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Not to sound like every person on TikTok, but I’m truly obsessed with my Dyson Airwrap. Yes, I know it’s super expensive, but I love how easily it can give me flippy curtain bangs or a voluminous blowout or bouncy waves—all with one tool. Still, I’m aware of its limitations, both in cost (ahem, $600) and performance on different hair types. As versatile as I might find the Dyson Airwrap to be, the truth is that some people might benefit more from other styling tools. Folks with extra-long hair, for example, might prefer a curling iron with a longer barrel size, while coarse, curly hair might need a round brush and some tension to stretch out and straighten. So even though the OG works perfectly on my fine hair, you may get better results with an alternative—which is where the best Dyson Airwrap dupes come in.
Whether you’re looking for bouncy curls, straighter hair, tousled bangs, or just an all-in-one styler, I’ve gotchu covered with the best Dyson Airwrap dupes of 2024—tested and reviewed!—that feel close to the real thing. Here’s a peek at my absolute faves:
Now keep scrolling for the full list, along with tips on how to choose a Dyson Airwrap dupe, depending on your hair type and style preferences.
Before I go through all the best Airwrap dupes, let me first break down the original Dyson tool that broke the internet (and continues to go in and out of stock constantly). The Dyson Airwrap utilizes air and minimal heat to dry and style your hair at the same time, with the option of six attachments: a smoothing dryer head, a firm brush, a soft brush, a round brush, and two different-sized curling barrels. Hairstylists, celebrities, and editors (hi, most of Cosmo’s beauty team) are all obsessed with the Airwrap for giving their hair major volume without as much damage as a curling iron, hair straightener, or high-heat hair dryer-and-round brush combo.
Glowing customer review: “I seriously do not know how I have lived without this. I hate drying my hair, and the new Airwrap gives me a fresh look from the salon with little effort. I LOVE IT!”
Basically every beauty editor in my feed has been sharing nonstop selfies of their voluminous, fluffy waves, all courtesy of the new T3 Air Styler. And after using it on my hair for a week straight, I can confirm that it’s worthy of all the praise and clocks in as the best Dyson Airwrap dupe I’ve ever tried. The device feels majorly luxurious (it’s heavy in my hand but not too heavy either) and in the prettiest, rose-gold color that’s rivaling all of my other hair tools for a coveted spot on my vanity.
Overall, it’s the most similar to the OG Dyson Airwrap based on the results I get. It gives my hair some serious volume when I use the round brush, although I wish there was a smaller round brush option for my bangs. But I especially love how my hair looks when I curl with this, since the ceramic coating on the barrel evenly distributes heat for long-lasting curls (that are also seriously shiny, might I add).
Cosmo shopping writer Sarah Maberry, also a fan for her 3a curls, usually finds air stylers take forever since she has to blow out her hair to smooth her roots first. Based on her testing of this T3 one, though, she noticed it took waaaaay less time to zhuzh up her hair on day two or three (and day four or five, IYKYK) than it would with a traditional curling iron. “I loved how the T3 Aire came with curling and blow drying attachments so you won’t need to shell out a second paycheck on a fancy blowdryer brush or waste half your suitcase space on hair tools,” she adds.
Glowing customer review: “T3 Aire 360 Ceramic Air Styler Blowout Kit left me speechless. It came in the most luxurious packaging that impressed me. It had a pink leather bag for storage with slots for each attachment. This blowout kit includes a SoftAire® drying concentrator, an oval brush attachment, a 1.35" ceramic curling attachment (left), and a 1.35" ceramic curling attachment (right). Its base is light, and each attachment easily goes on and off the base. The curling attachment holds hair on its own and creates glossy curls that last throughout the day. The drying concentrator dries the hair well (I have thick hair, and it worked well).”
“The before and after pics you see here were taken literally five minutes apart,” Sarah notes. “While I don’t think air stylers can replace hot tools for everything, they can significantly speed up your hair routine once you master your technique.”
If you want an affordable airstyler that you can buy on your next Ulta trip (hello, points!), Conair’s Digitalaire Styling System should be your pick. First of all, I freakin’ love that you can switch the direction of the airflow on the curling barrel, like the Airwrap, instead of having to swap the barrel. The other attachments are also v similar to Dyson’s, aside from the smoothing Coanda flyaway attachment; instead, I just smoothed my roots with the round brush before curling.
