12 September 2024

Watch time: 4 minutes 52 seconds / Read time: 2 minutes / Updated: September 12, 2024

If you’re unsure whether a behind mirror or wall mounted hand dryer is the best fit for your commercial washroom design, we’re here to help.

In this video, we’ll compare the Dolphin Hand Dryer BC2003-BM and BC2009, highlighting the key features and benefits of each to help you make an informed decision.


Advantages of BC2003-BM vs BC2009 hand dryers

The Dolphin Hand Dryer BC2003-BM and BC2009 each have distinct advantages, making them suitable for different washroom designs and practical needs.

Dolphin Velocity hand dryer BC2003-BM

  1. BC2003-BM is a behind mirror hand dryer.

  2. As it is behind the mirror, it keeps water over the vanity, thus water residue is blown back into the basin rather than on the floor.

  3. Drying time is between 12 – 15 seconds.

Dolphin Velocity hand dryer BC2009

  1. BC2009 hand dryer is a wall mounted standalone unit.

  2. Available in special finishes including PVD, PPC, and Ceramic coating.

  3. Drying time is between 10 – 12 seconds.

Hygiene and wellbeing benefits

Both the Dolphin Hand Dryer BC2003-BM and BC2009 are touch free automatic hand dryers but have slightly different health and wellbeing benefits.

Product photo of BC2003-BM commercial washroom hand dryer

BC2003-BM behind mirror hand dryer

The Dolphin Hand Dryer BC2003-BM is SKA and UL compliant, however, it does not include a HEPA filter.

In terms of noise level, the BC2003-BM operates at around 95 decibels.

Product photo of BC2009 commercial washroom hand dryer

BC2009 wall mounted hand dryer

The BC2009 is equipped with a HEPA filter, designed to improve hygiene by filtering out particles and other contaminants from the air before it is blown onto a user’s hands.

The BC2009 noise level is approximately 75 decibels.

Energy efficient hand dryers

Both the Dolphin Hand Dryer BC2003-BM and BC2009 are energy efficient commercial hand dryers.

BC2003-BM operates at a power range of 325 Watts and 900 Watts.

BC2009 operates at a power range of 500 Watts to 900 Watts.

Which Dolphin hand dryer is best?

The Dolphin Hand Dryer BC2003-BM and BC2009 accommodate a variety of washroom designs and preferences.

If you prioritise water containment, discreet design, and energy efficiency, the BC2003-BM behind mirror hand dryer is the perfect choice for you.

If fast drying times, air purification, and colour customisation are your priorities, the BC2009 commercial hand dryer is the ideal choice.

Explore our commercial hand dryers to see more Dolphin products that will enhance your commercial washroom design.