UPDATE: After using this dryer for almost two months I wanted to add that is very important to clean the airflow in the back of the dryer otherwise it will make a different noise and lose a little bit of power. It happened to me and after I cleaned it, it went back to the awesome drying power it has. Again, I absolutely love this dryer!🌷 ********** I've now owned my shark hyper air for over a month and absolutely love it! I have long wavy hair and it takes me 25 min to fully dry in low heat and medium speed. The diffuser is amazing. I'm glad I bought it when they had it on sale for $179!! I'm very happy with my decision ❤️❤️
@@GenaMarie I was thinking of buying the black orchid diffuser but I'm not sure it'd fit my dryer. After watching your video I'm rethinking my plan. Maybe I'll use my Christmas cash and splurge on the Shark hair dryer. I love the diffuser bowl it comes with. 🙂
It was one of the reasons I avoided Dyson. To pay that price and not even like the diffuser was ridiculous to me. Shark consulted with curly haired individuals to design it and it shows. I love my Shark dryer!
Thank you for this! I had been eyeing the Dyson, but I just can’t justify that ridiculous price point. I do like how the handle is more in the middle of the head of the dryer than other brands, but that’s about it. I never even knew Shark made hair dryers, but I may give it a shot!
I love your comparison videos! ❤️ I bought the Dyson last year to try to cut down on my dry time. I honestly don't even use it. I agree with you that it gets too hot, the diffuser makes my waves kind of wonky, it makes my hair feel really dry, and my dogs absolutely hate the sound it makes. I'm really excited to try the Shark, especially the diffuser. My sister's hair is more coarse and she straightens it pretty often so I'm going to give her my Dyson.
Exceptional review. Detailed, structured, multifactorial with scientific methodology. I don't even have curly hair but I watched the whole video. Subscribed. Not because the video was useful to me, but just because I think creators who put as much effort and thought into a review as you do deserve to have subscribers. Keep up the good job. Maybe you could end the revue with a star rating on things like price, appearance, design, usability, results and overall score.
I have the Dyson blow dryer for over one year and I still love it. With My previous dryer, it used to take 30 minutes and still my hair was wet. When I switched to Dyson, I was able to enjoy my drying time much more. The Shark just came to market this year so I could switch to that one WHEN my Dyson dies on me... excellent video!!
Hi Gena, after watching your review I went ahead and purchased the Shark. I tried it and absolutely love it! I did get the bundle with diffuser, concentrator & brush. The dryer works amazingly! Thank you 💕
So glad I watched this video! Like you, I’m frugal, but was considering splurging on the Dyson. I didn’t even know there was a cheaper option for the same great results. Thanks for the thorough review!!
This is sooooo helpful! I've wondered about which of these dryers would be better for curly hair. The whole allure of the Dyson for me was the fast dry time... it's sooo good to know that the Shark dried your hair faster! I really love the Shark diffuser as well. It just looks like someone with curly hair designed it.
I have the Dyson, which I bought before the Shark came out. I really like my Dyson. I have long, coarse, barely wavy, mostly white hair. The Dyson cut my drying time almost in half. My husband adapted my old Black Orchid diffuser to use with the Dyson and I switch back and forth between the two diffusers. My hair dries quicker with the Black Orchid, but gets a bit of wonkiness that I can usually fix with the Dyson diffuser. All that to say, I wish the Shark would have come out sooner because I would probably have bought it. At the same time, I don't regret the "big bucks" I spent on the Dyson; it's such a well made machine that I will probably never have to replace it.
My aunt has both and my mom has really curly hair. We tried both on my mom's hair and the shark was so much better. Her hair is long and thick and the Dyson bowl area couldn't hold her hair and it got extremely hot really fast. There was a 10 minute difference between her dry times and her hair looked so much better from the Shark. I really want to get one someday,it's an amazing dryer.
So glad I came across your video. I watched several others after yours just to get an overall feel of what everyone also thinks. But yours was really the best done video. You were very detailed in explaining the differences and helping understand how to use them properly too. Thank you for being a in depth person and explaining things! You actually truly got me interested in buying the shark and I’m looking at it for a future purchase for a new hair dryer! I’m also working on getting a routine for my curly hair down and this product will definitely help with that! Thank you 🙏🏼
Thanks for the comparison! I've been in need of a new and better blow dryer. After watching I decided to go with the shark, mostly for the price and diffuser attachment. Right now they have a discount and you can get it for $179!
Thank you for comparing these two dryers. I was wanting to know but I wouldn’t spend the money on the Dyson just to try it out. I will be purchasing the Shark for myself. Thank you, also, for finding the best deal for us.
What a fantastic review / comparison. I prefer deeper diffusers so the shark is for me. I can’t believe how quickly it dried your hair. I’m on my way to get one.
I just picked up the Shark at Sams for $179. It came with the diffuser and the concentrator nozzle. I haven’t even tried it yet, but am hopeful.🤞I like the design of the diffuser better on the Shark. It’s the first dryer I have ever spent more than $30 on in my 53 years. ❤
I can see the diffuser on the shark being really good for looser curl patterns. I have had the dyson for years and I really like it. The dyson has a setting where you can blow dry your hair with no heat. Tap the heat button until there is no red light and it’s cool.
