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Our Editors Found the Best Airwrap Dupes (and Some Are Even Better than Dyson)
We tested every buzzy multi-styler on the market—these affordable Airwrap alternatives truly deliver.
Our entire team of beauty editors believes in the Dyson Airwrap hype. It's the one tool you can easily create every trending hairstyle with. But is it worth $600+? Ehh. Not for everyone. And definitely not when there are plenty of Dyson Airwrap dupes to choose from. In fact, we're actually just as obsessed with many of the best Dyson dupes. The Shark FlexStyle (and the brand-new Shark Glam), T3's Aire Multi-Styler, and a ton of affordable Amazon options top our list. Lemme show you my top picks right away:
Our top picks for the best Dyson Airwrap dupes in 2025:
So our team tested a dozen multi-stylers to find the best alternatives to the Dyson Airwrap—and spoiler: some of them work better depending on your hair needs. Now keep scrolling for the full list, along with tips on how to choose a Dyson Airwrap dupe, depending on your hair type and style preferences.

Pros
Uses warm air to help reduce heat damage while styling
Can be used to dry, straighten, curl, and wave hair with attachments
Cosmo Holy Grail Beauty Award winner
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.
One 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 EDITOR
Features at a Glance
| Attachments | 6 (2 curling barrels in different sizes, 1 smoothing dryer, 2 paddle brushes, and 1 round brush) |
| Heat settings | 3 plus a cool shot button |
| Speed settings | 3 |

I mean, there's really no denying the blowout and styling powers of the OG Airwrap.

Pros
Includes the three most-used Dyson attachments
Cons
Three attachments at this price still is a bit high
Okay, so it's not a dupe. BUT! The Origin Dyson Airwrap (aka the Airwrap without all the new bells and whistles) is on a rare sale just through today. I couldn't not tell you about it. This one comes with only three attachments (a curler, paddle brush, and dryer) that can help smooth, straighten, curl, and blow out your hair. TBH, I only really use those anyway, so it would be totally worth it for someone who's also a hair minimalist. And it's $150 off right now, which is fantastic. You also can buy the attachments separately if you decide you want more in the future.
Features at a Glance
| Attachments | 3 (curling wand, smoothing brush, dryer) |
| Heat settings | 3 |
| Speed settings | 3 |

Pros
Definitely the most luxe Airwrap dupe we’ve tested
I love how shiny and smooth my hair looks after using
Great for fine and thick hair, per testing
Cons
I wish it had a cool shot to set my curls :(
Basically every beauty editor in my feed has been sharing nonstop selfies of their voluminous, fluffy waves, all courtesy of the T3 Air Styler. And after using it on my hair for a week straight, I can confirm that it’s worthy of all the praise and clocks in as the best Dyson Airwrap dupe I’ve ever tried.
It seriously rivals the O.G. Airwrap in its results, especially in the volume department. I especially love how my hair looks when I curl with this, since the ceramic coating on the barrel evenly distributes heat for long-lasting curls (that are also seriously shiny, might I add). "I’m terrible at maneuvering a round brush and blow dryer at the same time, which is why I’m obsessed with T3’s Aire 360," says Cosmo's beauty director Lauren Balsamo. "It makes DIYing a bouncy blowout super easy, no matter your skill set."
One Cosmo editor says: "As someone with 3a curls, I usually find that air stylers take forever—I have to blow out my roots first just to get any kind of smoothness. But when I tested this one from T3, I noticed it took way less time to zhuzh up my hair on day two or three (and yes, even day four or five, IYKYK) compared to using a traditional curling iron. I also loved that the T3 Aire comes with both curling and blow-drying attachments, so you don’t have to drop another paycheck on a separate blow-dryer brush or waste half your suitcase to pack multiple tools."—SARAH MABERRY, COMMERCE EDITOR
| Attachments | 4 (one round brush, two curling barrels, one blow dryer) |
| Heat settings | 3 |
| Speed settings | 3 |

“The before and after pics you see here were taken literally five minutes apart,” Maberry notes. “While I don’t think air stylers can replace hot tools for everything, they can significantly speed up your hair routine once you master your technique.”

