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Best Dyson Airwrap alternatives
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Shark FlexStyle IonCurl: diffuser and 2 brushes
CoandaBoost is stated to give bouncier, more defined curls than the original FlexStyle.
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Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1: 32 mm and 24 mm curlers
Two curler sizes, 32 mm and 24 mm, for loose or tighter curls.
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Dreame AirStyle Era: 8 heads incl. straightener
Eight styling heads including a straightening nozzle and a diffuser.
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If you like the idea of an Airwrap but not the Dyson premium, there are now several multi-stylers that use airflow to wrap, curl and smooth. Shark's FlexStyle range and Dreame's AirStyle models are the main rivals, with Clara offering a simpler set. They are not identical copies. Some add tools Dyson charges extra for, like a diffuser in the standard box, while others drop the smaller barrel or the smoothing dryer. This guide compares the curlers each one includes, the smoothing and straightening tools, the wattage and the Airwrap feature each one does without. Everything comes from the listings, and where a size or setting is missing we say so.
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- Shark FlexStyle IonCurl: diffuser and 2 brushes
- Curlers
- 2 x 32 mm
- Smoothing tools
- Oval, paddle, FrizzFighter
- Wattage
- 1,750 W
- Leaves out
- Smaller barrel
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- Curlers
- 2 x 32 mm auto-wrap
- Smoothing tools
- Straightening nozzle, 3 brushes
- Wattage
- 1,300 W
- Leaves out
- Smaller barrel, app
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- Curlers
- Auto-wrap curlers
- Smoothing tools
- Silki, Glossi, FrizzFighter
- Wattage
- 1,500 W
- Leaves out
- Not stated
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- Curlers
- 32 mm and 24 mm
- Smoothing tools
- Oval brush, FrizzFighter
- Wattage
- 1,650 W
- Leaves out
- Paddle brush, diffuser
Check price on AmazonAffiliate link - Dreame AirStyle Pro: light 7-in-1
- Curlers
- 2 curling barrels
- Smoothing tools
- Smoothing brush
- Wattage
- 1,300 W
- Leaves out
- Straightening tool
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- Curlers
- Left and right auto-wrap
- Smoothing tools
- Round and oval brush
- Wattage
- 1,500 W
- Leaves out
- Diffuser, straightener
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- Curlers
- 2 auto-wrap curlers
- Smoothing tools
- Oval brush
- Wattage
- 1,400 W
- Leaves out
- Diffuser, paddle brush
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| Product | Curlers | Smoothing tools | Wattage | Leaves out | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shark FlexStyle IonCurl: diffuser and 2 brushes | 2 x 32 mm | Oval, paddle, FrizzFighter | 1,750 W | Smaller barrel | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| Dreame AirStyle Era: 8 heads incl. straightener | 2 x 32 mm auto-wrap | Straightening nozzle, 3 brushes | 1,300 W | Smaller barrel, app | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| Shark Glam: heated ceramic plus airflow | Auto-wrap curlers | Silki, Glossi, FrizzFighter | 1,500 W | Not stated | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1: 32 mm and 24 mm curlers | 32 mm and 24 mm | Oval brush, FrizzFighter | 1,650 W | Paddle brush, diffuser | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| Dreame AirStyle Pro: light 7-in-1 | 2 curling barrels | Smoothing brush | 1,300 W | Straightening tool | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| Clara 6-in-1: simple ionic set | Left and right auto-wrap | Round and oval brush | 1,500 W | Diffuser, straightener | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| Shark FlexStyle 3-in-1: curlers, oval brush | 2 auto-wrap curlers | Oval brush | 1,400 W | Diffuser, paddle brush | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
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The products in detail
No. 1 · Shark
Shark FlexStyle IonCurl: diffuser and 2 brushes
Shark's newest FlexStyle with 200 million negative ions and CoandaBoost for stronger wrap force. Includes a curl-defining diffuser and two brushes.
In its favour
- CoandaBoost is stated to give bouncier, more defined curls than the original FlexStyle.
- 1,750 W is the highest rating among the multi-stylers here.
- Airset button pauses airflow or gives a cool burst with a tap.
Good to know
- Both curlers are 32 mm, so there is no smaller barrel for tight curls.
- Product weight is unclear; the listed 3.58 kg looks like a packed figure.
Listing title: Shark FlexStyle IonCurl Ion Air Drying, Curling and Styling System - P...
No. 2 · dreame
Dreame AirStyle Era: 8 heads incl. straightener
Dreame's 8-in-1 set with a 110,000 RPM brushless motor, auto-wrap barrels, a straightening nozzle, diffuser and three brushes.