I have been waiting for this video!! You did such an amazing comparison 😍 do you think you will be able to compare the shark to one of your older dryers that would be super helpful - love from Florida!! ❤️
Ugh these reviews are killing me! Santa bought me a Dyson on eBay (I did my research first) after I debated it for a year. Then the shark comes out! I’m so upset! I may have to resell it next year and get the Shark in the spring when it restocks after the holidays. Thanks for the honest review.
Fantastic comparison review, Gena -so thorough and clear! I will definitely be linking your video to anyone who I know who could be considering either dryer. Thanks 😊
You can actually use the cool setting on the Dyson continually. You just turn the heat all the way off with the heat settings button and it will blow continuously cool air instead of having to hold down the cool shot button. It’s the major selling point of the Dyson for me. Ulta has great sales for Dyson a couple times a year.
That’s what I love about it. I have so many bad things to say about this Shark. It’s the worst dryer I ever used, brought it back immediately. My hair looked TERRIBLE after using it and it was loud, hot, and took longer to dry. The Dyson dries it very fast.
@@smashleydevin I think older versions may not have this feature. I tried one over a year ago and it did not have a cool setting. I recently bought the Blue and Copper one to try bc I fell in love with it and it did have it.
@@StormyDay I have had mine since they were released, so that can’t be true. Back when they didn’t offer them in any color besides the pink and grey, which I loathe. Lol.
I created a comparison chart for you that lists the main differences in features and design on my blog: genamarie.co/2021/12/sharkhyper-air-vs-dyson-hair-dryer-compared-testing-dry-time-diffusers-results/
I just purchased the Shark Hyper Air from Costco for $179 with all the attachments. It is on sale till July 24th. I think that it is only available online if you are interested. I can't wait to use this after seeing this review!!
Seems to me retracting the spikes on the shark would be helpful during hover diffusing to avoid disturbing the curls and creating frizz. I plan on getting one!
I bought my Dyson hair dryer on Amazon as a refurbished unit about 2 years ago and I have had no issues with it. I paid $200 for it. It came with the diffuser, and two different concentrator attachments, and also a metal magnetic stand to hold the attachments. The Shark hair dryer looks very nice, like the looks of that diffuser too.
Clearly the shark diffuser is better. Like you can instantly tell just by looking at it. I haven’t even bothered using the Dyson diffuser because it just looks so meh. But I’m gonna start now that I’ve discovered your channel!!
Costco has the Shark for $180 with 3 attachments I can't believe how fast it dried my hair however the brush attachment is very awkward to use with short hair
I have the Dyson and love it, I only hover diffuse so the diffuser works fine. My shrinkage is already ridiculous. I don't need help 😂 However I think I'll get the shark for my daughter that has long hair with a looser curl pattern. She also scrunches with the dryer.
Thank you for the review! The Dyson is truly overpriced. For curly hair, it is all about the diffuser. I'm a curly hair method beginner and wished I bought the Shark. I've had the Dyson for a few years and have used it more for drying my dog's fur than drying my hair. Lol. My hair is sooo frizzy that a well designed diffuser can make all the difference.
I’ve owned a Dyson for about 5 years and it’s starting to crap out me. I could have it repaired, but I’m seriously tempted to get a Shark instead…because the Dyson diffuser is seriously the worst part. Aside from the shape, I actually dislike the magnetic attachment because I find it comes off too easily. Thanks for such a detailed comparison!
I am getting my Dyson I the blue and copper edition for Christmas and I cannot wait, I think the colour combi is awesome and Manes by Mell loves it. I have mid length, wavy, low to medium density hair and I think the diffuser is going to work well for me. I pixie diffuse and have a cheap dryer that looks like the Dyson and that diffuser is good for my hair. So still excited about my Dyson
Love this comparison ! I am actually thinking between the conair you own or the shark. Could you do a comparison between the two ? A cold setting is a must for my fine thin hair !
Which one did you get, the Conair or Shark ? You know what is the model of the conair ? I am struggling to find a light hair dryer for my curly hair that don't cost 500$ like the Dyson
I really like this hair dry, looks like it was designed for curly hair. Thank you for the great review! 😊 I’m located in EU and I couldn’t find any options for online purchase. Can anyone please suggest where I could order online?
I have the Dyson and I think it's overrated. That said, I attached the Black Orchid Hair diffuser on the Dyson concentrator by an hydraulic rubber ring and I love the result
Sharks diffuser for the win ❤️. I just bought the Conair hair dryer for curly hair. I can't wait for it to be delivered. I found your channel looking at reviews for it ☺️.
I actually really like the dyson for diffusing my hair. I start w medium settings and than as it’s drying I lower it to low. I bought mine when it first came out when I actually was straightening my hair every week. If I didn’t own it already I guess I would try the shark since it’s half the price amd even lighter weight
You might want to try using an Amaxy or Xtavia Black Orchid diffuser with your Dyson. Attach them via a Snozzle Pro adapter on the smoothing nozzle or styling concentrator or do the old hack curlies did before the Snozzle came out.
Great review! Very thorough for sure. By the looks of the shark, I would have thought it was much heavier. Would keep the Shark on my wish list.... some day :).
Buy an Amaxy or Xtavia Black Orchid diffuser and attach to your Dyson with a Snozzle Pro adapter and you'll get similar results to the Shark and its diffuser.
