Hair blowers can be as loud as 90 decibels (dB). Heard over long periods, that noise level can cause hearing loss according to research. So we set out to find the best quiet hair blower.

Read this article for a decibel comparison of 6 of the quietest hair blowers on the market. 

We will also tell you about their noise reduction technology and other notable features. 

Standard hair blowers have an operational noise of around 80-90 dB – that’s in a similar category to a blender or food processor, and louder than a washer. Most of the hair blowers here are under 80 dB.

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1. Bio:Ionic SMART-X High Efficiency Dryer
2. RUSK W8less 
3. Dyson Supersonic
4. MHU Professional Salon Grade Dryer 
5. BabylissPro Rapido
6. Chignon Ionic Hair Dryer with Diffuser

Hold your horses – let’s look at some stats before we dive in:

#1 – Bio:Ionic SMART-X High Efficiency Dryer – 77.2 dB

The Bio:Ionic SMART-X High Efficiency Dryer is billed by the manufacturer as “extremely quiet” – and with an operational noise of just 77.2 dB – this is hard to dispute. 

This American brand – founded in 1997, in New York – has excelled with the inoffensive volume of this model, which Annick, a buyer on Amazon, described as “Sleek, quiet, and powerful!” continuing “will get this one over and over again!”. A brushless motor also helps to keep the noise down. 

So we’ve established that the Bio:Ionic SMART-X High Efficiency Dryer is quiet; that’s one thing. But there are a host of other impressive features that made it an easy entry in this Best Quiet Hair Blower list. It claims to dry hair 75% faster than the main competition, and this is achieved with enhanced air pressure, rather than high heat (good for hair, of course).

The SMART-X is lighter than the previous model, and can assure you of consistent drying, because the wonderful tech actually balances the air and temperature 100 times per second (don’t ask us exactly how that bit works). There’s also Moisture Heat technology to keep hair soft, and a self-cleaning function. 

Pros

• Low noise (77.2 dB)
• Lightweight
• Powerful (100,000 rpm)
• Consistent drying

Cons

• Not a budget option

Best for: Quiet, premium blow drying

#2 – RUSK W8less – 81 dB

Quiet, lightweight, and probably well within your budget. The RUSK W8less may not have the lowest dB level in this list, but it is considered one of the least noisy and annoying blowers!

Yahoo verified the noise level as 81 dB in independent testing, which isn’t rock bottom in terms of volumes, but cuts out higher frequencies, and that makes a difference.

Due to its light weight and modest dimensions, the W8less is considered a good travel blower. In general, this hair dryer keeps it simple with three heat settings and two speed settings. It is a good frizz fighter thanks to an ionic generator. It offers the heat you need, but unlike some of the hair blowers you will find on the road, it won’t come close to burning your locks!

All in all – a good quiet option that won’t take up much space (or add much weight) to your travel bag.

Pros

• Operational noise with lower frequencies
• Light weight
• Simple settings

Cons

• Yahoo measured stated 2000W as being 1470W  

Best for: Quiet hair blower for travel

#3 – Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer – 77 dB

Official stats from the world-famous Dyson brand show that the Supersonic’s noise level is 77 dB. That puts it well within the category of ‘quieter hair blowers’.

Reviewers have also noted that it vibrates so little, that you can’t even notice it when holding.

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Make no mistake, this is a premium choice which offers fast drying and a volumized blow out. It’s engineered not only for drying and styling, but also to protect your hair from heat damage. 

There are a raft of stats that have been put out by Dyson to support the credentials of the Supersonic – according to the manufacturer, it can increase smoothness by 75%, shine by up to 132%, and all while reducing your frizz and flyaways by up to 61%. They must have some decent mathematicians at Dyson!

Apart from that, there is a super-fast wind speed for quick drying. And you’ll get attachments including; a styling concentrator, gentle air attachment, diffuser, and wide tooth comb. The attachments fit on magnetically, adding to the luxurious feel. 

Pros

• Quiet noise level (77 dB)
• Speedy drying
• Protects hair
• Luxurious feel

Cons 

• Higher end of the price scale

Best for: Quiet and super-quick hair drying

#4 – MHU Professional Salon Grade Dryer – 75 dB

For good measure, here is a budget buy. And a quiet one, too.

The MHU Professional Salon Grade Dryer gives you the best of both worlds for an impressive price. It’s low volume – at just 75 dB – and also reduces vibration. But a 1875W motor shows that it isn’t lacking in power, either.

This is a simple hair blower, but with enough functionality to make it work – 2 speeds, 3 settings, and 2 attachments (an airflow concentrator and diffusers). It utilises Negative Ion Technology and Far-Infrared Heat to protect the hair, dry it faster, and eliminate frizz.

Some users have commented it could get hotter, but for the price, this is a solid quiet choice.

Pros

• Low noise level (75 dB)
• Budget price
• Low vibration

Cons

• Power cord could be longer (6ft)

Best for: Quiet hair drying on a budget

#5 – BabylissPro Rapido – 85 dB

Italian-made and salon standard – the BabylissPro Rapido is 50% quieter than high performance models in its category, according to the manufacturer. Although the 85 dB noise level doesn’t make it one of the quietest hair blowers, users appear to back up the claim that it is quiet for its category. 

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But the impressive stats don’t end there. Babyliss say that it also dries hair up to 50% faster than competitor hair blowers, and this is simply thanks to higher air volume and pressure. With 2000W motor, there is ample power, and consistent distribution of heat comes from Nano Titanium heat technology. 

Then, get this, it is one of the lightest on the market. It weighs much less than a pound, and again, this makes it quiet among professional hair blowers. 

There are 6 heat and speed settings, covering most styling needs, and 4 attachments. A good mid-price quiet option.

Pros

• Lower noise than many similar models
• Professional grade
• Light weight for its category

Cons

• Highest heat setting reported as intense

Best for: Salon standard drying without the racquet

#6 – Chignon Ionic Hair Dryer with Diffuser – 65 dB

Is this the quietest hair blower around? The 65 dB emitted by the Chignon Ionic Hair Dryer – as stated by the manufacturer – appears to be the lowest level on the market.

The high-speed brushless motor benefits from low noise technology – this tech isn’t explained by Chignon, but user reviews back up the fact that this is a quiet hair blower. Is it the quietest on the market? You make your own mind up… but for the price, many will think it is worth a go. 

There are 3 temperatures and 3 air volumes, and the blower is suitable for all hair types.

Two magnetic 360° rotary attachments are included, and there is intelligent temperature control to output low temperature wind, to reduce water loss and avoid hair dryness.

Pros

• Quiet noise level (65 dB stated by manufacturer)
• Simple settings
• Budget buy

Cons

• Not as fast as salon-grade blowers
• Power cord is less than 6ft

Best for: Simple, lightweight option