I also tested the InfinitiPro Digitalaire Drying Wand, which might be a great alternative to the AirWrap if all you care about is quickly drying your hair. But for me, I enjoyed this iteration much more since I love the curling function.
Glowing customer review: "INFINITI PRO by Conair DigitalAire is very handy. It works very well, it dries my hair very fast. I really love the fact that you can use the brushes, the curling wand as you please. It is very handy especially if you travel. It comes with a storage bag with compartments. I definitely would recommend this product!"
Whenever anyone asks me how I like the Dyson Airwrap for my fine, short hair, I always say that it's got the smallest round brush barrel, which is great for giving me major volume and styling my bangs. No other device offered up the same thing...until I tested this style from Ella Bella. It comes with two round brush sizes, but I'm especially smitten with the smaller one. It perfectly styles my bangs into lil swoops while volumizing at the roots. The brushes also super gentle and don't tug at my hair, which cuts down on potential damage for my already-fragile strands. I do have to hold my hair on the curling barrels for about 15 seconds to get them to hold as long as the Airwrap, but I don't mind, because the 1.6-inch barrels create an ideal wave.
Glowing customer review: "This is a good styler with lots of attachments that work well to style your hair. Dries hair fast, easy and isn't heavy. The machine is not too big, it's comfortable to use and the case is solid and convenient."
This styler has quickly become one of my go-tos, especially when I want to create lots of volume in my hair. The round brush creates my dream bangs (truly, if I could freeze the bangs in this photo, I would). I'll just brush underneath toward my forward in both directions to help avoid any cowlicks in my hairline, then brush forward and hold in place for 20 to 30 seconds before turning on the cold air for 10 seconds.
Of every Dyson Airwrap dupe I've tested, this one gave me the quickest, most voluminous look of all (see the pic below for proof). I started by drying my roots with the blow-dryer attachment, then gave 'em some lift with the round brush. I loved that it didn't tug at my hair, but still created enough tension to give me some serious va-va-volume. I followed that with the curling attachment to create waves throughout my hair, which not only were bouncy and voluminous but smooth and silky too. Every time I use this tool, I'm so obsessed with how my hair looks.
One caveat is that based on my testing (and senior entertainment editor Emma Baty) you've gotta put some work in to get these curls to hold their shape for longer than an hour or so. I always scrunch in some mousse to give my hair some lift and hold before using the tool. I also make sure to hold the barrel on my hair for 10 to 15 seconds, then hit it with the cold shot for 10 seconds to set them in place.
Glowing customer review: "I have always wanted the dyson or shark airwrap. This has done wonders. I’m obsessed with the big blow out look, and I’ve tried everything. I own hot rollers, regular rollers, and tons of curling wands. My curls hold all day with this. The ceramic coated barrels leave my hair with a beautiful shine. Overall, I’m very satisfied with this product and glad I bought it."
From start to finish, this only took me about five minutes?! But shockingly, my hair looks equally as full and styled as it does when I spend quadruple the time with other tools. Big slay!
"I love that the Bondi gives me four different ways to blow dry my hair on top of the two curling attachments. It replaced about three other tools I had sitting in my drawer. The smallest blow dry brush attachment, for example, gives me really nice volume at my ends. And the curling attachments did give me beautiful, Kate Middleton-esque curls. However, try as I might, I could not get the curls to hold. I tried everything: mousse, hairspray, holding the curls in place while they cooled. So while the immediate results were amazing, they just didn't last for me." — Emma Baty, senior entertainment editor
I wish the Shark team recorded my reaction when they unveiled their FlexStyle tool last summer—especially when they shared the affordable price. It’s very similar to the Dyson Airwrap, though it tends to be better for anyone who travels a lot, thanks to the fact that it’s both lightweight and shockingly powerful. The attached horizontal blow dryer actually has enough power to completely dry your hair (unlike the Airwrap), and it’s so strong and effective that I’ve even used it in a pinch to get rid of the wrinkles in my skirt.
Glowing customer review: “This is a great alternative to the Dyson Airwrap Styler. It’s half the price and easy to curl if you use the right hair products prior to styling. My curls last for days, and it gives my hair an amazing blowout every time.”