Your hair looks gorgeous with both dryers. Your curls seems a little more defined and “shrunk” with the Dyson, though. I’m wondering if that is due to the smaller diffuser. Either way you look beautiful and the Shark is definitely the better deal!
Thank you! Yeah, I see what you mean! I tried to do the same methods but ultimately these are 2 separate wash days so perhaps I just did something slightly different with styling that could’ve made one have more shrinkage.
Definitely sold me on the Shark hair dryer! I bought the Dyson supersonic two years ago during the Sephora annual sale, and I returned it. I didn't think it was worth 500$ (Canadian). I will definitely get the Shark one soon... It is very complicated for me to air dry my hair in the winter here in Canada! So a dryer would be so useful. I see the Shark dryer is on sale now on Amazon. Does anyone know if it is often on sale? I am not ready to purchase now! Thank you Gena!
I am from Canada too. Please let me know how you like the Shark one. I am looking for a hair dryer for winter but 500$ is way too much for me. But I need a light hair dryer...
@@GenaMarie I ended up getting the shark dryer and I felt like it was SO hot even on low compared to my old hair dryer (which I also only used on low). It felt like it was burning my scalp! I did an experiment where I tested the temps for all temperature settings on my old Conair and the Shark. Sure enough, the lowest setting on the Shark was almost as high as the highest setting on my Conair (152F vs 158F, respectively). This worries me as far as possible damage (I know the company claims no damage, but don’t they all). I’m finding conflicting info on what hair dryer temp causes damage to fine hair. Do you happen to know if this is getting into dangerous territory? I’d imagine no one would recommend scrunch/pixie diffusing on a high setting on even my old dryer? Especially since the dryer is held in place for more than a few seconds. What are your thoughts on this? Editing to say I reeeesaaaaaaally want this shark dryer to work out because it does dry fast BUT not damaging my hair is my top priority!
I have been considering splurging on a new dryer and the diffuser shape is BY FAR the biggest concern for me which is why the Shark is so appealing. My next biggest concern is heat. I try to dry on cool as even low gets pretty warm on my scalp. What is the first/lowest heat setting (besides the cool shot)?
With the Shark the lowest heat setting is still hot air but it’s not burning feeling in my opinion. It’s not “warm” air though. You would have to mix in the cold shot button to get a cooler air when it’s on low. The Conair dryer I used prior to own the Shark had more of just a warm air temp on the lowest setting
Thank you for doing this review! I struggled with the Dyson attachments falling off and with that brick in the cord. Does the Shark have a big brick in the cord like the Dyson does?
Do you have videos recommending products for low porosity? I watched your hard water treatment but then noticed you have medium porosity so not sure if they will work for me? I have very fine and dry hair. Thank you for any help!
Hi! I got this for Christmas and immediately used it! I tend to hover and then pixie diffuse but I found this dryer even on low setting to be extremely hot on my scalp. I was constantly holding down the cool shot button while pixie diffusing and my hair ended up looking like straw on the ends. There may be a learning curve because your hair looks fantastic! Is there a different way I should be diffusing with this dryer? Do you think the heat is going to damage my hair? Thanks!
My lowest setting is too hot, called Dyson and they said I could send it to them for testing or return to store and exchange it. Ordered another will compare the 2, if I have to hold the cool shot the whole time, I will return it. I do feel it is excessive heat and it will damage hair...way to hot for scalp.
You don't necessarily need to diffuse curly hair on low heat. Manes By Mell hover diffuses on high heat. I tried her method and my hair is in good condition. I have thick, coarse hair. It would take a long time to dry it on low heat.
Yeah makes total sense! I just don't like my results when I only hover because I like to get more shrinkage, curl definition, and volume so I need to scrunch diffuse some.
I’m seeing people say the shark runs super hot do you find this? I’m trying to decide between the two (I bought my mom the shark) she hasn’t used the diffuser I have fine hair and to much heat will fry it
I'm curious how the shark would help my dry time. I just have an orchid dryer and diffuser and it still takes an hour to get it almost dry. If I could get it to 30 min that would be amazing
I had a Black Orchid diffuser and it took 45mins to dry my curly fine hair originally with a standard professional dryer (Parlux). Then I bought a second hand Dyson and did a hack to attach my Black Orchid (as Dyson diffuser is rubbish in comparison) and it took/takes only about 15 minutes to dry. There's an adapter now called the Snozzle Pro that you can use to attach just about any diffuser to any dryer that curlies now use to attach the Black Orchid or Amaxy diffuser to their Dysons via the smoothing attachment or styling concentrator.
Ive been wondering about diffusers... i prefer the shark diffuser bowl, but i also think my hair would snag into the airflow part which has happened to me before with another diffuser
Thanks for this. I like the Dyson, but I find the brick on the cord extremely annoying. Also, if you hit the heat button on the Dyson until all the lights are out, you have a no heat setting.
Another question…it looks like you aren’t pixie diffusing at least with the shark dryer…is that the case? I imagine it would be hard to pixie diffuse with the controls on the back? If you aren’t pixie diffusing, did you feel like it didn’t make a difference or just wasn’t necessary with the low fan speed? I’d love to lose the need to pixie diffuse along with the faster dry time!
