The best JRL hair dryer for most salons is the Forte Pro 2020H: a 2,150W brushless dryer with an auto-clean filter, a memory function and a diffuser in the box. If weight matters more than extras, the 370g Vortice.1 and the 390g Forte Pro Lite 2020L are the lighter picks for all-day blow-drying. Here is how every JRL dryer we stock compares, and who each one suits.
JRL hair dryers compared
| Dryer | Power and weight | Settings | In the box |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forte Pro 2020H | 2,150W brushless DC motor, 240V AU/NZ model | 3 heat, 3 speed, cool shot, memory function | Styling concentrator, smoothing nozzle, diffuser, cleaning brush |
| Forte Pro Lite 2020L | 2200W brushless DC motor, 390g, 3.5m cord | Heat and speed settings, cool shot, turbo function | Two concentrator nozzles |
| Vortice.1 | 80,000 RPM motor, 370g, 3.5m cord, rated 2150 to 2400W at 220 to 240V | 2 heat, 2 speed | Dryer; attachments not listed |
Shop all three in our JRL hair dryers range, with Click & Collect from Kilburn or delivery Australia-wide.
Best overall: JRL Forte Pro 2020H
The Forte Pro 2020H is the most complete JRL dryer we stock. Its 2,150W brushless DC motor pushes high-pressure, high-velocity airflow for fast drying, and the built-in ion generator helps reduce frizz and static for a smoother-looking finish.
- Auto-clean function: spins the motor turbine in reverse to push dust and debris off the filter.
- Washable filter: the listing recommends cleaning it at least twice a week with a clean tint brush.
- Memory function: remembers your last speed and heat setting.
- LED status light: shows cleaning and auto-clean warnings.
- Full kit: styling concentrator, smoothing nozzle, diffuser and cleaning brush.
It is a 240V model for Australia and New Zealand, and it also comes in Ghost White to match JRL's Onyx Ghost tools. Best for: salons, stylists and barbers who blow-dry and diffuse every day and want a dryer that keeps its filter clear.
Best lightweight: JRL Vortice.1
The Vortice.1 is the lightest JRL dryer we stock at 370g, built around an 80,000 RPM high-speed motor. It keeps the controls simple, with two speeds and two heat settings, and its 3.5m cord gives you room to move around the chair.
On Australian power it is rated at 2150 to 2400W (model CY2025L), and it comes in black, white or yellow. Best for: stylists doing back-to-back blow-dries who want less weight in the hand, and barbers who mainly dry and style short hair.
Best for a JRL x Lamborghini station: Forte Pro Lite 2020L
The JRL x Lamborghini Forte Pro Lite 2020L weighs 390g and runs a 2200W brushless DC motor with a turbo function, ionic and ceramic heat and a cool shot. It comes with two concentrator nozzles and a 3.5m cord, in yellow, black, silver or white to match the Diamante clipper and trimmer.
In black it is the same dryer we also list as the JRL Forte Pro 2020L, with the same 2200W motor, 390g weight and two nozzles. Best for: barbers building a matching JRL x Lamborghini station, and stylists who want a light dryer with a turbo boost.
Best for curls and volume
There are two ways to diffuse with JRL. The Forte Pro 2020H includes a diffuser in its kit. For the 2020L, add the JRL 2020L Diffuser, which is made for that dryer and spreads the airflow evenly to help define natural curls and waves with less frizz.
How to choose a JRL hair dryer
- Weight, if you blow-dry all day. The 370g Vortice.1 and 390g Forte Pro Lite 2020L are the ones to pick when your wrist does the work for eight hours.
- Maintenance, if the dryer never stops. The 2020H's auto-clean, washable filter and LED warnings suit a busy salon dryer.
- Attachments. Want a diffuser straight out of the box? Choose the 2020H. The 2020L takes the separate 2020L diffuser.
- Controls. The Vortice.1 keeps it to two speeds and two heats. The 2020H gives you three of each plus a cool shot and memory function.
- Look. Matching a JRL x Lamborghini or Ghost White station? The Forte Pro Lite comes in four colours and the 2020H in Ghost White.
JRL dryer bundles
Setting up a full station? Several JRL sets pair a dryer with clippers:
- Bumblebee Trio: the yellow Diamante clipper and trimmer with a yellow Forte Pro Lite 2020L, in our JRL x Lamborghini range.
- Ghost Collection #3: Onyx clipper, Onyx trimmer, SF Pro foil shaver and Forte Pro dryer in Ghost White, in our JRL Onyx tools and kits.
- 3000C Gold duos: the 3000C Gold Limited Edition clipper with either a Forte Pro 2020H or a Vortice.1, in our JRL hair dryers range.
Looking after your JRL dryer
Clean the filter often. On the 2020H, run the auto-clean function, then brush the washable filter with a clean tint brush. A clogged filter restricts airflow, so the dryer has to work harder. Finish each blow-dry with the cool shot to set the style, and hang the dryer up rather than leaving it on the bench where hair and product build up around the intake.
Where to buy JRL hair dryers in Australia
MV Hair & Beauty stocks genuine JRL from authorised Australian distributors. Order online for Australia-wide delivery, with free standard shipping on eligible orders of A$99 and over and standard delivery 2 to 3 business days to most metro areas, or use Click & Collect from Kilburn at 412 Churchill Rd, Kilburn SA 5084, open 7 days, 9:00am to 5:30pm.
JRL hair dryer FAQs
Which JRL hair dryer is the lightest?
Of the JRL dryers we stock, the Vortice.1, at 370g. The Forte Pro Lite 2020L is close behind at 390g.
Does the JRL Forte Pro come with a diffuser?
The Forte Pro 2020H does: its kit includes a diffuser, styling concentrator, smoothing nozzle and cleaning brush. The 2020L comes with two concentrator nozzles, and its diffuser is sold separately.
Are JRL hair dryers made for Australian power?
The Forte Pro 2020H is listed for Australia and New Zealand at 240V, and the Vortice.1 is rated for 220 to 240V. Buy from Australian stock so you get a dryer and plug built for local power.
How do I clean a JRL Forte Pro filter?
Run the auto-clean function to blow dust off the filter, then brush the washable filter with a clean tint brush. The listing recommends doing this at least twice a week.
Is the JRL x Lamborghini dryer the same as the Forte Pro 2020L?
In black, yes: it is the same 2020L dryer. The JRL x Lamborghini listing adds yellow, silver and white.