I just tested this $67 soundbar, and I'm blown away for the price
Well… it depends on what you're after. Are you looking for a super affordable upgrade from TV speakers? Then it could be the one for you. Conversely, if you're looking for a buildable home theater setup, then it's probably not adept enough to impress you.
If you configure the EQs correctly (Movie mode and 3D on), then the Naga can hold its own. However, for just $67, I'm inclined to say that this is the top bang-for-buck soundbar out there — admittedly, there's not that much bang, but there's so little buck that I can forgive it. Find out the full info in this Majority Naga 60 soundbar review.
Price
$67 / £69
Connectivity
HDMI ARC (not eARC), Optical, Bluetooth, USB
Weight
3.7 pounds
Dimensions
24 x 4.6 x 3 inches
Colors
Black
Subwoofer
Built-in, but poor. Sub output for wired third-party
Dolby Atmos
No
Channel
2.1
The Majority Naga 60 is incredibly affordable. The 2.1 channel soundbar is just $67 from Amazon U.S. and £69 from Amazon U.K. It is, by far, the cheapest soundbar I've ever reviewed. The other budget options I've tested are the Majority Elias ($99, 3-stars) and the Sony HT-S100F ($99, 4-stars).
While I would wholeheartedly recommend the Sony HT-S100F (which you'll be hearing a lot about in this review) over the Naga 60, for that extra $32 saving, the Naga 60 could be a good option for those on a very tight budget.
I'm just going to discuss the Naga's connectivity issues right off the bat. Even though it has an ARC HDMI output, it won't work without fiddling with your TV's settings. Once the soundbar is connected, you'll need to go into the advanced settings and change the S/PDIF settings to PCM. PCM is usually reserved for optical connectivity, so I was utterly baffled by this.
However, once this was sorted, I was able to watch TV as usual with the Naga soundbar. While this might seem a bit daunting for newbies, if you follow Majority's steps carefully, it should be easy to correct.
Connectivity issues aside, the soundbar looks like any other soundbar. It's a little bulky at 3 inches tall and 4.5 inches deep, which is considerably bigger than the Sony HT-S100F's 2.5 and 3.5 inches respectively, but this could be a worthy sacrifice for the $32 saving.
There's a range of buttons on top, but these are all remote controlled too. The remote feels decently made, with slightly tactile buttons. These buttons control EQs (flat, movie, music, dialogue, 3D), bass and treble levels, and Bluetooth connectivity.
Disappointingly, though, I didn't find the tone controls all that effective. This is either due to such a weak built-in subwoofer that increasing the bass volume to max does nothing, or that the button controls don't actually do anything. The minimum volume (01) and max volume (04) sounded virtually identical to me.
Volume 4 resulted in some unpleasant vibration interference, but didn't actually improve the movie's sound, so I turned it back down to stop this vibrating.
Considering this is a $67 soundbar, I didn't expect a massive range of features, and that's exactly what I got. There's a built-in subwoofer, Bluetooth connectivity for music or linking to your phone/laptop, and a range of playback EQs I mentioned above.
I got the best sound out of the 'Movie' mode with '3D' mode turned on. It appears you can turn on 3D mode and one of the listening modes simultaneously. I found 'Flat' to be very tinny, so I would never choose that EQ. Similarly, 'Dialogue' and 'Music' did little to improve the sound itself — only 'Movie' mode sounded good.
I'll discuss the quality of the sound and Bluetooth connectivity for music in detail in the 'Sound quality' section below.
I always test soundbars with 'Top Gun: Maverick' on 4K UHD Blu-Ray, a range of TV shows on Netflix, and music via Spotify and Qobuz.
As with all soundbars I test, I watched 'Top Gun: Maverick'. The opening scene is fantastic for putting soundbars through their paces: it has thumping bass in both the diegetic jet engines and the soundtrack, plus high-frequency sound effects of whipping ropes, clinking metal, and radio sounds.
