# Best ghd flat irons: Platinum+, Chronos, Gold, Max and more Source: https://plateandwand.com/best/best-ghd-flat-iron Publisher: Plate & Wand. Picks are chosen from what each Amazon listing states, not from hands-on tests. Method: https://plateandwand.com/how-we-pick Choosing a ghd flat iron is less about heat and more about everything around it. Almost every current ghd styler is listed at the same fixed 365°F with no dial, so you are not picking a temperature. You are picking plate width, how fast the iron is ready, how long it waits before it sleeps, and whether the listing confirms universal voltage for travel. A 1 inch plate suits most lengths and makes curls and waves easier with the rounded barrel. A 2 inch plate covers more hair per pass on long or thick hair. This guide puts the Platinum+, Chronos, Chronos Max, Gold, Max, Original and Mini side by side using only the facts on each Amazon listing, and notes where a listing leaves out something you would want to know. ## Picks ### 1. ghd Max Styler 2" Flat Iron Hair Straightener, Black Plate width: 2 in; Temperature: 365°F fixed; Heat-up time: 30 seconds; Auto sleep: 30 minutes; Voltage: Not stated The original ghd wide-plate styler with 2 inch ceramic plates and dual-zone heat control at 365°F. It costs less than the Chronos Max for the same plate width. What the listing offers: - The listing states 2 inch ceramic plates meant for long, thick or curly hair. - Dual-zone heat control and high-gloss plates are listed for shine and less frizz. - 30-second heat-up, rounded barrel, 8.8 ft swivel cord and 30-minute sleep mode are listed. Limits to know: - No adjustable heat, so the 365°F preset is the only option. - Voltage is not stated on this listing, so check it before travel. ### 2. ghd Chronos Max 2” Styler Professional Flat Iron Hair Straightener, Black Plate width: 2 in; Temperature: 365°F fixed; Heat-up time: 20 seconds; Auto sleep: 10 minutes; Voltage: Not stated The Chronos Max puts the Chronos heat control on 2 inch plates. It is the pick in this lineup for long, thick or curly hair where wide plates save passes. What the listing offers: - 2 inch plates cover more hair per pass than the 1 inch models. - The listing states a 20 second heat-up and the same motion-responsive tech as the 1 inch Chronos. - 8.8 ft swivel cord and a halo light interface are listed as built in. Limits to know: - Wide plates are less handy near the roots on short hair and for tight curls. - Voltage is not listed, so check the current listing if you plan to travel abroad. ### 3. ghd Chronos 1" Styler Smart Flat Iron Hair Straightener, White Plate width: 1 in; Curl design: Rounded barrel; Temperature: 365°F fixed; Heat settings: Fixed; Voltage: Not stated ghd's motion-responsive 1 inch styler with a rounded barrel and redesigned wishbone hinge listed for curls, waves or sleek straight looks. What the listing offers: - Rounded barrel and redesigned hinge are listed for curls and waves. - Heats up in 20 seconds, according to the listing. - 8.8 ft swivel cord and auto sleep after 10 minutes are stated. Limits to know: - Voltage is not stated on this listing, so travelers should check it first. - Highest price among the 1 inch irons in this guide. ### 4. ghd Platinum+ Styler 1" Flat Iron Hair Straightener, Black Plate width: 1 in; Max temperature: 365°F fixed; Heat settings: 1 preset; Voltage: Universal; Auto shut-off: 30 minutes ghd's 1 inch styler fixed at 365°F with universal voltage, a heat-resistant plate guard and a rounded barrel that also curls. A no-settings pick for travel. What the listing offers: - Universal voltage is stated for use anywhere in the world. - A heat-resistant plate guard is included, handy for packing soon after use. - Rounded barrel lets one iron straighten, curl and wave, per the listing. Limits to know: - Fixed temperature, so no way to adjust heat for different hair types. - Plug type and adapter needs are not covered on the listing. ### 5. ghd Gold Styler 1" Flat Iron Hair Straightener, Black Plate width: 1 in; Curl design: Rounded barrel; Temperature: 365°F fixed; Heat settings: Fixed; Voltage: Universal ghd's 1 inch Gold styler with dual-zone heat at 365°F, universal voltage and a plate guard. The listing calls it travel-friendly, and it costs less than the Platinum+ here. What the listing offers: - The listing groups universal voltage with an auto sleep mode under travel-friendly features. - Ready in 25 seconds with an 8.8 ft swivel cord, per the listing. - Protective plate guard is included for packing. Limits to know: - Fixed 365°F only, with no lower or higher setting. - The listing does not cover plug type or adapter needs. ### 6. ghd Mini Styler .5" Flat Iron Hair Straightener, Black Plate width: 0.5 in; Max temperature: 185º preset (unit not stated); Heat settings: 1 preset; Voltage: Universal; Auto shut-off: Sleep mode (time not stated) A 0.5 inch mini styler with universal voltage, a plate guard and a 2-year manufacturer guarantee. It suits light packers with short hair, bangs or quick touch-ups. What the listing offers: - Half-inch plates make it the smallest tool in this guide for carry-on packing. - Universal voltage and a protective plate guard are stated on the listing. - The listing states a 2 year manufacturer's guarantee. Limits to know: - Narrow plates make straightening long or thick hair slow. - The listing's temperature line reads 185º without a unit, so confirm the actual styling heat. ### 7. ghd Original Styler 1" Flat Iron Hair Straightener, Black + Bodyguard Plate width: 1 in; Temperature: 365°F fixed; Heat-up time: 30 seconds; Auto sleep: 30 minutes; Voltage: Universal The Original is ghd's classic 1 inch styler with upgraded ceramic plates, sold here with Bodyguard heat protect spray. Universal voltage is stated. What the listing offers: - Floating plates and a rounded barrel for waves, curls and straight styles, per the listing. - Lighted on/off button and a sound indicator when it is ready. - Universal voltage and auto sleep after 30 minutes of non-use are stated. Limits to know: - Costs more than the Gold, which lists dual-zone sensors and a faster heat-up. - The listing does not describe the plate sensor setup in detail. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.