Gone are days when you had to make space for big bulky desktop vaporizers, spend too much time setting it up and stay indoors to vape your dry herbs. Portable dry herb vaporizers have been around for some time now and are just getting better day by day. They are easy to carry and economical while ensuring there is no compromise in the experience.
With so many options available in the market today, it could get a little confusing to pick the one for you. To help you make an informed decision, we have compiled a list of the best portable dry herb vaporizers highlighting their unique features.
Pax 3
The PAX 3 is a compact, versatile, and one of the most stylish portable dry herb vaporizers available. It weighs around 93 grams making it easy to carry. Inside the sleek body is a heavy-duty mechanism that won’t let you down. The vapor pathway is made up of surgical stainless steel that lasts for years together.
You can check their Android app or website to customize its name, lock it, control the different temperature modes ranging from 360 F to 420 F—standard, boost, flavor, stealth, and efficiency—as well as play games and watch video tutorials.
Another great feature is the support for both dry herbs and concentrate. The Pax 3 complete kit includes a concentrate insert.
Pros:
- 90+ minutes of battery life per charge
- Fast heat-up time of 20 to 30 seconds
- Two bowl sizes available: Full – 0.35 grams and Half – 0.17 grams
- Stylish and sturdy anodized aluminum body
Things to consider:
- Vapor quality deteriorates a little towards the end of a 10-minute session
Artizer Solo II
What makes the Artizer Solo II so popular is its battery life which lasts for up to three hours per charge. It is slightly bulky for a portable vaporizer, weighing 210 grams and an oven size of 0.20 grams, but has excellent vapor quality.
It takes merely 20 to 30 seconds to heat up, which is a great plus of this vaporizer. The vapor path is all made of glass, ensuring you get pure, clean, and tasty vapors always.
Pros:
- Ceramic, stainless steel, and borosilicate glass air path
- Full-spectrum of temperatures to pick from 122 F to 428 F
- Easy to clean
Things to consider:
- Cumbersome to carry as its heavy and bulky
- Not compatible with concentrates
Firefly 2+
The Firefly 2+ is a small sleek looking dry herb vaporizer yet a potent one. It heats up in just three seconds and cools down equally fast. It heats up only when you inhale, which is why you get fresh, flavorful vapors every time and zero waste.
It can be used for both dry herbs and concentrates. With temperature settings that can go from 200 F to 500 F, it ensures to bring out the best of all the different kinds of ingredients. The heat can be controlled through their Android or Desktop app.
As the battery size is small, it can run out pretty quickly, but the good part is it can be fully charged in 45 minutes and up to 80 percent in just 20 minutes. Also, the battery is replaceable so getting spare batteries is a good idea when you are on the go.
Pros:
- Excellent vapor quality due to the borosilicate glass vapor path
- Strong magnesium alloy shell
- Small oven size (0.15 grams)
Things to consider:
- Poor battery life (60 to 90 minutes)
- Not very user-friendly at first
Mighty
Mighty has gained its name for its excellent vapor quality as well as its battery life. It is robust and, at the same time, very easy to use. Size-wise it’s a little big and weighs around 230 grams, mainly due to its battery. It might not be the best vaporizer for light-packing occasions but perfect for when there’s space in the bag or when lounging at home.
It does have a slow heat-up time compared to other portable dry vaporizers, but the wait is worth it. It creates big and tasty clouds of vapor, giving you a premium experience every time.
Mighty can be used when it’s charging as well. So, in addition to the battery life of two hours per session, you can continue to use it even when the battery is completely drained out.
Pros:
- Up to 120 minutes of battery life per charge
- Compatible with both dry herbs and concentrates
- Widest temperature range available from 104 F to 410 F
- Consistent and potent vapor quality
Things to consider:
- Long heat-up time of 90 seconds
- Plastic body and vapor path
Planet of the Vapes ONE
The Planet of Vapes ONE is a small and compact portable vaporizer that is a great companion when outdoors. Not only is it pocketable, but also super pocket-friendly.
Its hybrid heating system produces quality vapors from both herbs as well as concentrates. The mouthpiece is made of glass and leaves room for a lot of customization. You can attach accessories like a curved mouthpiece, glass bubblers, or a water pipe adapter. The only downside of this vaporizer is that the battery life is just 30 to 45 minutes per charge.
Pros:
- Compact and good value for money
- Glass vapor path
- Durable Kirksite alloy body with a rubberized coating
- Quick 30 seconds heat-up time
Things to consider:
- Non-replaceable batteries with a short battery life
- Small temperature setting range from 320 F to 430 F
DaVinci IQ2
If you prefer cooler vapors, DaVinci IQ2 is your best bet. The Air Dial of IQ2 helps you adjust the airflow for cooler, bigger, and dense vapors. It is compact, user-friendly, and never fails to give top-notch clean vapors.
They also have an Android app that helps you calculate your dosage per draw and session, which is a terrific addition to their previous vaporizers. The batteries are replaceable, so the 60 minutes battery life is hardly a drawback of this vaporizer.
Pros:
- The vapor path is made up of glass and zirconia ceramic
- Replaceable battery
- 5 grams bowl size for dry herbs and 0.2 grams for dosage pod
Things to consider:
- Long battery life
Arizer ArGo
Arizer ArGo is a palm-sized dry herb vaporizer with a practical design. The mouthpiece is made up of glass and can be pushed inside the device when not in use. This protects the glass from breaking or getting dirty and makes it even more compact.
The heat-up time is around 60 seconds which is a little more than the other portable dry herb vaporizers on this list. But the replaceable batteries make up for this drawback.
Pros:
- Borosilicate glass vapor path with push-top glass mouthpiece protection
- Compact oven size – 0.15 grams
- Good battery life (80 to 90 minutes) with replaceable batteries
- Digital temperature control from 122 F to 430 F
Things to consider:
- Heating up takes longer than other vaporizers
- Compatible with dry herbs only
XMAX Starry
XMAX Starry is a small pocket-friendly vaporizer that produces tasty, clean, and pure vapors. It is one of the cheapest but most promising vaporizers available today.
This little device is packed with features like a replaceable battery, magnetic lid enclosure, ceramic zirconia mouthpiece, anodized aluminum build-type, fast heat-up time, haptic feedback, and full digital control.
Pros:
- Heats up within 25 seconds
- Super portable and reasonably priced
- Long battery life (80+ minutes)
- Able to vaporize dry herbs and extracts
Things to consider:
- Average vapor quality especially at higher temperatures
