Dyson Airwrap vs Shark FlexStyle (and the Supersonic)

The two best-known air stylers, plus Dyson's hair dryer, compared in plain English.

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Updated November 4, 2026. We have not hands-on tested these products; this guide summarizes manufacturer details and what each product is designed for.

What an air styler does

Air stylers use airflow to wrap hair around a barrel and dry it in a curl or wave, instead of clamping it against a very hot plate. Both of these also work as a hair dryer.

Dyson Airwrap i.d.

The Airwrap i.d. is the premium option and connects to an app by Bluetooth. Choose it if you style most days and want the original. Check price on Amazon

Shark FlexStyle

The FlexStyle twists from a dryer into a styler and usually costs much less than the Airwrap. Choose it if you want the same idea on a tighter budget. Check price on Amazon

Just want a great dryer? Dyson Supersonic Nural

If you mostly blow-dry, the Supersonic Nural focuses on fast drying with automatic heat control. Check price on Amazon

Tips

Check which attachments are included in the listing; bundles vary.
Look at results for your hair type in Amazon customer photos and reviews.