Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer Review
A rare case where the upgrade is real — and still hard to justify at full asking price.
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Verdict: Wait for a Sale
Wait for a SaleThe short answer: Faster, quieter and better balanced than a conventional dryer. The difference is real; the price gap is bigger than the difference. Wonderful on sale, an indulgence at full asking price.
- Buy it if
- People with long, thick hair who dry it daily and would pay for minutes back every morning.
- Skip it if
- You dry your hair twice a week. A good conventional dryer is fine.
- Best feature
- Fast, noticeably quieter, beautifully balanced with the motor in the handle, and magnetic attachments that snap on.
- Biggest annoyance
- The rear filter clogs with lint and needs regular cleaning, and the attachments get hot.
- The catch
- The difference is real and the gap is not. It is a wonderful dryer at a discount and an indulgence at full asking price.
- Evaluation
- In use since spring 2026
- Model
- Dyson Supersonic
The 20-second verdict
A rare case where the upgrade is real — and still hard to justify at full asking price. Faster, quieter and better balanced than a conventional dryer. The difference is real; the price gap is bigger than the difference. Wonderful on sale, an indulgence at full asking price. Best for: People with long, thick hair who dry it daily and would pay for minutes back every morning. Skip if: You dry your hair twice a week. A good conventional dryer is fine.
What we loved, and what annoyed us
What we loved
- Fast drying
- Noticeably quieter
- Motor in the handle: superb balance
- Magnetic attachments
What annoyed us
- Full asking price is hard to justify
- Rear filter clogs and needs weekly cleaning
- Attachments get hot
- Hair-health claims are Dyson's, not ours
What We Loved
Thick, long hair dries in noticeably less time and the arm does not tire. It is quiet enough to use near a sleeping person.
What Annoyed Us
The filter. Lint collects on the rear cage weekly and airflow drops if you ignore it.
The Catch
The difference is real and the gap is not. On a discount it is Worth It; at full asking price it is a luxury.
Who it is for
- Daily dryers with long, thick hair
Who should skip it
- Twice-a-week dryers
- Short hair
How we evaluated it
- Evaluation period
- Since spring 2026
- Where
- Bathroom; several hair types
- What we did with it
- Daily drying
- Compared against
- Revlon One-Step; a basic dryer
- What we looked at
- Drying time relative to a basic dryer, noise, balance
- Limitations
- No measurement of hair damage
- Product source
- Purchased at retail
- Dates
- Ongoing since April 2026
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Performance
Fast and consistent.
Ease of use, design, and build quality
Ease of use
Controls on the handle; a 9-foot cord.
Design and build quality
Excellent balance; removable filter.
Privacy and connectivity
None applicable.
Safety notes
Attachments are hot after use.
Cleaning, maintenance, and ongoing costs
Clean the filter weekly.
What it keeps costing you
| Consumables | None |
|---|
Value
Poor at full asking price; good discounted.
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Specifications
| Brand / model | Dyson Supersonic |
|---|---|
| Power | 1,600 W |
| Heat settings | 4 |
| Airflow settings | 3 |
| Attachments | Varies by edition (concentrator, diffuser, and more) |
| Filter | Removable, washable |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Only specifications that affect the buying decision are listed. Figures marked “manufacturer states” are the maker's claims, not our measurements.
Warranty and returns
Two years from Dyson.
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Final verdict
Verdict: Wait for a Sale
Wait for a SaleWait for a Sale.
- Best for
- People with long, thick hair who dry it daily and would pay for minutes back every morning.
- Skip if
- You dry your hair twice a week. A good conventional dryer is fine.
- Main strength
- Fast, noticeably quieter, beautifully balanced with the motor in the handle, and magnetic attachments that snap on.
- Main weakness
- The rear filter clogs with lint and needs regular cleaning, and the attachments get hot.
As an Amazon Associate, Karen Verified earns from qualifying purchases. That never changes our verdict.
Update and correction history
- Routine re-check.Why: Routine.Verdict unchanged
- Published.Why: Initial evaluation.Verdict unchanged
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