The beauty world has spent years obsessing over the Dyson Airwrap Multi‑Styler — and for good reason. It curls, smooths and volumizes hair with air instead of scorching heat.
But here’s the thing: not everyone wants to or can spend roughly $700 on a styling tool.
Enter the Shark FlexStyle Special Edition Air Styling & Drying System, a sleek multi-styler that delivers a surprisingly similar experience for a lot less money, especially now that it’s about 30% off.
At first glance, the FlexStyle looks like another luxury hair gadget, but the magic is in its flexibility. The tool literally twists from a traditional hair dryer into a multi-styler wand, making it a two-in-one device that dries and styles at the same time.
With a lineup of attachments, including auto-wrap curling barrels, a paddle brush, a concentrator and volumizing tools, you can go from sleek blowout to beachy waves without switching devices.
Not only did I compare the Shark FlexStyle side-by-side to the Dyson Airwrap but it’s one of my most-used hair tools. It truly mimics my salon blowout the most.
Performance-wise, the FlexStyle holds its own, and it’s one of the most powerful tools I reviewed. It boasts strong airflow and drying power, which can actually feel more powerful than the Airwrap in some tests. It also reaches higher heat levels if you want them, which can help styles set faster — though both tools include multiple heat and speed settings plus a cool shot to lock everything in.
Bottom line: if you’ve been curious about the Airwrap but hesitant about the price tag, the Shark FlexStyle Special Edition is the kind of beauty tool that makes you wonder why you waited so long. It’s versatile, powerful and capable of delivering salon-style blowouts, curls and volume from one surprisingly compact system.
And at a steep discount, it might just be the smartest hair tool upgrade you can make this year.
This article was written by Victoria McDonnell, New York Post Commerce Journalist & Content Strategist, who has spent countless hours researching, testing hundreds of products and comparing the latest makeup, skincare, hair and beauty items and trends to determine what’s truly worth your hard-earned cash. She evaluates formulas, textures, ingredients and more, in addition to consulting medical and industry experts. Some of Victoria’s latest conquests include testing the best sheet masks on the market, and a rinse-and-repeat review of the best shampoos for all hair types and budgets. Victoria, who received a beauty industry essentials certification from the Fashion Institute of Technology, has been creating shopping guides for the New York Post since 2021 and previously held positions at Insider Reviews and CNN Underscored.
