Hand Dryer Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Type (Hot Air Hand Dryer and Jet Air Hand Dryer), Mode of Operation, Mounting Technique, End Users, and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Afric

The global hand dryer market size is expected treach USD 4,757.81 million by 2034, according ta new study by Polaris Market Research. The report “Hand Dryer Market Size, Share, Trends, Industry Analysis Report: By Type (Hot Air Hand Dryer and Jet Air Hand Dryer), Mode of Operation, Mounting Technique, End Users, and Region (North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, and Middle East & Africa) – Market Forecast, 2025–2034” gives a detailed insight intcurrent market dynamics and provides analysis on future market growth.

Hand dryers are electric devices used tdry hands. These devices use an air blower or a heating element tdry hands. They are generally considered more hygienic than paper towels as they eliminate the need ttouch potentially contaminated surfaces. Also, hand dryers can be more cost-effective than paper towels in the long term.

The growing emphasis on reducing environmental concerns and increasing demand for energy-efficient systems are among the major factors driving the hand dryer market growth. The high use of hand dryers in shopping malls, airports, restaurants, and commercial buildings further supports the market development.

The increased shift toward automated and touchless technologies is anticipated tdrive the demand for motion-activated hand dryers and other advanced hand drying systems. The rising focus on smart infrastructure development and increasing adoption of net-zerenergy buildings are projected toffer significant market opportunities for players in the coming years.

The hand dryers market is characterized by competition. The presence of established players and new entrants results in intense competitiveness and pressure on revenue margins. The implementation of stringent health and hygiene standards may impose additional requirements on the design and operation of hand dryers. Further, compliance with various energy efficiency standards may add tthe overall market complexity.

Hand Dryer Market Report Highlights

Based on type, the jet air hand dryer segment dominated the market with more than 64% overall revenue share in 2024, owing ttheir increased adoption in restaurants, airports, hotels, and shopping complexes.

Based on mounting technique, the wall mounted segment is anticipated tregister a CAGR of 11.0% from 2025 t2034, as these hand dryers are compact and take up less space in bathrooms.

Europe held the largest share of 39.9% of the overall revenue in 2024. The regional market growth is driven by the increased adoption of cost-effective and hassle-free devices in the region.

North America is anticipated twitness the fastest growth from 2025 t2034. The market growth in North America is primarily fueled by the presence of several leading players and the high adoption rates of hand dryers in both public and commercial facilities.

A few global key market players are Dyson Ltd.; Mitsubishi Electric Corporation; Jaquar & Company Pvt Ltd; American Dryer, Inc.; Panasonic Corporation; Excel Dryer, Inc.; Bradley Corporation; Saniflow Corporation; World Dryer Corporation; and Bobrick Washroom Equipment, Inc.

Polaris Market Research has segmented the hand dryer market report on the basis of type, mode of operation, mounting technique, end users, and region:

By Type Outlook (Revenue – USD Million, 2020–2034)

Hot Air Hand Dryer

Jet Air Hand Dryer

By Mode of Operation Outlook (Revenue – USD Million, 2020–2034)

Push Button Hand Dryer

Fully Automatic Hand Dryer

By Mounting Technique Outlook (Revenue – USD Million, 2020–2034)

Surface Mounted

Wall Mounted

By End Users Outlook (Revenue – USD Million, 2020–2034)

Hotels and Restaurants

Railway Stations and Airports

Hospitals

Commercial Buildings

Shopping Complexes

Others

By Regional Outlook (Revenue – USD Million, 2020–2034)

North America

US

Canada

Europe

Germany

France

UK

Italy

Spain

Netherlands

Russia

Rest of Europe

Asia Pacific

China

Japan

India

Malaysia

South Korea

Indonesia

Australia

Rest of Asia Pacific

Middle East & Africa

Saudi Arabia

UAE

Israel

South Africa

Rest of the Middle East & Africa

Latin America

Mexico

Brazil

Argentina

Rest of Latin America