TOP 5 competitors of Dyson hair dryers at a more affordable price

Xiaomi often creates copies of famous brands, offering a recognizable design at a price that is several times lower than the original. Therefore, it is not surprising that its range includes hair dryers that look like Dyson devices, and Xiaomi ShowSee A18-GY is one of them. The model almost completely copies the appearance of the Dyson Supersonic HD01 and its successors, but the body does not have a hole in the upper part. But the ergonomics are fully observed: the center of gravity is located in the handle, due to which the hands do not get tired during long drying, and in general the hair dryer weighs little. Its compact size allows you to take it with you on various trips. Thus, the Xiaomi version is definitely not confused with the original, but at the same time it also looks stylish and beautiful.

Fortunately, the similarities do not end only in design — the manufacturer has also worked on performance. With a low power of 1800 W and compact dimensions, the professional engine creates an air flow with a speed of up to 60 m/s (about 216 km/h). Thanks to this, drying will not take much time, even for owners of long, thick hair. Flexible settings allow you to select the optimal parameters for your hair type and features. There are 2 power modes, 3 temperature modes, including cold blowing, as well as a combined mode that alternates hot and cold air every 5 seconds and thus provides a more gentle drying. An interesting element is the indicator ring, which changes its color depending on the selected temperature.

The hair dryer precisely controls the temperature and prevents overheating. During the drying and styling process, a stream of negatively charged ions is generated, which eliminate static electricity and close the hair scales, thereby preserving natural moisture and adding smoothness.

But Xiaomi saved on the package — the model comes with only one concentrator nozzle. In general, it helps to create different hairstyles (smooth hair, root volume, light curled curls), but at least an additional diffuser is still missing. The nozzle is magnetic and can rotate 360 degrees, which makes working with the hair dryer much easier.

The hair dryer belongs to the mid-price segment and has several aces up its sleeve, namely stylish design, high performance and hair care. It is also energy efficient. The power is only 1500 W - this figure is often found in travel and low-power budget models. However, in terms of quality and intensity of air flow, the device is comparable to more expensive professional devices. The brushless motor combines durability, quiet operation and high power: it provides rotation up to 110 thousand revolutions per minute and air speed of 100 km / h. As a result, hair dries faster, and not due to high temperatures, but due to strong blowing.

During drying, the hair dryer generates negatively charged ions that reduce frizz, enhance natural shine and make hair smooth and manageable.

3 power modes and 3 temperature settings (including cold air to fix the style) make the model universal, meeting the needs of different hair types. And the intelligent NTC sensor constantly monitors the temperature, protecting the hair from excessive heating.

Users can easily determine the selected mode thanks to the indicator ring on the body, which changes color depending on the temperature. And, in general, the hair dryer is quite convenient to use: it weighs only 550 g, has an ergonomic body shape and a removable grid for cleaning hair and dust that gets inside.

The hair dryer comes with a standard set: it includes a concentrator for a directed air flow, a diffuser for voluminous and defined curls, and a case-bag for storing and transporting the device. The attachments have a magnetic fastening system and rotate 360 degrees when used, which is very convenient when styling hair.

The Laifen hair dryer is very similar to Dyson models, at least in appearance. Due to the shortened body, it is 60% smaller and 75% lighter than most standard devices with an elongated top. And it weighs just over 400 g, which means it is almost not felt in the hand and does not cause discomfort during long drying, which is especially important for professional use. An important advantage is the huge number of colors to choose from. Both more discreet and bright colors are available - in general, for every taste.

However, what is much more interesting is not how the hair dryer looks, but what it can do. A powerful, durable brushless motor is installed inside. It consumes only 1400 W, but makes up to 110 thousand revolutions per minute and supplies about 47 cubic meters of air per hour. In simple terms, the motor provides a powerful, intense air flow that quickly dries hair due to its speed, not temperature, thereby preventing overdrying and overheating. Despite the high power, the brushless motor and thoughtful design allowed to reduce the noise level to 59 dB.

What is important is that the hair dryer not only creates a powerful blow, but also controls the temperature. A special temperature sensor regulates the air heating 100 times per second, minimizing the negative impact of high temperature. The ionization system also takes care of the health of the hair, generating about 200 million negative ions per cubic centimeter. Negatively charged particles prevent electrification, make the hair smoother and more manageable.

The settings of the Laifen Swift are as simple and clear as possible. There are two power modes and three temperatures: cold air 20 ℃ for fixing the styling, warm air 50 ℃ for everyday drying and hot air 80 ℃ for quick drying. At the same time, the LED ring on the body displays the selected temperature using three colors: blue, orange and red. Therefore, the user always understands what settings are set. In addition, the manufacturer has added a “secret” mode of circulation of cold and hot air, which is activated by pressing the temperature button. This mode provides the most gentle effect on the hair.