While a lot of this nuance was lost, I could still hear sounds like the roaring engines and the whooshing wind. True, I couldn't make out the clinking metal sounds and flicking rope effects, but for a $67 soundbar, can I really complain?
Throughout the movie, the OST's brass motif was a little tinny and flat, and I wanted some extra oomph from the action scenes — especially when Maverick was flying. However, this soundbar is a little better than my Panasonic TV speakers, and is just $67.
There were some moments where the Naga 60 couldn't handle the sound: for example, when Maverick's jet is taking off at the start of the movie. This sound was condensed and clipped, almost muted. When I increased to volume 20+, the jet sound didn't really get louder, while dialogue and the soundtrack did.
To test sound quality on TV, I watched a variety of shows on Netflix. Considering the Naga 60 is just $67, I think it's a worthwhile assumption that most customers will be using it for TV rather than surround-sound Dolby Atmos setups. Especially as the Naga 60 isn't actually compatible with Atmos.
There were a few standout moments during testing: for example, when I was watching 'Stranger Things', the characters speaking over walkie-talkies was really immersive. The radio dialogue sounded as if it was coming from around me.
When the characters were hiding in a school bus, the footsteps on the metal body echoed throughout the scene. While the soundtrack was pinchy in the treble and a little crackly at the top of the frequency range, this didn't detract massively from the general experience.
The soundbar really struggles with high-pitched feminine voices, especially Winona Ryder's — which is a massive shame seeing as she's the main character in 'Stranger Things'. This impacted my ability to watch the show for long periods.
The Naga 60 also really struggled with the 'Stranger Things' intro, which is very bassy, and just churned out an unpleasant vibrating and grating sound.
Overall, the soundbar performed well, all things considered. It's a major step up from TV speakers, but it won't impress when playing Dolby Atmos-enabled movies or home cinema enthusiasts. For that, I'd recommend the Sony HT-S100F.
To test music playback, I connected to my Naga 60 via Bluetooth on Qobuz, our best music streaming service for audiophiles.
First, I listened to 'Certified' by Miso Extra, which is an upbeat pop track with synth motifs and a groovy bass beat. I couldn't really hear the bass synths, but the treble melody was audible. The vocals were soft yet a little flat, but overall the song sounded alright — just nowhere near as good as one of the best Bluetooth speakers.
'Memoirs of Miso' by The Orielles is a psychedelic indie track with rolling guitar melodies and airy vocals. This track sounded quite muffled in the bridge and chorus, as if the soundbar couldn't separate all the instruments layered across the track. However, the sound was still palatable.
Another track worth noting was 'There's No Future In Optimism' by Garbage, which has a dense soundscape with electronic bass, guitars, and heady percussion. There was a little crackling at the peak of the bass, and the vocals were a little overpowered by the rest of the sound, but, again, I can't really expect more from a $67 soundbar.
Overall, the soundbar did alright with music, but I'd just recommend getting a speaker (like the JBL Flip 7, $149 on Amazon).
The Naga 60 soundbar is a great way to upgrade from TV speakers for as little money as possible. However, $67 is still a decent amount of money for a first soundbar, and, given the setup headache, I'm not sure how easy this is to use for complete beginners.
If you can spare another $32, I'd recommend the Sony HT-S100F soundbar. It's just $99 and has fantastic, room-filling sound quality. On top of that, it never struggled with dialogue or bass like the Naga 60 did. However, it's worth noting that it doesn't have a subwoofer output (unlike the Naga, which can be connected to a wired sub), so it is not great for building a home theater.
With all that being said, if you want a super cheap soundbar that sounds better than TV speakers (but not as good as a pricier soundbar), then the Majority Naga 60 is a good option — it just won't blow you away.