Cosmo associate shopping editor Megan Uy swears by the Shark Flexstyle for the smooth, fluffy waves pictured above. After 30 minutes of holding the curl for 10 seconds, followed by a 10-second cool-shot, she unraveled her curls to reveal these incredibly bouncy, soft curls with hella shine (I mean, look at them!!). "I was most impressed by how silky smooth it transformed my dry-looking hair," she noted in her Shark Flexstyle review.
If you like the Airwrap but want even more styling capabilities, try this dupe that comes with six brush attachments, in comparison to Dyson’s three. The tool includes a blow dryer for rough-drying your hair, along with two paddle-brush attachments for straightening and three round brush heads in different sizes (perf for styling bangs, adding volume to your roots, or curling your hair). Basically, this six-in-one tool will replace nearly everything in your tangled drawer of hair tools and brushes. It also features a low and high heat setting and three air-flow options, so you can customize your styling based on your hair type.
Glowing customer review: “I have shorter hair while my sister has long and thick hair. We both use this item with ease! It is easy to use, has amazing power to it, and gets our hair dry and styled in no time!”
If the main reason you want the Dyson is because of its ability to ~simplify~ your routine with just one tool, you may want to try Revlon’s newly updated blow-dryer-curling-iron hybrid. It comes with a blow-dryer brush attachment to help grab, hold, and detangle as you dry, along with a vented curling barrel attachment that uses air to style your hair, making it v similar to the Dyson curling mechanism. But unlike the Dyson Airwrap that holds onto your hair with just air (sometimes causing frizz and flyaways), the Revlon locks your hair down with a clamp, giving you more control over how your curls look. Plus, testers say it gets has a strong airflow that can fully dry and style your hair without the pre-drying the Airwrap requires.
Glowing customer review: “I bought this because I didn’t want to break my wallet buying the Dyson product, and it created gorgeous, big, soft curls. I apply hairspray after, and my curls last all day. Everyone always compliments me on how natural and healthy my hair looks.”
Leave it to the ‘Zon to provide one of the best Dyson Airwrap alternatives we’ve ever seen! Our senior commerce manager, Mackenzie Dunn, recently tested out this Amazon pick, and has rave reviews. “I don’t own the Dyson or Shark, though I’ve used both, but I have to say I’m ready to throw away my massive collection of hot tools in favor of this,” she notes. “As someone with stick straight fine hair, I’m always looking for ways to trick my mane into doing what I want—aka getting that bombshell blowout look—and this hair dryer/hot brush/curling iron has officially given me hope."
She notes that it gets hot very quickly and really makes her hair look shiny, courtesy of the tool's ionic technology. She also loves how easy all five of the attachments are to use and switch out. "I’m super impressed with the packaging—it comes in a sleek leather case, not unlike the Dyson one— price point, and overall quality," she adds. That said, those with thick or coarse hair may find the curling attachments too small and some may find the high heat damaging, FYI.
Glowing customer review: “Very impressed with this product. Everything in one. Dried my hair super fast and the attachments are easy to use. My hair looks fabulous! Worth the price tag.”
Fun fact: I gifted this iron to my mom after she fell in love with using the Dyson Airwrap to create super-fast curls. No, it doesn’t use the same technology as the Dyson—the Airwrap uses air, while the Beachwaver uses direct heat—but it does have an automated curling barrel (here’s a quick visual) that twirls your hair around with the press of a button to create glossy, long-lasting curls (FWIW, it was actually launched in 2011—a whopping seven years before the Airwrap—and has eight patents, so the device is def not a dupe by any means, but the overall ~essence~ of the curls it creates is v similar).
I got my mom the 1-inch iron because she likes those classic beachy waves, but if you’re looking for an exact Airwrap dupe, go for the 1.25-inch iron (shown here) for bigger, fluffier curls.
Glowing customer review: “I’ve tried every method of curlers, and this is by far the easiest one. It took a minute to get used to it, but now it’s very simple to use. It heats up very quickly, and I love that you can customize the heat setting.”
PSA: Do not—I repeat, do not—bring your Dyson Airwrap (or, for that matter, any of these tools you spent your hard-earned cash on) to Europe. The voltage is different, meaning even if you plug it into an adapter, the tool will basically fry and stop working. Instead, snag this dual-voltage hair dryer brush on Amazon before your travels; it's compatible in over 200 countries (but check before you go, ofc). It won't give you the coveted Airwrap curls, but it can still dry your hair and simultaneously amp up the volume while you're on the road. This tool also even comes with an adapter plug that works in the U.S. and Europe, so if you forget your converter, you're covered.
