What do reviews say about wet hair?

Yes. It is built to go from damp to dry and straight in one pass; roots may need extra time.

What do reviews say about heavy?

It is heavier than a flat iron and the cord is thick; 43 Best Buy reviews raise weight.

What do reviews say about curls?

Reviewers say it is best for sleek styles; for curls the Airwrap suits better.

Beauty & Skincare · Hair tools · 1,338 reviews · 4 sources

Dyson Airstrait Straightener

Best for: straightening from wet in one stepPremium

Owners love how it dries and straightens damp hair in one pass with less plate heat. Experts like the results but flag the weight and the steep price.

Tracking since Sep 2026

Buy if

You straighten hair most days
You want less direct plate heat

Skip if

You mainly want curls
A heavy tool tires your arm

How it scores

Efficacy6.6

Price

$499.99

You pay for: Premium; often discounted

Reviewed Sep 2026 · 0 new reviews since · score unchanged

What people love

Most mentioned by reviewers

Styling resultsSleek, shiny finish

Overall performanceDoes the job fast

Easy to useSimple controls

What people complain about

Most mentioned by reviewers

WeightHeavy with a thick cord

Reviewers disagree on

Dries and straightens at onceRoots can stay a bit damp

Great for sleek looksWeak for curls or waves

Alternatives

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Sources

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Reviewed Sep 2026

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