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Best Professional Hair Dryers - Top 5

Our best hair dryers are professional, ionic dryers that work in minutes, leaving your hair shiny and strong - not dried out or frizzy like metal coil dryers. A good ceramic hair dryer is an investment in the health of your hair - if you use irons, you need one to shorten heat exposure & avoid lasting damage. Read on to see why these are the best dryers money can buy! (Check out our hair dryer comparison chart to compare all professional hair dryers!)

Best Overall Hair Dryer

T3 Evolution Hair Dryer

Originally $299.99

Why it's the Best Professional Hair Dryer:

Tourmaline adds shine to the finish!
2000 watts of power mean hair dries in minutes
Super light weight at 13.5 oz (less than 1 lb!)
Independent settings - 3 temps, 2 speeds, and cool shot for precise control
Low EMFs (electromagnetic fields) is safer & better for the environment

The Bottom Line:

This high tech ionic dryer is a fashion & beauty industry icon. Its extreme light weight (unusual for a dryer with such a powerful motor) and multiple heat/speed combinations give you ultimate control over styling - perfect for salon use, and just as good at home.

Customer Reviews:

I used to never dry my hair because I didn’t want to damage it too much. I would let it air dry. This resulted in frizzy, lifeless locks. My hair HATES humidity! I bought this dryer and I couldn’t be happier. I have coarse, slightly wavy hair and this makes it straight, shiny, and perfect! It does it in less time than other dryers so the damage in minimal. I still let my hair dry when I can, but I don’t feel badly for using this dryer sometimes too. -Mandy

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Best Salon Hair Dryer

FHI Nano Salon Pro 2000 Hair Dryer

$159.99

Why it's the Best Salon Hair Dryer:

Nano particles like tourmaline, titanium oxide & silver destroy chemicals & bacteria while ramping up shine
Extra long life motor - 1200 hrs of drying time
Independent temperature & fan speed, plus cool shot
Low EMFs (electromagnetic fields) is safer & better for the environment
Includes concentrator and diffuser attachments
Available in 1800 watt, 1900 watt & 2000 watt models - starting at $99.99, and in different colors too.

The Bottom Line:

Professional features, excellent design and construction (made in Korea, not China!) and the range of high wattage models, colors & prices mean there's one for everybody.

Customer Reviews:

I absolutely LOVE this Hair Dryer! It is the best dryer I have ever used and so worth the money! I have thin, straight hair & had been using an old dryer for years that "fried" my ends. All the other dryers on the market (with new technology) made my hair flat. I need volume and this hair dryer gives that to me. I can now do a professional blow-out at home myself! I LOVE IT!!! - Heather

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Best Basic Hair Dryer

CHI Rocket Hair Dryer

$139.95

Why it's the Best Hair Dryer for Keeping it Simple:

2 Temperature Settings & Cool Shot- the basics
1800 watts - high power, faster drying
Very lightweight at 13 oz.
Quiet motor
Famous CHI ceramic technology
Low EMFs (electromagnetic fields) is safer & better for the environment
Includes concentrator nozzle and pick/comb attachment

The Bottom Line:

While the CHI Rocket dryer doesn't feature some of the fancy extras of our other professional dryers, we hear time and again that it's one of the best on the market. Simple to use, light, quiet and powerful, it might be all you need.

Customer Reviews:

The chi rocket hair dryer is the best hair dryer I have used. I am a 43 year old that has been doing hair for 23 years. I have licenses in 5 states. Tried many hair dryers over the years. The chi rocket is light, powerful, and quiet! Love the chi rocket hair dryer. -Kris

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Best Travel Hair Dryer

T3 Tourmaline Overnight Hair Dryer

$99.99

Why it's the Best Hair Dryer for Travel:

Compact dryer collapses for easy storage
Dual Voltage (110/220V) capable for overseas use
Adjustable fan speed
T3 Tourmaline technology in a smaller, cheaper size
1200 Watts - still a lot faster than traditional dryers

The Bottom Line:

You don't have to travel a lot to appreciate this dryer - if you're looking for a budget friendly alternative to a full sized professional model, this is a great choice. But if you do like to get around, you'll find there isn't an easier dryer to tote with you, and you won't be sacrificing style on the road.

Customer Reviews:

This is the second of these I have owned. (The first I gave away to a friend in need.) It is lightweight, good looking and does everything it claims. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it. -Kate H.

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Best World-Class Hair Dryer

Elchim Professional 2001 Hair Dryer

$97.99

Why it's the Best Hair Dryer on the Planet:

Elchim Italy brings 60 years of experience & 120 professional models
Relies on high pressure air flow over higher temperatures to dry hair faster with less damage/EMFs
7 Speed/Temperature combinations
Unique heating element made from ceramic & Swedish kanthal wire
Double balanced motor lasts for 2000 hrs of drying time
Double insulated - quiet, durable and shock resistant
1800 watts of power - dries in minutes
Extremely easy to wield - light and gyroscopically balanced
Includes concentrator nozzle

The Bottom Line:

Elchim is internationally recognized for making the best professional dryers anywhere in the world. After 60 years they've got ionic dryer design down to a science. Known for lasting decades with no performance loss, you can be confident that you're making a very long term investment in the health of your hair.

Customer Reviews:

This hair dryer is the absolute best. Elchim is rated the #1 dryer in the world. This dryer is light-weight, leaves hairy shiny and silky, and provides the perfect heat/air settings. I absolutely love it. It is used in salons everywhere, and for a good reason. You will not be disappointed. - Risabella

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Best Flat Irons by Type

Our best flat irons are well reviewed, fully tested, best selling professional ceramic hair straighteners with great features and designs. Read on to see why these are the best flat irons money can buy. (Or, check out our flat iron comparison chart to quickly compare prices & features for all our ceramic flat irons!)

