Bio Ionic 10X Pro Styling Iron

Should you buy the Bio Ionic 10X Pro Styling Iron?

The Bio Ionic 10X Pro Styling Iron is for someone with thick, coarse or frizz-prone hair who is tired of going over the same section three times. At $262 it ranks #5 of 12 hair styling tools. The hook is sonic vibration that helps the plates glide, so fewer passes and less heat exposure. If you have fine hair and just want a dependable iron, the BaBylissPRO Nano Titanium costs less and ranks higher. If you want a premium iron with a fixed safe temperature, that is the ghd Platinum+.

Where it earns its score

• Fewer passes on thick hair. Plates vibrate at up to 10,000 times per minute, which is the whole point: less friction, faster styling.
• Longest warranty in the category. A 5-year limited warranty scores 88, tied for the top Warranty score in hair styling tools.
• Quick to temperature. It reaches 400 F in about 60 seconds and tops out at 450 F with digital adjustment.
• Sensible safety. A 1-hour automatic shut-off and universal voltage cover the basics you would expect at this price.

What to know first

• Value is the lowest factor. At 78, the score reflects a list price that swings widely by retailer, from around $119 to $262, so check the current price before you buy.
• One-inch plates are narrow for very thick hair. Owners with a lot of hair report it is slower than a wider iron despite the vibration.
• Plates can loosen over time. Some owners report the plates developing play after extended use, which is where that 5-year warranty earns its keep.

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