GHD Original Styler 1-Inch Flat Iron
GHD makes excellent tools -- but the Original is superseded by the Platinum+ at a usually comparable price.
TL;DR
- GHD quality but lacks the Platinum+'s predictive temperature technology
- 921 reviews vs 3,052 for the GHD Platinum+ -- less proven within the GHD lineup
- Price gap between Original and Platinum+ is often small -- check both before buying
Best For / Not For
Best for
- Buyers who find the GHD Original significantly cheaper than the Platinum+ on the day they shop
Not for
- Most buyers -- the GHD Platinum+ delivers meaningfully better technology for a small premium
- First-time GHD buyers -- start with the Platinum+ if it's within reach
Key Details
Plate materialCeramic
TemperatureFixed 365 degrees F
Predictive techNo -- Original model only
Rating4.6 stars
Review count921
Pros and Cons
Pros
- GHD quality and reliability
- 4.6-star rating
- Fixed 365 degree F optimal styling temperature
Cons
- No predictive temperature monitoring -- the defining Platinum+ feature
- 921 reviews vs 3,052 for the Platinum+ -- less proven model
- Price gap to Platinum+ is often small enough that skipping Original is obvious
Bottom Line
Skip the GHD Original Styler and buy the GHD Platinum+ instead. Check both prices before deciding -- if the gap is meaningful, the Original is a valid GHD entry point. If the gap is small, the Platinum+ predictive technology is worth the difference.
