Our Editors Swear By These Airwrap Dupes (and Some Are Even Better Than Dyson)

ProsUses warm air to help reduce heat damage while stylingCan be used to dry, straighten, curl, and wave hair with attachmentsCosmo Holy Grail Beauty Award winnerWhy we love it: Before I go through all the best Airwrap dupes, let me first break down the original Dyson tool that forever changed the haircare game and continues to go in and out of stock constantly. The Dyson Airwrap utilizes strong airflow and minimal heat to dry and style your hair at the same time, with the option of six attachments: a smoothing dryer head, a firm brush, a soft brush, a round brush, and two different-sized curling barrels.Hairstylists, celebrities, and editors (hi, most of Cosmo’s beauty team) are all obsessed with the Airwrap for giving their hair major volume without as much damage as a curling iron, hair straightener, or the hair-dryer-and-round-brush combo that requires high heat and a lot of coordination.It’s won countless Cosmo awards, including most recently best haircare splurge in our 2025 Holy Grail Beauty Awards.Features at a glanceAttachments6 (2 curling barrels in different sizes, 1 smoothing dryer, 2 paddle brushes, and 1 round brush)Heat settings3 plus a cool shot buttonSpeed settings3Jasmine Hyman for CosmopolitanOne Cosmo editor says: "While it’s pricey, the Airwrap is definitely deserving of the hype because it makes blowing my hair out so freaking easy. I don’t need to maneuver a round brush and get arm cramps, or have salon-level skills. I love all the new and improved attachments (you don’t need to switch the barrels out for different sides anymore), and the new connection to the Dyson app is super cool if you get the new i.d. version. You can pre-program how long you want certain temperature or speed settings on for, so you don’t need to fiddle with the buttons during every pass.” —JASMINE HYMAN, ASSISTANT BEAUTY EDITORAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsHalf the price of the DysonNew & improved version has dual voltage so it can be used abroadIncredibly intuitive to useConsIf you use it regularly, you'll probably need to replace it every three yearsWhy we love it: All of T3’s hair tools are top tier, but the Aire 360 is by far the best and Cosmo’s choice for the best Dyson dupe overall. It comes with everything you need to master an at-home blowout, including a regular dryer attachment, a round brush, and two air-powered curlers. The round brush produces the most voluminous and smooth styles in record time. For even more volume and definition, the easy-to-use barrels create a long-lasting supermodel look that will leave others with major hair envy.Features at a glanceAttachments4 (a concentrator, a round brush, and two curling wants)Speed settings3Heat settings3Mary HonkusOne Cosmo editor says: “Do you want to know how often someone compliments my hair? Multiple times a week, and it’s all thanks to this multi-styler. I’ve been loyal to the T3 for three years because it cuts down on my styling routine, gives me a professional-looking blowout, and just makes me feel so confident. I travel often, too, and I’m so glad the new version is made with dual-voltage so I never have to be without it.” — MARY HONKUS, CONTRIBUTING BEAUTY EDITORAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsIncludes two round brush sizes, which is great for bangs, short hair, and fine texturesComes with a v-cute, convenient caseConsCan't take off the attachments easily while using (which I love doing to use the round brush as a hot roller with the O.G. Airwrap)Why we love it: Whenever anyone asks me how I like the Dyson Airwrap for my fine, short hair, I always say that it's got the smallest round brush barrel, which is great for giving me major volume and styling my bangs. No other device offered up the same thing...until I tested this style from Ella Bella. It comes with two round brush sizes, but I'm especially smitten with the smaller one. It perfectly styles my bangs into lil swoops while volumizing at the roots. The brushes are also super gentle and don't tug at my hair, which cuts down on potential damage for my already-fragile strands.Features at a glanceAttachments6 (2 round brushes, 2 curling barrels, paddle brush, blow dryer), plus a caseHeat settings3 (including cool)Speed settings3Beth Gillette for CosmopolitanOne Cosmo editor says: "This styling tool has become a staple in my routine, especially when I’m aiming for big, voluminous hair. The round brush gives me my ideal bangs—honestly, I wish I could lock them in exactly like they look here. To get that effect, I brush underneath and direct the hair forward from both sides to keep any cowlicks at bay, then pull everything forward and hold it there for about 20–30 seconds. I finish by switching to a cool blast for another 10 seconds to set the shape.”