Pros
Design is intuitive and easy to use
Wet-styling mode is a game-changer
We're obsessed with all the different attachments
Cons
The plug is very large which isn't ideal for storage
The highest temperature is VERY hot (almost *too* hot)
The Shark Glam is easily one of the best hair tool launches of 2025. We tested it 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's got six attachments that do everything you could ever wanna do with your hair: straighten, curl, smooth, dry, blow out, etc. Plus, there's a wet and dry styling mode to help you style no matter what state your hair's in.
To make it smart and nicer on your hair, Shark 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 Glance
| Attachments | 6 |
| Heat settings | 3, plus a cool shot button |
| Speed settings | 3 |

One 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 is pretty much identical to the original one and 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 switch between both while using 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 EDITOR

Pros
Creates curls and waves similar to the Dyson Airwrap
Really lightweight for travel
Cons
Only has one size curling barrel that you need to swap for each side of head
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. Best of all: You can snag the original iteration right now for $150 off.
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.
One 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 EDITOR
| Attachments | 5 (2 curling barrels, a blow dryer concentrator, round brush, and a paddle brush) |
| Heat settings | 3, plus cool shot |
| Speed settings | 3 |


Pros
Works at 110v, which is great for international travel
Cons
A few testers said the attachments can be a bit wobbly
If you just so happen to have a very special event going on, idk, tomorrow, and need a new tool to do your hair, this will get to your house right on time with Amazon Prime. Just like the Dyson Airwrap, it comes with a slew of attachments that give you flexible styling options (curling, straightening, smoothing, drying, volumizing—you name it).
Unlike the Airwrap, though, this one will actually work on your Euro summer vacations, since it has a 110 voltage. So if you do already have a Dyson, or a Shark, or any other similar styling tool that you love that won't work abroad but you can't live without while traveling, tons of reviewers swear by this tool as an alternative to stash in your suitcase.
One Cosmo reader says: "I am pretty basic when it comes to styling my hair. As a mom and a nurse, I tend to shower, brush my hair, and throw it in a clip. But finally, at the age of 40, I have the option to beautifully style my hair within minutes with this tool. There is no learning curve, and it’s extremely easy to use. I’ve made some pretty stupid purchases throughout the years, and I can honestly say that this is one of the top 10 best purchases of mine."
| Attachments | 6 (1 round brush, 1 oval brush, 2 curling barrels, 1 blow dryer, 1 straightener brush) |
| Heat settings | 3 |
| Speed settings | 3 |

Pros
Has five attachments that each give a different type of curl
Curls last a long time, even on my fine hair
Cons
Hot iron, so it can cause more breakage than an air-based tool
If you like the curly look of the Airwrap but want your style to last a bit longer, then you probably should look into a curling iron. And this set that includes five attachments from Wavytalk is basically the best option. It gives you five different styles (whether you want big waves from the 1.25" curling iron or beachy waves from the flat iron or a blowout from the round brush), all with the same tool, but because it uses heat versus air, the look lasts a whole lot longer.
One Cosmo editor says: "I have extremely fine hair, so legit curls never last. I could spritz the strongest hold hairspray and nothin'. But when I use this specific curling iron—any of the attachments, actually—I notice that my waves last a bit longer than normal, even if I don't use any styling products."—BETH GILLETTE, BEAUTY EDITOR
| Attachments | 5 (2 curling wands without a clamp, 1 with a clamp, 1 straightener, 1 round brush) |
| Heat settings | 2 |
| Speed settings | None |

Pros
Styles hair extremely quickly
Gives *lots* of volume
Cons
Have to finesse to get your curls to last
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 not only were 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.
One 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 EDITOR
| Attachments | 4 (round brush, 2 curling barrels, blow dryer) |
| Heat settings | 3, plus cold shot |
| Speed settings | 3 |

