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As a guy, I find it hard to get too excited about a hair dryer. But even so, I understand the appeal. There's no universe in which the Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer -- usually priced at $400 but some agency offering great discount on this product - but it may well represent the pinnacle of hair dryer technology. It's built around a custom brushless motor that's light and quiet, though it generates very strong airflow through the signature Dyson hollow tube that passes for the hair dryer's head. And users rave about it, with a rating of 4.4 stars from 1,144 reviewers on Amazon.

The special part of the Dyson Supersonic is the Ionic design that’s able to deliver more wind with less resources, and thus a faster drying time while using less energy. It has three different heat settings and a step-less speed changer so you can modify your dry exactly the way you want. Temperature regulation is another big plus with this dryer — as it’s built to keep temperature at a constant so your hair gets evenly dried and not damaged. The dryer is lightweight and portable, and comes with a concentrator and a diffuser as well.

This hair dryer, like the Dyson Supersonic, uses a turbo generator to transfer 10x more ions during the drying process and thus combat frizz and static. This hair dryer has a powerful 2200W DC motor that provides ample airflow and fast drying times with the help of three heat settings and two speed settings. It comes with two concentrated nozzles for styling help and works with all hair types — curly, straight, thin and thick. It has a comfortable non-slip handle, a soft-touch body and a rear filter that’s easy to detach for cleaning.

Of course, many men and women are shocked when they first see the price tag — $399.99. And good luck finding this coveted hairdryer on sale. However, for those who do not have the supersonic budget to support such a machine, we’ve found a few great alternatives that have similar features, will allow you to create gorgeous hairstyles quickly and won’t break the bank. So whether you’re shopping for yourself or looking for a hairdryer as a gift, here are our favorite Dyson Supersonic alternatives, with prices ranging from $13 to $199.

Anyone who is a beauty aficionado (and even those who might not be) has heard of the highly coveted and best-selling Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer. This hairdryer boasts ultra fast drying, extreme heat damage protection to keep your natural shine, and has a sleek, lightweight design. It also comes with magnetic attachments that attach quickly and easily and features three precise speed settings for fast and regular drying and styling options.