–BETH GILLETTE, BEAUTY EDITORAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsDesign is intuitive and easy to useWet-styling mode is a game-changerWe're obsessed with all the different attachmentsConsThe plug is very large which isn't ideal for storageThe highest temperature is VERY hot (almost *too* hot)Why we love it: We tested the Shark Glam across three editors with different hair textures and really loved that it works for everyone—curls, short lengths, thick and coarse hair, you name it. Part of this is because of all the different attachments (and there are two versions—one for straight/wavy hair that includes a concentrator nozzle, another for curly/coily hair with a diffuser). It includes six attachments that do literally everything: straighten, curl, smooth, dry, blow out, and more. Plus, there's a wet and dry styling mode to help you style no matter what state your hair's in.Shark also implemented "Heat Sense Technology" to monitor and regulate the heat the tool emits so that it never exceeds 302 degrees Fahrenheit. This can help cut down on damage without disrupting the results, even for those with coarse hair types.Features at a glanceAttachments6Heat settings3, plus a cool shot buttonSpeed settings3Sam Olson for CosmopolitanOne Cosmo editor says: "While all the attachments are incredibly clutch, my daily use for the Shark Glam is pretty much limited to the diffuser. The new diffuser attachment features two lengths to reach the roots and ends of my hair. After throwing on a deep conditioner, curl cream, and flexible hold hairspray, I use the highest air pressure and temperature settings. I was most excited to try the new wet hair setting on the Shark Glam, and it made all the difference. Honestly, I’m not sure if the air pressure and heat settings are readjusted on the wet versus dry settings, but it’s magical either way. With my old styler (and after a few years of losing its juice), I’d finish styling my hair in 10 to 15 minutes. With the new one, it only took me eight. And as someone who would rather not spend so much time on my hair, I’m obsessed with that."—SAM OLSON, ASSISTANT NEWS EDITORAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsCreates curls and waves similar to the Dyson AirwrapReally lightweight for travelConsOnly has one size curling barrel that you need to swap for each side of headWhy we love it: Shark is next-level when it comes to beauty tools—we're obsessed with everything from their blow dryers to the Cryo LED mask. And we must admit, the FlexStyle is very similar to the Dyson Airwrap in terms of both attachments and results.The biggest difference we noticed between the Flexstyle and the Airwrap was in the size and length of the attachments, specifically the round brushes and curling wands. “Ever since I cut my hair into a short lil French bob, I've been infatuated with my Shark FlexStyle, specifically the curling attachments," says beauty editor Beth Gillette. "They're on the smaller side, compared to other similar tools I've tried—this gives me a tighter curl, which majorly helps with the longevity of my style."Associate shopping editor Meg Uy loved the oval brush for her long, thick hair since it wasn't too big that it made it difficult to maneuver. "Overall, in just 11 minutes, my hair was transformed into a voluminous and soft blowout with soft curls at the ends," she says.Features at a glanceAttachments5 (2 curling barrels, a blow dryer concentrator, round brush, and a paddle brush)Heat settings3, plus cool shotSpeed settings3Megan UyOne Cosmo editor says: "With this one tool, you're able to create bouncy curls and waves as well as silky-smooth straight hair. I'm particularly obsessed with the fact that it not only dries and styles my hair at once (with minimal heat damage btw) but it also leaves my hair so immensely soft, shiny, and smooth. Mind you, I’ve only seen results like this after leaving a salon!”—MEG UY, ASSOCIATE SHOPPING EDITORAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowProsFour attachments for drying, diffusing, defining, and stretching 4c hairTesters like how lightweight it isConsNot super fast at drying, according to some reviewersWhy we love it: When it comes to using the Airwrap paddle brush for stretching your hair, some users find the teeth on the attachment too firm and harsh. So if you’re working with curly hair and prefer something a bit gentler, try Pattern’s blow dryer, whose brush attachment uses flexible nylon bristles for detangling, but adds just enough tension to stretch and fluff your hair. The dryer also comes with three other attachments (a diffuser, a concentrator nozzle, and a wide-tooth comb) for detangling, drying, and defining curls.One Cosmo editor says: “I didn’t think it was possible to design a dryer specifically for textured hair, but Tracee Ellis Ross totally did it. The unique attachments are a curly girl’s dream.”—JULEE WILSON, BEAUTY EDITOR-AT-LARGEFeatures at a glanceAttachments4 (diffuser, concentrator nozzle, wide-tooth comb, brushHeat settings3Speed settings2ProsStyles hair extremely quicklyGives *lots* of volumeConsHave to finesse to get your curls to lastWhy we love it: Of all the Dyson Airwrap dupes I've tested, this one gave me the quickest, most voluminous look of all (see the pic below for proof). I started by drying my roots with the blow-dryer attachment, then gave 'em some lift with the round brush. I loved that it didn't tug at my hair, but still created enough tension to give me some serious va-va-volume. I followed that with the curling attachment to create waves throughout my hair, which were not only bouncy and voluminous but smooth and silky too. Every time I use this tool, I'm so obsessed with how my hair looks.One caveat is that, based on my testing (and senior entertainment editor Emma Baty's), you've gotta put some work in to get these curls to hold their shape for longer than an hour or so. I always scrunch in some mousse to give my hair some lift and hold before using the tool. I also make sure to hold the barrel on my hair for 10 to 15 seconds, then