Buying guide
Best multi-stylers for long hair
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Compare them allBest overall
Dyson Airwrap Co-anda2x: 40 mm for longer hair
Dyson states 30% more power and 2x the air pressure versus Airwrap i.d.
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Shark FlexStyle IonCurl: CoandaBoost curls
CoandaBoost is stated to give bouncier, more defined curls than the original FlexStyle.
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Dreame AirStyle Era: 8 heads, two 32 mm barrels
Eight styling heads including a straightening nozzle and a diffuser.
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Long hair asks a lot of a multi-styler. Each section takes longer to dry, a short barrel runs out of room before the ends are wrapped, and a weak motor leaves curls that drop by lunchtime. The tools that help are long or wide barrels, a paddle or loop brush for smoothing large sections, and a strong dryer head for the first rough-dry. This guide compares multi-stylers on the long-hair tools each maker names, curl barrels, smoothing heads and wattage. Dyson's 40 mm barrels are the only ones described for longer lengths, so we say where other makers do not mention length. We have not guessed barrel lengths that the listings leave out.
All products compared
- Dyson Airwrap Co-anda2x: 40 mm for longer hair
- Long-hair tool
- 40 mm Co-anda2x barrel
- Curl barrels
- Conical and 40 mm
- Smoothing head
- Air straightener 2x, loop brush
- Wattage
- 1,300 W
Check price on AmazonAffiliate link - Shark FlexStyle IonCurl: CoandaBoost curls
- Long-hair tool
- Paddle brush
- Curl barrels
- 2 x 32 mm
- Smoothing head
- Oval, paddle, FrizzFighter
- Wattage
- 1,750 W
Check price on AmazonAffiliate link - Dreame AirStyle Era: 8 heads, two 32 mm barrels
- Long-hair tool
- Not stated
- Curl barrels
- 2 x 32 mm
- Smoothing head
- Straightening nozzle, 3 brushes
- Wattage
- 1,300 W
Check price on AmazonAffiliate link - Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1: paddle brush included
- Long-hair tool
- Paddle brush
- Curl barrels
- 2 auto-wrap curlers
- Smoothing head
- Paddle and oval brush
- Wattage
- 1,650 W
Check price on AmazonAffiliate link - Shark Glam HD6051: Silki and Glossi tools
- Long-hair tool
- Not stated
- Curl barrels
- Auto-wrap curlers
- Smoothing head
- Silki, Glossi tools
- Wattage
- Not stated
Check price on AmazonAffiliate link - Dyson Airwrap Origin: 40 mm long barrel
- Long-hair tool
- 40 mm long barrel
- Curl barrels
- 40 mm, bi-directional
- Smoothing head
- Anti-snag loop brush
- Wattage
- 1,300 W
Check price on AmazonAffiliate link - Dyson Airwrap i.d. Curly+Coily: 6-in-1 with app
- Long-hair tool
- Not stated
- Curl barrels
- Not stated
- Smoothing head
- Not stated
- Wattage
- 1,300 W
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| Product | Long-hair tool | Curl barrels | Smoothing head | Wattage | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dyson Airwrap Co-anda2x: 40 mm for longer hair | 40 mm Co-anda2x barrel | Conical and 40 mm | Air straightener 2x, loop brush | 1,300 W | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| Shark FlexStyle IonCurl: CoandaBoost curls | Paddle brush | 2 x 32 mm | Oval, paddle, FrizzFighter | 1,750 W | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| Dreame AirStyle Era: 8 heads, two 32 mm barrels | Not stated | 2 x 32 mm | Straightening nozzle, 3 brushes | 1,300 W | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1: paddle brush included | Paddle brush | 2 auto-wrap curlers | Paddle and oval brush | 1,650 W | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| Shark Glam HD6051: Silki and Glossi tools | Not stated | Auto-wrap curlers | Silki, Glossi tools | Not stated | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| Dyson Airwrap Origin: 40 mm long barrel | 40 mm long barrel | 40 mm, bi-directional | Anti-snag loop brush | 1,300 W | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
| Dyson Airwrap i.d. Curly+Coily: 6-in-1 with app | Not stated | Not stated | Not stated | 1,300 W | Check price on AmazonAffiliate link |
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The products in detail
No. 1 · Dyson
Dyson Airwrap Co-anda2x: 40 mm for longer hair
Dyson's most powerful Airwrap for straight and wavy hair, with the Gen2 motor, an Air straightener 2x and an i.d. curl sequence linked to the MyDyson app.
