Shark FlexStyle
Exact average 84.4 · 5 printed, 4 estimated · printed scores only: 82
TechRadar's review has no printed score; we read it as 70/100. The other 8 average 86.
Image: Shark9 professional reviewers tested the Shark FlexStyle, and 8 recommend it. Most praised: results and attachments. Most common complaint: price.
Reviewed by WIRED, Tech Advisor, PCMag Middle East and 6 more
The catch: Runs hot and loud.
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What 9 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 90WIRED
A much cheaper Airwrap alternative that curls, dries and brushes well, with an excellent diffuser, though its curlers grab hair less well than Dyson's.
Read WIRED review - 90Tech Advisor
Calls it a great multi-styler in its own right and an Airwrap alternative that is easy for beginners.
Read Tech Advisor review - 80PCMag Middle East
A good Airwrap alternative that styles quickly and costs half as much.
Read PCMag Middle East review - 80T3
Highly recommended as a versatile styler that cuts heat damage and costs less than the Dyson.
Read T3 review - 70TechRadar
A versatile, well-built multi-styler whose curlers work like an Airwrap.
Read TechRadar review - 89est.Good Housekeeping
Lab testing and staff trials earned it a beauty award for versatility and fast drying at modest temperatures.
Read Good Housekeeping review - 89est.New York Post
The reviewer finds it a versatile, lighter and cheaper alternative to the Dyson Airwrap that styles and dries well.
Read New York Post review - 89est.Reviewed
A versatile dryer, brush and curler that the reviewer finds well worth its price as a cheaper alternative to the Dyson Airwrap.
Read Reviewed review - 83est.Expert Reviews
A classy, capable do-it-all styler that dries fast and costs less than the Airwrap.
Read Expert Reviews review
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Common questions
Is the Shark FlexStyle worth it?
Most critics think so: 8 of 9 recommend it. Runs hot and loud.
Do critics agree about the Shark FlexStyle?
One critic disagrees: scores range from 70 (TechRadar) to 90 (WIRED), a spread of 20 points across 9 reviews. TechRadar's review has no printed score; we read it as 70/100. The other 8 average 86.
What do critics dislike about the Shark FlexStyle?
Price (5 of 9 reviews), Noise (2 of 9 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Shark FlexStyle?
The Dyson Supersonic Nural (critic score 88), best overall.