8 Best Curling Wands of 2022

The extra-long 16-inch barrel on this one-inch wand makes it perfect for even super-long hair that has a tendency to wrap around itself on traditionally-sized curling wands and irons. Our Lab experts were wowed by the quick heat-up time and found the wand easy to maneuver and the controls intuitive to use (even without looking at them). The longer-than-average length of this wand takes some getting used to, so be particularly careful when using it at first.

• Barrel size: 1-inch
• Cord length: 8 feet
• Heat settings: 5 settings up to 430ºF
• Auto shut-off: No

With adjustable temperature that goes all the way down to 160ºF, this wand is ideal for fragile, fine or damaged hair. The wand has a retractable comb attached that grips hair and evenly lays it onto the barrel, which created curls that look “nice and soft right away.” One tester added, “I didn’t think I would care for the built-in retractable comb, but I find it very useful.” Moreover, this iron scored best for lasting curls and highly for releasing easily without pulling or snagging. Testers also loved that the digital display shows the temperature and type of hair it’s suitable for and also reflects any changes in temperature during styling.

• Barrel size: 1 ¼-inch
• Cord length: 8.5 feet
• Heat settings: Adjustable temperature 160ºF to 450ºF
• Auto shut-off: Customizable up to 2 hours