Best Dyson Airwrap dupes UK including Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1 with £70 price cut
DYSON launched its hit Airwrap Styler six years ago, and we're all still as obsessed as the day it first dropped.
But this fabulous styling tool comes with a price tag of £479.99. - ouch! Take a look at our pick of the best cheap Dyson Airwrap dupes.
Dyson Airwrap multi-styler and dryer , £479.99
Dyson's popular is available from numerous retailers, including (obviously), , , and .
With Black Friday and Christmas just around the corner, I anticipate there will be dropping in the coming weeks, as well as other beauty deals.
The is a genius hair tool that can dry and style your hair with its powerful airflow in seconds and aims to prevent intense heat damage.
When shopping for a dupe of a luxe product you need to get acquainted with the specifications of the original Dyson design.
If you want to know if the hair gadget is worth the money, read our full Dyson Airwrap review where the team deep dives into the pros and cons.
Otherwise, I have summarised the need-to-know details about the Dyson Airwrap below.
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My verdict of the original Dyson Airwrap
The Dyson Airwrap is super-lightweight, which is perfect for avoiding the dreaded arm ache when drying or styling your hair.
But what truly makes the stand out from the crowd is the Coanda technology, which works to draw in the segment of hair you are styling without knotting or tangling it.
Keep reading to get the full lowdown on my thoughts and final verdicts, as well as the unmissable Dyson Airwrap Black Friday deals.
Best Dyson Airwrap dupes UK this October
Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1 Air Styler & Hair Dryer with Storage Case, £269.99 £199.99
Pros: Lots of identical features to the Dyson Airwrap. Can change position on styling head.
I receive the most compliments about my hair after using this tool, which is always a confidence booster.
Pros: Using barrel attachments curls hold for really long time, uses infrared and ionic technology to combat frizz
Cons: No brush attachment, fixed L shape design makes it more awkward to hold when styling.
Rating: 4.5/5
Nicky Clarke recently launched the AirStyle Pro Dryer and Styler, another firm favourite of mine in the hair tool category.
The Nicky Clarke AirStyle is similar to the Dyson Airwrap because it dries and styles hair in one session and is propelled by a powerful airflow.
It also features adjustable heat and speed settings too.
This design is ultra-lightweight and compact, perfect to take on the go.
It comes complete with similar attachments to the Dyson — it includes two concentrators, two barrels and a diffuser, but the only attachment missing is a brush.
The Nicky Clarke design is fixed in that L-shape unlike the Airwrap or Shark designs, this means when the barrels are fitted the shaft is particularly long.
It is super-quick and efficient to dry my hair with it, but unsurprisingly it is the barrel attachments used to create tight curls that win me over.
It is a slight bugbear of mine because it can make the tool too long, and I have to stretch my arm further away from the piece of hair I am styling.
Not only does the Nicky Clarke styler use a powerful airflow to dry and style hair, but it also uses infrared and ionic technology to reduce frizz, add shine and leave a finished look.
It is super-quick and efficient to dry my hair with it, but unsurprisingly it is the barrel attachments used to create tight curls that win me over.
It really does hold for an incredibly long time - even overnight.
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Silk'n SilkyAir Exclusive 5-in-1 Hair Dryer and Styler, £249
Pros: Various heat and speed settings, autowrap technology (similar to Coanda feature), lightweight, numerous attachments, includes a case
Cons: No diffuser tool, expensive
Rating: 4/5
Pros: Time-saver as you can dry and style simultaneously and easy to use.
Cons: No additional attachments.
The Revlon Volumiser has garnered huge attention on social media, with many calling it a must-have hair tool, and it absolutely is for anyone wanting to dry and style their hair simultaneously.
It is ideal for anyone not so "au fait" with creating hairstyles, as it does all the hard work for you.
It is ideal for anyone not so "au fait" with creating hairstyles, as it does all the hard work for you.
Pros: Bristles on brush good for combing through knotty hair and tangles.
Cons: No interchangeable attachments, no adjustable heat settings. Cannot be used on wet hair.
Rating: 3.5/5
Similarly to the Revlon dupe, it does not have interchangeable attachments like the Dyson Airwrap.
I am a longtime ghd fan and rely on the brand's hair tools and products to create long-lasting styles that will tame my hair in seconds.
The hot brush works effectively to style my long hair, though I believe the slimline barrel version would also work a dream on shorter locks too.
Pros: Targets frizz, has a selection of attachments, multiple heat settings.
You can use it to dry and style your hair using the selection of attachments included with the hair tool.
I have tested out the Babyliss hair tool, which has been touted as a bargain dupe for the Airwrap.
This design targets frizz and flyaways thanks to the anti-frizz technology and ionic system, which works to release positive and negative ions that attach to each strand of hair for a sleek and shiny finish.
Our tester noted, "There are a number of heat settings which is good to stop damaging your hair with excess.
It comes with a drying nozzle, which is similar to Dyson's concentrator nozzle, a straightening brush and a soft smoothing brush.
Pros: Lightweight, adjustable heat/speed settings, easy to use, smaller barrel than Revlon Volumiser
Cons: No attachments, heat and speed settings are combined,
Pros: Numerous speed settings, additional setting for dry hair and smoothing comb, can be used on damp and dry hair
Cons: The Smoothing Comb setting is quiet so be sure to turn it off
Rating: 4.5/5
I am a Shark tech fan and forever will be because the technology is unmatched, and I think it is more reasonably priced for such high-quality products.
I have used and loved the Shark FlexStyle for years, so I had high hopes for the SmoothStyle design, which is a hybrid of numerous attachments included with the FlexStyle but is also a blend of the popular Revlon Volumising Brush with a bonus of the Smoothing Comb.
