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As a hair tool reviewer, I'm often spoiled for choice. Do I want to blow-dry first and then style my tresses, or do I use an all-in-one tool? I usually opt for the latter. I'm always running out the door — on my way to a product launch or the office — so I need a tool that cuts my styling time in half while delivering a gorgeous, frizz-free finish.

Enter the Dreame Aero Straight Pro . An intelligent, AI-powered wet-to-dry hair straightener from the go-to ' Dyson dupe' brand, it's a tool worth considering even at full price. I've temporarily swapped my beloved Dyson Airstrait for the Aero Straight Pro, and the comparison between the two is surprisingly close.

From tech specs and smart features to app compatibility and overall results, there's a lot to like about the Aero Straight Pro.…