Revamp Tri-Care Hair Dryer Is a Heavy £170 Appliance That Protects and Dries Well Despite Its Handling

What it is

The Revamp Tri-Care Hair Dryer is a professional-tier hair dryer from Revamp, a UK-based hair appliance maker. The "Tri-Care" name refers to three protective drying modes: a low-heat mode for fine hair, a medium mode for daily styling, and a high-output mode for thick or long hair. All three modes use Revamp's proprietary ionic treatment system to reduce frizz and lock in moisture while drying. The dryer has a 2,000W motor, multiple attachment nozzles (concentrator, diffuser, styling head), and a cool-shot button for finishing styles.

Pricing: £170 UK (roughly $215 US equivalent). US distribution is limited; most buyers source via UK import or through Revamp Professional direct.

What's interesting

The three-mode Tri-Care system is the product differentiator. Most hair dryers have a single heat curve; Revamp lets users pick temperature and airflow based on hair type and condition. TechRadar measured the low-heat mode at approximately 45°C sustained, which is gentle enough for bleached or color-treated hair that would be damaged by standard 70°C+ dryer output.

Ionic treatment is not unique to Revamp (Dyson, GHD, BaByliss all use ions), but the combination with the three-mode thermal system is unusual. For users with frizz-prone hair, the ionic output combined with lower temperatures produces smoother results than hot-blast-plus-ions alone.

The 2,000W motor delivers fast drying times despite the lower-temperature modes. TechRadar measured average drying time on mid-length hair at 4-5 minutes, which is comparable to premium dryers at 3x the price.

Revamp Professional is a UK salon-equipment brand. The Tri-Care is priced as a consumer-professional crossover, below Dyson Supersonic Nural (£399) and Shark SpeedStyle (£250) but above drugstore alternatives (£30-£80).

Multiple attachments (concentrator nozzle, diffuser, styling head) work with standard 3-prong UK plugs. A US-export version with US plug is limited but available.

What's missing or unverified

Weight is the main complaint. TechRadar noted the Tri-Care is "heavy and awkward", at roughly 700g with attachments, the dryer is noticeably heavier than the Dyson Supersonic at 600g or the Shark SpeedStyle at 500g. For long styling sessions, the weight creates arm fatigue.

Handling ergonomics are not polished. The mode-switch controls are on the back of the handle rather than the front, which requires users to set the dryer down to change modes mid-styling. More expensive competitors have thumb-accessible controls.

Cord length is 2.5 meters, adequate but shorter than professional salon dryers (3+ meters). For users with bathroom outlets far from mirrors, an extension cord is required.

Noise level during high-mode operation is 85-88 dB, typical for the category but loud enough to wake partners in adjacent rooms.

Revamp's customer-service reputation is solid in the UK but thin in the US. Warranty service requires shipping to UK service centers.

Who it's for

UK-based users with fine, color-treated, or damaged hair who need lower-temperature drying. Home-styling enthusiasts willing to pay mid-premium pricing for ionic treatment without paying Dyson premium. Salon professionals wanting a secondary dryer for client-specific use cases.

Not for: US buyers without UK import access, users prioritizing lightweight ergonomics (the Dyson Supersonic is lighter), or anyone satisfied with budget hair dryers in the £30-£80 range.

Verdict

The Revamp Tri-Care at £170 is a solid mid-premium UK hair dryer. The three-mode thermal system is genuinely useful for hair-sensitive users, and the ionic treatment plus 2,000W motor delivers salon-quality results. Weight and handling ergonomics are real compromises but do not negate the drying performance. Against the Dyson Supersonic Nural at £399 and Shark SpeedStyle Flex at £250, the Revamp wins on price; it loses on ergonomics and brand cachet. For UK users who want protective drying without Dyson pricing, this is the right pick.