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
Tom's Guide
a day ago
- Tom's Guide
Early Prime Day TV deals — save big on OLEDs, QLEDs, and Mini-LEDs starting at $398
Prime Day week might not be upon us just yet, but there's loads of savings to scoop up on a variety of our favorite TVs. This includes deals on some OLEDs and 2025 sets with spectacular performance metrics. You don't typically see TV deals this cheap over the summer. However, major highlights include the 55-inch Hisense U8QG Mini-LED TV for $897 and the 65-inch LG C5 OLED TV for $1,696. Thus, you'll find deals across QLEDs, OLEDs, and the like. With my extensive knowledge of TVs and years of deals research, I've scoured Amazon for all the best early Prime Day TV deals, so you can get the upgrade you've been longing for. Who needs fireworks when you've got a brand new 77-inch Mini-LED display? Check out all the TV deals below. The Roku Select might not have an OLED screen or big features going for it, but it does come in well under $500 and plays host to a surprising range of picture performance capabilities. It's built on a 60Hz panel and comes in a range of different sizes to suit your needs. Roku is also home to a slew of free channels, and voice assistant support, from Amazon's Alexa to Roku Voice, are stellar additions for those who want to ditch the remote. The Hisense U7N is a mid-range Mini-LED TV that specializes in bright, colorful HDR performance and gaming features. Its Mini-LED backlighting is especially nice to have at this price point, along with its support for 4K gaming at 120Hz or 144Hz. The TCL QM6K is the perfect deal for a display upgrade. It offers a VRR feature that can push the TV refresh rate to 288Hz and leverages Dolby Vision IQ for sophisticated HDR support. It's a great TV for gamers and comes in a wide range of sizes at incredible prices. We gave it an excellent 4-star rating in our TCL QM6K Mini-LED TV review. Panasonic TVs are making a comeback in the U.S. Built around Panasonic's HCX Pro AI Processor MKII, its new OLED TV offers support for HDR10/HDR10+/Dolby Vision/HLG and Dolby Atmos audio. On the gaming front, you get a 120Hz panel with VRR, AMD FreeSync Premium, and NVIDIA G-Sync support. It comes in 55- and 65-inch size options. The S90D is one of Samsung's 2024 OLED TVs. The OLED TV features Samsung's new NQ4 AI Gen2 processor, HDR10+/HLG support, 120Hz refresh rate, four HDMI 2.1 ports, and built-in Alexa. It also offers 4K AI Upscaling to ensure all programs are crisp and sharp. On the audio front, you get Dolby Atmos and Object Tracking Sound Lite for 3D surround sound. The LG C5 OLED is the TV I'd buy this week. It's the 2025 model, so it's brand-new, and delivers an incredible performance for the price. Offering a slew of features, like a range of HDR certifications and gaming specs for the PS5 Pro crowd, the C5 proves a major improvement over its predecessor. We called it "nearly flawless" and gave it a 5-star rating in our LG C5 OLED TV review. Launched in 2025, the Sony Bravia 8 II takes up after the Sony A95L OLED TV, one of the most beloved OLED TVs from three years passed. The Bravia 8 II takes up several upgrades, like increased contrasts and improved motion handling. It's also set to have some of the widest color coverage in OLEDs of the year, which is a stellar get for an already incredible display. 65" for $2,998
Tom's Guide
2 days ago
- Tom's Guide
This budget-friendly soundbar with Dolby Atmos blew me away — I felt like I was at the movies
If one of your primary concerns is cost, then the Sharp 3.1.2 HT-SBW53121 soundbar could be one of the best soundbars for you. At just £329, the soundbar and subwoofer combo provides an immersive Dolby Atmos (and DTS Virtual:X) experience. I could feel the famous James Bond Italian car chase scene in my soul, and physically flinched every time a gun was fired. With a 3.1.2 setup and compatibility with 2.0.2 rear speakers, this soundbar is one of the most affordable ways to elevate any home theatre experience. Sharp also makes a £449 5.1.2 soundbar, which is just as impressive. If you want to upgrade your home setup for the least amount of money possible (who doesn't?) then I can't recommend the Sharp 3.1.2 setup enough. Find out the full story, including its flaws, in this Sharp 3.1.2 HT-SBW53121 review. If you're in the U.S. and want a similar performance, I'd check out the Polk Signa S4 soundbar, which is a 3.1.2 channel setup for $399. Price £329 (+ optional £179 rear surround speakers) Connectivity HDMI (with 4K pass-through), eARC, Optical, Bluetooth 5.3, 3.5mm aux Weight 4.5kg Dimensions 100 x 7.6 x 12.5 cm Colors Black, white Subwoofer Yes Dolby Atmos Yes Channel 3.1.2 The Sharp 3.1.2 HT-SBW53121 soundbar is pretty affordable, all things considered: it's £329 from Amazon U.K. Yep — it's only available in the U.K., so if you're a U.S. reader, I'd recommend the Polk Signa S4 ($399) instead. It has a 3.1.2 setup too, and it's a genuinely fantastic soundbar. As I said, £329 for a soundbar + subwoofer combo is a great deal. Usually, soundbars of this channel setup start from around £400. Heck, the Samsung Ultra Slim soundbar is £549 for a 3.1.2 setup. The Sharp price/performance sacrifice is almost certainly in the subwoofer: I do wish it was more powerful. However, it could be a worthy tradeoff. Sharp also makes a 5.1.2 channel soundbar and subwoofer for £449, which is also an incredibly reasonable price for a soundbar of this quality. If you want a more immersive experience, I'd recommend that model. Just like its older sibling, the Sharp 5.1.2 soundbar, the Sharp 3.1.2 Soundbar looks like just about every other soundbar. It's quite long, at 40 inches, but relatively low-profile. I was able to fit it on my testing TV's stand easily. Instead of having a plastic or metallic mesh covering, the Sharp 3.1.2 Soundbar is lined with fabric, which gives it a more premium appearance. It's definitely worth taking ease of cleaning into consideration, though: dust could look more prevalent on a fabric soundbar. The top of the mesh houses six buttons that control volume, Bluetooth, and power. I found myself solely using the remote, though. It's quite weighty and well-made when compared to rivals like Bose and Majority's flimsy feeling remotes. At the back of the soundbar, you'll find the ports: there's one eARC HDMI, 2 x HDMI, an Optical, USB, 3.5mm aux, and power input. I tested via eARC, as this provides the best quality. The subwoofer is wirelessly connected, so it only has a power input at its rear. Controlling the subwoofer is easy via the remote, which has subwoofer controls and a bass volume increase. If you want to spend another £179, the 3.1.2 Soundbar is also compatible with Sharp's 2.0.2 rear speakers. I don't think these speakers are essential, but they are nice to have. I found it very easy to connect via the 'Pair' button on the reverse of each speaker. You can also independently increase the volume via the remote control. Considering the £329 price, it's not surprising that the 3.1.2 Soundbar doesn't have a huge range of features. It does, however, have a range of listening EQs. These are: Movie, music, game, night, voice, sport, and independent treble and bass controls. I found myself using 'Movie', which increased the bass. I'd recommend cycling through these features and figuring out which one sounds the best, as there's no one-size-fits-all approach here. The Sharp 3.1.2 soundbar also has Bluetooth connectivity for instant music playback. Accessing the connection is super easy: just press Bluetooth on the soundbar (or change the source input on the remote) and the soundbar will pop up instantly in your phone settings. Again, if you're after a huge range of smart home or AI features, it's worth checking out a pricier soundbar like the Bose Smart Soundbar ($499) or the Samsung Ultra Slim soundbar I mentioned earlier. I don't mind having a simple soundbar, though. If you just want a soundbar that'll make movies sound even more epic, and don't necessarily care about being able to link it to your smart home, then the Sharp 3.1.2 is more than enough. I test every soundbar with 'Top Gun: Maverick' on 4K UHD Blu-Ray, TV shows on Netflix, and music on Spotify and Qobuz. To test the Sharp 3.1.2 Soundbar, I watched 'Top Gun: Maverick', as always. The opening scene has the perfect amount of bass, high-frequency sound effects, and challenging treble, which makes it perfect for testing soundbars. I'm looking for intense bass in the jet engines, clear treble in the 'Danger Zone' track, and clear high-frequency diegetic sounds like ropes whooshing, metal clinking, and radio dialogue. I upped the bass to the max, but I was still a little disappointed by the subwoofer's performance, just as I was with the Sharp 5.1.2 Soundbar. It's to be expected, as the 3.1.2 uses the same physical subwoofer as the 5.1.2. Despite this semi-disappointing subwoofer performance, I was still impressed by the