I HATED HATED HATED the Shark. Manyyyyyyyy reasons why, I found it blew harder, hotter, louder than my hair dryers and did not have a constant cool setting, unlike my Dyson and my T3. Honestly, it took longer to dry, too, and I used the routine I always use. Sent it back immediately, it was a total failure in every way, in my opinion, I never hated a dryer before and my results were AWFUL! And my Orchid diffuser blows the Shark’s away, hands down. My hair dries really fast (except the back of my head) so a gentle, cooler dryer like my T3 is so much better, and I just love my Dyson in the summer.
@@autumntralise870 yes it runs very warm, MUCH warmer than my T3 and warmer than the Dyson and I feel the Dyson is on the warmer side, but the Dyson has a constant cool setting so you could always use that. The Shark does not.
@@miraclebub I'm wondering if your new one was better... I bought one from Costco and the lowest heat setting burned my scalp, I called shark and they had me cut the cord then sent me a new one, different model but still got too hot (both hit 170 degrees on the lowest heat setting)
Two items I could have done without: Shark HyperAir and Behairful brush. Shark is pretty to look at but don't notice much difference in performance. Have tried all the attachments and still get frizzy hair. Behairful brush is waaaay too big for my wavy hair with long aggressive bristles. I found that Denman makes a similar brush with the combo bristles at half the price and it is much daintier which is better for my less than tight curls and lower density hair.
UPDATE: After using this dryer for almost two months I wanted to add that is very important to clean the airflow in the back of the dryer otherwise it will make a different noise and lose a little bit of power. It happened to me and after I cleaned it, it went back to the awesome drying power it has. Again, I absolutely love this dryer!🌷
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I've now owned my shark hyper air for over a month and absolutely love it! I have long wavy hair and it takes me 25 min to fully dry in low heat and medium speed. The diffuser is amazing. I'm glad I bought it when they had it on sale for $179!! I'm very happy with my decision ❤️❤️
Wow you got such a good deal! And that's still a great dry time!
@@GenaMarie I was thinking of buying the black orchid diffuser but I'm not sure it'd fit my dryer. After watching your video I'm rethinking my plan. Maybe I'll use my Christmas cash and splurge on the Shark hair dryer. I love the diffuser bowl it comes with. 🙂
You like it better than Dyson?
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Shark’s diffuser even looks like it was designed for curly hair by a curly hair person…hmm, lol! Thank ya Gena for another awesome video 😉
Hahah yes! I love that it's designed with curls in mind!
It was one of the reasons I avoided Dyson. To pay that price and not even like the diffuser was ridiculous to me. Shark consulted with curly haired individuals to design it and it shows. I love my Shark dryer!
Try the Orchid diffuser, it’s a better diffuser than the Shark.
Exactly! I had the same thought. It seems way more intentionally designed for curly hair
Thank you for this! I had been eyeing the Dyson, but I just can’t justify that ridiculous price point. I do like how the handle is more in the middle of the head of the dryer than other brands, but that’s about it. I never even knew Shark made hair dryers, but I may give it a shot!
Been eyeing the dyson as well but I am thinking I might get the shark. Really glad I stumbled upon this video!
I got a shark. It seems decent not super powerful like dysons heat. But it's really really good. Worth it. Dyson is overpriced.
I love your comparison videos! ❤️ I bought the Dyson last year to try to cut down on my dry time. I honestly don't even use it. I agree with you that it gets too hot, the diffuser makes my waves kind of wonky, it makes my hair feel really dry, and my dogs absolutely hate the sound it makes. I'm really excited to try the Shark, especially the diffuser. My sister's hair is more coarse and she straightens it pretty often so I'm going to give her my Dyson.
That totally makes sense! 🙌🏼
Exceptional review. Detailed, structured, multifactorial with scientific methodology. I don't even have curly hair but I watched the whole video. Subscribed. Not because the video was useful to me, but just because I think creators who put as much effort and thought into a review as you do deserve to have subscribers. Keep up the good job. Maybe you could end the revue with a star rating on things like price, appearance, design, usability, results and overall score.
Thank you so much! 😊
I've been wanting a dyson for a while. My mom got me the Shark for a present and I'm honestly glad she did.
I have the Dyson blow dryer for over one year and I still love it. With My previous dryer, it used to take 30 minutes and still my hair was wet. When I switched to Dyson, I was able to enjoy my drying time much more. The Shark just came to market this year so I could switch to that one WHEN my Dyson dies on me... excellent video!!
Hopefully it lasts you a long time!
Hi Gena, after watching your review I went ahead and purchased the Shark. I tried it and absolutely love it! I did get the bundle with diffuser, concentrator & brush. The dryer works amazingly! Thank you 💕
So glad I watched this video! Like you, I’m frugal, but was considering splurging on the Dyson. I didn’t even know there was a cheaper option for the same great results. Thanks for the thorough review!!
You're welcome!
8:09 "I can't rememember what this is called, but it's a 'Fly Away' attachment..."
That made my day... 🤣🤣🤣
This is sooooo helpful! I've wondered about which of these dryers would be better for curly hair. The whole allure of the Dyson for me was the fast dry time... it's sooo good to know that the Shark dried your hair faster! I really love the Shark diffuser as well. It just looks like someone with curly hair designed it.
