# Best hair dryers with diffusers for curly hair Source: https://blowandbarrel.co.uk/best/best-hair-dryer-for-curly-hair Publisher: Blow and Barrel. Picks are based on what the Amazon listings state, not on hands-on testing. Method: https://blowandbarrel.co.uk/how-we-pick For curly and coily hair, the diffuser does as much work as the dryer. It spreads the airflow so curls dry in their natural shape instead of being blown apart into frizz. Many premium dryers do not include one, so this guide only lists models that ship with a diffuser in the box. We compared the diffuser each maker names, the hair type the listing says the dryer is designed for, wattage and the other attachments you get. Some editions are made for curly and coily hair while others say straight and wavy, so check that line before you buy. We have not judged prong length or bowl depth because the listings do not give those measurements. ## Products ### 1. Dyson Supersonic r™ Hair Dryer Diffuser: Diffuser; Designed for: Curly, coily; Wattage: 1,700 W; Other tools: Wide tooth comb, concentrator The curly and coily edition of Dyson's Supersonic r, bundled with a diffuser, wide tooth comb, powerful air attachment, flyaway tool and concentrator. In its favour: - The only dryer here whose listing names curly and coily as the target hair type. - A wide tooth comb attachment comes in the box alongside the diffuser. - Intelligent attachments have temperature and airflow preset and remember preferences. Good to know: - 780 g is on the heavy side for long diffusing sessions. - Diffuser dimensions and design are not described in the listing. ### 2. Laifen Swift Special Hair Dryer High Speed 200M Ionic for Fast Drying Motor: Brushless, 110,000 RPM; Weight: 407 g; Wattage: 1,600 W; Attachments: 3 magnetic nozzles A high-speed brushless dryer that matches the Supersonic's stated 110,000 RPM motor speed, with magnetic nozzles and a lower weight on paper. In its favour: - Stated motor speed of 110,000 RPM matches Dyson's V9 figure. - Diffuser, smooth nozzle and concentrator come in the box. - 59 dB stated noise level is a published figure Dyson does not give. Good to know: - The spec table says 2.24 kg against 407 g in the bullets. - Hottest setting is 176°F (80°C), cooler than Dyson's 100°C top step. ### 3. Panasonic EH-NA9N-H895 Hair Dryer with Diffuser nanoe & Mineral Ions, Anti-Damage, Fast Drying, Intelligent Sensing, Scalp & Skin Modes, Concentrator Attachment, 1600W Motor: Not stated; Weight: 500 g; Wattage: 1,600 W; Attachments: Nozzle, concentrator, diffuser Panasonic's answer to the sensor-led Dyson, with two sensors that adjust heat, nanoe and mineral ions and a folding body. In its favour: - Two built-in sensors adjust settings, similar to Dyson's intelligent heat control idea. - Lighter than the Supersonic at a stated 500 g, and it folds. - Diffuser and concentrator both included. Good to know: - Warranty is 1 year, against 2 years on several Dyson listings. - No motor speed or airflow figures are given. ### 4. Shark SpeedStyle Pro Flex Hair Dryer, Lightweight, Lilac Frost HD543PLUK Diffuser: DefrizzFast Diffuser; Designed for: All hair types; Wattage: 1,700 W; Other tools: Concentrator, brush, finishing tool Shark's folding dryer in Lilac Frost with Scalp Shield mode and four IQ attachments, including the DefrizzFast diffuser for defined curls. In its favour: - The listing names defined curls among its results with the diffuser. - Heat and airflow auto-adjust when you fit the diffuser. - Folding handle halves its size for travel. Good to know: - The spec table weight of 2.19 kg conflicts with the 680 g in the bullets. - Temperature figures for each setting are not given. ### 5. ghd Helios Hair Dryer, More Shine, Lightweight, Ultimate Styling Control Diffuser: ghd professional diffuser; Designed for: Curly, fine, normal, straight, thick; Wattage: 2,200 W; Other tools: Ceramic radial brush An Amazon exclusive set with the 2,200 W ghd Helios, a ghd professional diffuser and a size 2 ceramic radial brush. In its favour: - Curly hair is listed among the hair types in the specs. - The professional diffuser is included, unlike the standard Helios. - 2,200 W gives strong airflow to dry dense curls. Good to know: - Only two speeds and two settings are listed for this set. - The ceramic brush suits short to mid-length blow-dries rather than curls. ### 6. Dyson Supersonic Nural Hair Dryer 5 Attachments Straight/Wavy - Plum Copper Diffuser: Wave+curl diffuser; Designed for: Straight, wavy; Wattage: 1,600 W; Other tools: 4 more attachments Dyson's sensor-led Nural in Plum Copper with a new-format Wave+curl diffuser that disperses airflow two ways. Best for waves rather than tight curls. In its favour: - The Wave+curl diffuser disperses airflow in two different ways, per Dyson. - Scalp protect mode targets 55°C at the scalp. - Comes with gentle air, concentrator, smoothing nozzle and flyaway tools too. Good to know: - Dyson says this edition is designed for straight and wavy hair, not curly or coily. - At 680 g it is heavier than the Laifen and Panasonic diffuser dryers. ### 7. Panasonic EH-NA0J-N895 nanoe MOISTURE+ and Mineral Hair Dryer, Diffuser & Concentrator Nozzle, Intelligent Sensing, Hot & Cold Alternating Mode, Skin, Scalp & Hair Tip Care Modes, 1600W Power, Black Motor: Not stated; Weight: Not stated; Wattage: 1,600 W; Attachments: Concentrator, diffuser A Panasonic nanoe MOISTURE+ dryer with Hot and Cold Alternating, Scalp, Skin and Hair Tip modes. Matches the Supersonic's 1,600 W rating. In its favour: - Four named care modes go further than the Supersonic Origin's settings. - Intelligent Sensing monitors air and room temperature. - Concentrator and diffuser both in the box. Good to know: - The listed 1.78 kg looks like a packed weight, so the dryer weight is unclear. - No motor or airflow figures are published. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.