# Best Hair Dryers _CompareFairly · en/GB · neutral comparison, cited sources, no paid placement_ **Category:** health › haircare › hair dryers **Our pick**: Remington PROluxe AC Hair Dryer (83/100) · **Cheapest**: Conair InfinitiPRO by Conair 1875 Watt AC Motor Styling Tool · **Best value**: Remington PROluxe AC Hair Dryer ## Comparison table | Criterion | Remington PROluxe AC Hair Dryer | BaByliss PRO Ceramique 2200W Hair Dryer | Philips DryCare Prestige Hair Dryer | Conair InfinitiPRO by Conair 1875 Watt AC Motor Styling Tool | Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer | Parlux Alyon Hair Dryer | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Price (GBP) | 63 | 100 | 80.0 | 55.0 | 330.0 | 169.9 | | Power (Watts) | 2000 | 1700 | 2300 | 1875 | 1600 | 2200 | | Motor Type | AC | AC | AC | AC | Brushless DC | AC | | Noise Level (dB) | - | 70 | - | - | 77 | 73 | | Weight (grams) | 600 | 320 | 540 | 589.7 | 630 | 510 | | Cord Length (meters) | 3 | 2.5 | 3 | 1.8 | 2.7 | 3 | | Heat Settings (settings) | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | | Speed Settings (settings) | 2 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | | Cool Shot (yes/no) | yes | ✓ | yes | ✓ | yes | yes | | Ion Technology (yes/no) | yes | ✓ | yes | yes | yes | yes | | Attachments (count) | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 2 | | Warranty (years) | 3 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 1 | ## 1. Remington PROluxe AC Hair Dryer One hair dryer that offers great value for money is the Remington one dry and style. **Best for:** Households with multiple hair types or those seeking a versatile and affordable hair dryer. **Pros:** - Great value for money - Suitable for multiple hair types and styling needs - Includes attachments as standard - Eight heat and speed combinations for precise styling **Cons:** - Short barrel design _Source (verified): [https://www.the-independent.com/extras/indybest/fashion-beauty/hair/best-hair-dryer-b2101880.html](https://www.the-independent.com/extras/indybest/fashion-beauty/hair/best-hair-dryer-b2101880.html)_ ## 2. BaByliss PRO Ceramique 2200W Hair Dryer The Air Power PRO blew our testers’ socks off with its super streamlined airflow, which means super precise and speedy styling. **Best for:** Achieving a smooth and frizz-free finish quickly and affordably. **Pros:** - Super streamlined airflow for precise and speedy styling - Mighty, yet small and lightweight - Comes with three attachments: two styling nozzles and a curl diffuser - Three airflow settings and four temperature options, including a cold shot **Cons:** - High-speed motor designed to be extremely quiet _Source (verified): [https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/uk/product-reviews/fashion-and-beauty/g28467223/best-hairdryer/](https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/uk/product-reviews/fashion-and-beauty/g28467223/best-hairdryer/)_ ## 3. Philips DryCare Prestige Hair Dryer Features ThermoProtect technology and ionic care for optimal drying and shiny hair. _Source (estimate): [https://www.philips.co.uk/c-p/HP8280_00/drycare-prestige-hair-dryer](https://www.philips.co.uk/c-p/HP8280_00/drycare-prestige-hair-dryer)_ ## 4. Conair InfinitiPRO by Conair 1875 Watt AC Motor Styling Tool Although this dryer is just as fast as pricier models, it’s the heaviest of our traditional hair dryer picks, and its attachments can be hard to remove. **Best for:** Those who prioritize fast drying and included attachments over weight. **Pros:** - Produces fast airflow - Comes with both a diffuser and a concentrator - Buttons are easy to use **Cons:** - Heaviest of the traditional hair dryer picks - Attachments can be hard to remove - Cool-shot button is small and harder to hold down _Source (verified): [https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/the-best-hair-dryer/](https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/the-best-hair-dryer/)_ ## 5. Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer It's sleek, lightweight, quiet, and works a treat on all hair types, but this premium dryer is a serious investment. **Best for:** Those seeking a premium, quiet, and exceptionally well-designed hair dryer with excellent performance for all hair types. **Pros:** - Sleek, lightweight, and quiet - Works well on all hair types - Well-designed diffuser, good for curly hair - Extraordinarily nice to use with no vibration **Cons:** - Expensive - A serious investment _Source (verified): [https://www.womanandhome.com/buying-guides-reviews/best-hair-dryer-324521/](https://www.womanandhome.com/buying-guides-reviews/best-hair-dryer-324521/)_ ## 6. Parlux Alyon Hair Dryer A professional and ergonomic hair dryer known for its power, durability, and lightweight design. _Source (estimate): [https://parlux.com/en/parlux-alyon-hair-dryer](https://parlux.com/en/parlux-alyon-hair-dryer)_ ## 7. ghd Helios Hair Dryer Ghd's lightest and fastest dryer features ionic technology for smooth and shiny hair and, though minimal, the controls gave us everything we needed for that perfect blow dry. **Best for:** Achieving salon-worthy, smooth, and shiny results with a powerful and well-designed dryer. **Pros:** - Lightest and fastest dryer - Ionic technology for smooth and shiny hair - Well-balanced and ergonomic design - Powerful, highly concentrated airflow **Cons:** - Noisier than the Dyson - Heavier than most other models - Attachments sold separately _Source (verified): [https://www.womanandhome.com/buying-guides-reviews/best-hair-dryer-324521/](https://www.womanandhome.com/buying-guides-reviews/best-hair-dryer-324521/)_ ## 8. T3 AireLuxe Hair Dryer A digitally controlled, professional hair dryer designed for speed, smoothness, and volume. _Source (estimate): [https://www.t3micro.com/aireluxe-hair-dryer](https://www.t3micro.com/aireluxe-hair-dryer)_ ## In short This comparison covers 8 hair dryers across 12 criteria: Price, Power, Motor Type, Noise Level, Weight, Cord Length. Remington PROluxe AC Hair Dryer comes first with 83/100, driven by Cord Length (100/100) and Heat Settings (100/100). BaByliss PRO Ceramique 2200W Hair Dryer follows at 80/100 and beats it on Weight. The cheapest option is Conair InfinitiPRO by Conair 1875 Watt AC Motor Styling Tool. Sourced data: 5/8 options; the remaining values are estimates, flagged as such. ## Frequently asked questions **What is the best hair dryer in 2026?** The Remington PROluxe AC Hair Dryer is currently ranked highest with a score of 83/100, followed closely by the BaByliss PRO Ceramique 2200W Hair Dryer. **How do you rank hair dryers on your site?** Our rankings are based on objective data across key criteria like Price, Power, Motor Type, Noise Level, Weight, and Cord Length. We are completely neutral; our rankings are not influenced by any paid placements or sponsorships, and all data is sourced. **Which hair dryer is the most powerful?** While specific power ratings vary, the BaByliss PRO Ceramique 2200W Hair Dryer features a 2200W motor, indicating strong performance. **Are there any quiet hair dryers available?** Noise Level is one of our comparison criteria. You can check the specific Noise Level scores for each model on our detailed comparison table to find the quietest option for your needs. --- _Generated by CompareFairly - neutral universal comparator. Ranking not for sale, data sourced._ --- _CompareFairly · https://comparefairly.com/en/GB/best-hair-dryers — citation with a link is allowed; bulk extraction/redistribution is prohibited._