Glowing customer review: "Use the voltage adapter that comes with the product, and it does the job. Yes, a bit loud, but worth it to have the same blow out as you do at home. I just returned from extensive travel to France, Switzerland, Italy, and Monaco, and it worked flawlessly in those countries. You MUST use the voyage adapter that they provide. Very happy to have made the purchase and not experience the headache of dealing with bad hair days!"
When it comes to using the Airwrap paddle brush for stretching your hair, some TikTokers find the teeth on the attachment too firm and harsh. So if you’re working with 4c hair and prefer something a bit gentler, try Pattern’s new blow dryer, whose brush attachment uses flexible nylon bristles for detangling, but adds just enough tension to stretch and fluff your hair. The dryer also comes with three other attachments (a diffuser, a concentrator nozzle, and wide-tooth comb) for detangling, drying, and defining curls.
Glowing customer review: “I’m absolutely in love with how my curls have responded to this gentle dryer. Dyson, literally who?”
If the whole point of the Dyson Airwrap that appeals to you is a voluminous blowout (or Sabrina Carpenter-esque bangs), maybe all you need is this thermal round brush from Mane. The medium size is great for creating waves or a sleek look and gets close to your roots to add lots of lift without totally scalding you either (although, if you want bigger curls or have long hair, it does come in a large version). The nano-coated ceramic barrel helps smooth out your hair and add mega shine as you brush through.
Glowing customer review: “I absolutely love this hair tool! It’s the one I reach for almost every day because I love the way it makes my hair looks bouncy and put together. A must have in my daily routine and I do not regret this buy at all."
This three-in-one tool includes a round-brush attachment and a paddle-brush attachment that are excellent at smoothing thick hair without tugging (unlike the Airwrap brushes, according to some testers), thanks to their mix of plastic and nylon bristles. So, if you want a Rachel Green-style blowout on your thick hair, start with the round-brush attachment at your roots and slowly pull it down through your hair, flipping in the ends slightly by angling the tool. Or you can get a super-sleek look by running the paddle brush through your hair, section by section, following with a smoothing cream for some hold and shine. Even better? It also comes with a blow dryer attachment, making this a genius invention to travel with.
Glowing customer review: “The blow-dry end is my favorite by far—I have really thick, curly hair, and this tool dried my hair soooo quickly. The roundbrush reminded me a lot of the Drybar double shot, but it had more temperature settings that allowed for more control! I also like that the paddle brush did not make my hair look stick-like on the ends and still gave a smooth finish!"
When someone asks me for a Dyson Airwrap dupe for getting silky, straight hair, I point them to the wildly good YouTube reviews for Tymo’s straightening brush. Truly, reviewers with fine hair, long hair, curly hair, type-4 hair, thick hair, you name it, all swear by this brush for getting a sleek style in less time than it would take a typical flat iron or the Airwrap. Why? Because the brush head has narrowly spaced “teeth” that help divide your hair through the bristles, delivering even heat distribution to each hair strand to avoid having to go over each piece multiple times—whereas the Airwrap’s brush heads have wide-spaced teeth that don’t emit as much heat.
Glowing customer review: “The TYMO is AMAZING. As someone with 4c hair who is very reluctant to use heat and heating products, I was very hesitant, but from trying it just once, I fell in love. I liked how while it gets very hot, it never burned me. It sure does not only straighten my hair but makes it look so shiny and silky looking.”
Beth Gillette is the beauty editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers skincare, makeup, hair, nails, and more across digital and print. She can generally be found in bright eyeshadow furiously typing her latest feature or hemming and hawing about a new product you "have to try." Prior to Cosmopolitan, she wrote and edited beauty content as an Editor at The Everygirl for four years. Follow her on Instagram for makeup selfies and a new hair 'do every few months.
Daisy Maldonado is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan who loves writing about fashion trends, must-have beauty products, and digital culture. When she's not writing, you can almost certainly find her shopping (she knows her credit card numbers by heart) or obsessing over celebrity news. Although she’s acquired an extensive closet over the years, her favorite item she owns is a Harry Styles Love On Tour hoodie she purchased at his concert in Manchester. Daisy's work has appeared on Refinery29, The Daily Beast, E! News, Allure and more. Keep up with all of her chaotic travels, NYC life and fashionable moments on her Instagram.
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