Owning the right blow dryer can make a world of difference in the styling, drying and overall health of your hair. While some options are bigger investments than others, finding the right one isn’t just about the price tag. From high-tech to travel-friendly, here are some of our favorite blow dryers that will maintain your mane for years to come.


smooth move 
Got frizz? Get Revlon Essentials Smooth Results Dryer, and say goodbye to your frizz frustrations. Thanks to its ionic technology, your drying time is shorter than ever, perfect for styling on the fly. And for the price, this blow dryer is one of the best deals on the market.
$19.99, revlonhairtools.com


on-the-go dryer
Get a Drybar blow out at home with the Drybar Buttercup Blow Dryer. Travel-friendly and fast-drying, it uses Nanolonic technology to break up water quickly and seal and smooth each strand. It comes with two nozzles: one that is ultra-light and a larger nozzle for faster drying.
$195, ulta.com


small but mighty
A blow dryer doesn’t need to be big to get the job done—even if you have super long, thick hair. The InStyler BLU Turbo Ionic Dryer weighs in at only 13.5 ounces, but it has enough power to effectively dry hair. This dryer comes with two heat settings, an ionic switch and an airflow dial you can control with a scroll of your finger.
$78, amazon.com


luxe locks
The award-winning T3 Cura Luxe Hair Dryer is quickly becoming a beauty cult favorite. From digitally controlled heat to a volume booster switch, this hair dryer doesn’t skimp on the bells and whistles. Even the ergonomic slant handle is designed to alleviate wrist strain—something thick-haired users definitely will appreciate!
$285, t3micro.com


bionic blow dryer 
There’s so much to say about the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer that it’s hard to keep it short. Here are a few highlights: The digital V9 motor spins on average six times faster than other dryers, Air Multiplier Technology amplifies airflow to produce controlled, high-velocity jet air for fast drying, and each attachment is magnetic for quicker styling ability. Not to mention, the dryer is available in 23kt gold!
$500, dyson.com