Dyson Corrale vs ghd straighteners

Flexing plates against rigid plates

Dyson says the Corrale's plates are made from a manganese copper alloy that flexes to shape around the hair, gathering a section so that strands are held with even tension rather than pressed flat at the edges. Dyson's argument is that this lets you style with less heat because the hair is controlled better.

ghd plates are rigid ceramic, on floating mounts on models such as the Gold and Chronos so they settle evenly on the hair. ghd's focus is on holding a steady 185 °C (365 °F) with sensors, so each pass is consistent. Rigid plates give a crisp, flat finish and are easy to use for flicks, curls and waves.

Corrale and ghd side by side

The table uses Dyson's and ghd's published descriptions. The Corrale is not in our current product lists, so treat figures as maker specifications and check the current listing before you buy.

Cordless styling: Corrale against ghd Unplugged

Many people searching for Corrale against ghd are comparing it with the ghd Unplugged, ghd's cordless straightener. The Unplugged is a compact travel styler with a stated 20 minutes of styling, a 45 second heat up and USB-C charging, and ghd notes it cannot be used while charging. It suits touch ups and short hair on the go.

The Corrale is a full size straightener that can also run from a cable when the battery runs low, so it is closer to a main styler that happens to be cordless. If you want one tool for daily full styling without a cable, the Corrale fits that better. If you want a small second styler for your bag or travel, the Unplugged is designed for that. See our guide to the best straighteners for travel.

Corrale against ghd Chronos and Platinum+

The ghd Chronos is ghd's newest corded styler, with HD motion-responsive technology that ghd says adjusts power to how you move and gives one stroke results. The Platinum+ uses ultra-zone predictive technology. Both hold 185 °C (365 °F) and have no temperature choice.

The Corrale gives you three settings, so you can go lower or higher than ghd's fixed point. Its flexing plates make it particularly popular with people who have thick or curly hair, while the ghd models are lighter and more traditional to handle. Heavier tools can tire your arm on long hair, so if weight matters, compare the published weights before buying.

See how the ghd range compares →

Who should choose which

Both are premium tools, and battery models need a little more care: charge as the manual describes and store the Corrale on its dock. For a wider view of the options, our best hair straighteners guide sets ghd, Dyson and Cloud Nine flagships side by side, and our article on whether the Corrale is worth it covers the trade offs in more depth.

• You want cordless styling for your full routine: Dyson Corrale.
• You want a temperature choice: Dyson Corrale.
• You want a light, fixed 185 °C corded styler: ghd Gold, Platinum+ or Chronos.
• You want a small cordless styler for travel and touch ups: ghd Unplugged.
• You have very thick hair: consider the ghd Max or Chronos Max wide plates, or the Corrale.

Battery and heat safety

The Corrale and ghd Unplugged contain lithium batteries. Use only the charger and cable supplied, do not charge on soft furnishings, and stop using any styler that is swollen, damaged or very hot while charging. For flights, check the airline's rules on cordless styling tools before you travel.

Note:Straightener plates can burn skin. Lithium battery stylers must be charged with the maker's own charger on a hard surface. If a battery or casing is damaged, stop using it and contact the maker.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Dyson Corrale better than ghd? It is different rather than better. The Corrale offers flexing plates, three heat settings and cordless use; ghd offers lighter, fixed 185 °C stylers with sensor technology.

Can you use the Dyson Corrale while it is plugged in? Yes, Dyson designed the Corrale to work corded or cordless. The ghd Unplugged cannot be used while charging.

What temperatures does the Dyson Corrale have? Dyson lists three settings: 165, 185 and 210 °C (329, 365 and 410 °F).

Which is better for thick hair? The Corrale's flexing plates and higher setting help with thick hair, and so do ghd's wide plate Max models. See our guide to the best straighteners for thick hair.