ghd Chronos Max Wide Plate Hair Straightener and Styler

The ghd Chronos Max is a wide-plate hair straightener and styler described for long, thick and curly hair. Its larger plates are intended to handle wider sections, while motion-responsive technology is claimed to maintain a consistent styling temperature.

At a glance

Wide, close-edge plates are presented for working through larger sections and styling nearer the roots.
The listing describes straightening, curling and waving, with motion-responsive technology that adapts to styling movements.
Automatic sleep mode is claimed to switch the styler off after 10 minutes without activity.
The manufacturer claims up to 90% more shine and 2.5 times less frizz in one stroke. These are claims, not independently verified results.

Price

£208.00Save 30%

Reference price: ~~£299.00~~

Price checked: 14 Nov 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

The wider plates are specifically positioned for long, thick and curly hair, and may suit users styling larger sections.
Multiple styling options are claimed, rather than straightening alone.
A stated 10-minute inactivity shut-off may be useful if the styler is left unattended after use.

Cons

The wide-plate format is geared towards thick or long hair and may be less suited to buyers seeking a narrower styler for detailed work.

Technical specifications

6 specifications

Identity
Brand	Jemella
Model number	99400000148

Dimensions and weight
Dimensions listed	48.9 x 27.7 x 27.7 cm; 489 g

Styling and operation
Plate size relative to ghd gold	85% larger plates vs ghd gold
Claimed styling temperature	185°C
Automatic sleep mode	After 10 minutes of inactivity

What to know before buying

The listing claims an optimum styling temperature of 185°C and says the motion-responsive system maintains it. Performance and the claimed styling results have not been independently verified.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

People with long, thick or curly hair who want wider plates for larger sections.
Buyers looking for a styler described for straightening, curling and waving.

Less suited to

Those who prioritise a narrow plate format for detailed styling or shorter sections.

ghd Chronos Max Wide Plate Hair Straightener and Styler · photo 2 — Additional product photo 2

Customer reviews on Amazon

4.4 / 5 · 59 ratings

5 stars75%75%
4 stars6%6%
3 stars12%12%
2 stars0%0%
1 star7%7%

Aggregate customer ratings lean positive, with most ratings in the highest star category, but a smaller share of ratings are lower, including some one- and three-star scores. Without review comments, the reasons for those differences are unknown. The ratings do not establish how well the wide plates or styling claims work for a particular hair type.

Frequently asked questions

Who is the ghd Chronos Max intended for?

The listing positions it for long, thick and curly hair, with wide plates designed to handle larger sections.

Can it be used to create curls or waves?

The listing describes it for straightening, curling and waving.

Does the styler switch off automatically?

The listing says its sleep mode switches the styler off after 10 minutes of inactivity.

What temperature does the listing specify?

It describes motion-responsive technology as maintaining an optimum styling temperature of 185°C. This is a manufacturer claim, not an independent measurement.