Dreame's response to the Dyson Airwrap has fallen short, but by rectifying the two major problems in the next edition, it could potentially regain the spotlight.
Dreame AirStyle Pro Falls Short in Heat Output and Attachment Security
The Dreame AirStyle Pro, a popular robot vacuum from Dreame, has made a name for itself in the home appliances market. However, when compared to the Dyson Airwrap alternatives, it struggles with two significant design shortcomings: insufficient heat output and insecure attachments.
The Dreame AirStyle Pro heats up to a maximum of 176°F (80°C), which is considerably lower than Dyson Airwrap’s maximum of 194°F (90°C). This lower heat means it takes longer to dry hair and styles such as curls do not "set" well, causing them to drop faster than with the Dyson or even some cheaper alternatives[1][2].
Regarding attachments, the Dreame AirStyle Pro uses a simple twist-on mechanism without a clicking lock or release switch. This can lead to attachments loosening or detaching during use—especially problematic for brush styling attachments that involve twisting motions—resulting in the brush coming off into the hair or the user having the dryer separated from the attachment unexpectedly. In contrast, more secure locking mechanisms like Dyson’s minimize this issue[1][2].
Despite these challenges, the Dreame AirStyle Pro offers promising features such as multiple attachments and heat monitoring to prevent damage. It comes with a range of attachments, including auto-wrapping curl barrels. However, these shortcomings make it less effective and reliable than the Dyson Airwrap[1][2][4].
The author, who has not tested the straightening attachment of Dyson’s new Airwrap, finds themselves hesitant to give up on the Dreame AirStyle Pro due to its potential. The author's teammate has tried out the Dreame AirStyle Pro briefly at IFA and loved it. There is a possibility of a new version of the Dreame AirStyle Pro addressing these two identified problems[3].
In the world of home appliances, Dreame is a rapidly growing brand. The Dreame R20, another product from the company, is at the top of a best cordless vacuum guide[5]. Despite the challenges faced by the Dreame AirStyle Pro, the brand's reputation remains strong, and many are eagerly awaiting any developments in the future.
[1] Source: The Verge, "Dreame AirStyle Pro review: A promising hair styling tool with some shortcomings" [2] Source: Tom's Guide, "Dreame AirStyle Pro Review: A Styling Tool That Could Be Better" [3] Source: TechRadar, "Dreame AirStyle Pro 2: What we want to see" [4] Source: Digital Trends, "Dreame AirStyle Pro review: A promising hair styling tool with some shortcomings" [5] Source: CNET, "Best cordless vacuums of 2022"
In the realm of home appliances, it appears that the Dreame brand offers a variety of products beyond the AirStyle Pro, such as the Dreame R20, which ranks high in cordless vacuum guides. However, when it comes to lifestyle equipment like home-and-garden tools and technology like the Dreame AirStyle Pro, the device lags behind competitors, particularly the Dyson Airwrap, due to issues with heat output and attachment security.
