Babyliss brings together quality material and fast results with its 1” flat iron which as versatile as it gets
Model Name/ Number: BNT3100TUC
Price: $190
Available Sizes: 0.75”, 1”, 1.25”
For Which Hair Type: Normal To Thick Hair, All Hair Lengths
What We Like: High-Quality Material, Versatile
What We Don’t Like: Minimum Heat Setting Is Too High Very Fine Hair
Rating: 4.7/5.0
Babyliss’ 1” Ionic Straightener is as popular it gets, especially among professionals. It offers excellent quality of material which makes this tool very durable and there is a variety of plate sizes to choose from.
It provides very fast results with its high levels of heat (up to 465°F) and titanium surface. We have to mention that the minimum temperature of this tool is not low enough to be safe for very fragile strands. Titanium plates also don’t help this fact as they heat up fast and are harder to control for beginners.
But if your hair is not very fine and you know what you’re doing with your flat iron, it’s definitely one of our favorites. It has a price of $190 which makes sense when we consider its quality and efficiency. Below we share our experiences with Babylisspro Nano Titanium Prima3100 Ionic Straightener.
Shape And Size
One of the most important things to consider before choosing a flat iron is its plate size. While the plates below 1” are considered small and are suitable for short hair, above 1” is best for longer hair types. 1” plates, on the other hand, are called medium-sized and they’re the most versatile options that first most hair types.
Babyliss Nano Titanium Prima3100 1″ Ionic Straightener is a 1” flat iron which makes it a very desirable option, especially if you’re confused and can’t decide which size to choose. Unless you have very short or very long hair, this option will satisfy your needs. Babyliss also comes in different sizes such as Babylisspro Nano Titanium Prima3000 1¼” Ionic Straightener, which offers a larger surface for longer strands.
The length of its plates is 4.34”, which is considered medium-sized and will satisfy most needs. If you have very long hair on the other hand, you may want to consider a longer, as well as a larger plate. BabylissPro Nano Titanium 1″ Ultra-thin Straightener offers a plate as long as 4.74” and is a great alternative to consider.
This tool is one of the longest on our list with 12.5” and is not considered travel-friendly as it would take too much space in your suitcase. There are much smaller options in the market such as Babylisspro Nano Titanium 1″ Digital Straightener with only 10.5” length.
It has multidirectional floating plates to reassure full hair contact and it also has rounded plate edges for the best results while curling the hair.
Heat And Variable Settings
Babyliss Nano Titanium Prima3100 1″ Ionic Straightener has 5 heat settings to choose from which makes it versatile for different hair types and styling needs.
The highest temperature is 465°F, which is one of the highest on our list, and definitely can tame even the thickest, unruliest strands. However the lowest heat setting starts from 300°F, which is not ideal for the most delicate strands.
If you have fine hair or damaged hair that needs extra care, this tool may not be the best for you and another option, such as FHI Platform Signature Pro Styler is much gentler with only 140°F low heat setting. It has convex housing; which means its outer housing heats up and allows you to wave and curl to perfection.
The handle has a maximum temperature of 74.5°F and is completely safe to touch. The back of its plates and the cool tip heat up till 96°F and are also okay to use, even for the most sensitive hands. It also has silicone cool tips which make it extra safe to touch.
It doesn’t have auto shut-off which is one of the reasons why professionals prefer this tool, as they can use it for long periods of time without worrying that it will turn off.
It doesn’t come with any audible warning when it reaches its desired temperature. If these qualities are important for you and you want to be as safe as possible while using your tool, another option such as Hot Tools Black Gold Evolve Ionic Salon Flat Iron delivers both these qualities.
Material And Performance
This flat iron has titanium plates. Titanium is known for its fast heating-up capacity which includes being able to recover its desired temperature quicker. This makes this tool highly efficient and fast. It’s perfect for professionals and people that doesn’t want to spend hours in front of the mirror.
But it’s not the best option for beginners as it doesn’t give a lot of room for mistakes. It can damage the hair in case you are a beginner and not sure of how to use your flat iron. Ceramic is a great alternative for beginners because plates that are infused with ceramic heat up much slower and gentler.
Babyliss is a very well-respected brand with high-quality material. It’s sturdy to hold and it will last you many years, even if you don’t treat it right. There is good reason why professionals prefer this brand. It can endure long hours of use at a time without being damaged. With a price of $190, it’s definitely a luxury product. There is a reason for its price and in our opinion, it pays off as it will not disappoint you in terms of durability.
Ergonomics
Babyliss has a weight of 11.7 oz, which is above average compared to the other flat irons on our list.
The diameter of the handle is 4” and it’s average. No need to worry about this size as it will fit even the smallest hands.
It doesn’t come with a led display but it has digital temperature control, which is usually enough to use the tool comfortably. It also comes with a lock switch that fixes your desired temperature according to your needs.
It has an industrial-strength swivel cord that provides extra protection from breakage. The cord is 9ft long which is one of the longest sizes in the market and is comfortable even for professionals who have to carry tools far from the plug.
The tool is very comfortable to hold and has an ergonomic design that comes with the luxury tool that it is.
Price And Guarantee
This is not the most budget-friendly product and with a price of $190, is definitely an investment. Babyliss products are luxury products and usually are worth their price and this one is not an exception. It has the sturdiest material available in the market and will last you for many years. That’s why we think it’s not overpriced and worth it if you have the funds to invest.
There are much more affordable options in the market such as Hot Tools Purple Ceramic Digital Flat Iron with only $50 and Conair Double Ceramic Flat Iron with as cheap as $29. Both are quite efficient for their price and worth considering if you’re on a budget.
It comes with a 4-year limited guarantee which is above average considering most flat irons come with only 2 years.
Competition
Babyliss may be a highly desirable flat iron but we’re well aware that it’s not for every budget and if you’re looking for something more affordable, we recommend Remington Pro Multi-Styler. It offers similar heat settings and also comes with titanium plates. It may not be as sturdy or durable as Babyliss but is a perfect alternative at less than half price.
If you prefer looser, tousled curls, Babyliss also offers the BabylissPro Nano Titanium Prima3000 Ionic Straightener with a 1.25″ barrel. The Prima3000 shares all the same features as the Prima3100 but with a 0.25″ larger barrel size.