Best Overall Flat Iron

Hana Professional Flat Iron

$119.99

Why it's the Best Overall:

Ceramic + tourmaline crystals = max negative ions & shine
Towel Dry! Style damp hair & cut down on heat exposure
Curved plates straighten, flip or curl
Heat range from 140-450 F can be set for any hair type
Includes heat proof silicone mat, luxe leather pouch & tin case
Available in 1" and 1.5" plates for all hair lengths - & in pink too.
Two Year Warranty!

The Bottom Line:

Professional features, excellent design and construction (made in Korea, not China!) and sensible price make this an excellent buy for any hair type or length.

Customer Reviews:

I have very thick coarse, CURLY hair. Previous flat irons left my hair stiff, and easily frizzed by humidity. The Hana Pro new iron leaves my hair soft, smooth and shiny. It looks like I have naturally straight hair. I can go out in the humidity and my hair doesn’t kink up. This is an awesome iron! - Puerto Rican Mom

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Runner Up Flat Iron

FHI Platform Flat Iron

$195.00

Why it's a Great Flat Iron:

Ceramic & tourmaline plates give a high shine finish
Nano silver, nano titanium, & nano titanium oxide particles remove chemicals, sterilize bacteria & add shine!
Adjustable temperature from 140-450 F cover all hair types
Automatic sense recovery restores heat to plates
Available in pink

The Bottom Line:

This sturdy professional iron is a fashion & beauty industry favorite. High tech features like sterilizing nano minerals and automatic sense recovery system make it ideal for high volume use, so it's perfect for salons or people who like to share.

Customer Reviews:

I have very dry curly hair, I have used many different straightening irons and this is by far the very best. NO MATTER how humid it is outside my hair stays straight and no frizz. My hair is now shiny, manageable, and very healthy looking. -Kim, Oglesby, IL

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Best Basic Flat Iron

Corioliss Classic Pro

$89.99

Why it's the Best Basic Flat Iron:

Easy to use ceramic flat iron
Adjustable Temperature Settings from 140-410 F cover most hair types
Lightweight and versatile
Top selling iron for 3 years running

The Bottom Line:

Solid performance for those who just want a good simple flat iron. It won't "Wow" you like the Runway or the Hana Elite but is sure to get the job done. Simple to use, loved by pros and home users alike. 1" plates are ideal for short-medium hair.

Customer Reviews:

I recently tried the professional CHI Flat Iron, it can’t even compare with the Corioliss Classic Pro Flat Iron. I had to keep going over my hair with the CHI to get it straight, while the Corioliss works the first time. It leaves my hair shiny and stays straight even in humid conditions. -Josie

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Best Wet/Dry Iron

T3 Wet/Dry 1 3/8" Flat Iron

$138.95

Why it's the Best Wet/Dry Overall:

Tourmaline plates help to protect hair
Style damp hair and save time.
Heat range from 170-410 F is good for most hair types
1 year warranty

The Bottom Line:

Consistently a top choice of our staff and our customers T3's Medium Duality 1 3/8" Flat Iron is one of the best Wet/Dry flat irons that we've come across. The ceramic tourmaline plates are designed to protect and condition your hair.

Customer Reviews:

This is my 3rd T3 Flat Iron and I'm in love with them! It saves me time in the morning and the adjustable heat settings allow me to share the iron with my teenage daughter who has thicker hair than me. Overall very impressed and will shop again from you guys! Fast shipping is an understatement! -Josie

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Best Curling Flat Iron

CHI 2-in-1 Digital Curling Flat Iron

$139.99

Why it's the Best Curling Flat Iron:

Unique hybrid design - use as a flat iron or lock plates to use as a curling iron
Digital settings - heats up to 392 F
Change your look daily or on a whim
CHI Ceramic technology - an industry standard for 30 years
Ergonomic design is easy on the wrists

The Bottom Line:

If you don't want to choose between romantic waves, sensual curls or sleek straight hair - but you also don't want to shell out for 2 professional irons - this is the perfect fit for you. We hope this design leap by CHI will set another industry standard!

Customer Reviews:

I was sometimes using my flat iron for curls but it broke and I found this when looking for a replacement. I am so happy I found this! Curls are so much easier and it’s a better flat iron too. Makes me want to do curls even more. Thanks Misikko & CHI, this was such a good idea. -Taina

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Best Luxury Flat Iron

Hana Elite Flat Iron

$229.99

Why it's the Best Luxury Flat Iron:

Solid 100% Ceramic plates & heaters = pure far infrared heat with no quality loss over time
The absolute best at conditioning hair, straightening quickly, preserving color & naturally hygienic
The ONLY 100% ceramic iron available in 1.5" plate size for long/thick hair
Towel Dry! Style damp hair & cut down on heat exposure
Curved plates straighten, flip or curl
Heat range from 140-450 F can be set for any hair type
Includes heat proof silicone mat, luxe leather pouch & tin case
Two Year Warranty!

The Bottom Line:

Affordable luxury - and you get all the same benefits as you would from similar irons that cost 2-3x as much. If you're looking for the best iron that money can buy, this is it. Red carpet style at a down to earth price.

Customer Reviews:

The Hana Elite is a great value given that it’s 100% ceramic. It heats quickly, distributes heat evenly and flat-irons nicely. I’ve also noticed that I lose significantly less hair in the flat-ironing process. In addition to loving the flat iron, I love the storage pouch & mat! Since purchasing this flat iron, I’ve gotten several compliments on how straight my hair is. I did my homework and this is a great value; you won’t be sorry you purchased it. - A.F.