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Best Dyson
Dyson Supersonic NuralA fast, quiet, scalp-friendly dryer with a steep price tagSuits you if
- You blow-dry often and want to go easier on your scalp and hair
- You have thick, wavy or curly hair and want faster drying
- You like a light, quiet dryer that remembers your favorite settings
Best ghd
ghd HeliosA seriously fast, smooth-finish dryer that keeps things simpleSuits you if
- You have thick or long hair and want it dry fast
- You like simple controls without a lot of settings to fiddle with
- You want a smooth, low-frizz finish at home without salon-level fuss
Which brand wins?
Dyson is the stronger brand for hair dryers right now. The best single model of the two is the Dyson Supersonic Nural, which suits you if you blow-dry often and want to go easier on your scalp and hair.
We researched 34 expert reviews, analyzed 81,944 owner ratings and comments across 25 sources for every Dyson and ghd model we cover, and cross-checked them into one verdict, so you don't have to.
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Brand scoreboardAverage score 81 vs 75 · reliability 70 vs 89
| Dyson | ghd | |
|---|---|---|
| Product Review score | 81 | 75 |
| Experts | 87 | 78 |
| Owners | 81 | 65 |
| Reliability | 70 | 89 |
| Models scored | 3 | 1 |
| Most reliable model | Dyson Supersonic r | ghd Helios |
Averages across scored models. ● marks the better number on each row.
Questions people actually ask
Which is better, Dyson or ghd?
Dyson, on balance. Its models do better overall.
Based on: Average Product Review score 81 for Dyson vs 75 for ghd.Which brand is more reliable, Dyson or ghd?
ghd. Its models are less likely to give you trouble.
Based on: Average reliability 70 vs 89.What is the best Dyson hair dryer?
The Dyson Supersonic Nural. It suits you if you blow-dry often and want to go easier on your scalp and hair.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among Dyson models (84).What is the best ghd hair dryer?
The ghd Helios. It suits you if you have thick or long hair and want it dry fast.
Based on: Highest Product Review score among ghd models (75).