(checked 2026-10-10)The 8,869-rating pool is shared with the 1¼-inch version (B07KSQZ4MR).
Reviewed's best overall flat iron: the fastest heat-up it measured, fine temperature control and a ready chime, at about $70. Some Amazon owners report it dying within months.
Top complaints
- Some units fail early
Amazon's summary says some owners' irons are still going strong, while others broke within two months. Durability is its most negative topic (66 negative vs 50 positive mentions).
- Heating complaints from a minority
Heating speed is mostly praised, but 121 of 660 Amazon mentions are negative.
- Value questioned by some
56 of 375 Amazon value-for-money mentions are negative. Reviewed found no cons.
What owners love
- Fastest heat-up, fine control
Reviewed measured about 14 seconds to heat, with a quick reheat. It runs 205-455°F in 10° steps on a wheel with a digital screen, and chimes when ready.
Source: Reviewed - Smooth on curly hair
Reviewed says it smoothed curly hair with no tugging or grittiness. The rounded edges also curl. It comes with a glove and a 9-foot cord.
Source: Reviewed - Owners call it their best
Amazon owners call it the best flat iron they've owned, praising its performance (981 positive vs 77 negative mentions), smooth glide and professional-looking results.
- You want proven long-term reliability
- You want the lowest price
- Fast heat-up (about 14 s)
- Curly hair that needs smoothing without tugging
- Straightening plus curling
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What experts say
- Reviewed: Best overall (updated 2024-12-02): chimes when ready, durable, wide temperature range, and 'none that we could find' for cons.