Comparison...

Hand drying method

1 Able to absorb water
2 Only used by one person
3 Disposable

1 Wastes resources
2 Fills up waste receptacle

1 Can be used immediately
2 Can be used as-is

1 Unsanitary except for first use
2 Can be difficult to manipulate
3 Often not replaced properly after use

1 Non-contact
2 May be antibacterial

1 Time-consuming
   (hands don't dry thoroughly or quickly)
2 Long waiting period before next use is possible
3 Noisy

Hand drying method

1 Easy to install

1 Ongoing paper towel costs
2 Troublesome to maintain
   (paper refill, disposal of waste)
3 Potential source of fire
4 Unpleasant appearance

1 Easy to install

1 Ongoing paper towel costs
2 Troublesome to maintain
   (regular towel replacement required)
3 Used portion is unsightly

1 Low maintenance cost
2 Is not unattractive
3 Requires little maintenance

1 Low user satisfaction
   (long drying time)
2 Water drips onto floor