№ 1
Glow 9.4
Round Brush
Best for pro round brush
Ceramic + boar bristle. Pro-grade. The brush hairdressers actually use.
Editorial Ranking · Hair · 2026
Best Blow-Dry Brushes in Australia (2026)
Round brushes and blow-dry tools tested for smoothing, volume, and durability. Including specific picks for fine, curly, and damaged hair.
6 products tested
April 2026 editorial visit
5-axis Glow Score
0 paid placements
Full ranking · 1 to 6
Glow's full ranking.
Most blow-dry brushes are mediocre. The picks below earn their place by being purpose-built for the job.
№ 2
Glow 9.5
Hot Air Brush
Best for premium hot air
Hair tool flagship. Multi-attachment system. The premium pick that earns its price.
№ 3
Glow 9.2
Volumising Brush
Best for budget hot brush
Budget hot-air brush. Real performance, surprisingly close to Dyson at a tenth of the price.
№ 4
Glow 9.0
Round Brush
Best for cult premium
Decades-old cult brand. Boar-bristle. Lasts forever.
№ 5
Glow 8.7
Detangling Round
Best for detangling pick
Strong on wet-hair detangling, gentle on damaged hair.
№ 6
Glow 9.0
Smooth & Shine Brush
Best for heated smoother
Heated smoothing brush. Different category but earns mention. Strong on frizz control.
Frequently asked
Common questions.
Round brush vs flat brush?
Round for volume; flat for smoothing. Most kits benefit from one of each.
Is the Dyson Airwrap worth it?
If you blow-dry weekly, yes — the time savings and reduced heat damage compound. If you blow-dry monthly, it's overkill.
How do I clean my blow-dry brush?
Remove hair after each use; deep-clean monthly with shampoo and lukewarm water. Air-dry bristles up.
How often should I replace my blow-dry brush?
Pro brushes (Olivia Garden, Mason Pearson): 5-10 years. Budget brushes: 2-3 years. Replace when bristles start to bend.
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