Which is better for curly or coily hair?

The Nural. It includes a diffuser and scalp protect mode, which suits curl drying. The r lists curly and coily hair types but ships without a diffuser.

Is the Supersonic r worth the extra $140?

Only if weight and cord length matter most. The r is 325 g against 684 g and has a 2.7 m cord, but the Nural adds scalp protection, a diffuser and auto shut-off for less.

Which is better for travel?

Neither. Both are 120V only and not dual voltage, so neither works abroad without a converter.

Which has more heat and speed settings?

They match: four heat settings and three speed settings on both, each with a cool shot.

Does the Nural work with older Dyson attachments?

Yes. It supports older Supersonic attachments, so existing tools carry over. The r uses its own five included attachments.

Which is quieter or dries faster?

Dyson does not publish noise figures for either, and airflow is listed only for the Nural at 13.3 l/s. The r is marketed as Dyson's most powerful and lightest, but no comparable airflow figure is given.

Dyson Supersonic r vs Dyson Supersonic Nural Straight+Wavy

Buy the Supersonic Nural if you want the best value and scalp protection: $209.99 at ShopSimon as of November 5, 2026, versus $349.85 at eBay for the Supersonic r. The r is the lighter, more precise dryer for travel and detailed styling, but it costs about $140 more. Choose the Nural for everyday drying and sensitive scalps, the r for weight and control.

Today the Dyson Supersonic Nural Straight+Wavy costs $258.00 less at its best price.

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