BaByliss Travel Folding Hair Dryer - Lightweight and Powerful 2000W Blow Dryer, Dual Voltage, Worldwide Use, 2 Heat/Speed Settings, Black/Orange, 5334U

The BaByliss 5334U is a folding travel dryer with 2000W and dual voltage. 5,200+ reviews at 4.6 stars, 900 bought last month. The folding handle means it takes up about half the suitcase space of a full-size dryer.

2000W in a travel dryer

Most travel dryers are 1200-1600W. This one is 2000W, which is close to what you get from a full-size dryer. It won't dry as fast as a 2200W home dryer but the difference is small enough that you could use this as your only dryer if you wanted to. People do.

Our best travel hair dryer guide compares wattage and portability across the travel models on the market.

Dual voltage

Switches between 120V and 240V, so it works in the US, Europe, Asia, wherever. You still need a plug adapter for the socket shape, but you don't need a voltage converter, which is the expensive bit. Useful if you travel outside Europe regularly.

What you don't get

Two heat settings instead of three. No ionic tech. No diffuser. If you have curly hair, the lack of a diffuser is a problem. Our best hair dryer for curly hair roundup has travel-friendly options with diffusers.

No cool shot on this model either. Two settings and that's it. It's a travel dryer, not a styling tool.

How small is it?

Small enough to fit in a carry-on without eating into your packing. The handle folds flat against the body. Lighter than any full-size dryer. If you're flying hand luggage only, the size and weight matter. Our best lightweight hair dryer roundup covers the portable end of things.

Should you use it at home?

Some people do. 2000W is enough power for daily use. But you lose the third heat setting, ionic tech, and attachments that home dryers include. If you're on a tight budget and travel a lot, one dryer for both makes sense. Otherwise, keep a proper one at home. Our best budget hair dryer guide has home options that cost about the same.

For the full picture on what's available, our best hair dryer UK roundup covers all price points and types.