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Best Drybar blow dryers and blowout brushes
Picked from Amazon listings, not hands-on tests. How we pick
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Closest match for the job
Drybar Triple Shot: round, oval and paddle heads
Three interchangeable heads cover curls, body and straight styles, per the listing.
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Drybar Double Shot: 2.4 in oval volume brush
The 2.4 in oval barrel is built for volume and a smooth finish, per the listing.
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Drybar Buttercup: ionic dryer with 2 nozzles
Two concentrator nozzles are included for different airflow widths.
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Drybar's lineup on Amazon comes down to one dryer and a family of blow dryer brushes named after espresso shots. The names tell you little, but the barrel sizes tell you a lot. The Half Shot has a 1.5 in barrel for tight curls and short layers. The Single Shot uses 2.25 in for loose waves on shorter hair. The Double Shot is a 2.4 in oval for volume. The Triple Shot swaps between three heads. The Buttercup is a conventional ionic dryer with two concentrator nozzles. This guide compares each tool over $150 on barrel or nozzle type, stated heat settings and the hair length its listing targets. Bundles that add a styling product are not listed separately, since the tool inside is the same.
Compare the picks
- Drybar Triple Shot: round, oval and paddle heads
- Type
- Blow dryer brush
- Barrel or nozzles
- Small round, oval and paddle (interchangeable)
- Heat settings
- 3 plus cool airflow
- Best for (per listing)
- All lengths and types
- Drybar Double Shot: 2.4 in oval volume brush
- Type
- Blow dryer brush
- Barrel or nozzles
- 2.4 in oval barrel
- Heat settings
- Not stated
- Best for (per listing)
- Smooth, voluminous blowouts
- Drybar Buttercup: ionic dryer with 2 nozzles
- Type
- Blow dryer
- Barrel or nozzles
- 2 concentrator nozzles
- Heat settings
- 3 heat, 2 power
- Best for (per listing)
- All hair types
Drybar Single Shot: 2.25 in round for waves- Type
- Blow dryer brush
- Barrel or nozzles
- 2.25 in round barrel
- Heat settings
- 3 plus cool airflow
- Best for (per listing)
- Short to medium hair: bangs, bobs, lobs
Drybar Half Shot: 1.5 in barrel for defined curls- Type
- Blow dryer brush
- Barrel or nozzles
- 1.5 in small round barrel
- Heat settings
- 3 plus cool airflow
- Best for (per listing)
- Short layers, face-framing pieces, ends
| Pick | Type | Barrel or nozzles | Heat settings | Best for (per listing) | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drybar Triple Shot: round, oval and paddle heads | Blow dryer brush | Small round, oval and paddle (interchangeable) | 3 plus cool airflow | All lengths and types | - | Amazon |
| Drybar Double Shot: 2.4 in oval volume brush | Blow dryer brush | 2.4 in oval barrel | Not stated | Smooth, voluminous blowouts | - | Amazon |
| Drybar Buttercup: ionic dryer with 2 nozzles | Blow dryer | 2 concentrator nozzles | 3 heat, 2 power | All hair types | - | Amazon |
| Drybar Single Shot: 2.25 in round for waves | Blow dryer brush | 2.25 in round barrel | 3 plus cool airflow | Short to medium hair: bangs, bobs, lobs | - | Amazon |
| Drybar Half Shot: 1.5 in barrel for defined curls | Blow dryer brush | 1.5 in small round barrel | 3 plus cool airflow | Short layers, face-framing pieces, ends | - | Amazon |
Facts are taken from each Amazon listing. Prices are checked daily and shown with their date.
The picks in detail
Pick 1 · Drybar
Drybar Triple Shot: round, oval and paddle heads
See price on AmazonDrybar's Triple Shot comes with small round, oval and paddle heads that swap on one base, three heat settings plus cool airflow and ionic technology. It suits buyers who want several looks from one tool.
What the listing offers
- Three interchangeable heads cover curls, body and straight styles, per the listing.
- Three heat settings plus cool airflow are listed for all lengths and types.
- Ionic technology is listed to reduce flyaways and frizz.
Limits to know
- Barrel diameters for each head are not stated.
- Swapping heads adds a step compared with a single-head brush.
Pick 2 · Drybar
Drybar Double Shot: 2.4 in oval volume brush
See price on AmazonThe Drybar Double Shot is a 2.4 in oval blow-dryer brush that combines hot air with round brush structure for a smooth, voluminous blowout in one step. It suits medium to long hair.
What the listing offers
- The 2.4 in oval barrel is built for volume and a smooth finish, per the listing.
- Ionic technology is listed for reducing frizz and adding shine while styling.
- Strategically placed vents push maximum airflow for a faster blowout.
Limits to know
- The listing does not state how many heat settings it has.
- One fixed head means no option for tighter curls or straight styles.
Pick 3 · Drybar
Drybar Buttercup: ionic dryer with 2 nozzles
See price on AmazonThe Buttercup is Drybar's ionic blow dryer with a wave heater, three heat settings, two power settings and two concentrator nozzles. It suits anyone who prefers a dryer and their own round brush.
What the listing offers
- Two concentrator nozzles are included for different airflow widths.
- The listing describes a wave heater for uniform, more even drying.
- Three heat settings and two power settings are listed.
Limits to know
- Wattage, weight and cord length are not stated.
- No diffuser is included, so curly hair owners would need to add one.
Pick 4 · Drybar
Drybar Single Shot: 2.25 in round for waves
See price on AmazonThe Single Shot is a 2.25 in round blow dryer brush for soft curls and relaxed waves. The listing points it at bangs, bobs, lobs and mid-length cuts, with three heat settings plus cool airflow.
What the listing offers
- The listing targets shorter to medium hair such as bobs, lobs and bangs.
- Three heat settings plus cool airflow cover fine through coarse textures.
- Ionic technology and vents for airflow are both listed.
Limits to know
- The round barrel is not meant for long, straight blowouts.
- Only one head, so there is no paddle option for sleek looks.
Pick 5 · Drybar
Drybar Half Shot: 1.5 in barrel for defined curls
See price on AmazonThe Half Shot is a 1.5 in small round blow dryer brush for tighter curls and polished waves. The listing highlights short layers, face-framing pieces and ends, with three heat settings plus cool.
What the listing offers
- The 1.5 in barrel is the smallest here, built for defined curls, per the listing.
- The compact size helps with short layers and detail areas.
- Three heat settings plus cool airflow are listed.
Limits to know
- The small barrel is slow for drying long or thick hair.
- It is a detail tool, so many buyers will want a larger brush as well.
Read before you buy
- How to use a hot air brush for a smooth blowoutHow to use a hot air brush or blow dryer brush step by step: how dry hair should be, sectioning, heat settings, tension, the cool setting and common mistakes.
- How to clean a blow dryer brush or hot air brushHow to clean a blow dryer brush, hot brush or Dyson Airwrap attachments: remove hair, wipe the barrel, clear the vents and filter, and what never to get wet.
- Hot air brush barrel size guide by hair lengthWhat size hot air brush to use: barrel diameters from 1 in to 2.4 in oval matched to short, medium and long hair, with the look each size gives and real examples.
- Can you use a hot air brush on wet hair?Can you use a hot air brush or blow dryer brush on wet hair? Which tools are made for wet hair, how damp hair should be, and how to get a smooth result.
- How to use a hot air brush on short hairStep-by-step guide to using a hot air brush or blow dryer brush on short hair: barrel size, sectioning, heat settings and how to get lift without frizz.
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