Okay, this styler has the blow drying powers and brush attachments akin to the Dyson Airwrap, and the straightening feature similar to the Dyson Airstraight—does it get any better? Apparently, yes. Because this device also comes with a diffuser, too. BaByliss seriously thought of everything.
The only thing that's missing is the barrel attachments, but if you like a voluminous blowout, embracing your hair's natural waves, or a pin-straight finish, you can achieve any of those looks with this single device.
One shopper says: "Honestly? I didn’t expect to love this as much as I do. The BaBylissPRO Nano Titanium StyleSwitch is lightweight, easy to handle, and actually makes styling feel less like a chore. All the attachments snap on without a fight, and the brush one gives my hair that smooth, bouncy look without frying it. I’ve used it on both damp and dry hair, and it works great either way. Pricey? Yeah. Worth it? Absolutely."
| Attachments | 4 (1 round brush, a paddle brush, a smoother, and a diffuser) |
| Heat settings | 2 (and a cold shot) |
| Speed settings | 3 |
Whenever someone asks for a hair straightener rec or wants the silky results of the Dyson Airwrap (or Airstrait), I point them to this heated brush from Wavytalk. You simply brush your hair through the device—you don't even need to comb or separate your strands beforehand, the device's teeth do that for you—and it smooths and straightens the hair in seconds.
It even has that ion technology we know and love to keep our hair looking as sleek as possible. With six temperature settings and a $40 price tag, it's hard to beat this Amazon-favorite straightener.
One Cosmo editor says: "I have both the Dyson Airwrap and the Dyson Airstrait, so I know a thing or two about which heat tools will actually replicate the real deal. And lemme tell you, this affordable straightener comb is actually worth it. I haven't used a traditional flat iron in years because this one is just as good, plus it combs my hair while styling it."—JH
| Attachments | None |
| Heat settings | 6 |
| Speed settings | N/A |

Pros
Testers love how versatile it is to blow dry, smooth, and volumize
Cons
Doesn't get hot enough for some reviewers
This three-in-one tool includes a round-brush attachment and a paddle-brush attachment that are excellent at smoothing thick hair without tugging (unlike the Airwrap brushes, according to some testers), thanks to their mix of plastic and nylon bristles. So, if you want a Rachel Green-style blowout on your thick hair, start with the round-brush attachment at your roots and slowly pull it down through your hair, flipping in the ends slightly by angling the tool. Or you can get a super-sleek look by running the paddle brush through your hair, section by section, followed by a smoothing cream for some hold and shine. Even better? It also comes with a blow-dryer attachment, making this a genius invention to travel with.
One shopper says: “The blow-dry end is my favorite by far—I have really thick, curly hair, and this tool dried my hair soooo quickly. The roundbrush reminded me a lot of the Drybar double shot, but it had more temperature settings that allowed for more control! I also like that the paddle brush did not make my hair look stick-like on the ends and still gave a smooth finish!"
| Attachments | 3 (round brush, paddle brush, and blow dryer) |
| Heat settings | 4 |
| Speed settings | 3 |

Pros
Automatic twirling barrel helps create uniform curls
Cons
Can take a sec to figure out (but gets easier as you go)
Fun fact: I gifted this iron to my mom after she fell in love with using the Dyson Airwrap to create super-fast curls. No, it doesn’t use the same technology as the Dyson—the Airwrap uses air, while the Beachwaver uses direct heat—but it does have an automated curling barrel that twirls your hair around with the press of a button to create glossy, long-lasting curls (FWIW, it was actually launched in 2011—a whopping seven years before the Airwrap—and has eight patents, so the device is def not a dupe by any means, but the overall ~essence~ of the curls it creates is v similar).
I got my mom the 1-inch iron because she likes those classic beachy waves, but if you’re looking for an exact Airwrap dupe, go for the 1.25-inch iron (shown here) for bigger, fluffier curls.
One shopper says: “I’ve tried every method of curlers, and this is by far the easiest one. It took a minute to get used to it, but now it’s very simple to use. It heats up very quickly, and I love that you can customize the heat setting.”
| Attachments | None |
| Heat settings | 290 to 410 degrees |
| Speed settings | N/A |
How 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. 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’?

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.
Jasmine Hyman is the assistant beauty editor at Cosmopolitan where she writes about all the best hair trends and products. For this story, she used her years of experience testing Dyson products and other multi-stylers to choose the best tools that will give you the bounciest blowouts out there.
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.
Jasmine Hyman is the Assistant Beauty Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she writes about the latest beauty trends and must-have products. Her most prized beauty possessions are a meticulous skincare routine and salon blowouts. You’ll also likely find her in bed reading a good book or endlessly scrolling TikTok (spoiler: it’s usually the latter) while listening to Harry Styles’ entire discography on repeat. Follow her on Insta to be inundated with pictures of her meals.
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