But the model's kit is quite modest - it includes only one concentrator for creating a directed air flow. In this regard, Dyson hair dryers with their variety of attachments definitely win.

The hair dryer from the Italian brand GA.MA differs from most competitors with its futuristic design and compact size. It weighs only 294 g and feels like a toy in your hand. Although in fact it is a professional, created primarily for use in salons. According to the manufacturer, this is the lightest professional hair dryer, which relieves professionals from wrist and hand pain.

Despite its compact size, the model has a power of 2000 W, and a modern intelligent brushless turbine-type motor operates at a frequency of 110 thousand revolutions per minute, significantly reducing the duration of hair drying. And this is not even its maximum: in the "Turbo" mode, the motor increases the speed to 120 thousand revolutions for 30 seconds for even faster drying. In total, there are 3 power modes and 3 temperature settings available, which are adjusted separately, as well as a cold blow.

Oxy Active technology is responsible for hair protection. In addition to the usual negatively charged ions, it uses active oxygen molecules. It is difficult to objectively assess the benefits of such a combination, but the manufacturer assures that ions in combination with active oxygen prevent the loss of natural moisture, add smoothness and shine, stimulate the nutrition of the bulbs and protect hair color from environmental influences. In any case, the device knows a lot about fast and safe drying and provides the most delicate effect on hair.

The hair dryer is a true master in styling, and this is due to the extended package. 2 concentrator nozzles create a directed air flow and help straighten strands, curl the ends and add root volume with the help of a round brush. The diffuser is designed to "tame" unruly curls and turn them into clear, neat curls. And the star nozzle of a special shape with a Venturi effect is designed specifically for gentle drying of fragile and damaged hair. All nozzles are attached to the body with magnets.

GA.MA IQ2 Perfetto can be safely considered a smart hair dryer due to some special features. Perhaps the most interesting of them is the included thermal mat with the StandBy function. If you put the device on the mat, it will automatically turn off, and if you take it back in your hands, it will turn on. This is especially convenient for a hairdresser who often has to interrupt the drying process. Also noteworthy is the double filtration system with removable nets. They can be washed with water, cleaned with a special brush that is included in the set, or you can use the self-cleaning mode. In this case, the engine activates reverse thrust and blows out hair and dust that has gotten inside. In addition, if the filters are dirty, the device turns off automatically, protecting the hair dryer from overheating and breakdowns, and the diagnostic system notifies the user about the problem and the need for cleaning.

Ease of use is also enhanced by such additions as a control button lock, memory of the set settings for subsequent activations, a long 3-meter cord and a magnetic removable loop for hanging included in the delivery set.

The Philips 9000 series hair dryer is not far behind Dyson products in terms of price, but this is explained by advanced functions and proprietary technologies that increase the efficiency and performance of the device. The main feature of the model is the SenseIQ technology, which controls heating and prevents hair from drying out. To do this, infrared sensors measure the temperature 12 thousand times per session - not the air, but the hair itself. The smart microprocessor recognizes even small changes and regulates the heating depending on this data. This is done so that the hair is not exposed to high temperatures and does not lose its natural moisture. Indeed, even at maximum settings, the air is not too hot. Instead, the device uses the power of the flow to ensure quick drying. Drying short hairstyles takes only a few minutes, long ones - about 5 - 10 minutes. Thus, the duration of the process is reduced without excessive heating. And the power consumption of the hair dryer is low - 1800 W.

Also, for gentle action, an ionization system has been added, which eliminates static electricity, removes frizz and adds smoothness, silkiness and shine to the hair.

The hair dryer will help not only to dry your hair quickly, but also to create a beautiful hairstyle at home. And not only that. The kit includes four attachments: an attachment with a reduced diameter for drying, a narrow 7-mm concentrator, a diffuser for curly hair and a relaxing massage attachment with soft vibrating "fingers" that stimulate natural blood flow. And most importantly, when connected, the device automatically recognizes the attachment and automatically sets the appropriate settings.

The model offers 6 intelligent programs, most of which automatically select the optimal parameters depending on the task or the selected nozzle. So, the following modes are available: fast (for quick drying); gentle; styling; curling; massage. There is also a manual mode that allows you to independently adjust the temperature and power of the air flow. In general, there are quite a lot of settings, but thanks to automation, indication and markings on the body, the control is intuitive and convenient.