BaByliss Pro has a quite a number of hair dryer models in the market. There are travel models which you can get for around $30. There are also mid-range models that sell for $60 to $80. And then there are the high end models that cost over $100. In the BaByliss Pro Nano Titanium Portofino Dryer review below, we will take a look at one of their costlier models.
BaByliss Pro Nano Titanium Portofino Dryer Review
The features of the Portofino include:
- 2000 watts
- Nano Titanium™ technology
- Ionic
- 6 heat/speed settings
- Cold Shot
- Removable stainless steel rear filter
- 3 concentrator nozzles*
- Diffuser*
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The BaByliss Pro Portofino dryer runs on a 2000-watt AC Italian motor. AC motor tends to be more expensive than DC motor which could be part of the reason why this is a higher end model.
Basically, the Nano Titanium technology takes advantage of the excellent conductivity of titanium to distribute heat evenly for optimal results. It also has an ionic generator that spits out millions of negative ions to remove any static electricity in the hair. It will break down the water molecules for faster drying time and seal off the cuticle for smooth and shiny results.
To dry and style your hair, there are 3 concentrator nozzles together with 1 diffuser* thrown in. You get to control the fan speed and heat level through 2 toggle switches on the side of the handle. There is High and Low for fan speed and Cool, Warm and Hot for heat settings. The rear filter is removable for cleaning and it is made of stainless steel rather than the typical plastic.
The Portofino hair dryer is not too heavy nor light. It has a shipping weight of 2.6 lbs and product weight of 1.8 lbs on Amazon. The cord is about 9 feet long with a hook for hanging.
* We understand that not all orders come with 3 concentrators and a diffuser now. Instead, it is packaged with only 2 concentrators.
Should You Buy The BaByliss Pro Portofino 6600 Dryer?
Pros
- Varied attachements – Usually, you are given only 1 concentrator nozzle for your hair dryer. For the Supersolano 3500 Lite Hair Dryer, you are given 2. But this BaByliss Pro unit comes with 3 concentrators and 1 diffuser (see * above). The concentrators have different widths to suit different hair types and styling options.
- On the quiet side – An AC motor tends to be longer lasting and quieter. The high end type also tends to generate less air disruption to create stronger airflow while running smoother and quieter than cheaper models. Another hair dryer that is fairly quiet that you can take a look at would be the BaByliss Pro Ceramic Xtreme Dryer.
- Speed up drying – The airflow is strong and combined with the heat, your hair will get dry fast. Most high end hair dryers will give you a faster drying time than cheap ones. The Portofino is no exception going by the numerous positive reviews online.
- Great for fine hair – The Nano Titanium™ technology is supposed to conduct heat more evenly and minimise hot spots. Together with the high drying power, it should be healthier for fine hair with reduced exposure to intense heat. Many customers have mentioned in their online reviews that their hair is more manageable, shinier and frizz-free after using the BaByliss Pro Portofino Dryer.
Cons
- Expensive – The BaByliss Pro Nano Titanium Hair Dryer costs about $60 less than the Portofino at the time of writing. The BaByliss Pro Carrera 2 also doesn’t cost as much. However, the Portofino is a premier model because it has a high quality Italian motor which is supposed to last longer than standard hair dryers. It also has more attachments included, a more durable power cord and the limited warranty is longer at the time of writing.
- Kind of heavy – Some users find the appliance to be on the heavy side. If you are used to travel hair dryers, this is definitely heavy for you. If you want lightweight hair dryers, you would have to look for something that weighs about 1 lb like the Rusk W8less.
Whether this high end hair dryer is ideal for your needs really depends on what you are used to. Generally, it is hot enough for most people and can satisfy their need for healthier hair. Having said that, there will be a few who will find it not hot enough to their liking. However, with the ion generator, you don’t really need really high heat to dry your hair. The negative ions will help with the task. The Portofino should work for most people unless you have really thick and stubborn hair that you need to dry and style. In that case, you might need to go one step up and look at the BaByliss Pro Rapido Dryer.
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The real question is whether it is worth it to pay so much for this hair dryer when we don’t know how long it will last. Hair dryers are very fickle nowadays. Some can last you a few years when you least expect it. Others may die off after only a few months of use. While writing this BaByliss Pro Nano Titanium Portofino Dryer review, we did notice that there is a small number of complaints about its durability. Unfortunately, there is no guarantee with electrical appliances no matter how good the ratings are. Thus, make sure you are buying from an authorised dealer. Otherwise, your warranty may not be valid when you make a claim.
Tish diaz says
I own the portifino 2000watts dryer and I am having issues with it tripping the breaker. Can you please help me.
Admin says
With a high wattage, it could be drawing more power than your system could handle. This causes it to trigger the circuit breaker. If you have other appliances running at the same time, try turning those off when you use the hair dryer. Maybe that could help.