hit it with the cold shot for 10 seconds to set them in place.Features at a glanceAttachments4 (round brush, 2 curling barrels, blow dryer)Heat settings3, plus cold shotSpeed settings3Advertisement - Continue Reading BelowEmma BatyOne Cosmo editor says: "I love that the Bondi gives me four different ways to blow dry my hair on top of the two curling attachments. It replaced about three other tools I had sitting in my drawer. The smallest blow-dry brush attachment, for example, gives me really nice volume at my ends. And the curling attachments did give me beautiful, Kate Middleton-esque curls. However, try as I might, I could not get the curls to hold. I tried everything: mousse, hairspray, holding the curls in place while they cooled. So while the immediate results were amazing, they just didn't last for me." — EMMA BATY, SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT EDITORProsIon technology keeps hair shinySuper lightweight and easy to travel withConsCan only use on dry hairWhy we love it: If the whole point of the Dyson Airwrap that appeals to you is a voluminous blowout (or Sabrina Carpenter-esque bangs), maybe all you need is a thermal brush. It’s essentially a curling iron in the form of a round brush—think the kind of tool your stylist uses for that bouncy finish (that’s nearly impossible to replicate) or like the Airwrap’s round brush attachment. Except this one is much more affordable and doesn’t require salon-level skills.The device uses ion technology to help smooth frizz and boost shine. It heats up quickly and styles in minutes, helping add movement and volume to your hair with one motion and minimal effort. At less than a fifth of the price of the Airwrap, it’s a solid alternative that genuinely works to give a blowout-esque finish.Read our full review of the Amika Thermal Round Brush right here.One Cosmo editor says: “I love the Amika Thermal brush on the days where my hair is dry but in its natural wavy form, and I don't feel like assembling the all the attachments on my Airwrap. This tool smooths over any waves and creates the perfect loose and bouncy curl. It takes me less than 10 minutes to do my entire head (and I have v thick hair, and a lot of it might I add)."—JHFeatures at a glanceAttachmentsN/AHeat settings1Speed settingsN/AAdvertisement - Continue Reading BelowHow to choose the best Dyson Airwrap dupe:Consider your hair type.Listen: The Dyson Airwrap is definitely not a one-size-fits-all tool, meaning that certain functions will work better on different hair types. That said, when you’re choosing a dupe, focus on your hair type and what your hair needs. Is it tension to stretch out your coily hair? Look for a tool with a flexible-bristle brush attachment, like the Pattern by Tracee Ellis Ross Blow Dryer. Or maybe your fine hair needs more heat to hold a curl, in which case you might want to try a curling iron. Thick hair? You might need a blow-dry brush with a combo of plastic and natural bristles that’ll straighten and curl your hair without tugging.Assess your styling goals.The best Dyson Airwrap dupe really comes down to what you plan to use the tool for. If you’re trying to get those TikTok-famous Airwrap curls, you might prefer to just try a 1.25-inch barrel curling iron for a more bouncy curl. But if you like how sleek and straight someone gets their hair with an Airwrap, try a heated straightening brush or a blow-dry brush. And if you really just want a tool that does it all, grab one of the multi-use options above and finally clear out your stash of unused irons.Why trust Cosmopolitan?Mary Honkus is a contributing beauty editor for Cosmopolitan with eight years of experience researching, writing, and editing beauty stories, including a deep dive on why your hair gets so oily and making a case for coconut oil for hair. She's an authority in all beauty categories, and her hair is her prized possession. For this story, she tested dozens of Dyson Airwrap dupes and consulted with the rest of Cosmo’s beauty team to find the best picks.Beth Gillette is the beauty editor at Cosmopolitan with seven years of experience researching, writing, and editing hair stories that range from the best curly hair brushes to the best hair steamers. She’s an authority in all hair categories but is an expert when it comes to Dyson Airwrap dupes after trying dozens on her own fine, straight hair. She regularly tests and analyzes new hair tools for efficacy, while working with the industry’s top hairstylists to assess new formulas and brands.Beth Gillette is the beauty editor at Cosmopolitan, where she covers skincare, makeup, hair, nails, and more across digital and print. She can generally be found in bright eyeshadow furiously typing her latest feature or hemming and hawing about a new product you "have to try." Prior to Cosmopolitan, she wrote and edited beauty content as an Editor at The Everygirl for four years. Follow her on Instagram for makeup selfies and a new hair 'do every few months. Mary Honkus is a freelance writer who covers beauty, home, fashion, health, and wellness (just call her a jack of all trades!). She has held staff roles at Real Simple, People, and InStyle, and her bylines can be found in numerous other publications. When she's not testing the latest and greatest products, she can be found chilling on her Hell's Kitchen rooftop, checking out NYC's hottest new restaurants, or recording her podcast Good Trouble NYC. Follow her on Instagram.