In its favour
- Dyson states 30% more power and 2x the air pressure versus Airwrap i.d.
- Air straightener 2x straightens wet to dry, a tool most rivals lack.
- Temperature is measured over 1,000 times a second to prevent extreme heat damage.
Good to know
- Designed for straight to wavy hair; curly hair needs the diffuser edition.
- At 716 g it is heavier than the Airwrap i.d. and Origin.
Listing title: Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2X™ Multi-Styler and Dryer - Straight + Wavy
No. 2 · Shark
Shark FlexStyle IonCurl: CoandaBoost curls
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. 3 · dreame
Dreame AirStyle Era: 8 heads, two 32 mm barrels
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. 4 · Shark
Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1: paddle brush included
The core Shark FlexStyle that twists from dryer to styler, with auto-wrap curlers, paddle and oval brushes, a concentrator and a diffuser.
In its favour
- Includes both a diffuser and a concentrator, so it works as a full dryer.
- Heat is measured 1,000 times per second, the listing says.
- 2 year guarantee on registration in the UK and ROI.
Good to know
- Curler sizes are not stated in this listing.
- At 700 g it is heavier than the Dyson Airwrap i.d.
Listing title: Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1 Air Styler & Hair Dryer, Stone, HD446SLUK
No. 5 · Shark
Shark Glam HD6051: Silki and Glossi tools
Shark's ceramic and airflow system with Silki and Glossi smoothing tools, auto-wrap curlers, a concentrator and a curl-defining diffuser.
In its favour
- Silki tool uses heat-controlled ceramic and airflow for up to 2x more shine.
- Glossi hot tool smooths, stretches and adds bounce on wet or dry hair.
- Gloss Lock Technology is aimed at shine that lasts all day, per Shark.
Good to know
- Neither barrel sizes nor wattage are given in this listing.
- Shark does not mention hair length suitability.
Listing title: Shark Glam Sleek Straight Waves & Curls Multi-Styler HD6051SUK
No. 6 · Dyson
Dyson Airwrap Origin: 40 mm long barrel
The original Airwrap formula: a bi-directional 40 mm barrel, anti-snag loop brush and fast dryer. Simple and focused on waves and blowouts.
In its favour
- The 40 mm barrel curls in both directions without swapping heads.
- Glass bead thermistor keeps temperature under 150°C, per Dyson.
- 610 g with three heat and three speed settings.
Good to know
- Only three attachments, with no small barrel or straightener.
- No app or i.d. curl sequence on this model.
Listing title: Dyson Airwrap Origin Hair Styler & Dryer – Curls & Waves - Prussian Bl...
No. 7 · Dyson
Dyson Airwrap i.d. Curly+Coily: 6-in-1 with app
The curly and coily edition of the Airwrap i.d., with app-enabled personalised styling that stores wrap, style and cold shot settings.
In its favour
- Designed for curly and coily hair, per the spec table.
- Stores your wrap, style and cold shot settings for repeatable results.
- 6-in-1: dry, curl, wave, shape, stretch and diffuse.
Good to know
- The listing does not name the barrels or brushes in the box.
- Barrel length for long hair is not described.
Listing title: Dyson Airwrap i.d.™ Multi-Styler and Dryer – Curly+Coily
Read before you buy
- 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 use a Dyson Airwrap: a beginner's guideHow to use a Dyson Airwrap step by step: prep and pre-dry, section sizes, curl direction, the cold shot and how to use each barrel and brush attachment.
- Dyson Airwrap vs Supersonic: styler or dryer?Dyson Airwrap vs Supersonic: a 1,300 W multi-styler that curls with air against a 1,600 W dryer built for fast drying. Which one fits your routine?
- Dyson Airwrap id vs Airwrap Co-anda 2xDyson Airwrap i.d. vs Airwrap Co-anda 2x compared: Gen2 motor, attachments, app features and where the cheaper Airwrap Origin fits in the range.
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