Andis RC-2 Ionic 1875W Ceramic Hair Dryer with Folding Handle and Retractable Cord
by Andis
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Our Price: $19.99 Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours Category: Beauty See more product details |
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Customer Reviews of Andis RC-2 Ionic 1875W Ceramic Hair Dryer with Folding Handle and Retractable Cord
Customer Review: It does the job, but I wouldn't buy it again.
Summary: 3 Stars
I read all the reviews before purchasing this hairdryer and have to say they were all spot-on. I had been using a travel hairdryer and liked that it was compact, yet powerful enough to get the job done quickly.
On the pro side, I find the Andis RC-2 hairdryer is not as harsh as my old one was when drying my hair. My hair doesn't seem as dry/frayed looking. The air seems "softer", which also means that it takes a little longer to dry.
On the con side, the hairdryer is bulky and heavier than my old one. The retractable cord component works most times, but does need some help and has gotten stuck a couple of times (I've had the hairdryer a month now). The handle is square, which I thought wasn't a big deal when I read the other reviews, but it isn't as comfortable as my old one.
It'll do for now, but I wouldn't buy it again.
Customer Review: Good ... and not so good
Summary: 3 Stars
Pros:
1. This blow dryer is great for the price. Just don't expect a $100+ ionic dryer. You get a nice $18 dryer for $18 - simple.
2. Nice looking, sleek design, with retractable cord. This is not a compact dryer for travel - it should be considered more of a "mid-size".
Cons:
1. Retractable cord is quite short, which could be a problem if your outlet is not very close by.
2. Very loud! I saw others complain about this, and now I know what they mean. It's loud.
3. The retractable cord failed to retract after a couple of uses. This is disappointing considering it was a major factor in my purchase.
Bottom Line:
Does it dry hair quickly and make it smooth and silky?? No more than any other dryer. It's a nice, inexpensive, blow dryer, but I personally would not purchase it again.
Customer Review: Great travel dryer at a great price
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this dryer about a month ago exclusively for travel, but I like it so well that I've been using it for my regular one. I like that the retractable cord keeps my counter looking uncluttered, but it doesn't always retract as easily as it should. I sometimes have to coax the cord back in the handle, but to me, it's a tolerable hassle (especially for the price point). The dryer is very powerful. I have a ton of hair and the wattage really minimizes the time it takes me to get my hair dry. The ceramic element also minimizes the static I experience with most other hair dryers. Overall, it has a few flaws, but for $19.99 it's a heck of a dryer.
UPDATE: I have had this over a year now and it's still going strong after daily use. Love this thing!
Customer Review: Not as great as I thought it'd be
Summary: 2 Stars
After reading the other reviews for this product, I was sold on it. It sounded light and compact, and perfect as a Christmas gift for my mother. I knew immediately upon opening the package that I would not be able to give it to her. While it is not huge, it is not a small travel-sized blowdryer either.
So I kept it for myself because the size is comparable to other blowdryers I have used. The thing that annoys me the most is the handle which is square and not super comfortable. The Off/Low/Medium/High switch is fickle too. It has to be directly on one of the settings or the blowdryer won't work. It's not a big problem, but it is an annoyance. Although the blowdryer dries my hair just fine, I wouldn't buy it again.
Customer Review: Not Quite What I Wanted But A Good Dryer
Summary: 4 Stars
I guess I wasn't reading the description quite right when I ordered this dryer, I was hoping it had 2 levels of power plus 3 temps. But at low temp the dryer blows less air, and at high temp it blasts my hair making it hard to style. So I just use the medium setting - medium heat/medium air flow. I do really like the folding feature and retractable cord. They make it so much easier to store in a bathroom vanity drawer. It is not lightweight so don't buy it if you are looking for a lightweight travel dryer. It's more of a space-saver in the bathroom rather than the suitcase! I do like the Andis brand, not sure if I would buy this particular one again because of the temp/air flow issue, but it is definitely well made and worth the money.