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Best ghd hair dryers and hot air stylers
Picked from Amazon listings, not hands-on tests. How we pick
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ghd Helios: 1875W brushless, 75mph airflow
States 75mph airflow from an 1875W brushless motor.
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Most for the money on paper
ghd Duet Style: hot air straightener with Shine Shot
Air-fusion technology dries and straightens hair at the same time.
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ghd Duet Blowdry: 2-in-1 dryer brush at a steady 248°F
The listing states a consistent temperature of 248°F, so there is no guessing at the right setting.
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ghd sells three kinds of air tools on Amazon: classic hair dryers, the Duet Blowdry 2-in-1 dryer brush and the Duet Style hot air straightener. They solve different jobs. A dryer with a nozzle suits people who blow dry with their own brushes. The Duet Blowdry dries and shapes in one step, and the Duet Style dries and straightens with plates. This guide compares the Helios, Air and Speed Ionic dryers with both Duet tools on what their listings state: motor, heat control, extras in the box, cord length and voltage. Several of these come in more than one color, and some limited editions cost more for the same tool, so pick the color last and compare the current price.
Compare the picks
- ghd Helios: 1875W brushless, 75mph airflow
- Type
- Hair dryer
- Motor
- 1875W brushless
- Heat control
- Variable heat and power, cool shot
- Included extras
- Contoured nozzle
- ghd Duet Blowdry: 2-in-1 dryer brush at a steady 248°F
- Type
- 2-in-1 blow dryer brush
- Motor
- Compact brushless
- Heat control
- Consistent 248°F
- Included extras
- Cleaning brush, heat-resistant bag
- ghd Duet Style: hot air straightener with Shine Shot
- Type
- 2-in-1 hot air styler
- Motor
- Not stated
- Heat control
- Root vents at lower heat; Shine Shot at 365°F
- Included extras
- Floating plates
ghd Air: professional-strength motor, concentrator- Type
- Hair dryer
- Motor
- Professional-strength motor
- Heat control
- Variable heat and power
- Included extras
- Concentrator nozzle
ghd Speed Ionic: high-speed motor, titanium black- Type
- Hair dryer
- Motor
- High-speed motor
- Heat control
- Not stated
- Included extras
- Not stated
| Pick | Type | Motor | Heat control | Included extras | Price | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ghd Helios: 1875W brushless, 75mph airflow | Hair dryer | 1875W brushless | Variable heat and power, cool shot | Contoured nozzle | - | Amazon |
| ghd Duet Blowdry: 2-in-1 dryer brush at a steady 248°F | 2-in-1 blow dryer brush | Compact brushless | Consistent 248°F | Cleaning brush, heat-resistant bag | - | Amazon |
| ghd Duet Style: hot air straightener with Shine Shot | 2-in-1 hot air styler | Not stated | Root vents at lower heat; Shine Shot at 365°F | Floating plates | - | Amazon |
| ghd Air: professional-strength motor, concentrator | Hair dryer | Professional-strength motor | Variable heat and power | Concentrator nozzle | - | Amazon |
| ghd Speed Ionic: high-speed motor, titanium black | Hair dryer | High-speed motor | Not stated | Not stated | - | Amazon |
Facts are taken from each Amazon listing. Prices are checked daily and shown with their date.
The picks in detail
Pick 1 · ghd
ghd Helios: 1875W brushless, 75mph airflow
See price on AmazonThe Helios is ghd's main dryer: an 1875W brushless motor, 75mph airflow, variable heat and power and a low-sound acoustic system. The best fit for most ghd buyers.
What the listing offers
- States 75mph airflow from an 1875W brushless motor.
- Bespoke acoustic system listed for low sound levels.
- Sold in several colors, so you can pick by price as well as finish.
Limits to know
- Not dual voltage per the listing, so it is not a travel pick.
- Only a contoured nozzle is included; no diffuser.
Pick 2 · ghd
ghd Duet Blowdry: 2-in-1 dryer brush at a steady 248°F
See price on AmazonThe ghd Duet Blowdry works on wet hair with an elliptical barrel and heated bristles at a consistent 248°F. The listing adds a quiet brushless motor and a 2-year warranty.
What the listing offers
- The listing states a consistent temperature of 248°F, so there is no guessing at the right setting.
- A brushless motor, precise airflow vents and a bespoke acoustic system are listed for quiet use.
- The box includes a cleaning brush and a heat-resistant bag, with a 30-minute auto sleep mode.
Limits to know
- A single fixed temperature means no low or high steps for different hair types.
- One barrel shape only, so it is built for smooth volume rather than tight curls.
Pick 3 · ghd
ghd Duet Style: hot air straightener with Shine Shot
See price on AmazonThe Duet Style dries and straightens at once with floating plates and root drying vents, and adds a Shine Shot mode for dry hair at 365°F with no air.
What the listing offers
- Air-fusion technology dries and straightens hair at the same time.
- Shine Shot mode turns it into a styler at 365°F with no air, for dry hair only.
- The listing claims up to 30% less energy use and lower sound levels.
Limits to know
- Built for straight styles, so it does not replace a dryer for volume or curls.
- Motor details are not stated on the listing.
Pick 4 · ghd
ghd Air: professional-strength motor, concentrator
See price on AmazonThe ghd Air is the lower-priced ghd dryer, with a professional-strength motor, ionic technology, a concentrator nozzle and a 9 ft cord.
What the listing offers
- The lowest-priced ghd dryer in this lineup when checked.
- Concentrator nozzle focuses airflow, per the listing.
- Comfortable for both right- and left-handed users.
Limits to know
- No wattage or brushless motor is stated, unlike the Helios.
- Settings are described as variable with no count.
Pick 5 · ghd
ghd Speed Ionic: high-speed motor, titanium black
See price on AmazonThe ghd Speed Ionic is a newer ghd dryer with a high-speed motor, an ionic system and a lightweight ergonomic body in titanium black.
What the listing offers
- High-speed motor listed for fast drying times.
- Ionic system helps reduce frizz and static, per the listing.
- Lightweight, ergonomic design aimed at long styling sessions.
Limits to know
- The listing gives no wattage, settings, attachments or cord length.
- Costs more than the Helios without stating comparable figures.
Read before you buy
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