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Anyone who has tried the best Dyson hair tools understands the hype behind its sleek designs and innovative features. Once you’ve experienced Dyson’s airflow- and temperature-regulating technology, you’ll realize blow-drying can and should be a smoother, less time-consuming process. (And you deserve healthier and shinier hair that isn’t subject to excessive heat, of course.)
Many Dyson tools also come with versatile attachments (diffusers, flyaway tamers, and straighteners—you name it), Bluetooth connectivity, and heat sensors that turn the temperature down when the device gets too close to your head. The entire product lineup promises faster styling, less frizz and heat damage, stronger hold, and salon-worthy results—and we can attest to these, as editors who have tried every Dyson tool on the market. Ahead, we break down the Dyson tools that we think are worth investing in, depending on your hair texture and unique needs. Happy styling!
Our Top Dyson Hair Tools
- Custom Code: Dyson Airwrap I.D. Multi-Styler and Dryer, $649
- Work Smarter, Not Harder: Dyson Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer, $549
- High and Dry: Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer, $520
- Curl and Tell: Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x Multi-Styler and Dryer Curly + Coily, $749
- Sleek Status: Dyson Airstrait Straightener, $550
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As beauty editors, we’ve tested just about every hot tool on the market—Dyson or otherwise—weighing factors like ease of use, attachments, and drying time. After months of extensive testing, these are the Dyson hair tools that truly live up to the hype and are actually worth the splurge.
Custom Code: Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multi-Styler and Dryer
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Allure commerce writer Lily Wohlner using the Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multi-Styler and Dryer
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Allure senior art director Ingrid Fowler using the Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multi-Styler and Dryer
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Why we love it: Since its debut in 2018, the Dyson Airwrap has taken the hairstyling world by storm, racking up six Best of Beauty and Reader’s Choice Awards along the way—including a coveted Best of Beauty Breakthrough Award in 2025. In 2024, the brand gave its iconic styler an upgrade with the Airwrap I.D., available in two versions: the Straight/Wavy (with a thicker curling attachment and a flyaway smoother) and the Curly/Coily (comes with six standard attachments, plus a diffuser and wide-tooth comb). It was an instant hit with our editors, as evidenced by its Allure Best of Beauty win in 2025.
The Airwrap I.D. is a smarter take on the original—proof that even an already-great hair tool can get even better. Both new versions feature Bluetooth connectivity that links to an app, letting you create a personalized hair profile. Based on your hair type and thickness, you can tweak heat settings, select your preferred curling sequence, and follow guided styling tutorials. New attachments—including a conical barrel with a tapered tip, a large round volumizing brush for maximum bounce, and a fast hair dryer attachment that the brand claims dries hair in eight minutes compared to 15 minutes with the original model—add even more customization to the tool, giving you the freedom to create any hairstyle you want.
Wohlner before using the Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multi-Styler and Dryer
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Wohlner after using the Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multi-Styler and Dryer
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Fowler after using the Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multi-Styler and Dryer
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Like the original Airwrap, there’s a bit of a learning curve, but once you get the hang of it, we wholeheartedly believe it will become your go-to for a bouncy blowout with some practice. Dyson’s signature Coanda airflow technology, to put it simply, is optimized airflow that circulates air and temperature more efficiently. The result is a quick dry with minimal frizz. If you already own the old Dyson Airwrap, don’t fret—it’s compatible with all six of the newer I.D. attachments, so you can buy those separately if you’re not ready to dish out the extra money.
