Best cordless hair tools to style, straighten or curl your hair

On opening the GHD cordless styler, we were first struck by its compact size. It almost miraculously fits into the tiny travel-sized pouch provided that could slip into any clutch bag with ease. It’s tiny. The device is also so light - weighing in at just 300g - but yet doesn’t sacrifice on power.

Press the button and the flat iron straighteners are ready to use just 45 seconds. They live up to the GHD product range, allowing you to create shiny straight looks or waves in an instant with up to 20 minutes of continuous styling power (after two hours of charge).

Down to the tech nitty-gritty: the stylers use a Hybrid Co-lithium technology with long-life lithium-ion batteries and the brand’s signature advanced dual-zone technology to ensure that the device will stand the test of time and perform as you need throughout. It has also been kitted out with high gloss plates for sleek styling results. Charge up through the USB-C cable once the indicator suggests that you’re running low on juice and that can be slipped into the travel pouch too, which is heat-resistant. It switches off after three minutes of inactivity so no panic is necessary.

There is just one temperature setting - 185^oC - and it comes in either black or white.

This is the first portable tool from Cloud Nine but packs a professional level of power into a compact device. It uses the same tech as the brand’s best-selling Original Iron Pro but gives you the opportunity to use it while you’re on the go. Ten years of research have resulted in this device that is powered through Nano technology, is super lightweight and charges up in just 45 minutes. The plates have been infused with minerals to lock in moisture and minimise hair damage. The latter also has defrizzing effects and works wonders to the lasting power of your look.

The device is made up of curved plates so whether you want an all-straight look or want to flex your prowess with curls, it’s easy and quick to do without snagging on your precious locks.

Cloud Nine’s cordless straightener comes alongside a faux leather roll bag and state-of-the-art charging pod. You’ll also receive a heat guard and boar bristle dressing brush as well as a travel bag.

With thrice the cordless love, Babyliss has launched not one but three high-performance styling tools using innovative heater technology and all of which have wireless capabilities. The devices are powered by the brand’s Micro Heating Matrix that keeps it at a consistent and even temperature throughout with quick heat-up times - just 15 seconds - and iconic conditioning to fight against frizz and lock in hair’s natural oils.

The Curling Tong will help you create the professional-level ringlets of your dreams in seconds with a 25mm barrel for those tighter curl looks. It offers 40 minutes of continuous use and even has varying temperature settings to protect your hair - 160^oC, 170^oC and 180^oC.

The Waving Wand is best for those effortless beach waves with a 28mm barrel and all the manoeuvrability to create the soft, loose styles that you wish without pesky wires getting in the way. Like the model above, it has 40 minutes of use and the same three temperature settings.

Last but certainly not least, the Cordless Straightener will fix those bad-hair days in an instant and help you get long, sleek and polished looks with 30 minutes of use and the same varying temperatures as the devices above. It weighs just 456g and has a battery-level indicator so you know when it’s time to rejuice.

Spearheading the tech revolution in the beauty and home appliance spheres, Dyson’s Corrale straightener already boasts a long list of accolades and a loyal fan base. They are crafted with a specialised flexing copper plate to give you greater control and allow you to achieve your desired locks with less heat contact, while also reducing flyaways and frizz.

You get 30 minutes of styling time with the device, which charges up in just 70 minutes using a recharging dock. The OLED display will reveal when you’re running low on battery but if you’re short on time, you can also use them while they’re plugged in - options people! There are three heat settings; 165^oC, 185^oC and 210^oC so it can be used on all hair types and the styler is constantly monitoring and regulating the temperature to ensure optimal results. For the jet-setter, there’s a handy Flight feature so you can take them on the plane.

For its cordless hair straightener, Revamp has adorned this device with ceramic and iconic plates that provide a snag-free styling experience, while also packing each strand with a combination of keratin, argan and coconut oil to enhance your sleek and shiny look.

You get up to 30 minutes of use with this styler which is achieved through long-lasting double lithium-ion technology so you can enjoy the cordless comfort for years to come. There are four temperature settings up to 230^oC and digital controls so you can switch between them. A heat-ready indicator shows when it’s ready to go, which generally takes around 15 seconds. The plates are 24mm and it weighs just 340g.

Using revolutionary technology, the Wylera Hair Dreamwave Ultra curler is a cordless curler that offers ‘salon-perfect’ curls at the press of a button. Designed for hair of any length or thickness, the way it works is your hair goes into an automatic curling chamber and comes out in a flawless curl. The ceramic-coated barrel also tames frizz, improves hair shine and minimises heat damage. What’s not to love?