Are electric or manual squeeze travel bidets better?

It depends on what you value. Manual squeeze bottles (like the budget and peri-bottle picks here) are cheaper, have nothing to charge, and rarely fail, which is reflected in their very high verified-review counts. Electric/rechargeable models offer steadier, higher pressure without hand fatigue but add a battery to maintain and a higher price. The verified-purchase ratings across both styles are broadly similar, so the choice comes down to convenience versus simplicity.