dialogue clarity. The soundbar itself definitely excels with treble; percussion in the soundtrack was rich and piercing without being pinching or tinny. On top of the soundtrack excellence, I never struggled to hear anyone, even over radioed dialogue. I switched it up for the next movie and watched 'Wicked'. I wanted to evaluate the musical performance and figure out if 'Movie' or 'Music' EQ would suit. In both EQ modes, I found the dialogue crystal-clear. The dialogue performance equals that of the Sharp 5.1.2 Soundbar, but, again, the bass was a little disappointing. However, I was still able to enjoy the movie. I wasn't blown away by the Dolby Atmos performance, but 'Wicked' isn't as well-known for Dolby Atmos as, say, 'No Time To Die', which I watched next to test the Sharp 3.1.2 Soundbar's 360° audio performance. In the iconic Matera chase scene, not only was the dialogue clear and audible, but the mixture of the engines, soundtrack, and environmental sounds made for an incredibly immersive listen. I could feel Bond shouting and the squeal of the tyres on the road in my soul. When Bond and Madeline are being shot at, the bullets seem to ricochet off the inside of my brain. I was much more impressed with the Dolby Atmos performance in 'No Time To Die' than 'Wicked'. Actually, 'No Time To Die' was probably the most impressive movie I watched with this soundbar. I would recommend getting this movie just to be amazed by the soundbar's performance. On the whole, I was impressed by the movie performance. I felt immersed in the scenes and I honestly could've been at the movie theatre. I just wish the bass had a touch more power. To replicate real-world usage, I watched TV on the basic tier of Netflix. Not everyone has premium streaming services or UHD 4K Blu-rays, so it's only fair to test with standard resolution audio as well as the premium options. I watched 'Stranger Things' on Netflix, which has a great combination of a synthy, bassy soundtrack, dialogue, and action scenes. Overall, I was really impressed with the performance. Obviously, the lack of bass oomph meant that some action scenes weren't as overpowering as I'd want them to be. Even so, the high-frequency sound effects were clear, which added to the atmosphere. The underground scenes were particularly great: I could really feel the characters' stress due to the immersive soundscape and the buzzing of the fluorescent lights in the scene. This is 100% a worthy upgrade for TV. To test music performance, I listened to a variety of genres using Qobuz, our best music streaming service for audiophiles. 'Money' by Pink Floyd was a little tinny at the top of the percussion section. The bass was a little quiet too, but soundbars are never excellent at music performance. 'Money for Nothing' by Dire Straits was atmospheric at the start and affecting throughout, but, again, disappointing bass. I still had a great time listening to these tracks, but it wouldn't be my first choice of home speaker. 'Bad guy' by Billie Eilish is a very bassy song, so I wanted to see how the Sharp 3.1.2 would deal with its sonic makeup. Surprisingly, it was the best sounding song I listened to on the soundbar. This is likely because there wasn't much sonic differentiation: as the song is almost entirely bass, the subwoofer had to put in extra hours and couldn't sneak away without clocking out. In general, the music performance was a little lacklustre, but soundbars are never amazing in this regard. If you want a home sound system setup, I'd definitely recommend getting some dedicated speakers for music like the Fluance Ri71. For the low, low price of £329, the Sharp 3.1.2 Soundbar is really competitive. The sound excels with dialogue and high-frequency sound effects. With the optional 2.0.2 rear speaker upgrade, the Dolby Atmos performance is truly excellent. However, if you haven't got Premium Netflix or the like, then this 360° audio will be lost. Even so, when I was watching basic tier Netflix, I was still really impressed by the Sharp HT-SBW53121's performance. This is a very versatile setup. It's much better value than the competition, including Bose, Sonos (the $449 Beam 2 is 5.0, so no sub), and Samsung. As a result, I'd recommend the Sharp 3.1.2 Soundbar wholeheartedly for those trying to upgrade their home cinema setup on a budget. As I said earlier, if you're in the U.S. and want a similar performance, I'd check out the Polk Signa S4 soundbar, which is a 3.1.2 channel setup for $399.