Tester feedback from commerce writer Lily Wohlner
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“Recently, I’ve been using my old hair dryer brush because my Dyson was tucked away, but last weekend I brought it back out to give it a whirl, and I totally forgot how fast it works. I swear, it takes me at least 15 minutes longer using my blow-dryer brush. Now that it’s back in my life, it’s staying at the top of my hair-care drawer for the moments that I need a shiny, bouncy blowout in half the time (which, for this busy gal, is always!).” —Lily Wohlner, commerce writer
Tester feedback from senior art director Ingrid Fowler
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“This is the best hair tool I've ever had and leaves me with a voluminous blowout that lasts days. It is a true multi-tool that works quickly and quietly. I love that you can select your hair type and length on the app, which then creates your custom heat and time formula: wrap time, plus curl time, plus cool shot. I no longer have to think about how long I'm holding the tool against my hair because it releases the curl at the end of my wrap time. I’m obsessed!” —Ingrid Fowler, senior art director
Tester feedback from associate social media manager Katherine Gunderman
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“This has become a tool I literally cannot live without. As a girl with fine hair and curtain bangs, my hair is not hard to style, but it is not the kind that looks good when I’ve just rolled out of bed. The curling and round brush attachments have become a crucial part of my routine, and the Dyson makes curling or blowing out my hair so user-friendly. I use this on damp hair and dry hair when I'm styling it and it gives me curls that hold without the heat damage and fear of burning myself with an iron. Even when I'm in a hurry, it only takes me three minutes to run the round brush over my bangs and curl in the ends of my bob.” —Katherine Gunderman, social media manager
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- Attachments: 6 (conical Airwrap barrel, dryer + flyaway smoother, anti-snag loop brush, 1.6” airwrap long barrel, large round volumizing brush, fast dryer)
- Power/Heat Settings: 3 heat, 3 speed
- Weight: 1.5 lbs
Work Smarter, Not Harder: Dyson Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer
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Allure writer Siena Gagliano using the Dyson Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer
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Allure senior staff writer Elizabeth Gulino using the Dyson Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer
Why we love it: Getting burned by hot tools is so old school, and Dyson’s Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer knows it. The latest upgrade to the original Supersonic Hair Dryer (a classic that we still haven’t retired), it automatically adjusts heat settings as you move it closer to your scalp, preventing sudden heat spikes and protecting your skin. In fact, it took home a 2024 Best of Beauty Breakthrough Award—which we only award to a handful of truly groundbreaking products—for its innovative Time to Flight sensor, which detects how far it is away from your hair.
Plus, it remembers your most-used settings, seamlessly adapting the heat and airflow, and can also sense which of the five included attachments—concentrator, diffuser, wide-tooth comb, a little hook for flyaways, or a ring for gentle airflow—you've popped on and adjusts its temperature and airflow accordingly. It dries hair in record time (some editors have styled their entire heads in under five minutes), and if you need to pause to re-section, it instantly detects when you set it down, lowering airflow and noise until you’re ready to pick it up again.
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Tester feedback from writer Siena Gagliano
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“If you’re going to buy any Dyson tool, it should be the Dyson Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer. Like all Dyson tools, it’s where technology meets beauty at its best. It’s my top pick simply because I can’t go a wash day without it anymore.” —Siena Gagliano, writer
Tester feedback from senior staff writer Elizabeth Gulino
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“On wash days, I usually let my hair air-dry, but a few times a month, I'll use my Dyson Nural hair dryer to speed up the process. I specifically like using the diffuser attachment to enhance my natural waves. In addition to its sleek, aesthetically pleasing design, the Dyson Nural is quieter than other tools I've used and extremely light—a plus when you realize half the work of using a hair dryer is holding your arms up. It also significantly reduces my drying time—now I'm in and out of the bathroom in under 10 minutes. I've experienced minimal heat damage while using it, likely thanks to its impressive technology: the Nural automatically adjusts its heat settings as it gets closer to your scalp. Dyson's products are on the pricier side, but they're worth the investment. I've had my Airwrap for 7 years now (!!), and it still works perfectly fine—almost like I got it yesterday.” —Elizabeth Gulino, senior staff writer
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- Attachments: 5 (Wave + Curl Diffuser, styling concentrator, gentle air attachment, flyaway attachment, wide tooth comb)
- Power/Heat Settings: 4 heat, 3 speed
- Weight: 1.8 lbs
Oldie But a Goodie: Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
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Why it’s worth it: Made with a patented Air Multiplier technology that speeds up the entire drying process, the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer measures air temperature 20 times every second to keep the flow consistent and prevent damage. Thanks to this innovative and downright reliable tech, it currently holds the top spot in our best hair dryers roundup—and Best of Beauty and Readers’ Choice Awards, to boot.
The Supersonic’s ability to work across every hair type—thick, fine, curly, coily, the list goes on—also gave it a leg up in our testing. When we first gave it a whirl back in 2017, one of our testers said it dried her thick, coarse, and wavy hair in four minutes and 17 seconds, versus the usual 15 minutes it takes her with other tools. Our fine- and curly-haired tester said that it also cut her blow-dry time in half and never felt too hot on her skin. Perfect for those with less-involved styling routines, the dryer comes with three attachments (unlike the Nural’s five): a diffuser for curls, a wide-tooth comb to detangle, and a smoothing nozzle to concentrate airflow right where you need it. But, if you like to keep things simple and to-the-point, these attachments are everything you’d ever need. All in all, the Supersonic franchise has changed our post-wash and styling routines for the better, and for that, we are eternally grateful.