In its favour
- Eight styling heads including a straightening nozzle and a diffuser.
- NTC temperature control monitors heat thousands of times per second, per Dreame.
- Brushless motor speed of 110,000 RPM is stated.
Good to know
- Both auto-wrap barrels are 32 mm, so there is no smaller size.
- Warranty length is not stated in this listing.
Listing title: DREAME AirStyle Era, 8-in-1 Professional Airflow Multi-Styler
No. 3 · Shark
Shark Glam: heated ceramic plus airflow
A Shark system that mixes heat-controlled ceramic with high-speed air. The Silki and Glossi tools smooth and gloss wet or dry hair.
In its favour
- Silki tool combines ceramic and airflow for up to 2x more shine, per Shark.
- Works on wet or dry hair, and Scalp Shield mode is listed.
- Three speeds and four settings according to the specs.
Good to know
- Curler sizes are not given in the listing.
- Uses heated ceramic as well as air, which differs from the air-only Airwrap idea.
Listing title: Shark Glam Ceramic & Air Styling and Drying System, HD6042SUKPL
No. 4 · Shark
Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1: 32 mm and 24 mm curlers
A limited edition FlexStyle set with two curler sizes, a FrizzFighter finishing tool, oval brush, concentrator, clips and a storage bag.
In its favour
- Two curler sizes, 32 mm and 24 mm, for loose or tighter curls.
- FrizzFighter tool smooths flyaways on dry hair.
- Alligator clips and storage bag are included.
Good to know
- No diffuser in this set, unlike the standard 5-in-1.
- Listed weight of 2.5 kg looks like a packed figure; the bullets say 700 g.
Listing title: Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1 Air Styler & Hair Dryer, No Heat Damage HD456TL...
No. 5 · dreame
Dreame AirStyle Pro: light 7-in-1
Dreame's lighter 7-in-1 multi-styler in gold with two curling barrels, a smoothing brush and a magnetic design. Comes in a leather package.
In its favour
- 369 g for handle and barrel, excluding cable, per the listing.
- Seven customisable attachments cover sleek, voluminous and curly styles.
- Stated lifespan of up to 600 hours and a cold shot.
Good to know
- Barrel sizes are not given in the listing.
- Warranty is 1 year in the specs but 2 years in the bullets.
Listing title: DREAME AirStyle Pro, 7-in-1 Hair Styler, 1300W, Gold, Fast Drying, 2 C...
No. 6 · CLARA
Clara 6-in-1: simple ionic set
A 6-in-1 ionic multi-styler with left and right auto-wrap curlers, round and oval brushes, a concentrator and a dryer head.
In its favour
- Separate left and right curlers for curls in both directions.
- Three heat and three speed settings plus a cold shot.
- Removable filter for cleaning, per the listing.
Good to know
- Barrel sizes and motor speed are not given.
- Warranty terms are not stated in the listing.
Listing title: Clara 6-in-1 Gold Multi Styler with Auto-Wrap Curlers, Hair Dryer, & B...
No. 7 · Shark
Shark FlexStyle 3-in-1: curlers, oval brush
The pared-back FlexStyle with two auto-wrap curlers, an oval brush and a concentrator. A simpler entry to the FlexStyle twist design.
In its favour
- Same twist from dryer to styler as the bigger FlexStyle sets.
- Heat measured 1,000 times per second, per Shark.
- 700 g with three speed and three heat settings.
Good to know
- Only three tools, with no diffuser or paddle brush.
- The model code ends in EU, so check the plug type before ordering.
Listing title: Shark FlexStyle 3-in-1 Air Styler & Hairdryer, Auto-Wrap Curlers, Oval...
Read before you buy
- Shark FlexStyle vs FlexFusionShark FlexStyle vs FlexFusion: what the FlexFusion's heated ceramic straightening tool adds, and whether the original FlexStyle still covers your needs.
- Shark FlexStyle troubleshooting: lights, cutting out and attachmentsShark FlexStyle not working right? What the lights usually mean, why it pauses mid-style, and how to fix attachments that will not click into place.
- Is the Shark FlexStyle worth it?Is the Shark FlexStyle worth buying? What it does well, where it trails the Dyson Airwrap and which FlexStyle bundle suits your hair type and length.
- Is the Dyson Airwrap worth it?Is the Dyson Airwrap worth the money? Who gets the most from it, the learning curve, why it costs so much and how it compares with a dryer and curling wand.
- How to clean the Shark FlexStyle filterHow to clean the Shark FlexStyle filter: twisting off the rear filter cap, brushing out lint, how often to clean it and what to do if it still pauses.
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