Tom's Guide
2 days ago
- Tom's Guide
Forget the Dyson Airwrap — this budget hair styler is a fraction of the price and blew me away
I have been straightening my hair every single day for as long as I can remember, and I have to make every effort to minimize heat damage. Unless I use straighteners on my hair, I turn into a sort of frizz-ball, so I was intrigued to see whether the Dreame Pocket Neo could tame my mane. The Pocket Neo is an incredibly affordable air styling tool option when compared to the likes of Dyson and Shark, and there's no skimping on performance for the price. The dryer is lightweight and compact, yet dries hair super fast. It doesn't take much to understand how to use the curler attachments if you watch a quick tutorial on YouTube or TikTok, but using the dryer without any attachment is slightly tricky as the high power is likely to tangle hair. You can find out more about how I got on in my full Dreame Pocket Neo review. Price $159/£119 Airflow 110,000 RPM / 70m/s / 300 million ions Cord length 1.5m Accessories Curling nozzle, Unfrizz nozzle Dimensions 1.97 x 5.71 x 7.91 inches Weight 0.66lbs (excluding power cord) The Dreame Pocket Neo is available at Amazon U.S. for $159 for the dryer, curling wand, and anti-frizz attachment. In the U.K. the styler is available from the Dreame online store for £119 which includes two curling wants and an anti-frizz attachment. It is available in gold (tested) or gray, with attachments to match the colorway. Unlike its higher-end counterparts such as the Dyson Airwrap i.d. ($599), the Dreame Pocket Neo won't be breaking the bank. In fact, it is an even more affordable version of the Dreame AirStyle Pro ($399), but with fewer attachments. The design of the Dreame Pocket Neo is one of convenience and comfort. It measures just 1.97 x 5.71 x 7.91 inches and the body weighs just 0.66 pounds. Dreame also makes the AirStyle Pro, which looks more like a conventional air styler, but I prefer the pocket as it's a more portable solution, especially since I travel a lot. The premise of the airstyler is similar to that of the Shark FlexStyle ($279), but is, again, a fraction of the price and with fewer attachments. Included with the Dreame Pocket Neo I tested comes with two curling attachments that direct airflow in opposite directions, and an anti-frizz attachment which directs airflow downwards to smooth flyaways. This Dreame Pocket Neo is a storage dream. The dryer and all of its attachments fit in a small fabric bag, but it's a tight fit so takes some rejigging. That being said, once you do manage to fit it in the bag, it's so convenient. I've been able to take it away on trips with ease and it takes up barely any space in my baggage. The hairdryer folds in three different ways. The '7 shape', which looks the most like a regular hair dryer; the '1 shape', which is best for using the curling attachment; and the 'N shape' for foldaway storage. Included with the hair dryer you get tools for curling and anti-frizz. The version of the dryer I tested has interchangeable curling wands for each direction, but in the version listed on Amazon U.S., you only need one wand for both directions of curling. The curling wands may take a second to get to grips with, but watching a few YouTube videos is the best way to learn the best techniques. The unfrizz nozzle was also simple to use once I got the hang of it. It is unlike any other tool I have used before. It directs the air towards the floor, basically flattening the hair. This works in the same way as the Dyson flyaway attachment and gave me the same results. The Dreame Pocket Neo is extremely easy to use and very lightweight. My hair is thick and it can be tiring having to hold the hairdryer up for so long, but I didn't have this issue with the Pocket Neo as it was so fast. The power cord for the dryer is pretty short, though, at just 1.5 meters, but this is an issue that is also present in the design of the Dyson Airwarp i.d.. Upon first glance at the Dreame Pocket Neo, I thought that there was no way something with this kind of design could be powerful enough to tame my unruly hair, but I was proven wrong very fast. It's small but has one heck of a blast behind it. When used as a standard hairdryer