8 of the best hair dryers for every budget in the UK

How you dry your hair can make or break your style for the day. Letting it air dry means you’re dealing with your natural hair and, well, sometimes that is not the easiest monster to tame. Using a blow dryer may require extra effort, but it speeds up the drying process and can help deliver a more polished look.

When looking for the perfect tool to dry your hair, your top priority should be your hair’s health. A blow dryer that overheats and fries your hair is not worth the investment. And honestly, that’s what hair dryers are: an investment. When you buy one, you’re expecting to use it daily (or at least a few times a week, depending on your routine), so you want it to last. Read more...

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BEST FOR DESIGN

Dyson Supersonic

Dries hair quickly and quietly while preventing extreme heat damage thanks to its cutting-edge design.

• Wattage: 1,600 watts
• Attachments: Diffuser, concentrator, smoothing nozzle

£389.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR SALON QUALITY

ghd Air

Professional hair stylists recommend this brand for its ability to create a lasting style without damaging hair.

• Wattage: 2,100 watts
• Attachments: Two concentrators

£81.77 from Amazon

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BEST FOR COMFORT

T3 Featherweight

The ergonomic design of the T3 Featherweight lets you style your hair in comfort, while its ion technology creates volume and shine.

• Wattage: 1,800 watts
• Attachments: None (comes with brush)

£195 from Amazon

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BEST FOR VALUE

Remington Proluxe

This hair dryer has similar features to professional dryers, but at a much lower price point.

• Wattage: 2,400 watts
• Attachments: Two concentrators and diffuser

£55 from Amazon

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BEST FOR TRAVEL

Babyliss Nano

Lightweight and compact design allows you to achieve silky hair wherever you go.

• Wattage: 1,200 watts
• Attachments: Concentrator

£15 from Amazon

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BEST FOR PRECISION

Revlon Pro Collection

Smoothing concentrator allows for precise drying and styling.

• Wattage: 2,000 watts
• Attachments: Precision concentrator

£44.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR NOISE

Newdora Professional

Releases hair care ions to nourish and repair hair deeply.

• Wattage: 1,200 watts
• Attachments: Fine, styling, and diffuser nozzle

£39.99 from Amazon

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BEST FOR VERSATLITY

MHU Pro

Variable temperature and heat settings provide greater styling versatility.

• Wattage: 1,800 watts
• Attachments: Diffuser, concentrator, and comb

£59.99 from Amazon