Purchased 5 weeks ago to replace a 15 year old CONAIR. I knew it would be a great purchase since it was another CONAIR. I was not disappointed, this one dries faster and is powerful but smaller. Than you, I count on CONAIR blow dryers.
I bought this hair dryer a month ago and used it 2 - 3 times a week. I have thick long curly hair and this dryer quickly tames my hair. My hair is easy to manipulate into a smooth sleek style. I previously owned a sharper image ion dryer and this one is much better for much less money.