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Dreame launches foldable Pocket Cake hair dryer for travel and everyday styling

The 110,000RPM, under-450g dryer offers NTC heat control and four colourways, with online sales already open and in-store stock due mid-November at $299.

Lucia MarchettiNovember 9, 20265 min read0 views

A compact foldable hair dryer in a pastel finish rests beside a fabric travel pouch on a bathroom vanity in a soft-lit editorial product scene.

Dreame Technology has launched the Pocket Cake High-Speed Hair Dryer, a compact styling tool that the company says combines fast drying with a lightweight, travel-friendly design. The new model builds on Dreame’s existing Pocket hair dryer and adds a foldable format, intelligent temperature control and a choice of four colour finishes for the Australian market.

Dreame is positioning the product around portability without sacrificing airflow. The Pocket Cake uses a 110,000RPM high-speed brushless motor that the company says can generate airflow speeds of up to 70m/s. According to Dreame, that combination helps reduce drying times, although the announcement did not include independent test results for drying performance.

Heat control and hair handling

The dryer includes an NTC temperature control system that monitors temperature 500 times per second and automatically adjusts heat output. Dreame says the system is intended to maintain a consistent drying temperature while limiting excessive heat exposure. The Pocket Cake also produces 350 million negative ions/cm³, a feature designed to help minimise static, reduce flyaways and leave hair looking smoother after styling.

These are manufacturer claims rather than independently verified outcomes. Even so, the specifications show how Dreame is trying to fit features associated with full-size high-speed dryers into a smaller body: high motor speed, continuous temperature monitoring and ion output are all presented as core parts of the product rather than accessories.

Foldable, lightweight format

The Pocket Cake has a 180-degree foldable design that allows it to collapse into a phone-sized shape for storage and transport. It weighs less than 450 grams and supports 220-240V. Dreame says the format is intended to fit into luggage, handbags or bathroom drawers, making it suitable for travel and everyday styling.

The retail package includes a styling nozzle and a storage bag. The launch information lists 220-240V support but does not mention battery operation or additional attachments beyond the nozzle.

Colours, pricing and retail rollout

The dryer is available in four finishes inspired by macaron colours: Lemon Parfait, a bright yellow; Peach Mochi, a soft peach-pink; Grape Mousse, a soft lavender; and Tiramisu, a warm brown.

Dreame says Australians are increasingly looking for products that fit busy lifestyles without compromising on performance. Patrick Wang, business director for Dreame Technology Australia and New Zealand, said the Pocket Cake is intended to deliver professional-level drying performance in a compact design for everyday styling, travel and life on the go. He added that the launch further shows Dreame’s mark on the beauty and personal-care industry and its effort to match consumer needs.

The Pocket Cake High-Speed Hair Dryer is available now online through Harvey Norman, JB Hi-Fi and the Dreame website. It is due to be stocked in Harvey Norman and JB Hi-Fi stores from mid-November. The recommended retail price is $299.