I have the Dyson, which I bought before the Shark came out. I really like my Dyson. I have long, coarse, barely wavy, mostly white hair. The Dyson cut my drying time almost in half. My husband adapted my old Black Orchid diffuser to use with the Dyson and I switch back and forth between the two diffusers. My hair dries quicker with the Black Orchid, but gets a bit of wonkiness that I can usually fix with the Dyson diffuser. All that to say, I wish the Shark would have come out sooner because I would probably have bought it. At the same time, I don't regret the "big bucks" I spent on the Dyson; it's such a well made machine that I will probably never have to replace it.
Debra, would love to know how your hubby adapted the black orchid to work with the Dyson. I have both too!
My aunt has both and my mom has really curly hair. We tried both on my mom's hair and the shark was so much better. Her hair is long and thick and the Dyson bowl area couldn't hold her hair and it got extremely hot really fast. There was a 10 minute difference between her dry times and her hair looked so much better from the Shark. I really want to get one someday,it's an amazing dryer.
Wow, thanks for sharing!
So glad I came across your video. I watched several others after yours just to get an overall feel of what everyone also thinks. But yours was really the best done video. You were very detailed in explaining the differences and helping understand how to use them properly too. Thank you for being a in depth person and explaining things!
You actually truly got me interested in buying the shark and I’m looking at it for a future purchase for a new hair dryer!
I’m also working on getting a routine for my curly hair down and this product will definitely help with that! Thank you 🙏🏼
Thanks for the comparison! I've been in need of a new and better blow dryer. After watching I decided to go with the shark, mostly for the price and diffuser attachment. Right now they have a discount and you can get it for $179!
Thank you for comparing these two dryers. I was wanting to know but I wouldn’t spend the money on the Dyson just to try it out. I will be purchasing the Shark for myself. Thank you, also, for finding the best deal for us.
You're welcome!
What a fantastic review / comparison. I prefer deeper diffusers so the shark is for me. I can’t believe how quickly it dried your hair. I’m on my way to get one.
Yeah!!!! With Christmas coming, I was hoping to search videos to get info on both of these. So excited for your video!!!!
I just picked up the Shark at Sams for $179. It came with the diffuser and the concentrator nozzle. I haven’t even tried it yet, but am hopeful.🤞I like the design of the diffuser better on the Shark.
It’s the first dryer I have ever spent more than $30 on in my 53 years. ❤
I can see the diffuser on the shark being really good for looser curl patterns. I have had the dyson for years and I really like it. The dyson has a setting where you can blow dry your hair with no heat. Tap the heat button until there is no red light and it’s cool.
I have been waiting for this video!! You did such an amazing comparison 😍 do you think you will be able to compare the shark to one of your older dryers that would be super helpful - love from Florida!! ❤️
Thank you! Yes I definitely can. I would say the only advantage of the Shark over my Conair is the faster dry time with the Shark!
Ugh these reviews are killing me! Santa bought me a Dyson on eBay (I did my research first) after I debated it for a year. Then the shark comes out! I’m so upset! I may have to resell it next year and get the Shark in the spring when it restocks after the holidays. Thanks for the honest review.
Aww their will always be a new best thing, with anything. Enjoy your Dyson it is a beautiful machine.
This is exactly me!! Wanted the Dyson for years. Santa brought me the the beautiful navy/copper and now Shark comes out to kill it. UUUGGGHHH!
Have you bought the Shark ?
I want that shark one. Not only because i seem faster but because the price is a lot better. I can’t justify the price for the Dyson.
Same!!
Fantastic comparison review, Gena -so thorough and clear! I will definitely be linking your video to anyone who I know who could be considering either dryer. Thanks 😊
Thank you so much!!
You can actually use the cool setting on the Dyson continually. You just turn the heat all the way off with the heat settings button and it will blow continuously cool air instead of having to hold down the cool shot button. It’s the major selling point of the Dyson for me. Ulta has great sales for Dyson a couple times a year.
How did you turn the heat off..... mine always has one red light
@@hopiiii1 it shouldn’t. Just keep hitting it until the light turns off. It’s one more click after the third heat setting.
That’s what I love about it. I have so many bad things to say about this Shark. It’s the worst dryer I ever used, brought it back immediately. My hair looked TERRIBLE after using it and it was loud, hot, and took longer to dry. The Dyson dries it very fast.
@@smashleydevin I think older versions may not have this feature. I tried one over a year ago and it did not have a cool setting. I recently bought the Blue and Copper one to try bc I fell in love with it and it did have it.
@@StormyDay I have had mine since they were released, so that can’t be true. Back when they didn’t offer them in any color besides the pink and grey, which I loathe. Lol.
I created a comparison chart for you that lists the main differences in features and design on my blog: genamarie.co/2021/12/sharkhyper-air-vs-dyson-hair-dryer-compared-testing-dry-time-diffusers-results/
It would be interesting to compare the shark versus the dyson with a black orchid attachment
Girl you are going to make me buy the Shark lol I so love the way the diffuser looks on the Shark.
It’s the best!!
I bought my Dyson from someone on eBay at a fraction of the price and I’ve been using it for about 6 months. That Shark looks great though!!
Thankfully I got my Dyson on ebay from the Dyson outlet for way less than retail but I'm seriously jealous of that diffuser
I love the upfront not sponsored information ❤
I bought the shark and I love it... love the long cord too!
Best comparison ever!!!
