Like the idea of Dyson’s super-fast drying with frizz and heat control? These clever alternatives get you the same technology for less.
Dyson’s most powerful yet lightest hair dryer yet, the Supersonic promises precision drying and a smooth finish for shine without heat damage.
Thanks to its smart heat sensor, the Supersonic prevents overheating and protects the hair from burning — something that, according to experts, didn’t really exist in mainstream dryers before Dyson.
Ionic technology and a slim concentrator nozzle create a fast, narrow blade of air (similar to Dyson’s hand dryers) to smooth the hair cuticle, reduce frizz and speed up styling.
That said, with a price tag just shy of £450 for the newest, most advanced models, it’s certainly an investment. So, if you’re after the frizz control technology but don’t want to fork out the money for the real deal (understandable), luckily, there’s an array of dupes that’ll get you impressively close.
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Best dupe: Laifen Swift Hair Dryer
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Best price: Remington Ionic Dry 2200 Hair Dryer
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Fastest drying: TQQ Hair Dryer
Wavytalk Turblow Pro Fast Hair Dryer
Buy now for £54.90 at Amazon.
Almost £400 cheaper than the Dyson Supersonic, Wavytalk’s alternative offers five times faster drying than a normal hair dryer, with an RPM brushless motor.
With three speeds, three temperatures and weighing just 0.86lbs, it offers easy styling. Plus, magnetic attachments offer versatile choice for different styles and hair types.
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Shark Style iQ Ionic Hair Dryer & Styler
Buy for £169.15 at Amazon.
Hot on Dyson’s tails with the dupes as per usual, Shark’s answer to the Supersonic surprisingly doesn’t explicitly mention any of its crucial ‘ionic technology’. Instead, Shark’s own ‘iQ technology’ combines rapid air power with high velocity heated ionised air for fast drying with no heat damage.
Comes with three style attachments — brush, concentrator and curl-defining diffuser — and an automatic heat and airflow setting.
IMMOSO Ionic Hair dryer
Buy now for £49.89 at Amazon.
Often considered the best supersonic dupe under £100 and one of the cheapest options on our list, IMMOSO dries hair in three to six minutes with a high-speed brushless motor and 1600W power.
Portable, with comfortable grip and equipped with a 360-degree rotating magnetic nozzle — emitting 200 million negative ions per second to manage frizz while drying. This one doesn’t come with a diffuser attachment, but it’s a great option if you’re watching your spending.
Laifen Swift Hair Dryer
Buy now for €129.99 (£112) at laifentech.com.
This high-speed hair dryer with eight dryer settings features a powerful brushless motor with speeds of up to 110,000 rpm, drying hair quickly and efficiently.
Negative ion technology helps reduce frizz and boost shine, while aerodynamic air ducts, minimal vibration and an optimised air inlet filter keep air noise to a minimum — all at a whisper-quiet sound level. UK plug types are selling out quickly so get on the waiting list ASAP to grab yours.
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CASAMAA Professional Ionic Hair Dryer
Buy now for £79.99 at Amazon.
Prioritising hair care and smoothing, CASAMAA’s ionic hair dryer uses ionic conditioning for frizz-free styles, while constant temperature control ensures it dries evenly with minimal damage.
With one diffuser and two concentrator attachments — perfect for curly or straight hair styling. With a powerful AC motor for quick drying, this is a solid alternative to the Supersonic.
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TQQ Hair Dryer
Buy for £61.75 at Amazon.
With two-minute drying and 400 million plasma ions (higher than other dupes on the list), TQQ’s dryer offers a super-fast option with enhanced care for hair damage — closing the hair cuticle and locking in moisture.
With two wind settings and five heat settings, intelligent thermal control technology keeps the temperature below 52C to prevent damage, and a built-in sound insulation air inlet keeps noise to a minimum.
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HappyGoo Hair Dryer
Buy now for £29.99 at Amazon.
At just £29.99, HappyGoo’s ionic hair dryer is a super budget friendly option for those who don’t want to miss out on ionic technology smoothing and fast drying.
It has just three heat settings and two speed settings, so you’ll sacrifice slightly on this, but it still comes with a diffuser and two concentrators so it’s good value for money and for the technology.
Remington Ionic Dry 2200 Hair Dryer
Buy now for £19.99 at Amazon.
Remington’s answer to the Supersonic offers a high-power blow dry with 2200W airflow power to dry quickly and efficiently.
Three heat settings and two speed settings allow for versatile styling and a separate diffuser lift at the roots. Plus, of course, ionic conditioning technology achieves a frizz-free finish. For under £20, this is major bang for your buck.
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7MAGIC Travel Ionic Hair Dryer
Buy now for £29.48 at Amazon.
Another super cheap option, this travel hair dryer lets you take the technology on the go. It has three wind speeds and three temperature settings, and its 300 million ion level (less than some of the more expensive ones) makes this a great option.
Its lightweight and portable — and comes with its very own carry bag. Plus, a removal safety cover blocks hair fur and dust, and there’s a cleaning brush for maintenance — the perfect option to bring for styling on holiday and trips away.
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