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The best blow dryer brushes of 2024 for quick and easy styling
Staff Pick
This was our favorite blow dryer brushes for thick hair. Our writer who reviewed this loved "the cool shot button and volume booster switch, the latter of which helps create extra-tousled and textured tresses." This is the lowest price we've ever seen it.
What we like
- Built-in microchip helps regulate even heat distribution
- Two interchangeable attachments for customizable styling options
What we don’t like
- Bulky handle
- High price point may be a turn-off for some
The T3 Airebrush Duo is our pick for the best blow dryer brush overall based on my own extensive testing. It comes with two attachments (one 2.5-inch round brush and one 3-inch paddle brush), which makes styling a breeze. I like to start with the round brush before switching to the paddle brush to eliminate frizzy roots.
Other highlights include the cool shot button and volume booster switch, the latter of which helps create extra-tousled and textured tresses. Plus, the built-in microchip — which helps regulate temperature to ensure an even distribution of heat — is another nice touch. To top it off, users can choose from a whopping 15 heat and speed combinations.
The BaByliss Hot Air Brush has an ergonomic handle and anti-static rotating brush that fits easily into the average daily hair routine.
What we like
- Barrel self-rotates in two directions
- Antistatic bristles reduce frizz
What we don’t like
- Not ideal for short hair
Hairstylist Michelle DeMartino has dubbed BaBylissPRO's Titanium Rotating Hot Air Brush "the perfect styling tool for anyone with fine hair looking to achieve more volume." Users can also select from three heat settings based on their hair type and texture. According to the stylist, the device's rotating brush is a huge plus since it helps prevent hair from overheating and getting damaged.
We've received lots of praise for this blow dryer brush from our testers and professional stylists alike. One stylist says: "I was able to achieve some great volume (with the help of some product) and I feel like it was able to do a whole blowout in an impressive amount of time."
What we like
- Adds visible shine
- Fights frizz while boosting volume
What we don’t like
- Not ideal for tight curls
- Those with extra-long or thick hair may need to run their strands through a regular blow-dryer before going in with this product to remove excess moisture before styling
The Double Shot Blow-Dryer Brush from Drybar comes highly recommended by hairstylist Gina Rivera. The stylist has deemed the Double Shot "great for reducing frizz, good for all hair types, and excellent for creating volume" — all despite the tool's slightly higher price point.
The 2.44-inch barrel also features a combination of nylon and tufted bristles for a secure yet gentle grip. "This is a tool that combines the hot air of a blow-dryer with the structure of a round brush to create a smooth, shiny blowout with tons of volume!" Rivera tells Insider.
See our full review of the Drybar Double Shot Blow Dryer Brush.
This rotating blow dryer brush from Conair rotates as you use it — saving you time, effort, and energy when styling thick hair.
What we like
- Rotates as you use it — saving you time, effort, and energy
- Great for thick hair
What we don’t like
- Only two heat settings
If you hate twisting, flipping, and twirling your thick hair to achieve your desired results, then consider this Air Rotating Styler from Infiniti Pro by Conair. This rotating brush spins in both directions, making it easy to style your strands sans the strenuous arm workout that often follows (because let's face it, blow drying is a low-key workout). Plus, the boar and nylon bristles work together to glide through knots and smooth strands. Choose from two heat settings.
This blow dryer is especially great for folks with short hair thanks to its small barrel size (1.5 inches).
What we like
- Small barrel is ideal for those with shorter hair
What we don’t like
- Conversely, since the barrel is so small, it will take more time to style longer hair
The Revlon One Step Root Booster Round Brush Dryer and Hair Styler is especially great for folks with short hair thanks to its small barrel size (1.5 inches).The ultra-versatile styling tool can be used to create all sorts of waves, flips, and curls — all while reducing frizz and boosting volume. Plus, the ceramic-coated barrel provides an even distribution of heat. Users can also select from three heat/speed settings: Smooth, shiny strands await. However, it is worth noting that the blow dryer brush is not detachable, so there are not any attachment options.
The Revlon One-Step Volumizer is a blow dryer brush that delivers frizz-free at-home blowouts.
