I have SUPER curly hair and never blow it dry unless it's to straighten it. Funny how different people do different things with their hair to manage it. So I put gel in my hair when it's curly and always just throw it up. I never blow it dry. My blow dryer is sooo old and cheap. I have no idea what it is because Ive probably had it more than 20 years! (believe that! LOL) But one time I had a hairdresser use a completely silent blow dryer on my hair. If I ever replace mine, that is what Im getting... something that is silent!
something like this maybe
Amazon.com: Centrix Q Zone Quiet 1500 Watt...