When you decide to purchase your first (or second or fifth) vaporizer, you will quickly notice that there are now a variety of brands and models on the market. But which device is right for you? In this article we would like to give you a guide that explains what you need to consider when purchasing.
Vaporizers, also called vapes or (herbal) vaporizers, differ not only in design, price and quality, but also in their functionality. That's why it's important to find out about the most important features before buying.
WHAT DOES A VAPORIZER DO?
In principle, vapes all work the same: through a constant supply of heat, the various organic ingredients of herbs (or waxes/oils) are activated and dissolved from the plant material without burning it. This is very low in pollutants, low in odor and discreet.
CONVECTION OR CONDUCTION – WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE AND WHICH HEATING METHOD IS BETTER?
A vaporizer can differ in two heating methods: conduction and convection. Conduction vaporizers heat the heating chamber that is in direct contact with your herbal material. With convection heating technology, an element under the heating chamber heats the air drawn in and extracts active ingredients from the plant material as it flows through the chamber. The two methods differ in terms of vapor density, intensity and aroma. Which heating method is better for a vaporizer? That depends on your preferences. In our article “Convection vs. Conduction” We have explained the two heating techniques in detail and compared the advantages and disadvantages of the two heating methods for you,
The ZEN Stilus Vaporizer Pro
OUR CHECKLIST FOR BUYING A VAPORIZER
What should you pay attention to when buying a vaporizer?
First and foremost: high-quality materials as they provide more security
As the market for vaporizers has grown significantly in recent years, there are unfortunately many counterfeit and inferior products available. In the worst case scenario, with incredibly cheap products, the battery can burst into flames. That's why it's important to pay close attention to which provider sells the vaporizer and how much information they reveal about their device (product counterfeiters tend not to provide any product information or they don't have their own website with contact information).
Warranty and support from the manufacturer
Good vapes, from trustworthy brands, usually have a warranty period of 1 to 2 years. Within this time, you should be able to return your broken vaporizer to the company without much hassle and receive either a free repair or a new device. Each brand has its own terms and conditions. If questions arise about the product or use, it is also an advantage if the manufacturer offers a support service. This can be done either through a hotline, website chat or email.
Wear parts can be ordered individually
Like any consumer item, a vape also has its wear parts. That's why you should purchase a product for which parts are also available individually. This includes, for example, batteries, mouthpieces and sieves.
Replaceable and powerful battery
As already mentioned, the battery is also a wearing part. You should definitely choose a device that has a replaceable and powerful (approx. 3200 mAh) battery. If the battery is installed in the vape and it suddenly stops working, you can throw away the entire vaporizer or you have to send it to the manufacturer to be replaced and go without it for a few days. Probably the biggest advantage of a replaceable battery is the flexible use even on the go. If you forget to fully charge your device again, simply grab your spare battery and the day is saved.
Individually expandable accessories
It is always an advantage if your vaporizer can be individually expanded. These can be accessories such as charging adapters, different mouthpieces, oil & wax chambers, herb dosing chambers or bong adapters.
Removable mouthpiece
No matter what herbs or waxes you vape, unsightly deposits will build up on the mouthpiece after a while. Therefore, make sure that the mouthpiece is removable. You can either soak it in cleaning solution or simply clean it with a brush or cotton swab. If the mouthpiece breaks or you simply want to replace it, it is important to be able to reorder it individually.
Simple operation or display with understandable information
It doesn't necessarily have to be a fancy LED display, as long as the operation is intuitive and uncomplicated. If you value having full control over your device, you should get one with a display, as you can see the exact charge level, temperature, operating mode, heating process, duration of your session, etc. The last thing you want to do when vaping is guessing what you have set or when the next time your battery will die out of the blue.
Flexible charging options
Make sure you can charge your vape quickly and untethered. For this purpose, at least one built-in micro USB port should be available. The newer devices on the market can already be charged via USB-C. This means you can charge your vaporizer anywhere there is a USB interface. We hope that we were able to give you a little help with your vape purchase and wish you a lot of fun with your new vaporizer!
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