# Shark FlexStyle vs Dreame AirStyle Pro Source: https://blowandbarrel.co.uk/blog/shark-flexstyle-vs-dreame-airstyle-pro Published: 2026-10-12 Publisher: Blow and Barrel **In short:** The Shark FlexStyle is the better pick if you want a styler that also works as a proper angled hair dryer, thanks to its twist hinge and 1,650 W rating. The Dreame AirStyle Pro is lighter in the hand at a listed 369 g for handle and barrel and comes with seven attachments. Choose Shark for drying power and versatility, Dreame for a lighter tool with more heads. The Shark FlexStyle and the Dreame AirStyle Pro are two of the most popular alternatives to the Dyson Airwrap. Both use airflow to curl, smooth and volumise, and both promise styling without extreme heat. They differ in shape, weight and what comes in the box. Shark's handle twists into a dryer, while Dreame's is a straight wand with more attachments. This comparison uses the Amazon UK listing facts for the two models in our guides and explains which kind of user each suits. ## Listing facts side by side The headline numbers show the trade-off: the Shark has more power, the Dreame a lighter handle and more heads. | Feature | Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1 | Dreame AirStyle Pro | | --- | --- | --- | | Rated power | 1,650 W | 1,300 W | | Listed weight | 700 g | 369 g (handle and barrel, without cable) | | Attachments | 5: 2 Auto-Wrap curlers, paddle brush, oval brush, concentrator, diffuser | 7 attachments | | Dryer mode | Twists into an angled dryer | Straight wand | | Cold shot | Cool burst to set curls | One-touch cold shot | | Stated lifespan | Not stated | Up to 600 hours | | Guarantee | 2 years on registration (UK and ROI) | 2 years | Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1 and Dreame AirStyle Pro from the Amazon UK listings [See all Airwrap alternatives](https://blowandbarrel.co.uk/best/best-dyson-airwrap-alternative) ## Shark FlexStyle: the dryer that styles The FlexStyle's defining feature is the hinge. Straight, it takes Auto-Wrap curlers and brushes. Twisted, it is an angled hair dryer with a concentrator or diffuser, held the way you would hold any dryer. That makes rough-drying long or thick hair much easier than with a straight wand, and it means you may not need a separate dryer at all. Its Auto-Wrap curlers use the Coanda effect to pull hair around the barrel, then a cool burst sets the curl. Shark says it measures heat 1,000 times per second for consistent air temperature. The extra 350 W or so over the Dreame helps with drying speed, especially on thick hair. Our [how-to guide](https://blowandbarrel.co.uk/blog/how-to-use-shark-flexstyle) walks through each mode. ## Dreame AirStyle Pro: lighter with more heads Dreame lists the AirStyle Pro at 369 g for the handle and barrel, without the cable. That is about half the FlexStyle's listed weight, though the figures are not measured the same way, so treat the comparison as a guide. A lighter handle matters if you style for a long time or have arm or shoulder strain. It comes with seven customisable attachments for sleek, voluminous or curly styles, a jet airflow that Dreame says concentrates gentle air, and a one-touch cold shot to lock a style. Dreame also quotes a lifespan of up to 600 hours, a figure most brands do not publish. As a straight wand, it is less comfortable for full-head rough-drying than a dryer shape, so many owners dry first with a separate dryer. ## Which suits you Both are corded tools designed for UK mains. Neither suits very short cuts for barrel curls, since hair needs enough length to wrap. See our guides to [stylers for short hair](https://blowandbarrel.co.uk/best/best-multi-styler-for-short-hair) and [long hair](https://blowandbarrel.co.uk/best/best-multi-styler-for-long-hair) if length is your deciding factor. - **You want one tool to replace your dryer:** FlexStyle, because the hinge gives a true dryer position. - **Thick or very long hair:** FlexStyle, for the higher power when drying. - **You style for a long time or find tools heavy:** Dreame AirStyle Pro, for the lighter handle. - **You want the most attachments for the money:** Dreame, with seven heads in the box. - **Curly hair to diffuse:** FlexStyle includes a diffuser; check whether the Dreame bundle you buy includes one. ## Care and longevity Air stylers pull in a lot of room air, so their filters clog with dust, hair and product. A blocked filter makes the motor work harder and the heater run hotter, which can trigger thermal cut-outs and shorten the tool's life. Clean the filter often; the [FlexStyle filter guide](https://blowandbarrel.co.uk/blog/how-to-clean-shark-flexstyle-filter) shows the Shark method, and Dreame's manual covers its own filter. Store both tools with the cable loosely coiled rather than wrapped tightly around the handle, which strains the cable where it enters the body. Let attachments cool before putting them away. These habits matter more for lifespan than the brand you choose. Note: Unplug before cleaning a filter or changing attachments, and never use a styler with a damaged cable. ## Frequently asked questions **Is the Dreame AirStyle Pro a good Airwrap alternative?** It covers the same jobs, curling, smoothing and volumising with air, at a lower weight. Whether it suits you depends mainly on hair length and whether you need a dryer shape. **Which is better for beginners?** Both use auto-wrapping curlers, so neither needs you to wind hair by hand. The FlexStyle's dryer mode may make the overall routine simpler for beginners who only own one tool. **Do they work on wet hair?** Both are designed to dry and style. Curls hold best when you rough-dry to damp first, then use the curler on smaller sections. **Which one is quieter?** Neither listing gives a noise figure in decibels, so there is no fair comparison from the facts. Noise varies with speed setting and attachment. ## Buying guides on this topic - https://blowandbarrel.co.uk/best/best-dyson-airwrap-alternative - https://blowandbarrel.co.uk/best/best-airwrap-style-multi-stylers - https://blowandbarrel.co.uk/best/shark-hair-stylers-compared ## Sources - [Shark hair care (UK)](https://www.sharkclean.co.uk/)