the Dreame Pocket Neo will blow you away. I literally took a step back the first time I turned it on because: wow. The downside is that the high power makes a lot of noise, with an average reading of 90.2dB on the DecibelX app. Even when using the dryer on its lowest setting, it was so powerful that it tangled my hair. I thought this could've been an issue with the texture of my hair so tested it out on my friend with straight hair, but the same issue occurred. That being said, this is the fastest my hair has ever dried. The cited drying time is 40 seconds for short hair, two minutes for medium length hair and three to four minutes for long hair. It took me about 5 minutes to fully dry my hair. Since my hair is so thick, though, I think I fall into my own category, so I won't hold the additional minute against the Pocket Neo. The dryer is ionic, like the Dyson Airwrap. This technology utilizes negative ions to break down water molecules on the hair, rather than heat. This lessens the amount of heat damage versus standard dryers that simply evaporate the water. After using the dryer, I have noticed that my hair is softer after styling, especially at the ends of my hair. I was able to adjust the heat and speed of the dryer to best suit me, depending on the attachments and the style I wanted to achieve. There are 5 heat modes in total which include cool air mode, warm air mode, and hot air mode. These are all pretty standard for most hairdryers and styling tools but what stood out to me was the cycle mode, which regulates temperature by switching between hot and cold. There is also an instant cold air mode, which I used to cool the curls when using the wand. The switch between modes was super fast. I wasn't left waiting for anything to cool or heat — it was instant. You have the choice between high speed and low speed. When I was drying, I used low speed because, like I mentioned earlier, my hair tangled easily on the higher setting I was looking forward to testing the curling attachments and was very impressed. Like everyone else, I have spent more time than I would care to admit on TikTok watching people use air styling tools, so I went into this with a good idea of the method I would use. If you're new to air styling, I would recommend taking to YouTube or TikTok first for ideas. When I first used the curler, I noticed that the curls were dropping pretty fast and only lasting for about 30 minutes. The next time, I swapped to the cool setting just before releasing the curl as this is advised to set the curls, and is a feature on the Dyson Airwrap too. This cooled my hair down quickly and the curls lasted all day long. Now, my hair is the definition of frizz. My natural curl pattern is somewhere between a 2C and 3A (defined curls), so I've spent every day since I was 10 battling with a pair of straighteners. While the Dreame Pocket Neo's anti-frizz attachment alone wasn't enough to tame my mane, when combined with the curling wands I was very impressed. I was left with a lot of volume at the roots, which I wasn't used to, but my friends all told me it looked good. However, when I tested the anti-frizz attachment on my friend with naturally straight hair, the anti-frizz attachment worked wonders and made her hair appear more glossy than when drying with a normal hair dryer. Overall I am very impressed by the Dreame Pocket Neo. It's extremely affordable as air stylers go, and its compact and lightweight design make it perfect for anyone who needs a dryer for travel. It dried my thick curly hair in about five minutes and was very easy to understand, but I think that's because I watch a lot of tutorial videos. If you're not familiar with air styling tools it may take a second to wrap your head around, especially with the curling attachments as you have to direct the air flow the right way. The Pocket Neo is arguably too powerful, causing my hair to tangle at higher speeds, but using the anti frizz attachment to direct the airflow helped with this. It was also annoying to swap out the curling barrel attachments, although U.S. users will get a 2-in-1 attachment to solve this issue. And in any case, these are only mild annoyances, and definitely wouldn't stop me recommending the Dreame Pocket Neo.
