After reading many reviews and trying out 2 other highly reviewed and value-priced hairdryers, I settled on this BaByliss. The other dryers just didn't get hot enough. This dryer is very quiet but has a stong air flow and the high heat temperature is hot, but not so much that it burns the scalp (I use the concentrator nozzle).  I was worried about the weight, since so many others said it was too heavy. Yes, its heavier than most dryers at this price point, but I haven't had a problem with my arms getting tired even after the 20-25 minutes it takes to dry my hair (I do exercise with weights regularly though). I actually weighed it out of curiosity and it's only 1 lb 11 oz. For those looking to spend less than $35 on a hairdryer with a salon-level high heat temperature, this BaByliss what you need!