Allure commerce editor Sarah Han before using the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer
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Tester feedback from commerce editor Sarah Han
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“I can fully dry my hair in about 10 minutes—and that’s saying something, because I have fine hair but a lot of it. The Dyson Supersonic is fast, powerful, and just really well-engineered. I usually rough dry for a couple of minutes, then add my leave-ins and serums, wrap it up in a towel to soak things in, and go back in with a paddle brush if I want a sleek finish. The attachments snap on magnetically, which I didn’t think I’d care about until I realized how easy and secure they are—and the cord is long enough that I don’t have to contort myself to reach an outlet in my tiny NYC bathroom. It’s not the lightest dryer out there, but I haven’t found anything else that works this well, so I haven’t even felt the need to try.” —Sarah Han, commerce editor
Tester feedback from contributor Annie Blackman
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"The Dyson Supersonic is the be-all-end-all of hair dryers. What I love about it is how quick and quiet it is, and how light it feels in my hand. The airflow is super controlled, so I don’t get that blustery, frizz-inducing blast that I’ve experienced with other dryers. The only issue I’ve had is occasionally hitting the on-off switch by accident because of where it’s placed, but that’s such a small thing compared to how well it works. I honestly just wish it came with a brush attachment—otherwise, it’s perfect for my routine.” —Annie Blackman, contributor
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- Attachments: 3 (diffuser, wide tooth comb, smoothing nozzle)
- Power/Heat Settings: 4 heat, 3 speed
- Weight: 1.6 lbs
Curl and Tell: Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x Multi-Styler and Dryer Curly+Coily
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Allure senior commerce director Shanna Shipin using the Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x Multi-Styler and Dryer Curly+Coily
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Why we love it: If you have curly or coily hair and you’re still struggling to find a styler that actually works with your texture—not against it—the Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2X Multi-Styler and Dryer Curly + Coily is the game-changer you’ve been waiting for. Weighing in at just under a pound, it’s the most lightweight tool on this list—an important factor because curly hair usually takes longer to try. (Repeat after us: No sore arms!) This particular Airwrap also has the most high-powered motor of all Dyson tools, spinning at 150,000 RPM (revolutions per minute), which means it dries hair hyper-quickly. The tool automatically shuts off when it senses that it’s been put down—useful for those with longer, thicker hair that needs to be sectioned out. With six different attachments, from a diffuser to a volumizing round brush, you can transform your style into anything you’ve ever dreamed of, whether that’s smooth, silky strands or bouncy, shiny curls.
P.S. Similar to the I.D., there’s a Straight+Wavy version with a straightener attachment and a smaller barrel, rather than the diffuser and wide- tooth tension comb attachment included with this Curly+Coily version.
Shipin before using the Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x Multi-Styler and Dryer Curly+Coily
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Shipin after using the Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x Multi-Styler and Dryer Curly+Coily
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Allure editor in chief Jessica Cruel using the Dyson Airwrap with the straightening brush attachment
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Cruel after using the Dyson Airwrap with the straightening brush attachment
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Tester feedback from senior commerce director Shanna Shipin
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“This is the best Dyson tool I have ever tried—period. I have type 3A curly hair that I sometimes wear natural and sometimes blow-dry; this version of the Airwrap gets whatever look I want to achieve done in 15 minutes or less (yes!). This is coming from someone with low-porosity hair that takes seemingly forever to dry. The fact that I can get my curly hair handled before one of my two kids notices I'm gone is a miracle in itself. I love to use the round brush to create gentle tension that makes my blowouts last for days on end; the attachment is a vast improvement over the older version, IMO. This new iteration gets far closer to the roots for a more natural finish. There's zero frizz, all volume, and just the most Farrah Fawcett-like hair of your life—no tugging, singing, or sore arms necessary. And the diffuser? There are two settings, and both are so effective at giving you bouncy and juicy curls. One really amazing feature is that the tool automatically shuts off when it senses that it’s been put down, an unexpected but much-loved perk for routine stylers like me.