I want to buy the skark one but it's still expensive for me😅 Working on it hahah
You definitely gave a lot of info. Thanks for the comprehensive review. It was very helpful. 👍🏼
I just purchased the Shark Hyper Air from Costco for $179 with all the attachments. It is on sale till July 24th. I think that it is only available online if you are interested. I can't wait to use this after seeing this review!!
Seems to me retracting the spikes on the shark would be helpful during hover diffusing to avoid disturbing the curls and creating frizz. I plan on getting one!
I bought my Dyson hair dryer on Amazon as a refurbished unit about 2 years ago and I have had no issues with it. I paid $200 for it. It came with the diffuser, and two different concentrator attachments, and also a metal magnetic stand to hold the attachments. The Shark hair dryer looks very nice, like the looks of that diffuser too.
I too got dyson at $200 used one. That's a great deal that you had. Shark I got a new one (believe it's refurbished) at $90 on ebay. It's pretty good.
Clearly the shark diffuser is better. Like you can instantly tell just by looking at it. I haven’t even bothered using the Dyson diffuser because it just looks so meh. But I’m gonna start now that I’ve discovered your channel!!
Costco has the Shark for $180 with 3 attachments I can't believe how fast it dried my hair however the brush attachment is very awkward to use with short hair
So glad I didn't cave for the Dyson. Shark is def on my wishlist. That diffuser head is next level!
Yess 🙌🏼🙌🏼
I have the Dyson and love it, I only hover diffuse so the diffuser works fine. My shrinkage is already ridiculous. I don't need help 😂 However I think I'll get the shark for my daughter that has long hair with a looser curl pattern. She also scrunches with the dryer.
Thank you for the review! The Dyson is truly overpriced. For curly hair, it is all about the diffuser. I'm a curly hair method beginner and wished I bought the Shark. I've had the Dyson for a few years and have used it more for drying my dog's fur than drying my hair. Lol. My hair is sooo frizzy that a well designed diffuser can make all the difference.
Totally agree!
Thank you! Super helpful. I was going to bite the bullet and buy the Dyson, but I am so glad I watched this first :)
Tell them we want that Shark in Europe 😁🦈 That diffuser is a dream.
Wonderful thorough review, thanks!
Just FYI- thr Dyson can stay on continuous cold. Just push the heat button until all lights are off 😊
Gorgeous hair! I decided to get the Dyson because , after watching several vodeos, I prefer the way the curls look with Dyson over the Shark.
I’ve owned a Dyson for about 5 years and it’s starting to crap out me. I could have it repaired, but I’m seriously tempted to get a Shark instead…because the Dyson diffuser is seriously the worst part. Aside from the shape, I actually dislike the magnetic attachment because I find it comes off too easily. Thanks for such a detailed comparison!
I am getting my Dyson I the blue and copper edition for Christmas and I cannot wait, I think the colour combi is awesome and Manes by Mell loves it. I have mid length, wavy, low to medium density hair and I think the diffuser is going to work well for me. I pixie diffuse and have a cheap dryer that looks like the Dyson and that diffuser is good for my hair. So still excited about my Dyson
Love this comparison ! I am actually thinking between the conair you own or the shark. Could you do a comparison between the two ? A cold setting is a must for my fine thin hair !
Which one did you get, the Conair or Shark ? You know what is the model of the conair ? I am struggling to find a light hair dryer for my curly hair that don't cost 500$ like the Dyson
I really like this hair dry, looks like it was designed for curly hair. Thank you for the great review! 😊
I’m located in EU and I couldn’t find any options for online purchase. Can anyone please suggest where I could order online?
I have the Dyson and I think it's overrated. That said, I attached the Black Orchid Hair diffuser on the Dyson concentrator by an hydraulic rubber ring and I love the result
Love shark hyperair. I bought after seeing your video. But only con is attachments. They dont have anything to elimibate flyaways
Please try out the SilkyAir Pro hair dryer, maybe another Dyson dupe 😮😮❤
Would consider the Shark if it came with a wide tooth attachment for my hair type. Thanks for the video!
So glad I didn't spring for the dyson. I have a good shark vac and love it, so I'm going to get the shark!
Sharks diffuser for the win ❤️. I just bought the Conair hair dryer for curly hair. I can't wait for it to be delivered. I found your channel looking at reviews for it ☺️.
It’s a great dryer too!
@@GenaMarie , I found your channel from that , and have been binge watching more 😊.
Very thorough review. I know that I am getting the Shark for Christmas. 😃
I actually really like the dyson for diffusing my hair. I start w medium settings and than as it’s drying I lower it to low. I bought mine when it first came out when I actually was straightening my hair every week. If I didn’t own it already I guess I would try the shark since it’s half the price amd even lighter weight
You might want to try using an Amaxy or Xtavia Black Orchid diffuser with your Dyson. Attach them via a Snozzle Pro adapter on the smoothing nozzle or styling concentrator or do the old hack curlies did before the Snozzle came out.
Hi Gena! Which diffuser would you prefer? The shark hyperair or the Conair diffuser? I love your videos they are so informative!!
Both! I would say the Shark is better however the Conair is a great more affordable alternative.
Thank you 😊
Great review! Very thorough for sure. By the looks of the shark, I would have thought it was much heavier. Would keep the Shark on my wish list.... some day :).
