The 9 Best Hair Dryers of 2024, Tested and Reviewed by Our Editors

You've probably seen the Dyson Supersonic before, and as cool-looking as it is, you probably thought it wasn't worth the hefty price tag — and boy, were you wrong. This hair dryer is a favorite of nearly every celebrity hairstylist and editor with beautiful, silky hair, hence the best overall distinction.

This lightweight, fast-drying tool prevents extreme heat damage to help protect the shine and uses negative ions to reduce static in hair. It's no wonder I'm so obsessed with my Supersonic and wrote a solo 10/10 review hyping it up.

The Supersonic helps me achieve a salon-quality blowout at home. It's made with a powerful V9 motor and uses Air Multiplier technology to dry my hair quickly without heat damage. Plus, the variety of attachments is also important to me because it allows styling flexibility for all hair textures.

The Supersonic comes with five attachments that stay cool to the touch, even when styling. My personal favorite attachment is the detangling comb, which is ideal for textured hair like mine. The fan-favorite smoothing nozzle creates a silky-smooth look that makes your hair feel light as air.

Dyson Supersonic Review

I love my Dyson and have been loyal AF to it since 2020, but if you've only got $200 to spend, the popular Tymo Hypeair is a giftable alternative. I do think the Dyson is a stronger, more robust product, especially since I've been using it consistently for four years, but the TLDR is if you've got a relatively limited budget, don't need many attachments, and don't have thick or textured tresses, the Tymo is your best gift idea. That being said, here are a few notable comparisons to help you confidently figure out which hairdryer to purchase.

The Tymo comes with three attachments – an adjustable diffuser, comb, and smoothing nozzle — while the Supersonic comes with five. If you or your giftee don't have a sensitive scalp, thin hair, or don't care about frizz then the Tymo might be the best pick. Otherwise, the extra Dyson attachments would make it a winning gift idea.

You should also consider your loved one's hair texture as the higher temperature will help smooth curlier and cooler tresses with ease. Both hairdryers feature three pre-set temperatures and a cooling setting, but Dyson's amps up to 212 degrees Fahrenheit while the HypeAir maxes out at 210 degrees Fahrenheit. This is a very minimal difference and likely won't make a huge impact for most, but if someone has thicker or textured hair, the extra heat is more beneficial for smoothing and styling their hair.

One of the biggest selling points for the Supersonic is the weight. At just 1.8 pounds, I can comfortably style my tresses without my writer's wrist or arm feeling tired. Most impressively, Tymo's supercharged hairdryer is around 0.84 pounds (380 grams), which is incredible for a full-sized hairdryer.

Overall, if you're shopping for a relatively cost-effective hairdryer that boasts impressive tech like ion charge and self-adjusting temperatures, opt for the Tymo. Regardless of which hairdryer is in your budget, both powerful hairstyling tools are worthy of use.

amika's groovy Barbie pink design is absolutely gorgeous, and its aesthetic is undoubtedly the best-looking of our featured winners!

But what I appreciate most is that amika perfectly blends form with function to create The CEO 360° hairdryer. It boasts an ergonomic design and the handle is equipped with a cushiony grip for maximum comfort when styling. As a bonus, this hairdryer only weighs 1.45 pounds, so my arm doesn't get tired when styling.

I'm also obsessed with the positive and negative ion settings. Positive ions help volumize hair when styling and enable the nutrients from my hair mask to penetrate even deeper. While the negative ion setting seals in hydration and eliminates frizz.

The Flight+ Travel Hair Dryer truly deserves a round of applause for its on the go frizz-fighting abilities. This ghd hair dryer works for all hair types, no matter how thick, curly, or thin your strands may be.

Above all, ghd made the perfect travel hairstyling companion for ensuring your tresses look fabulous whether you're doing a day trip or a week-long vacation. (Lucky you!) Notably, the 240 and 120 voltages ensure this hairdryer works in the US and abroad. Plus, it comes with a lightweight, handy case to protect your new gift from getting scratched or dented during long-haul flights or from airline baggage workers who don't treat suitcases with TLC.

I'm also obsessed with the foldable handle that ensures I can the benefits of pro-grade, full-sized tool without worrying about it taking up significant room in my carry-on bag.

Remington earned the top spot because it heats up relatively quickly and evenly for a $25 hairdryer. Plus, it's compatible with all hair types and boasts impressive Amazon reviews.

The ceramic barrel of this Remington hair dryer is infused with real crushed pearls. By transferring micro-conditioners through the air via the dryer, hair looks extra smooth, and the dryer also offers an impressive 40% faster airflow than its competitors.

