New Dyson Airwrap Coanda 2x Editor Review
The new Airwrap isn't available to shop until July 8 on dyson.com and sephora.com, but for now, you can check out my full review below for all the details, plus my thoughts on whether the new Airwrap is worth trying for yourself.
Back in early June, I sat down with Dyson's top engineer to hear all about the new Airwrap and was honestly so impressed with the improvements to the tech. It's equipped with a new motor that's 30 percent more powerful and produces double the air pressure (hence the name Coanda 2x) than the original. What does that mean for you? Faster drying and styling, whether you want a bouncy blowout or a sleek look. (I can attest that this is true, more details below.)
The new Airwrap Coanda 2x comes with six attachments that dry, curl, wave, straighten, smooth, and volumize depending on how you use them (per the brand, this is the only multistyler on the market that includes this many attachments with purchase). One of the attachments—the AirSmooth 2x—is entirely new. It reminds me of a mini Airstraight (Dyson's wet-to-dry straightening device) that can be used to smooth and straighten smaller sections of hair, like bangs or baby hairs.
And like the previous iteration of the Airwrap, the Coanda 2x is compatible with the MyDyson app for a smarter styling experience based on your hair type and preferences.
The Dyson Airwrap Coanda 2x comes in two colors—Ceramic Pink (a pale pink) and Jasper Plum (a dark metallic-ish purple)—and in sets for straight/wavy hair or curly/coily hair, so the set you buy will determine the exact styling attachments that you get.
There are currently three Airwraps on the market—the original Dyson Airwrap, the Dyson Airwrap ID, and now the Coanda 2x. The new Coanda 2x looks pretty similar to the Airwap ID, but it feels more lightweight (the difference is definitely noticeable when holding the two versions side by side). The power of the motor is a key differentiator for the Coanda 2x as well. I was never able to use the old Airwrap to fully dry my hair (it took waaaaay too long), but with the new ones' upgraded motor, it truly works just as well as any other regular hair dryer I've tried.
In addition to the new AirSmooth 2x attachment for smoothing and straightening, the Coanda 2x features a revamped paddle brush attachment (officially called the Anti-Snag Loop Brush 2x) that is designed to give you more control while styling, especially at your roots and ends. The curling wand attachments also have angular, square-shaped tips (as opposed to a rounded one) with the intent of being easier to grip when styling. See comparison pics here:
I'd be remiss if I also didn't mention the price difference. The new Airwrap is Dyson's most expensive hair tool to date and costs $699.99. So $100 more than the original. Obviously $700 for a hair styling tool is WILDLY expensive, so I'll get into whether or not it's worth the price tag below.
During my meeting with Dyson to learn about the new Airwrap, I was lucky enough to have celeb stylist and Dyson ambassador Matthew Collins style my hair with the device so I could learn the ins and outs. As expected, my hair looked incredible with the help of a pro. But to my surprise, I got the same smooth, bouncy effect when doing my hair at home.
My hair is super frizz-prone, and with the old Airwrap I'd always have some flyaways after using the dryer attachment, but with the Coanda 2x I noticed a much smoother finish. I have fine hair, but it's long and I have a lot of it but the new Airwrap was able to fully dry my hair in seven minutes—something the older model could never do. The new Airwrap combines the benefits of a multistyler with the power of a real hair dryer, which is pretty major IMO.
With my old Airwrap, I'd typically use the paddle brush and curling attachments most often, but with the new one, I find myself reaching for the round brush and new AirSmooth. The round brush bristles are updated on the new Airwrap, and they glide through my hair so easily without any pulling or tangling. And the new AirSmooth attachment is a must if you have frizz or flyaways like me. It's the perfect shape and size for maneuvering around your hairline and crown; I use it on face-framing pieces that need a little extra polishing and to calm down my annoying "post-partum bangs" that poke up by my temples. It's also great for quick touchups, so if I don't have time to blow dry my hair, I'll air dry and then go in with the AirSmooth to clean up frizzy spots.
Overall, the new Airwrap Coanda 2x made styling my long hair easy, and I loved the lightness of the design too. So if you don't already own a Dyson Airwrap, I'd say the new model is worth it, no doubt. It works better than other multistylers I've tried and is suitable for all hair types and textures. It's also relatively gentle on hair thanks to smart sensors that measure and regulate heat and airflow. And the power of the motor, coupled with the revamped attachment, justifies the extra $100 IMO. But if you already own one of the older models and you like how it works, there's no reason to upgrade to the new Dyson Airwrap Coanda 2x (yet).
Lauren Balsamo is the beauty director at Cosmopolitan with more than a decade of experience researching, writing, and editing sunscreen stories across print and digital. Her tinted sunscreen picks were based on product reviews, ratings, and personal testing, along with information from experts.
Lauren Balsamo is the beauty director at Cosmopolitan where she writes, edits, and produces all types of beauty content—from product reviews to personal essays and trend reports. She has covered beauty for more than a decade at Cosmopolitan. Follow her on Instagram.
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