The SmoothStyle Hot Brush and Smoothing Comb is easy to use, it has an adjustable dial at the base of the device to alternate between the speed settings, and a different setting for the comb option, which can only be used on dry hair.
The device works to dry damp hair - only on the first three settings - style and add volume, but flick the dial to the end and the whirring of the motor will ease so the heat setting of the smoothing comb will fire up, a function I am divided on.
While the smoothing comb section, which is the standout two pink edges on the side of the brush, works to tame any frizz and flyaways and smooth the hair for a soft straight blowout or more sleek curls, the size of the brush makes it hard to know if the comb section has been brushed through the hair.
While it is a quiet setting, and signalled by the green switch, I had to consciously switch off the device at the mains and not just spin the dial to the left to turn it off.
Would I replace my FlexStyle with the SmoothStyle Hot Brush? The jury is out, as you don't need to swap out attachments with the latter design, but I find the lasting hold of the FlexStyle, combined with how user-friendly it is, makes it my top hair tool.
What is the closest thing to a Dyson Airwrap?
In my personal opinion, the Shark AirStyler or Nicky Clarke's AirStyle PRO are the most similar Dyson dupes.
Though if I had to pick my absolute number one spot it would be the Shark AirStyler.
I have used my Shark device for many years and it has stood the test of time, with no faults or issues at all, unlike other hair tools I have used in the past that can overheat or smell like burning when in use.
The Shark model's attachments, Coanda technology, combined with the numerous speed and heat settings, are the most similar to the Dyson Airwrap.
For a deep dive into my favourite hair tool, you can read the full Shark Airstyler review.
Are Dyson Airwrap dupes worth it?
If you are unsure whether or not to invest in the Dyson Airwrap, or are on a budget but need an effective hair tool to help dry and style your hair at home shopping a Dyson dupe is definitely worth it.
Plus, if you are not the most skilled at styling your hair the dupes make it simple for you to do so, as some do not have as many attachments and are less overwhelming for beginners.
There are numerous Dyson Airwrap dupes on the market from leading hair brands, such as Shark, Revlon, Babyliss, and many others.
Some Dyson dupes cost as little as £50 and achieve similar styles efficiently, so you don't have to spend a small fortune to get impressive results.
I will be keeping my ear to the ground for the best deals to shop this Black Friday, including hair tools and beauty gadgets.
Is Shark Airwrap as good as Dyson?
I rank the Shark AirStyler as high as the Dyson Airwrap, and while it is still expensive, it is less than the original hair tool.
The Shark AirStyler effectively dries and styles my hair quickly and efficiently, it leaves my hair silky soft and holds a style for hours on end.
When I have had my hair styled with the Dyson Airwrap it creates a sleek, frizz-free finish, and holds a style fairly well, though I think this is often down to the preparation and finishing products used on my hair.
The Shark AirStyler and the Dyson Airwrap both use Coanda technology and a powerful air flow to dry wet hair.
Styling is easy thanks to the numerous attachments, all without blasting your hair with extreme heat that could cause heat damage and breakage.
For me, the outcome of using the attachments, especially the barrels, is the same.
So why wouldn't you buy the one that is cheaper?
Why is Dyson Airwrap so expensive?
Most Dyson tools come with hefty price tags, but many shoppers question why the Dyson Airwrap comes with the £479.99 ticket.
There are some tentpole sale events throughout the year, or some Dyson Airwrap stockists may launch a promotional offer, which sees the price drop for a limited time only.
In some cases, the Dyson Airwrap could be reduced by £200.
It is assumed the Dyson Airwrap is so expensive because of the complex technology and in-depth research carried out to create the tool, which delivers an effective salon-worthy finish.
However, other tools offer some of the same technological features, such as Shark, but cost a fraction of the price.
My shopping list: The best beauty deals
There is nothing better than a little retail therapy, says beauty and fashion journalist Maisie Bovingdon.
I've always been a shopaholic, and I absolutely thrive on scoping out the best deals - especially bargains on my personal favourite beauty items.
There is one time of year I eagerly anticipate every year so I can shop the best best deals, and it's Black Friday.
There are plenty of Black Friday beauty deals to shop, but you do not have to wait for Black Friday to shop offers as Lookfantastic and Boots have already launched mega discounts.
Here's my pick of the best deals available right now:
- NARS Radiant Creamy Concealer, £20.30 (was £27), Lookfantastic -
- Charlotte Tilbury Beauty Light Wand in Medium, £24 (was £30), John Lewis -
- Clarins Eau Des Jardins Treatment Fragrance, £33.60 (was £42), John Lewis -
- Lash Slick Mascara, £20, Glossier -
- Heliocare 360° Oil-Free Gel Sunscreen Protector Original SPF 50, £31, Lookfantastic -
- Shark Beauty FlexStyle 5-in-1 Air Styler and Hair Dryer with Storage Case, £219 (was £299.99), Lookfantastic -
- L’Oréal Paris Elvive Hydra Pure Exfoliating Pre-Shampoo Scalp Serum for Oily Scalp & Roots, £7.79 (was £12.99), Boots -
- K18 Hair Leave-In Molecular Repair Hair Mask, £30, Space NK -
- 5% Vitamin C Sheer Moisturiser SPF50, £39.10 (was £46), Paula's Choice -
- Indeed Labs Snoxin II Under Eye Patches, £19.99, Boots -
- Nudestix Nudies Matte Blush, £31.50, Sephora -
- Morphe Continuous Prep & Set Mist+, £15.20 (was £19), Boots -
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