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Using a Coanda-effect tech to deliver voluminous, bouncy blow-dries at home using only air, the T3 Aire 360 has unsurprisingly drawn comparisons with the Dyson Airwrap, as well as other budget Airwrap alternatives.
Priced at £249.99, the air styler comes in £230 cheaper than the £480 Dyson Airwrap i.d Hair Styler - but how does it compare?
The T3 Aire 360 is the brand's best-selling hair tool and the result of three years of research and development.
Designed with ceramic attachments and using high-performance heat, the air styler has been thoughtfully designed to help you create bouncy blowouts and long-lasting curls at home that last longer than heatless curler alternatives.
While admittedly an investment at £249.99, it could save you the time and expense of booking into a salon whenever you're in need of a blowout - I'll certainly be using it for all my upcoming weddings this year.
| T3 Aire 360 Multi Styler | T3 AIRE 360 Multi styler |
| ★★★★★ | |
| Number of speeds | 3 |
| Weight | Lightweight, easy to manouvre |
| Performance | CeraGloss™ ceramic barrels ensure glossy finish |
| Price | At £249.99 it is an investment |
The T3 Aire 360 was built by listening to what consumers didn't love. If you've struggled with attachments to hairstyles that drop quickly, then this is a gadget that puts these challenges to bed with a smart, user-friendly design.
With the promise of a bouncy, polished blow-dry worthy of the salon, but without the heat damage that can come from daily styling, I was excited to put it to the test. Considering the T3 Aire 360 comes in at £230 cheaper than the similarly designed Dyson Airwrap, I was seriously impressed with the results it delivered.
First thing to note was how lightweight it is. It still has a satisfying heft, so you have control over what you're doing, but I didn't find it made my arm ache after a styling session.
The oval brush head had flexible bristles that combed through my hair well. I was able to add shape to my long fringe, getting volume at the roots while smoothing my tresses and giving them bounce. It ended up being my most-used attachment thanks to how quickly I could create a salon-looking blowout.
The ceramic curling attachments were slightly harder to get a hang of, but saying that, after a couple of failed attempts, you do get the hang of it, and I was able to create coils that, when brushed out, created a gorgeous, bouncy result.
Rather than using heat to curl or wave hair, the T3 Aire 360 gathers hair to form curls using nothing but air. This was great news for my tresses, and I found it was a lot more gentle on my strands, therefore causing less damage and sleeker results.
How we test
The T3 Aire 360 hair dryer comes with four hair attachments, so I tried it out in multiple ways. I washed my hair like I usually would, brushed it out and used the tool's SoftAire drying concentrator head to dry my hair until it was about 80 per cent dry.
I used the Oval brush attachment to smooth, lift and shape for more effortless styling for those days I wanted a more relaxed blow-dry look that was sleek and polished.
The 1.35" Ceramic curling attachment is designed to give you that more Hollywood glamour blow dry with ceramic barrels that have been engineered to keep locks glossy and keep in place all-day hold.
While I was using the hair dryer, I made sure to look out for a variety of different factors. These include the drying speed, power, frizz, how the dryer felt in my hand and the ease of use.
The expertly engineered oval brush head has flexible bristles that combs through my hair well
T3 Air 360 review
Design and features
The T3 Aire 360 looks quite similar to other multi-attachment hair stylers. The oval brush attachment is large, but I actually found this gentler on my hair. This was largely thanks to the custom-designed SmoothGrip bristles, which gripped my hair well without feeling too harsh, resulting in less hair on the brush.
It also comes with two 1.5" CeraGloss ceramic attachments designed to smooth the cuticle, boost shine and create long-lasting curls or sleek styles. The airflow does most of the work for you, so once you've figured out which way to angle them for the curl direction you want, it's pretty faultless.
Hair drying speed and power
The Aire 360 base is super lightweight, but this bears no reflection on its power. It has the user in mind with a helpful swivel power cord measuring approximately 2.7 metres; so you can easily reach your mirror for easy styling plus buttons in all the right places including an on/off sliding switch,a speed button with three settings,and a temperature button with three heat settings.
I also appreciated the cool shot button to help lock in the curl; plus there's a sliding switch on the other side that frees the styling attachments with ease.
Value for money
With multi-attachments hair stylers ranging from £132 to £480, at £249 the T3 Aire 360 sits somewhere in the middle.
Designed with high-performance heat and innovative ceramic attachments that promise less damage to your hair,I think it's a decent investment for those who love bouncy blowouts and long-lasting curls without having to book into a salon.
My favourite accessory was the oval brush attachment. I often struggle to comb through my knotty hair at the same time as drying.
Yes, it's an investment cost-wise,but ultimately if you're spending £50 at the hairdresser's to get a similar result,I do think it's very good value for money.
I wouldn't necessarily recommend this for aficionados who already own similar cheaper tools,but if you're new to this kind of gadget that gathers hair to form curls using nothing but air,this is a great place to start and I don't think you will be disappointed.
How does it compare to similar products
The most obvious comparisons will be to the similarly looking £480 Dyson Airwrap. The Dyson boasts many more attachments, including a soft smoothing brush and a Dryer+Flyaway smoother, so you can do more styling, as expected for the price tag.
They both have three speeds and three settings and a similar length cord for ease of use; however, so for a saving of £230,I think the T3 comes up trumps. It might be a slightly simpler tool with fewer bells and whistles,but it's a great choice for everyday styling and curling.
How does it rate online
Reviews on the T3 website are very positive, with one person calling it the 'best hair wave tool I ever used'. They went on to write, 'It is working great, done my hair very fast and easy. My hair looks shiny and healthy after, didn't dry my hair at all. Highly recommended!'
However, one did mention the lack of attachments, writing: 'It only has the 4 attachments; I do not mind switching out the curlers for direction, it makes it definitely known what direction it's being curled and easier for my brain to process. I do wish it came with an actual hair straightening brush and/or a diffuser if I ever wanted to let my natural curls fly.'
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FAQs
Does T3 Aire 360 cause heat damage?
Using nothing but air to curl your hair, the T3 Airer 360 has been designed to style hair with zero heat damage. Using the SoftAire® drying concentrator, it delivers fast yet gentle drying that helps protect hair's natural moisture, leaving it looking healthy, not crispy.
Are T3 products safe to use on all hair?
Yes, according to the brand, T3 tools are designed with adjustable settings to accommodate various hair types and textures.