# Best wet-to-dry straighteners like the Dyson Airstrait Source: https://plateandcurl.co.uk/best/best-wet-to-dry-straighteners Publisher: Plate and Curl. Picks are based on what the Amazon listings state, not on hands-on testing. Method: https://plateandcurl.co.uk/how-we-pick Wet-to-dry straighteners skip the blow dry. You towel-dry your hair, then a single tool dries and straightens each section, either with jets of air, low-heat plates combined with airflow, or a straightening brush on a multi-styler. The Dyson Airstrait is the best known, but ghd, Shark and Dreame now offer their own takes. When comparing them, look at how each one straightens (air only, or plates plus air), the temperatures it uses, the number of heat and airflow settings, and weight, since you hold it for the whole drying time. This guide compares the main options on those points, using only what each listing states. Multi-stylers are included where the listing names a straightening or smoothing tool. ## Products ### 1. Shark FlexStyle 5-in-1 Air Styler & Hair Dryer, Stone, HD446SLUK Type: Air styler and dryer; How it curls: Coanda auto-wrap; Listed aids: Styling guide included; Barrel: 2 curlers, size not stated A dryer that twists into an air styler, which Shark pitches at any hair type and any skill set. Two auto-wrap curlers pull hair round and set it in seconds, with a styling guide in the box. In its favour: - Coanda airflow wraps hair on its own, so there is no hand wrapping to learn. - The listing says it suits any skill set, and a styling guide is included. - It also dries and smooths, so one tool covers the whole routine. Good to know: - Curler sizes are not stated in the listing. - The 2-year guarantee applies only after registering with Shark, per the listing. ### 2. Shark Glam Sleek Straight Waves & Curls Multi-Styler HD6051SUK Type: Multi-styler; Curling: Auto-wrap curlers; Kit: 5 attachments plus case; Power: Not stated; Heat control: Heat-controlled ceramic Shark's styler that adds heated ceramic to airflow. The Silki tool smooths wet or dry hair, the Glossi tool blow-dries, and auto-wrap curlers and a curl diffuser are included. In its favour: - The Silki tool combines heated ceramic and airflow, which a pure air styler lacks. - Gloss Lock Technology is stated to seal in shine on dry hair. - A curl defining diffuser is included for natural curls, per the listing. Good to know: - Power in watts and curler sizes are not stated in the listing. - Amazon lists 1.83 kg, though that figure may include the storage case and packaging. ### 3. DREAME AirStyle Era, 8-in-1 Professional Airflow Multi-Styler Type: Multi-styler; Curling: 2 x 32 mm auto-wrap barrels; Kit: 8-in-1 set; Power: 1,300 W; Heat control: NTC sensor control An 8-in-1 airflow styler with a 110,000 rpm brushless motor. The box lists a fast dryer, two 32 mm auto-wrap barrels, a straightening nozzle, diffuser and four brushes. In its favour: - Two 32 mm barrels use spiral airflow and the Coanda effect to wrap hair, per the listing. - A straightening nozzle and diffuser widen what it can do beyond curls. - NTC temperature control is stated to adjust heat and airflow in real time. Good to know: - The listing gives an odd 12 V voltage figure, so check power details before buying. - Warranty length is not stated in this listing. ### 4. Shark SilkiPro Hair Straightener & Dryer, Ceramic, Wet to Dry, HT401UKBL Type: 2-in-1 plate straightener; Straightening: Ceramic plates, up to 230°C; Drying: Built-in airflow; Wet hair use: Yes, Wet mode A straightener with ceramic plates and dryer airflow. Wet mode dries and straightens, while Dry mode cuts the air to work as a normal straightener. Three combs are included. In its favour: - Heated ceramic plates give a classic straightener finish in Dry mode. - Clamping at the root directs airflow to dry roots, per the listing. - Three interchangeable combs suit different hair types. Good to know: - Amazon lists 1.59 kg, heavy for one tool, though packaging may be included. - It does not replace a full dryer for volume or diffused styles. ### 5. Duet Style Wet to Dry Hair Straightener, 2-in-1 Styler, No Heat Damage Type: 2-in-1 hot air styler; Straightening: Ceramic plates, 210°C max; Drying: Built-in airflow; Wet hair use: Yes ghd's first 2-in-1 hot air styler, which the listing says transforms hair from wet to styled. A shine shot setting is for dry hair only. In its favour: - Takes hair from wet to straight in one tool, according to ghd. - The shine shot is listed to give 2x more shine on dry hair. - ghd claims softness lasting up to 48 hours. Good to know: - The listing gives few physical specs, and the 0.1 g weight shown is clearly wrong. - There are no attachments for curls or volume. ### 6. Dyson Airstrait Wet to Dry Hair Straightener & Hair Dryer - Plum Copper Temperature range: Starts at 140°C in Wet mode; Settings: 4 heat, 3 airflow; Plates: No plates, airflow; Auto shut-off: Auto pause An air straightener that dries and straightens with two jets of air instead of plates. Dyson recommends starting at 140°C in Wet mode, and there are 4 heat settings and 3 airflow settings. In its favour: - No hot plates press the hair, which suits anyone wary of clamping fine hair. - Four heat settings and three airflow settings, with a recommended 140°C start in Wet mode. - The maker says it automatically pauses when not in use. Good to know: - A listed 820 g makes it heavier than most plate straighteners. - The finish is a straight blow dry, which may lack the flat sleekness some want. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.