Dyson unveils enhanced airwrap multi-styler with innovative features
Dyson has introduced its latest hair styling innovation, the Airwrap Coanda 2x, which the company describes as its most powerful hair tool to date. Equipped with the new Hyperdymium 2 motor, this model boasts twice the air pressure of its predecessor. Dyson promises that the new Airwrap can dry hair "as fast as a full performance hair dryer", a claim that held up during testing. Users may also appreciate that its increased power delivers faster results with reduced heat damage.
Personalized styling powered by smart technology
One of the standout features of the Airwrap Coanda 2x is its integration with the MyDyson app, first introduced with Dyson’s previous Airwrap i.d. model. By answering a few questions about your hair type and styling preferences, the app syncs via Bluetooth with the Airwrap to create a tailored styling experience. The app adjusts settings such as temperature, airflow, and duration to match individual needs.
Unlike the original Airwrap from 2018, which required users to manually lower the temperature and switch off the device to release curls, the Coanda 2x automates these steps with its advanced "curl i.d." function. This feature simplifies the process by seamlessly combining the wrap, heat, cool, and power-off cycle into one motion. For added convenience, the device powers down automatically once the styling cycle is complete.
Upgraded attachments for enhanced performance
The Airwrap Coanda 2x comes with an array of improved attachments, designed to provide a more comfortable and effective styling experience. Notably, the anti-snag loop brush has been refined with looped tips on its inner bristles to reduce tugging and increase scalp comfort. Meanwhile, the curved outer bristles ensure a firmer grip on hair strands, allowing users to work with larger sections at a time.
Another innovative addition is the airsmooth attachment, which functions similarly to a straightener. This tool dynamically adapts to the thickness of the hair section being styled, adjusting the clamp’s position to reduce flyaways and create a sleek, polished look. While testing the attachment, it delivered lustrous results in one short pass and proved particularly effective at minimizing kinks.
The volumizing brush has also received a significant update. Dyson has replaced the fine, flexible bristles of its predecessor with firm, tapered ones, making it easier to achieve tension and smooth out hair. Testers noted that the brush allowed for more precise styling without causing breakage or pulling.
Improved power and versatility
The Coanda 2x outshines earlier models with its enhanced curling barrels, which offer 30% more power than the previous Airwrap. This improvement makes it easier to style larger sections of hair in one go. While users with heavier or more resistant hair may need to adjust their personalized settings in the MyDyson app to achieve optimal results, the tool’s versatility is hard to overlook.
For those seeking salon-quality results, the Coanda 2x promises to deliver. After testing, one user remarked, "There’s no bitter smell of burning – confirming Dyson’s no heat damage claim – and the finished result was neither crunchy nor brittle. On the contrary, my hair looked salon-level silky, and the curls were resilient when brushed through."
The user experience: Faster, but not without its challenges
Despite its power and precision, the styling process remains time-intensive. For some users, achieving the desired look can take over an hour, particularly for those with hair that is resistant to curling. However, others with more manageable hair types may find the tool significantly reduces styling time.
While the longevity of styled curls wasn’t confirmed due to limited testing time, the Airwrap Coanda 2x showed promising results. "After one night’s sleep, my hair still appeared glossy and bouncy", one tester noted.
A promising step forward
Dyson’s advancements with the Airwrap Coanda 2x position it as a standout choice in the hair styling market. With its combination of cutting-edge technology, improved attachments, and a focus on minimizing heat damage, this latest release is set to elevate the way users approach their haircare routines. For those seeking versatility and a more personalized styling experience, the Coanda 2x is an innovation worth exploring.
