Not all hand dryers are created equal. And while all have their merits, it can be difficult to choose between one model and another, especially if you’re not an expert. Luckily for you, we at Direct365 are experts when it comes to hand dryers. Our hand dryer buying guide successfully helps hundreds of customers discover the best dryer for them every year. We know that no two businesses are the same. And for two of the most popular dryers in our range – the Airblade and the Airforce – we’ve brought together this blog citing all you need to know about each dryer. So, dig in and discover which dryer is best for you.

 

How Hand Dryers Work

Really, hand dryers are simple machines. They have a motor that produces the air you use to dry your hands. Most dryers nowerdays are automatic, which makes them more hygienic because you’re not touching the machine to make it work.

Many will be familiar with the hand dryers being warm air machines, but a lot of the newer dryers pump cold air onto your hands. The motors do this because cold air is considered more hygienic than warm air, which can encourage bacteria to generate in warmer environments. So if you’ve noticed more dryers use cold air, that’s why.

 

Are Hand Dryers More Eco-Friendly Than Paper Towels?

There’s many pieces of research and opinions online about how much more eco-friendly hand dryers are than paper towels. The truth is it changes depending on how much you buy. In most cases, hand dryers are more economical than paper towels. Many of our dryer range cost a fraction of the total cost of stocking paper towels for a year. This cost means you’re not using as much paper, you’re using less energy and there’s less to tidy afterwards too. There’s a clear winner if you’re looking for something more eco-friendly.

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Dyson Airblade V vs Airforce Hand Dryer

Two of our most popular products are the Dyson Airblade and the Airforce hand dryers. Comparing the two, there are a few notable differences. Here are our list of benefits and pitfalls of both the Airblade and the Airforce dryers.

Dyson Airblade V

Benefits

The benefits to the Dyson Airblade V speak for themselves. Dyson is a big name player in the field, and their unique visual and technological look has drawn a line between themselves and their competitors. Here are some of the benefits:

  • Fast dry time
  • 5-year warranty
  • Suitable for very high traffic areas
  • Leading, reliable brand on the market
  • Modern look and feel

 

Pitfalls

The Dyson Airblade isn’t for everyone, though. There are a number of downsides to the Dyson Airblade V that make it unsuitable for some types of venues. Here’s a few of the downsides we think exist:

  • Cost
  • This design won’t suit all washrooms
  • Less bulky than Airforce meaning less suitable for robust use

 

The Dyson Airblade V is clearly an excellent hand dryer. There are many great reasons to buy this dryer. While this is the case, we can see why the cost might put customers off.

 

Warner Howard Airforce

Benefits

A well known and popular hand dryer, there are a number of solid reasons why anybody might want the Airforce. Some of the reasons we like the dryer are listen below:

  • High volume areas
  • Low energy usage
  • Quiet dryers – 85dbs
  • Antibacterial motor

Pitfalls

Like with any dryer, there are people this wouldn’t work for. Some of the reasons this might not quite work for you are:

  • Slower dry time
  • Basic looking
  • Older model compared to other Warner Howard products

 

Summary

If you’re comparing the two machines, it is difficult to look past the costs difference between the Airforce and the Airblade V. Many customers are looking for a good machine that doesn’t break the bank. But for certain venues, that take more stock in the name of a brand, the Dyson Airblade will be the one. We won’t choose between the two, but hopefully with our research you’ll find exactly what you need.


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