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I have a pax3 that is starting to show it's age. The battery is not holding it's charge that well and I'm sure the tech has improved a lot over the years. I was looking at a crafty or mighty+ but wanted to see if there was something else comparable for a little cheaper. I would like to keep it under 300, but can spend some more if it's worth it.

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[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Since you are used to a electronic dry herb vapes try out a dynavap and see if you like the torch/induction type vape. Its a completely different experience with its own ups and downs compared to an electronic vape. My first vape was the arizer air max and if you like the electronic vapes I recommend it, especially with the big stem with carb that sneaky Pete sells.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago (1 children)

I have a Dynavap M that needs a new cap and was thinking of getting the IH wand soon. I just got an adapter for my bong this weekend and its better than I thought it would be.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) (1 children)

Thats cool glad you having a good time with dyna + bong. My bong was getting a bit old and hard to clean around the top perc so I invested in a orb V2 along with the m+ thought the idea of using both dyna and arizer vape at once + a whip was just so cool blew my mind. I love the orb so much its perfect balance of form & function so easy to clean. By comparison sneaky petes Double Dragon looks like a hard time to keep clean (undeniably cool though)

I actually was just deciding on what IH to get. The wand was so tempting but I cant do 130$ for an IH. Fortunately I have an electrical background and am confident enough to just get a cheap 120W IH circuit board off amazon for 10$ and a cigarette plug to bare wire connection for 7$ and just plug it in to my portable power bank. I would rather see if I can hack together something decent for 20$ and if I want to spend over a hundred bucks for a fancy preassembled one later down the line ill do that.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago

Yeah DIY seems to be the way to go when it comes to IH. I have a tad of soldering experience but it seems like there are a lot of kits that are solderless.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago (1 children)

you really can’t beat mighty+, i’ve been using mighty/crafty exclusively for about 8 years and im constantly disappointed by every other dry flower vape i’ve ever tried in comparison

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago

Coming to say this. I have tried dozens or more dry herb vapes. My Mighty+ still takes the top spot.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago

I just got a Firewood 9 and damn that cherry smells good

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago (3 children)

Unconventional but I highly recommend the combo of dynavap + ispire wand. Should be under your price and:

  • dynavaps are basically indestructible and easy to clean, heated by any source, like a lighter
  • the ispire wand is an induction heater, which is better than normal thermal, and it has standard replaceable (and USB chargeable) batteries. So you in theory never need to buy a new device
[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago) (1 children)

I forgot to mention I already have a dynavap M with a fmj. I think I need a new cap for it since it seems like it is clicking a little before it's ready. Ive been using a triple flame torch lighter but the ispire wand has always interested me.

My wife really doesn't like it, so that's why I was looking for a replacement to the pax we share.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Yeah the caps wear out after a few years but the ispire makes the whole thing way easier, since you can set it to a temp and not overheat. I find that I can learn how many extra seconds I need if it's early

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago (1 children)

I wouldn't need the FMJ attachment for the cap then right since the wand does an equal applied heat correct?

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago

I never needed the fmj to begin with (just rotate the tip), but I guess that's right

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago

This has been my daily driver for a while now. I have a Mighty, it rarely gets touched unless I have company.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago

I second this and would add that if you’re a frequent user than go for the OmniVap.

I have a couple OmbiVaps and the M+ I started with. I like the M+, especially if it’s on the go but most of my use is at home and the Omni is better overall.

I have two ispire wands, one next to the couch (this is the on the go one if I travel) and another down next to the bed. We like to watch tv in bed before sleeping so when we go I throw my OmniVap in the stash case and take it with me.

I’d also recommend Dose Caps. I have a bunch from VGoodieZ. I fill a bunch at once and keep them in a tin for quick and easy reload.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago (1 children)

I know a lot of some people are chiming in and saying Arizer. I've had a Airizer Max for over 6 months now. It is without a doubt the worst vape I own. The airway path is constantly feeling like it's plugged with or without the screen. The glass chamber is hellish to keep clean which is another tick against it. It's like fighting a clogged pipe every time I try to take a drag compared to any other vape I've used.

My very first vape was a Healthy Rips Edge and besides it's small chamber it was an excellent piece of kit and unless they've changed since the 5 years ago that I had it I'd have no problems recommending anything by Healthy Rips. I also had a Utillian 722, which got the job done but wasn't very good for temperature adjustment it always seemed to be just on the edge of burning the herb no matter what temperature setting.

Since then I've had 2 S&B Mighty+. One of which started throwing errors after two plus years of use five times a day. Two emails with the Storz and Bickel warranty team and they sent me a brand new one in box no questions asked. That experience is what pushed me over the edge to try the Venty even though the damn thing was too expensive for my taste.

Just by coincidence my new Venty came today and I'll be trying that out after dinner. I have a wide variety of vapes and if you're willing to spend a little extra do yourself a favor and get a Storz and Bickel. They cost a little extra just starting out but they're worth it in the long run. My suggestion is try to find some older stock Crafty if it's something you'd like to try without dropping too big of a bundle.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago

I 2nd the sentiment that Arizer is garbage. Avoid at all costs.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago (1 children)

I recently purchased a POTV Xmax pro V3 and quite like it. it has a replaceable battery, an 18650, can charge with USB C. easy temperature control, heats up in about a minute. the chamber and battery both have magnetic attachments so it's easy to change weed or battery, they could be stronger but haven't fallen off during normal use for me. I paid less than 100 USD and think it's worth what I payed.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago

+1 for Xmax but my recommendation would be the starry v4.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago (1 children)

What kind of user would you consider yourself? Do you prefer longer sessions or quick extractions?

Portables have come a long way and there are multiple types of heating methodology. Some are faster or slower than others but offer smoother hits or larger chambers, etc.

If you're a discord user there's the EntExchange, if nothing else that might get you started on what's common- https://discord.com/invite/jtyKTaDZ

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Definitely smoother hits. Most of the time I just use it once a day before bed and would rather it be a calming experience instead of something high temp.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago (1 children)

Is portability a requirement or do you only plan on using it at home?

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago

Portable would be best or something that was pretty small. Currently we don't have a lot of space available. Something that could be kept in an end table drawer and easy to set up/ put away

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago (3 children)

Arizer. Solid Canadian company, they've been making vaporizers for a decades, and they have a wide selection of different types.

My (original) Arizer Air has gotten more use than I'm willing to admit over the past 5 years, and while it's starting to show its age, but still working without a hitch. If it gave out tomorrow, I'd go order the new Air (2? Max? not certain) with USB-C charging and a digital display, although neither of those features are essential!

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago

I bought a Solo 2 just last week and have been very impressed. Great battery life, great performance, looks good, and easy to use. Seems to be built like a tank, too. Very solid. I'd recommend based on my limited experience with it.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago* (last edited 7 months ago)

I use the Air Max, the battery lasts over 2 hours and you can switch to a second battery within seconds. I think Arizers have the best taste. No plastic parts in the airflow like the Mighty has. It came with an adapter for bongs.

[–] [email protected] 0 points 7 months ago

This post got me looking at their offerings again, and it looks like they have a $100 Air SE--if it's the same ceramic heater design I'd say it's well worth it