Yeah me too! I was not expecting the weight to be slightly less on the Shark. Probably just due to the big diffuser.
I’ve hoped for a more affordable option. Thanks for the info!
I already own a Dyson so fingers crossed 🤞🏽 they will improve their diffuser soon!😄✨
Yes!!
When did Dyson announced about the improvement of its diffuser? I was looking news about it!
Buy an Amaxy or Xtavia Black Orchid diffuser and attach to your Dyson with a Snozzle Pro adapter and you'll get similar results to the Shark and its diffuser.
Your hair looks gorgeous with both dryers. Your curls seems a little more defined and “shrunk” with the Dyson, though. I’m wondering if that is due to the smaller diffuser. Either way you look beautiful and the Shark is definitely the better deal!
Thank you! Yeah, I see what you mean! I tried to do the same methods but ultimately these are 2 separate wash days so perhaps I just did something slightly different with styling that could’ve made one have more shrinkage.
Thank you for mentioning that your hand blocked the air flow that one tiny detail made my decision
Thanks so much for doing this comparison!
Definitely sold me on the Shark hair dryer! I bought the Dyson supersonic two years ago during the Sephora annual sale, and I returned it. I didn't think it was worth 500$ (Canadian). I will definitely get the Shark one soon... It is very complicated for me to air dry my hair in the winter here in Canada! So a dryer would be so useful. I see the Shark dryer is on sale now on Amazon. Does anyone know if it is often on sale? I am not ready to purchase now! Thank you Gena!
I am from Canada too. Please let me know how you like the Shark one. I am looking for a hair dryer for winter but 500$ is way too much for me. But I need a light hair dryer...
Please do a comparison with the Shark diffuser vs Orchid.
Ah! I heard the dyson gets really hot even on low and was wondering about that with the Shark. Thank you for all of this info!
Yes it does! So glad it was helpful.
@@GenaMarie I ended up getting the shark dryer and I felt like it was SO hot even on low compared to my old hair dryer (which I also only used on low). It felt like it was burning my scalp! I did an experiment where I tested the temps for all temperature settings on my old Conair and the Shark. Sure enough, the lowest setting on the Shark was almost as high as the highest setting on my Conair (152F vs 158F, respectively). This worries me as far as possible damage (I know the company claims no damage, but don’t they all). I’m finding conflicting info on what hair dryer temp causes damage to fine hair. Do you happen to know if this is getting into dangerous territory? I’d imagine no one would recommend scrunch/pixie diffusing on a high setting on even my old dryer? Especially since the dryer is held in place for more than a few seconds. What are your thoughts on this? Editing to say I reeeesaaaaaaally want this shark dryer to work out because it does dry fast BUT not damaging my hair is my top priority!
I have been considering splurging on a new dryer and the diffuser shape is BY FAR the biggest concern for me which is why the Shark is so appealing. My next biggest concern is heat. I try to dry on cool as even low gets pretty warm on my scalp. What is the first/lowest heat setting (besides the cool shot)?
With the Shark the lowest heat setting is still hot air but it’s not burning feeling in my opinion. It’s not “warm” air though. You would have to mix in the cold shot button to get a cooler air when it’s on low.
The Conair dryer I used prior to own the Shark had more of just a warm air temp on the lowest setting
As someone who also had hair loss and/or hair growth issues, the temperature is okay?
@@mroth321Those are my issues and the temperature is not okay.
Thank you for doing this review! I struggled with the Dyson attachments falling off and with that brick in the cord. Does the Shark have a big brick in the cord like the Dyson does?
No the Shark cord is long and thick but doesn’t have that brick on it
@@GenaMarie Ah thanks! I think I just may order now!
The many reviews stating that their Dyson died after about a year scare me from spending that amount of $. I'm curious to see the Sharks longevity!
Do you have videos recommending products for low porosity? I watched your hard water treatment but then noticed you have medium porosity so not sure if they will work for me? I have very fine and dry hair. Thank you for any help!
Hi! I got this for Christmas and immediately used it! I tend to hover and then pixie diffuse but I found this dryer even on low setting to be extremely hot on my scalp. I was constantly holding down the cool shot button while pixie diffusing and my hair ended up looking like straw on the ends. There may be a learning curve because your hair looks fantastic! Is there a different way I should be diffusing with this dryer? Do you think the heat is going to damage my hair?
Thanks!
My lowest setting is too hot, called Dyson and they said I could send it to them for testing or return to store and exchange it. Ordered another will compare the 2, if I have to hold the cool shot the whole time, I will return it. I do feel it is excessive heat and it will damage hair...way to hot for scalp.
@@hopiiii1 let us know how the new one works!
You don't necessarily need to diffuse curly hair on low heat. Manes By Mell hover diffuses on high heat. I tried her method and my hair is in good condition. I have thick, coarse hair. It would take a long time to dry it on low heat.
Yeah makes total sense! I just don't like my results when I only hover because I like to get more shrinkage, curl definition, and volume so I need to scrunch diffuse some.
Hello Gena! (or anyone that knows) The Shark dryer is 1.65lbs with the diffuser attachment or without?
Weight is an important factor for me!
I’m not positive, but I would say that’s without the diffuser. The weight was listed on the specs for the dryer. The attachments would be separate
Excellent work explaining.