Director of SEO and content Erica Murphy calls this her hair dryer of choice, saying she’s had this particular product for more than 5 years, and it “still works like a charm.” She also notes that this is her to-go for its powerful blow-drying skills, multiple heat settings, and simplicity. “All it takes is about five minutes, and my hair is perfectly dry,” she says.

Save the big bucks for the hair serums because this top-quality pick is less than $20, a total steal. This option from Revlon covers all the bases with multiple heat settings, a cool shot button, and an included diffuser. Plus, it uses ionic technology to smooth hair and reduce frizz.

This lightweight hair dryer is an affordable, reliable, and low-maintenance hot tool that earned major snaps from Christine Anderson, our executive director. She recommends this dryer for those who usually air-dry their hair but occasionally need a quick dry.

“I purchased this hair dyer back in college and 17 years later it’s still kicking. I love a product that can last nearly two decades without a loss in performance," she says. "I’m not a daily shampoo person, so I probably only blow-dry my hair once a week. If your haircare regiment is low maintenance and you just need a reliable blow dryer for occasional use, the Revlon Essentials is the tool for you.”

Made for the pros by the pros, Drybar's Buttercup Blow Dryer ensures the ultimate styling experience. It's a light-in-hand, quick-dry tool that works to not only dry but condition hair with nanobeads that seal cuticles to keep hair healthy and looking smooth.

It's a favorite of tester Zarah Kavarana, who says it's worth the investment for its ability to smooth and shine strands without causing any heat damage or frizziness.

I believe the Buttercup is worth the $200 price tag because it works on all hair textures, including her natural hair. Whenever I can use this sunshine-yellow hair dryer, I can skip using an anti-frizz serum because it’s made with ionic technology. The wider nozzle dries my thick hair fast, but I like to swap in the narrow nozzle when I want extra smooth and sleek hair.

Is it a hair dryer? A brush? Surprise: It's both! This best-selling Revlon hair-drying brush has garnered over 280,000 sparkling ratings on Amazon.

Our art production manager, Bridget Clegg, can't get enough of this brush for creating at-home blowouts that look identical to expensive salon ones. She also loves that this quick styler makes her reach for curling wands and flat irons less frequently.

Senior service editor Melanie Yates also loves using this iconic hot tool to style her shoulder-length hair. She considers this Revlon brush a “user-friendly device that does the work of two hair tools in just a fraction of the time.”

Our senior commerce editor Cat Bowen is also a huge fan of this hot tool because it effortlessly smooth and shape her curly hair without. Just keep in mind that this viral Revlon hot tool gets very hot. Or as Bowen puts it, "I only use it on low or cool settings because it's hotter than the surface of the sun."

Move over Tiffany Blue. Harry Josh Mint Green is the ultimate status symbol among beauty enthusiasts in the know. Harry Josh is the celebrity hairstylist of choice for supermodels like Gisele Bündchen and Cindy Crawford, but if you've ever seen a Victoria's Secret campaign, it's safe to say you've seen his work.

It might be hard to imagine spending nearly $250 on a hair dryer, but after using this one from celeb stylist Harry Josh’s line of hair care tools, you’ll be hooked like myself and our former beauty and style editor Ashley Phillips. She said, “It works wonders on my naturally straight hair, too, leaving it soft, shiny, and looking like I just got a salon blowout.”

For me, Harry Josh Pro Tools is the gold standard all other hot tool brands should be compared to. Impressively, the ion technology significantly reduces frizz, the motor has a speed of 94 miles per hour ensures my hair dries faster than most, and it's designed to be much quieter than the typical hair dryer. It's super pricey, but the results are honestly that much better. The hair dryer was my first foray into the brand, but it's certainly not my last.

If you’re looking for a high-tech hairdryer, I couldn't recommend the Shark HyperAIR enough. It’s so techy and reliable that I named it as the best hair dryer in our inaugural 2024 Best New Beauty Awards. HyperAIR is equipped with two sensors that automatically adjust the airflow and heat based on the attachment you use. You can also manually adjust those settings if you prefer.

My frizzy hair is a thing of the past thanks to this powerful hairdryer. It combines a consistent high-velocity heat control with ionized air to style hair quickly and heat up evenly.

This Shark hair tool has a powerful airflow that dries my hair quickly despite temperatures maxing out at 230 degrees Fahrenheit. The lightweight hairdryer — 1.69 pounds — emits negative ions to lock in shine and moisture while minimizing my frizz and static, which is always. win.

It comes with a concentrator nozzle to achieve a salon-worthy blowout from the comfort of your home. Shark also sells a kit with an adjustable diffuser to volumize your curly hair. Choose between longer prongs when working with long or thick hair, while short diffuser claws are helpful for short or fine hair.