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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 to Shark’s new Dyson competitor. Bonus: Some of them are on sale during Black Friday, making now a good time to upgrade and save.
The Best Black Friday Deals on Airwrap Alternatives, At a Glance
- TOP PICK 11% off Shark FlexStyle Air Styling and Drying System, $250 (reg. $280)
- 25% off T3 AireBrush Duo Interchangeable Blow Dry Brush, $142 (reg. $190)
- 40% off Revlon One-Step Volumizer Plus 2.0 Dryer/Brush, $42 (reg. $70)
- 37% off Chi Spin N Curl, $69 (reg. $110)
- 30% off Drybar Reserve 3-in-1 Interchangeable Blow Dryer, $244 (reg. $349)
- 40% off L’Ange Le Duo 360 Airflow Styler, $53 (reg. $89)
- 43% off Shark HyperAir IQ hair dryer, $130 (reg. $230)
1. Shark FlexStyle Air Styling and Drying System
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. 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.
More Black Friday Deals: Save up to 43% off Shark hair tools at Amazon
2. T3 AireBrush Duo Interchangeable Hot Air Blow Dry Brush
Boasting nine editorial beauty award wins, T3’s bestselling AireBrush Duo Interchangeable Hot Air Blow Dry Brush comes with high-tech features including a built-in ion generator and a smart microchip to distribute precise, digitally controlled heat. It has five heat settings from 149° F to 185°F and three speed settings. Fans include celebrity hair stylist Erica Birdoes, who was the hair department head on Hulu’s well-reviewed comedy This Fool.
“I love that the T3 AireBrush features a paddle brush option so you can get a smooth flat style, too.” Birdoes shares. “I also love that they combine soft bristles on the brushes. You do have to get your hair mostly dry before using the Airebrush, but I feel like it locks the style in longer with less effort than the Dyson Airwrap.”
3. Revlon One-Step Volumizer Plus 2.0 Hair Dryer and Hot Air Brush
With more than 7,000 positive ratings, Revlon’s budget-friendly One-Step Volumizer Plus 2.0 Hair Dryer styler 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.
4. Chi Spin N Curl
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.)
5. Drybar Reserve 3-in-1 Interchangeable Blow Dryer
Given that celebrity-favorite salon Drybar is known for making Hollywood blowouts accessible for all, it makes sense that they’d develop a hair styling tool that helps its fans recreate the magic at home. 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.
6. Conair Hot Air Brush
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.
7. L’Ange Le Duo 360 Airflow Titanium Styler
Given that our hairstyles change with our moods, L’Ange’s Le Duo 360 Airflow Styler (on sale for 40% off on Amazon and 33% off at L’ange when you use the code BLACKFRIDAY) 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° 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.
More Black Friday Deals: Save up to 60% off L’Ange at Amazon
8. Shark HyperAir IQ Hair Dryer
One more innovative Shark tool, this time the powerful HyperAir IQ hair dryer 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.
More Black Friday Deals: Up to 60% off Shark products
9. 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.
10. 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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