I’m seeing people say the shark runs super hot do you find this? I’m trying to decide between the two (I bought my mom the shark) she hasn’t used the diffuser I have fine hair and to much heat will fry it
Awesome video, thank you!
I'm curious how the shark would help my dry time. I just have an orchid dryer and diffuser and it still takes an hour to get it almost dry. If I could get it to 30 min that would be amazing
I had a Black Orchid diffuser and it took 45mins to dry my curly fine hair originally with a standard professional dryer (Parlux). Then I bought a second hand Dyson and did a hack to attach my Black Orchid (as Dyson diffuser is rubbish in comparison) and it took/takes only about 15 minutes to dry. There's an adapter now called the Snozzle Pro that you can use to attach just about any diffuser to any dryer that curlies now use to attach the Black Orchid or Amaxy diffuser to their Dysons via the smoothing attachment or styling concentrator.
Hello Gena Marie ....
The Shark Hair Dryer already looks like it's for curly hair for medium length~ wavy curls...
Enjoy your weekend ❄️
You are a great reviewer. Thank you.
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I wish someone did a review on a regular dryer vs the dyson and shark
Great video!!! So thorough!
Ive been wondering about diffusers... i prefer the shark diffuser bowl, but i also think my hair would snag into the airflow part which has happened to me before with another diffuser
The holes are very tiny so your curls won’t get snagged down in the bowl! They just sit within it ☺️
@@GenaMarie thanks for letting me know!
Shark vs. curlsmith? Which one is better?
Thanks for this. I like the Dyson, but I find the brick on the cord extremely annoying.
Also, if you hit the heat button on the Dyson until all the lights are out, you have a no heat setting.
Yeah the Shark dryer doesn’t have that on the cord. It’s slightly shorter but still long.
How do you get the red lights to turn off?
@@hopiiii1 should be on the 4th click. After all 3 lights are on, the next click should shut them all off.
@@ginat5963 Thanks for the reply... just tried it again... it goes to 3 lights and then back to 1 red. The 1 red light is always on.
@@ginat5963 ... Have tried 100 times to get the red light to click off. It goes to 3 red and then back to 1. Thanks for the reply.
I dont know why I cant find the shark hyperair in Australia only the speed style available 😢
Another question…it looks like you aren’t pixie diffusing at least with the shark dryer…is that the case? I imagine it would be hard to pixie diffuse with the controls on the back? If you aren’t pixie diffusing, did you feel like it didn’t make a difference or just wasn’t necessary with the low fan speed? I’d love to lose the need to pixie diffuse along with the faster dry time!
I don’t pixie diffuse mainly because my hair does fine with leaving the dryer on the whole time. I don’t get a lot of frizz with either dryer 😊
@@GenaMarieI have only pixie diffused because my curls are so delicate but that makes me brave enough to try! Thank you!
On the Dyson if you turn off all the heat dots you get cool air without having to hold the cool shot button.
Oh great to know!
I HATED HATED HATED the Shark. Manyyyyyyyy reasons why, I found it blew harder, hotter, louder than my hair dryers and did not have a constant cool setting, unlike my Dyson and my T3. Honestly, it took longer to dry, too, and I used the routine I always use. Sent it back immediately, it was a total failure in every way, in my opinion, I never hated a dryer before and my results were AWFUL! And my Orchid diffuser blows the Shark’s away, hands down. My hair dries really fast (except the back of my head) so a gentle, cooler dryer like my T3 is so much better, and I just love my Dyson in the summer.
Does it run very hot? Deciding between Dyson and shark but worried the shark runs hot
@@autumntralise870 yes it runs very warm, MUCH warmer than my T3 and warmer than the Dyson and I feel the Dyson is on the warmer side, but the Dyson has a constant cool setting so you could always use that. The Shark does not.
I need that shark dryer !!
I've used my Shark twice now and feel like even the low heat gets HOT. Like I have to move it around constantly becuase it is uncomfortably hot.
Interesting! Mine doesn’t get too hot on low and I’m very picky about that usually
@@GenaMarie I was afraid of that. Guess I'll have to contact support. When I first turn it on, it's fine, but two seconds later it is HOT.
I called Customer Service and they are shipping a new one, so I guess it's not SUPPOSED to be that hot, lol.
@@miraclebub I'm wondering if your new one was better... I bought one from Costco and the lowest heat setting burned my scalp, I called shark and they had me cut the cord then sent me a new one, different model but still got too hot (both hit 170 degrees on the lowest heat setting)
@@kimberlystolworthy9128 It's not AS bad but it's still pretty darn hot. Luckily I don't dry my hair all the way.
wouldn't the humidity on the day affect the dry times
Stunning
How about.. black orchid? :) what hairdryer will you or anyone recommend to pair with? :)
I’ve never tried it before so I’m not sure!
I’ve been enamored by the Dyson and wanted to buy it but not anymore!!
Two items I could have done without: Shark HyperAir and Behairful brush. Shark is pretty to look at but don't notice much difference in performance. Have tried all the attachments and still get frizzy hair. Behairful brush is waaaay too big for my wavy hair with long aggressive bristles. I found that Denman makes a similar brush with the combo bristles at half the price and it is much daintier which is better for my less than tight curls and lower density hair.
Is it worth it for a man with very curly short hair to go shorter than the ears?