Finding the right hair straighteners can feel like searching for a soulmate—you want something reliable, gentle and, ideally, with a little bit of heat. With so many options on the market, fancy tech buzzwords and promises to tame the wildest of frizz, it’s hard to know which hair straighteners are “the one” for you!

But don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!

In this review we compare two of the best performing straightening irons on the market (the Evy Professional iQ-OneGlide 1.0″ and the GHD Platinum+) to help you make the right choice for your styling needs and get you the best investment for your hard earned cash.

Both the Evy Professional iQ-OneGlide 1.0″ and GHD Platinum+ are designed to offer salon-quality results while minimizing hair damage, but they each come with different features and technologies which make them unique. So let’s take a closer look at what they both have to offer…

Head To Head.

Key Features & Technology.

EVY Professional iQ-OneGlide 1.0″

• Volcanic Mineral-Infused Ceramic Plates: The ceramic plates are infused with 32 patented natural negative ion and far infrared generating volcanic minerals (sourced from Japan) for a superpower hydration boost and hair repair that locks in moisture, reduces frizz, and enhances shine.
• 24-Carat Gold-Coated Plates: The luxury gold coating provides deeper hydration and ultra-smooth gliding with minimized friction, reducing potential hair damage.
• Unique 3-Strip Floating Plate System: Designed to ensure more even tension/contact with the hair for faster results.
• Digital Temperature Control: Ranges from 130°C to 210°C, allowing customization for different hair types and styling needs.
• Quick Heat-Up and Recovery: Heats up quickly and maintains consistent heat throughout use.
• Safety Features: Automatic shut-down function after 60 minutes.
• Heat Proof Bag: For travelling and storage.

GHD Platinum+

• Ultra-Zone Predictive Technology: GHD’s most advanced technology monitors heat 250 times per second, guaranteeing even heat across the whole plate, allowing consistent beautiful results in one stroke. The predictive technology recognizes hair thickness and styling speed and adjusts accordingly.
• Single Optimal Temperature Setting: Fixed at 185°C, the straightener is designed to style hair effectively while minimizing heat exposure.
• Precision-Milled Floating Plates: The ceramic plates provide smooth, friction-free styling, reducing the chance of hair snagging or breakage.
• Quick Heat-Up Time: Heats up in just 20 seconds.
• Safety Features: Includes an automatic sleep mode after 30 minutes of inactivity and universal voltage for travel convenience.

Build Quality.

EVY Professional iQ-OneGlide 1.0″

• Durability and Construction: Ergonomic and lightweight design ensuring comfortability for longer periods of use. Constructed with high-quality plastic and metal elements that are both robust and durable. Smooth matte finish resists scratches and wear.
• Universal voltage: 100~240V 50/60 Hz. For performance wherever you are in the world.
• 3m professional cord.
• Weight: Approx. 300g

GHD Platinum+

• Durability and Construction: Designed with high-quality plastic and a metal base that is both robust and durable, with a finish that resists scratches and wear. Wishbone hinge assists ease of use for various styles.
• Universal voltage: 110~240V 50/60 Hz. For performance wherever you are in the world.
• 2.7m swivel cord.
• Weight: 400g

Pros & Cons.

EVY Professional iQ-OneGlide 1.0″

*RRP: $315 (AUD)

Pros:

• Volcanic mineral-infused ceramic plates lock in moisture, reduce frizz and enhance hair shine.
• 24-carat gold-coated plates provide deeper hydration and ensure a smooth glide; reducing friction and potential hair damage.
• Unique 3-Plate design ensures more even contact with hair for faster results.
• Adjustable temperature control provides flexibility for all hair types and reduces the risk of over-styling.
• Ergonomic and lightweight design ensures greater comfortability for longer periods of use.
• Lighter than the GHD Platinum+
• 60 minute shutdown safety feature.
• Comes with heat proof bag.

Cons:

• Potential for inexperienced users to utilize temperature settings too high for their hair type.
• Slower heat-up and shutdown times than the GHD Platinum+.

GHD Platinum+

*RRP: $415 (AUD)

Pros:

• Ultra-Zone predictive technology adapts for even heat distribution, recognizing hair thickness and styling speed.
• Consistent, optimal styling temperature (185°C) helps prevent potential hair damage.
• Rapid heat-up time (20 seconds) with 30 minute shutdown safety feature.
• Faster heat up and shutdown times than the EVY iQ-OneGlide.
• Sleek design with a wishbone hinge assists styling versatility.

Cons:

• Lack of adjustable temperature settings may limit its use for people with overly fine or thick hair that requires different temperatures.
• The plastic body, while durable, may not feel as premium as smoother finishes.
• Higher price point than the EVY iQ-OneGlide.

Final Verdict.

There is no doubt that the GHD Platinum+ is a high quality tool from a household name in the hair styling industry. However, when compared to the EVY Professional iQ-OneGlide, we believe the iQ-OneGlide stands out for its superior materials and versatile functionality, offering a more premium quality product at a significantly lower cost.

Despite the GHD Ultra-Zone predictive technology, the GHD Platinum+ lacks the overall versatility that the iQ-ONEGLIDE offers with its adjustable temperature control, making the iQ-OneGlide the better choice for a broader range of hair types and styling needs.

With its patented volcanic mineral infusion and gold-coated ceramic plates (which lock in moisture for deeper hydration) the iQ-OneGlide provides an extra level of hair care that many other hair straighteners lack (including the GHD Platinum+).

The unique 3-strip floating plate design, which ensures even contact to minimize friction and pulling, also sets the iQ-OneGlide apart from other straightening irons for its improved functionality and attention detail.

The iQ-OneGlide also comes with a heat proof bag for storage, which is the perfect accessory for anyone planning to travel with their straightening irons.

“The EVY Professional iQ-OneGlide 1.0” offers a perfect balance of functionality, hair-care,
safety, luxury and durability at a significantly lower cost than the GHD Platinum+.”

Head to Head Winner:
EVY Professional iQ-OneGlide 1.0″

The EVY Professional iQ-OneGlide is also available with 1.5″ plates (at the same price as the 1.0″!) for people with longer and thicker hair, which can benefit from wider sectioning for faster results.

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iQ-OneGlide 1.0″

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iQ-OneGlide 1.5″

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