Dyson Supersonic vs. Airwrap
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Design
Let's start by comparing the design of the Dyson Supersonic vs. the Dyson Airwrap:
The Dyson Supersonic is a straightforward hair dryer with the motor in the handle (rather than the head) to create a lightweight and balanced version of the classic tool. It weighs a mere 1.8 lbs., so you can hold it comfortably for long stretches. Its five attachments attach magnetically, so you can quickly and easily switch between attachments while styling. Despite the lightweight design, it features a powerful Dyson digital motor V9 with Air Multiplier™ technology, which produces powerful jets of controlled air for faster drying. It's also designed with negative ions to reduce static. A 9-foot cord lets you move around while drying your hair, or move the dryer to different sides of your head with ease. The Supersonic doesn't come with a case, so that's something to note if you plan to bring it on vacation. It comes in multiple colors, including limited edition shades.
The Dyson Airwrap also features a lightweight design, weighing in at 1.5 lbs. This is particularly helpful when styling, so your arm doesn't get tired when doing more complicated styles. An 8.5 foot cable offers flexibility, so you can comfortably stand in front of the mirror no matter where the nearest outlet is. Like the Supersonic, the Airwrap features the powerful Dyson digital motor V9, powerful enough to create the Coanda effect that attracts the hair to the barrel—the hallmark feature of this tool. Its attachments also connect magnetically. The Airwrap also comes with a storage case with a cushioned interior and a removable lid that also serves as a non-slip mat for your multi-styler.
Attachments
The Supersonic has five attachments designed for different hair types: the flyaway attachment, the styling concentrator, diffuser, gentle air attachment and the wide-tooth comb attachment for curly and textured hair. That means that people of all hair types can get great results from this hair dryer; if you have a child or roommate that has a different hair type, you can both use this tool with success.
The Airwrap has six attachments: the Coanda Dryer+Flyaway smoother, the 1.2" barrel, the 1.6" barrel, the soft smoothing brush, the firm smoothing brush and the round volumizing brush. The barrels can create curls and waves of different sizes in either direction, while the Coanda smoothing attachment dries, smooths and hides flyaways. If you're looking for a big, bouncy blowout, experiment with the different brushes. There are also additional attachments sold separately, like the wide-tooth comb.
Features
The Dyson Supersonic protects hair from heat damage with its intelligent heat control: the dryer measures the air temperature over 40 times a second to regulate the heat, preventing heat damage and protecting shine. It also features Heat Shield technology to help keep the attachments cool on the outside, so you can easily switch them out without burning yourself. It features three speed settings for different types of drying: Low for diffusing, Medium for regular drying and High for the fastest drying and styling. There are also four heat settings: High, Medium, Low and Cold Shot. Supersonic is primarily meant for drying, so the styles you can create with it are more minimal.
The hallmark feature of the Dyson Airwrap is the Coanda effect: this technology attracts air to the barrel of the styler to effectively curl and smooth without high heat. The Coanda effect means you don't have to repeatedly wrap each strand around the barrel, which cuts down on styling time. It features the same intelligent heat control as the Supersonic, so you can style without excess heat damage. There are also three airflow speeds and three temperature settings, as well as the Cold Shot located on the power button. While the Airwrap does dry your hair, its primary function is styling, so it won't dry hair as fast as the Supersonic.
Price
In general, Dyson hair tools are an investment; if this isn't something you plan on using regularly, you may want to consider a hair tool with a lower price point. However, Dyson hair tools cost more because they have great design and superior functionality. As of publishing, the Supersonic retails for $429 and the Airwrap retails for $599. If you just want to dry your hair with less damage, save some money and go for the Supersonic. But if you like to change up your hair style, the Airwrap is a great investment.
Both hair styling tools also have new versions that are also available at Abt: the Supersonic Nural and the Airwrap i.d. If you've decided between one tool over the other, it's also worth looking into these upgraded versions to see if the added features appeal to you; the Airwrap i.d., for example, offers Bluetooth connectivity and updated attachments. The Supersonic Nural is slightly more expensive at $479, but the Airwrap i.d. is still $599, so you don't have to pay more for the most recent version.
Dyson Supersonic vs. Airwrap: Which Tool is Best For You?
At this point, we hope it's easier for you to decide between the Dyson Supersonic vs. Airwrap. If you're looking for more of a traditional hair dryer, the Supersonic is a great choice that dries hair faster. It's also more than $100 cheaper, so it's slightly more budget-friendly (though still a premium price point). If you like to frequently switch up your style, the Airwrap is a better choice. No matter which you choose, know that Dyson hair tools are popular for a reason: you'll enjoy sleek design and superior engineering for shiny, less damaged hair. If you want to get hands-on with these styling tools, visit the Dyson store inside Abt's atrium. Still having trouble deciding? Call 800-860-3577 for guidance from our experts.
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