If you have the original Airwrap, if you're new to multi-stylers, or if you're Dyson-curious, this is the product to buy—especially in this new Amber Silk color. It’s a pretty warm honey that's more my style than the classic midnight blue. Any Dyson is an investment, and while this one's steep, you'll be able to kiss your curling iron, blow dryer, and straightener goodbye with a single hot tool. For curly girls especially, it's nice to have a tool that feels tailor-made for your routine. The only person I might not recommend it for? A constant traveler who loves doing their hair on the go; the power cord is heavy and not very compact, making this less frequent flier-friendly than other stylers on the market.” —Shanna Shipin, senior commerce director
Tester feedback from editor in chief Jessica Cruel
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"I'd been lobbying blow-dryer brands for years to make a comb attachment for thick, kinky hair. Dyson finally did it—and did it so well. I used the firm brush in the Airwrap collection to stretch my hair before doing a DIY trim, and I was surprised at how easy the process was. The attachment never went flying like with previous combs I've used, and I didn't have to become a contortionist like when I use a separate brush to straighten." —Jessica Cruel, editor in chief
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- Attachments: 6 (conical Airwrap barrel, wide-tooth tension comb, wave + curl diffuser, anti-snag loop brush, 1.6” airwrap long barrel, large round volumizing brush, fast dryer)
- Power/Heat Settings: 4 heat, 3 speed
- Weight: 0.9 lbs
Sleek Status: Dyson Airstrait Straightener
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Allure senior beauty editor Jesa Marie Calaor using the Dyson Airstrait Straightener
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Why we love it: We can still hear the sizzle and smell the burnt hair from our high school days—frantically running a straightener over our damp hair before sprinting out the door. If only we had the Dyson Airstrait back then, which allows you to dry and straighten your hair with just one device—saving you precious time (even if you’ve swapped school for the office). Unlike traditional straighteners that can cause damage and frizz with excessive amounts of heat, this tool skips hot plates entirely. Instead, the Airstrait uses unheated tension bars to hold damp or dry hair in place while high-velocity air (up to 285 degrees Fahrenheit)—blown at a precise 45-degree angle—dries, smooths, and straightens. “At temperatures this low, this tool is unlikely to cause damage to even wet hair,” New Brunswick, New Jersey-based cosmetic chemist Trefor Evans previously told Allure. Plus, built-in thermostats regulate airflow temperature up to 16 times per second to minimize heat damage, leaving you with shinier hair.
And for quick touch-ups on dry hair, there’s a setting that goes up to 320 degrees Fahrenheit. Once you’re done heat-styling, run the Cool setting through each section to set your look.
Allure commerce producer Sarah Hoffmann before using the Dyson Airstrait Straightener
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Calaor after using the Dyson Airstrait Straightener
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Tester feedback from commerce producer Sarah Hoffmann
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"It's really nice not having to hold a brush in one hand and a hair dryer in the other for the 30-plus minutes it takes for my hair to dry. The wide clamp is great for covering large sections of hair all at once, but I definitely needed multiple passes to add shine and smoothness to my curly hair.” —Sarah Hoffmann, commerce producer
Tester feedback from senior beauty editor Jesa Marie Calaor
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“My hair dries poof-y, so I had my doubts that the Airstrait could subdue it without heated plates. Before styling, I towel dried, prepped my waves with the Lolavie Glossing Detangler, and divided [my waves] into four sections. Then I pressed the “on” button and ran the tool down smaller sections, about an inch and a half thick. “After I finished styling my entire head — which took about 20 minutes — my hair was straight and extra-soft. Like, really soft. And my ends didn’t feel as thirsty as they do after styling with other wet-to-dry tools.”—Jesa Marie Calaor, senior beauty editor
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- Attachments: none
- Power/Heat Settings: 4 heat, 3 speed
- Weight: 1.6 lbs
How we test and review products
We always enlist a range of testers for any review, but hair-care products and tools are another story. While some can be used across different hair textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, colors (natural and unnatural), and concerns, many are created with specific consumers and their needs in mind. When reviewing tools, we also take into account testers’ experience levels. For instance, an innovative new blow-dryer may feature industry-leading technology, but if the only people who find it intuitive to use are professional hairstylists, we have to consider this when determining whether it is worthy of a recommendation.
For our review of the best Dyson hair tools, we enlisted the help of multiple editors, writers, contributors, and experts—who all have different hair concerns and types and desired outcomes (i.e., want shinier hair), and factored in whether one product was tested across multiple hair types (i.e., straight, wavy, and curly hair). Testers considered performance across three primary categories: efficacy, safety and ease of use, value. For more on what's involved in our reporting, check out our complete reviews process and methodology page.
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A beauty product is a personal purchase. You might be searching for a face cream to address persistent dryness or a new nail product to add to your Sunday self-care routine; you may simply be browsing around for the latest launches to hit the hair market. No matter what you seek or your individual needs and concerns, Allure wants to ensure that you love anything we recommend in our stories. We believe that having a diverse team of writers and editors—in addition to the wide range of outside testers and industry experts we regularly call upon—is essential to reaching that goal.
After all, can we really say a skin-care product is the "best" for people over 50 if the only testers we’ve solicited opinions from folks who have yet to hit 30? Can we honestly deem a high-end diffuser hair dryer worthy of your hard-earned cash if it’s never been tested on curls? We’re proud that our staff spans a wide range of ages, skin tones, hair textures, genders, and backgrounds, which means that we are able to fairly assess any beauty product that comes into the beauty closet.
