Which is better for curling?

Both auto-wrap. The Airwrap i.d. adds app-saved wrap and cool-shot sequences for repeatable curls, while the Shark Glam relies on manual Coanda curlers. Pick the Dyson for consistency, the Shark for simplicity.

Which is better for straight hair?

The Shark Glam, because its Silki straightener attachment is built for one-pass smoothing. The Airwrap smooths with brush attachments and won't match a flat iron's pin-straight finish.

The Airwrap's ceramic and steel build and its much larger owner base give more evidence of long-term durability. The Shark Glam is plastic-bodied with limited long-term feedback so far.

Is the Airwrap worth stepping up to?

Yes if you want app-personalized routines, stronger drying and a longer track record. No if straightening matters most, since the Shark Glam has the dedicated straightener attachment.

Do both work on curly hair?

Yes. Both include a diffuser and are rated for all hair types. The Airwrap adds a curl-specific configuration for tighter curl patterns.

Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multistyler vs Shark Glam Hair Dryer & Multi-Styler

Buy the Dyson Airwrap i.d. if you want the most refined multi-styler with app-guided curling and a proven track record across tens of thousands of ratings. Buy the Shark Glam if you want a straightener attachment and auto-wrap curlers in one tool and don't need app automation. The Airwrap has the deeper review base and stronger drying power; the Shark adds a flat-iron style attachment the Dyson lacks.

Choose the Dyson Airwrap i.d. if you want app-personalized curling routines, six attachments and a large body of owner feedback behind the tool.
Choose the Shark Glam if you want a straightener attachment and auto-wrap curlers in a single lighter-priced multi-styler.

Prices

Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multistyler: $85.91 at yamanokamikagucenter.com (checked today)
Shark Glam Hair Dryer & Multi-Styler: $259.95 at eBay (checked today)
Difference: the Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multistyler is $174.04 cheaper than the Shark Glam Hair Dryer & Multi-Styler today

	Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multistyler	Shark Glam Hair Dryer & Multi-Styler
Attachments	Six attachments covering dry, curl, wave, smooth and flyaway control	Diffuser, Coanda auto-wrap curlers, Silki straightener and round brush
Straightening	Smoothing via brush attachments, no flat-iron plate	Dedicated Silki ceramic straightener attachment
App and automation	MyDyson app builds a hair profile and saves wrap, style and cool-shot settings	No app; manual settings only
Heat control	Three heat and three speed settings, 140°F–194°F, cool shot	Multiple ceramic heat settings with cool shot
Power	1,300 W	1,500 W
Weight	1.5 lb	1.63 lb
Build materials	Ceramic and steel	Plastic body with ceramic plates and heating element
Owner feedback	4.6 from about 37,000 ratings	4.6 from about 326 ratings

Spec	Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multistyler	Shark Glam Hair Dryer & Multi-Styler
Material	Ceramic and steel	Plastic
Ceramic	Yes	Yes
Power Consumption	1,300 watts	1,500 watts
Color	Prussian blue/Rich copper	Gold
Size	NO SIZE	One Size
With Diffuser	Yes	Yes
Weight	1.5 lbs	1.63 lb
Temperature range	140°F–194°F	—
Ionic	Yes	—
With Cool Shot	Yes	—
Settings	3 heat settings and a cool shot	—
Attachments	Six attachments for different results per confi…	—

Spec	Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multistyler	Shark Glam Hair Dryer & Multi-Styler
Special features	Negative ion airflow technology	—
Dual Voltage	Yes	—
Power/Heat Settings	3 heat, 3 speed	—
Hair dryer type	—	Ceramic Hair Dryers
Watts	—	1500 W
Brand	—	Shark
Accessories	—	Diffuser, Coanda Auto-Wrap Curlers, Silki strai…
Size descriptor	—	Slim
Maximum temperature	—	1 ºF
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Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multistyler vs Shark Glam Hair Dryer & Multi-Styler

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