $68.88 53% off
With over 430,000 positive ratings of four stars or more, Revlon’s One-Step Volumizer Plus 2.0 Hair Dryer styler is one of the best affordable Dyson Airwrap alternatives — and it’s on sale for 56 percent off during Prime Day. It offers a versatile 2.4-in. head size that helps create a range of styling options, from flips to soft waves. Other key features include your choice of four heat settings (low, medium, high and cool), a smooth glide that helps reduce frizz and ceramic barrel with titanium tourmaline to reduce and protect against heat damage.
BEST CURLER FOR MEDIUM-LENGTH HAIR
Chi Spin N Curl
$63.10 $110 43% off
Over 26,000 shoppers have spoken, and they’re reaching for Chi’s Spin N Curl tool to recreate salon-quality curls and waves like Gisele Bündchen in her Victoria’s Secret Angel era. One unique detail that sets this styler apart is its design: hair is inserted into the opening of the curl chamber rather than wrapped around the tool, making it kinder to your wrists.
Word to the wise: reviewers recommend this tool for short to medium-length hair, as those with longer hair may have a difficult time dealing with the curl chamber’s strand limitations. (It will beep if you put too much hair in at once.)
BEST BLOW DRYER BRUSH SPLURGE
Drybar Reserve 3-in-1 Interchangeable Blow Dryer
$296.65 $349.00 15% off
Celebrity hairstylist Bryce Scarlett (who works with Hailey Bieber, Olivia Rodrigo, Margot Robbie and more) is an ambassador for Drybar, which is known for making Hollywood blowouts accessible to all. The brand’s Reserve 3-in-1 Interchangeable Blow Dryer features an ultralight, ergonomic design and three interchangeable attachments — an oval brush, paddle brush and concentrator — to help you achieve long-lasting waves at your leisure.
BEST WALLET-FRIENDLY OPTION
Conair Hot Air Brush
$25 $33 24% off
Devotees of InfinitiPro by Conair’s seemingly discontinued Hot Air Multi-Styler will find a worthy (and more wallet-friendly) alternative in the 1,000-watt Conair Hot Air Brush. It features a double ceramic heating design that delivers even heat for fast styling and two speed settings. This one also comes with three attachments: a 1.25-inch thermal brush for curling or straightening, and a concentrator for silky smooth tresses and a .75-inch nylon and boar bristle brush for curling.
BEST ALL-IN-ONE STYLER FOR TRAVELING
L'Ange Le Duo 360 Airflow Titanium Styler
$62.30 $119 48% off
$60 $119 50% off
Given that our hairstyles change with our moods, L’Ange’s Le Duo 360 Airflow Styler makes it easy to switch from a smooth and sleek look to a bouncy curls moment. Favorite features include floating titanium plates with rounded edges for even heat distribution and none of the creasing and snagging we’ve all experienced while attempting waves with a basic flat iron. This styler also includes a built-in fan and 360-degree vented airflow to instantly cool hair on contact, locking in your shiny, frizz-free style. It has five temperature settings from 280°F to 430°F and a built-in clip to easily secure and style hair, and the dual voltage makes it great for traveling.
FASTEST AIR DRYER AND STYLER
Shark SpeedStyle Hair Dryer
$159 $200 21% off
$160 $200 20% off
One more innovative Shark tool, this time the powerful SpeedStyle hair dryer (also available in curly/coily or wavy/straight options, or build your own set) that claims to automatically recognize styles and intelligently set heat and airflow, thanks to its dual optical sensors. Ideal for those on the go, Fans are most impressed with its high-velocity heated air and ionized air output, which delivers ultra-fast drying with no heat damage.
BEST VALUE AIRWRAP ALTERNATIVE
Revamp Progloss Airstyle 6-in-1 Hot Air Multi Styler
For the most bang for buck, Revamp’s Proglass Airstyle multi-tasking styler features a generous six attachments for customization: a curl diffuser, a .75-in. air curling iron, a 1.5-in. rotating air brush, a 1.25-in. bristle brush, a cushioned paddle brush and a drying nozzle. The tool’s ceramic barrel is also infused with progloss super smooth oils including keratin, argan and coconut oils to lock in frizz-free shine and hydration.
BEST FOR CURLY AND COILY HAIR
Amika Blow Dryer Brush 2.0
Sustainable and inclusive haircare brand Amika has developed an innovative hair styling tool that promises an effortless, glossy finish. The Blow Dryer Brush 2.0‘s large oval barrel creates volume at the root, while its dynamic duo of long and short bristles detangle, smooth and minimize breakage. Also key are the adjustable heat settings, which provide a customized blowout that works for a variety of hair types.
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