Then there are the attachments—redesigned, rethought, and actually smarter. Most notably, the brush heads. The original round brush’s synthetic bristles used to snag and tangle in my hair, especially during desperate attempts at DIY curtain bangs. The Co-anda’s upgraded version features a combo of nylon and soft-tip bristles that glide effortlessly through my thick, wavy texture—no tugging, just bounce. The paddle brush also feels noticeably smoother, delivering a more polished finish with less friction. As for the curling barrels, they still have the iconic dual-direction design we know and love, but now operate at double the speed for faster, longer-lasting styles. Though I haven’t quite mastered the AirSmooth attachment yet—likely because my hair’s too short—I suspect those with mid-to-long lengths will appreciate the sleek, flat-iron-free finish it delivers in seconds.

Vogue’s senior beauty writer Kiana Murden had a similar experience. “When I initially tested the Co-anda 2x, I used the round brush to blow out my natural curls,” she says. “A process that usually takes 30 minutes was cut in half—the brush working through my hair with no tangles in just under 15 minutes. So far, I think that attachment is my favorite, though I’ll always have a soft spot for the curling barrels—the attachments that really skyrocketed the original device to cult status a few years ago. The larger size is perfect to add quick volume, and surprisingly, the curls last longer with just a bit of hairspray. And for what it’s worth, I didn’t find it super heavy, either. The cord is quite long and the motor is certainly larger than the previous model, though neither of these things got in the way of my styling.”

How to Use the Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x

For De Leon, what makes this tool so special is how it works with your hair. “No matter your hair type, you can achieve any look with it,” she says. “[As] Dyson’s most advanced multi-styler yet, it feels like it was designed for real people, not just pros.” That said, the Co-anda2x is quite intuitive to use, especially for those already experienced with at-home styling. There’s no real right or wrong way to use it—we’d recommend starting with the attachment that best speaks to your desired style.

“The barrels are my go-to for soft, brushed out waves and volume,” she continues. “I love using the larger barrel, and letting it latch from the ends, releasing, letting it cool, then brushing out with a boards bristle brush and finishing with the Dyson Omega hydrating hair oil for a shiny and bouncy finish.” To really ensure your curls don’t fall, De Leon says prep is key—look for styling products that have a flexible hold. Celebrity makeup artist Scott King, on the other hand, is obsessed with the round brush attachment because it offers the most tension. “The rough dry attachment is also great to get most of the moisture out of the hair before styling,” he says. “I also suggest taking smaller sections if you have curly or textured hair.”

Is the Dyson Airwrap Co-anda Worth It?

In my opinion, the Dyson Airwrap Co-anda 2x is absolutely worth it. Yes, the price tag is steep, but the payoff—cordless freedom, salon-worthy results, universal voltage, and intelligent heat control—is undeniable. I’ve forgotten about all the other styling tools in my beauty drawer, instead opting for a quick rough dry and daily pass of my Corrale to perfect my mod hair flips without worry about causing heat damage.

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Meet the Experts

• Shaqita Gounden is the senior manager, beauty portfolio architecture at Dyson.
• Irinel De Leon is a celebrity hairstylist and Dyson’s global style ambassador.
• Scott King is a celebrity hairstylist who counts Sabrina Carpenter, Snoh Aalegra, and Jennifer Coolidge as clients.