Dyson Airwrap review: is it worth the money?
IF you spend any time on TikTok, you'll have probably seen a Dyson Airwrap review or two.
The hair drying styler has become a must-have for anyone who's looking for a professional level blow out at home, without having to co-ordinate a round brush and a hairdryer simultaneously (a struggle for those of us that find directions in the mirror a bit tricky).
But at £479.99 a pop ($599.99 if you're in the US) is it worth the hype? We put the Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler Complete to the test to find out whether you should splash your hard earned cash.
Overall rating: 4.5/5
Pros
- Low heat means less hair damage
- Blow dries and styles
- Options for short, long and coily/curly hair
- Professional level blow out with little fuss
Cons
- Very expensive
- Difficult to get the hang of at first
- Too many attachments
Dyson Airwrap review: first impressions
- UK - Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler Complete, £479.99 from Boots - buy here
- US - Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler Complete Long, $599.99 from Dyson - buy here
When I first opened the box, my immediate impression was that it looked luxe. There were lots of attachments — six to be precise — which was a little overwhelming but the manual explained what each one did and how to use them.
I tested the Fuschia/Nickel colourway which is the original and the distinctive silver and pink combo looked every bit as expensive as I'd hoped.
It felt substantial in my hands when I took it out of the packaging but not so heavy that I felt my arm would fall off when I used it.
All in all, I was impressed with the way the Dyson Airwrap looked and felt, even if there were too many attachments to navigate.
Dyson Airwrap review: performance
Then it was on to the good part - trying the Dyson Airwrap out for size.
There are three versions of the hair tool - the Multi-Styler Complete Long, Multi-Styler Complete and Multi-Styler Complete Coily/Curly - but, due to my short, wavy hair, I tested the Multi-Styler Complete.
On wet hair, I started with the Coanda smoothing dryer attachment because my hair has a tendency to get frizzy and it quietly dried my wet strands to about 80 percent at a noticeably lower heat than my regular hairdryer.
Even on a hot day, I wasn't sweating which was a good sign that my hair wasn't being fried (which is especially good for protecting the colour in my hair).
I then went in with the 30mm Airwrap barrel to test out the famous curls that are all over social media.
I watched a couple of videos on how to perfect my technique before I started, and it helped because at first it can be a little tricky to figure out how best to use it. But once I gave it a go, I was converted.
The curls it produced were smooth and slick, perfect for a bouncy blowout. It took only a matter of minutes to do my entire head (although my hair is just below chin length so it will take longer the more hair you have) and after letting them cool I brushed them through with my fingers for a finish that looked as good as a professional blow out.
Although people often say the curls don't hold, it's really all about the prep. Prep your hair correctly and use hairspray as you usually would when styling, and those curls will stay.
It's worth noting that I am notoriously bad at doing my own hair so the results that the Dyson Airwrap gave me were pretty incredible.
- UK - Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler Complete, £479.99 from Boots - buy here
- US - Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler Complete Long, $599.99 from Dyson - buy here
Dyson Airwrap review: features and design
So what sets the Dyson Airwrap apart? A lot of what is so alluring about this hair styling tool is its unique technology and features.
There are six attachments: the Coanda smoothing dryer, 30mm Airwrap barrel, 40mm Airwrap barrel, soft smoothing brush, firm smoothing brush and round volumising brush, giving you a plethora of styling options.
The emphasis on styling with air rather than heat is a big draw as it protects the hair from heat damage and airflow helps to reduce static in the hair.
It also measures the temperature of the device over 40 times a second to keep the heat at under 150 degrees.
There are three heat settings, including a cold shot to set any styling and immediately cool down the hair and the new Coanda airflow keeps away static and flyaways and minimises frizz.
And if you're wanting to travel with your new tool, then keep it in the case it comes with so you don't lose or break anything.
Dyson Airwrap review: How much does it cost?
The Dyson Airwrap is pricey, that's an unavoidable fact. The styling tool costs £479.99 from Boots, and thanks to its popularity you're unlikely to find it cheaper at any other retailer.
Having said that, with all the attachments, you wouldn't need to buy a separate hair dryer, so you're getting a lot despite the hefty price tag.
In the US, the price is $599.99 on the Dyson website, and similarly to the UK you're unlikely to find it cheaper anywhere else.
Where to buy Dyson Airwrap
Unsurprisingly, due to its popularity, the Dyson Airwrap is often sold out on Dyson's UK website as well as on a few other retailers' sites, but is available elsewhere.
Here are a few we've found for UK buyers:
Meanwhile, if you're in the US, you should try:
The verdict: is a Dyson Airwrap worth the money?
- UK - Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler Complete, £479.99 from Boots - buy here
- US - Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler Complete Long, $599.99 from Dyson - buy here
If you want flawless, frizz free hair then the Dyson Airwrap really is on another level. The unique technology and easy to use attachments gave me a salon-like blow out, despite my incompetence when it comes to hair styling.
I loved the constantly regulated temperature which ensured the tool never got too hot and protected my hair (although still always use a heat protectant to avoid pesky split ends and frying your strands).
All in all, I'm very impressed with the Dyson Airwrap and would recommend it to a friend despite the hefty price tag.
Is the Dyson Airwrap better than the BaByliss Airstyle 1000?
A direct competitor of the Dyson Airwrap is the BaByliss Airstyle 1000 which comes in at a considerably cheaper £70 and is even on offer at Look Fantastic at the moment for £46.90.
If you're looking for a Dyson dupe, the Airstyle is as close as you'll get. It also uses ionic technology to reduce frizz, comes with four attachments instead of six, and gives a voluminous blow dry.
The Airwrap is the better of the two tools, but for nine percent of the its price (yes, nine percent) the Airstyle 1000 does a pretty decent job.
What's the difference between the Dyson Airwraps?
To cater to more hair types, there are three versions of the Dyson Airwrap: the Multi-Styler Complete, Multi-Styler Complete Long and the Multi-Styler Complete Curly/Coily.
The Long version has been designed for people with chest length or longer hair and comes with barrels that are 50 percent longer than the Multi-Styler Complete to make it easier to style.
The Curly/Coily version includes a wide tooth comb attachment to make styling easier for people with non-straight or wavy hair.
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If you've got short wavy or straight hair (like me) then opt for the Multi-Styler Complete which has shorter barrels.