What we like
- Great value
- Condenses a flat iron and blow dryer into one tool
What we don’t like
- Doesn’t include attachments
- Overuse of highest heat setting can cause dryness
Revlon's One-Step Hair Dryer And Volumizer Hot Air Brush is the OG of blow dryer brushes — and, at just $35, it's a total steal. Hairstylist Genevieve Garner tells Insider she "absolutely loves" the all-in-one blowdryer and hairbrush combo.
Meanwhile, hundreds of thousands of reviewers — including myself — have raved about the One-Step's large, 4.2-inch barrel that makes styling a breeze. The oval-shaped brush also features two types of bristles for smoothing and detangling. Plus, I've found the cool setting to be incredibly convenient for preserving my curls.
Thanks to its extra-large barrel size, this blow dryer brush is great for people with long hair.
What we like
- Extra-large barrel size is great for people with long hair
What we don’t like
- Those with medium- or short-length hair may be better off with a smaller barrel
The Bed Head One Step Volumizer and Hair Dryer has a large 4.5-inch-wide barrel. What's more, those with long hair will appreciate the size of this barrel since it covers more surface area than the traditional blow dryer brush, which can help shave off some styling time. The pretty pink hue is an added bonus, as is the built-in tourmaline ceramic technology to nix frizz and boost shine.
This blow dryer brush boasts charcoal-infused bristles to combat oily strands.
What we like
- Charcoal-infused bristles
- Good for those with oily strands
What we don’t like
- Can get pretty noisy
"This product was designed for people with oily hair because the bristles are infused with charcoal, which helps to absorb oils naturally," DeMartino says of the Hot Tools Professional Charcoal-Infused One-Step Blowout Styling Tool. The results? Near-perfect, salon-worthy strands that last for days on end.
While the charcoal-infused bristles are noteworthy, there's another fun feature that sets this blow dryer brush apart from the rest. The barrel surface features real 24K gold, which can help evenly distribute heat to prevent damage.
This blow dryer has a lightweight design (under one pound) and innovative technology, which is especially convenient for individuals with denser, curlier hair.
What we like
- Lightweight design
- Innovative technology comes in especially convenient for individuals with denser, curlier hair
What we don’t like
- Large oval barrel may be bulky or a bit more difficult to use for those with short hair
The Amika Hair Blow Dryer Brush 2.0 — an updated version of the brand's best-selling blow dryer brush — is considered the best blow dryer brush for dense, curly hair, according to hairstylist Glenn Ellis, who is based in Los Angeles and New York. "There is a bit more space between the bristles, which allows for the hair to glide through but still keep enough tension for that silky smooth shine you get when blow drying," he says.
While other curling irons in this guide rely on high heat to style your hair, the Dyson AirWrap Styler uses air for damage-free curls and waves.
What we like
- Features innovative technology to protect hair from overheating
- Comes with a whopping six attachments
What we don’t like
- At over $500, it's a splurge that's not for everyone
Unless you've been living under a rock, you've likely seen the Dyson Airwrap come across your social media feed at least several times over the past year or so. Several hair pros flooded my inbox to sing the Airwrap's praises, including stylists Devin Toth of Salon SCK in New York. "It's the most improved and most advanced blow dryer brush on the market," Toth tells Insider.
However, this isn't your traditional blow dryer brush — and not just because it's incredibly expensive at nearly $550. The Airwrap utilizes innovative technology to pull hair towards the device. The built-in thermistor helps regulate temperature and prevent your strands from burning. It also comes with six attachments, including a round brush, flat brush, and several curling barrels.
This ultra-lightweight blow dryer brush comes complete with combination bristles, a cool setting, and powerful airflow.
What we like
- Comes with combination bristles, a cool setting, and powerful airflow
What we don’t like
- The barrel is large — and perhaps may be too large for those with shorter hair
Ditch your basic, bulky hairdryer in favor of the Trademark Beauty Easy Blo. Weighing just under one pound, this blow dryer brush is among the lightest on the market. And, according to Amy Abramite, Creative Director and Stylist at Maxine Salon in Chicago, the tool "checks all the boxes for a great beauty buy." The cool setting is a bonus, as are the combination bristles (nylon to detangle and boar to smooth and tame frizz).
"I have tried other dryers, and this model stands out for its lightweight design and powerful airflow," the stylist tells Insider. Additionally, according to Abramite, this tool offers users the chance to "quickly get a salon-quality blowout without fatigue from the weight of the tool, which typically accompanies high wattage dryers."
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