testing various types of plugin and portable marijuana vaporizers

Volcano Vaporizer Review: 94%

Precise German engineering, Volcano is the gold standard of premium vapes.

Magic Flight Launch Box Review: 98%

Ready in seconds, this stealthy portable vaporizer is just $120.

Pax Portable Vaporizer Review: 91%

Powerful, huge oven, nice battery life; the premium portable.

Da Buddha Vaporizer Review: 91%

Fast and durable, it’s the most affordable vape under $200.

Compare Vaporizers

Compare features, price, ease of use and efficiency with our accurate ratings and detailed reviews of the best and worst portable and plugin vaporizers.

	
Magic-Flight Launch Box 98%/100
5 sec
→ Magic-Flight Launch Box✓ Highly Recommended A beautifully simple, tiny wooden box; fastest warm-up; super efficient; most discreet portable; uses rechargeable AA battery; lifetime warranty … Read full review
2012-04-02

Volcano Classic 94%/100
2 min
→ Volcano Classic✓ Highly Recommended Precise control of temperature for maximum efficiency; engineered and made in Germany; easy to use; large vapor bag is great for medicating with friends; a long-term value … Read full review
2012-04-02

Volcano Digit 94%/100
2 min
→ Volcano DigitWe favor the Volcano Classic over the Digit as there are fewer things that can go wrong with a simple knob, plus it saves a few bucks … Read full review
2012-04-02

Da Buddha 91%/100
2 min
→ Da Buddha✓ Highly Recommended Durable and designed for regular use; stays cool; nice temperature knob adjustments; quick warm-up; very affordable … Read full review
2012-04-02

Pax 91%/100
30 sec
→ Pax✓ Highly Recommended Powerful hits from this small package; slick and stealthy; Apple-like in design and quality; long battery life; large herb capacity; three adjustable temperatures; 10-year warranty … Read full review
2012-07-21

Arizer Extreme 89%/100
2-10 min
→ Arizer ExtremeVersatile: use either vapor tube or balloon bag; strong vapor hits; remote control; optional battery makes it portable; an affordable Volcano alternative … Read full review
2012-04-02

Arizer Solo 88%/100
90 sec
→ Arizer SoloMedium-sized portable that delivers steady and thick clouds; 7 temperatures offer nice range; not super stealthy and glass tube adds a few inches, but still a great vaporizer; good battery life … Read full review
2012-12-29

iolite 85%/100
3 min
→ ioliteSlim and easy-to-use; good air flow when inhaling; sturdy design; nice temperature setting keeps herb from burning … Read full review
2012-04-02

Wispr 82%/100
1 min
→ WisprLooks like a toy radio; fast warm-up time; lightweight; silent operation; interesting design … Read full review
2012-04-02

Vapir no2 81%/100
1 minute
→ Vapir no2Nice digital temperature display and easy-to-use buttons; fast warm-up; full charged in 2-3 hours, lasts 2 hours of use … Read full review
2012-04-02

Hot Box 76%/100
15 min
→ Hot BoxDecent starter vape; reliable over years of use; we’d recommend upgrading to Da Buddha for adjustable temperature in a better designed case … Read full review
2012-04-02

Thermovape 71%/100
10 sec
→ ThermovapeDurable; can be boiled clean to remove sticky resin; works with oils and concentrates; slim, modern design; stealthy … Read full review
2012-04-02

PUFFiT 67%/100
30 sec
→ PUFFiTLooks like asthma inhaler; recharge via USB; 8 temperature settings; one charge = 30 heat cycles or about 80 hits … Read full review
2012-07-19

Vapor King 28%/100
30 sec
→ Vapor King✗ Not Recommended These cheapie wooden vaporizers tend to last about 6 months of use and then stop working. Save your money … Read full review
2012-04-02

VaporGenie 9%/100
→ VaporGenie✗ Not Recommended Hard to use and requires wasteful lighters; bulky; spend your money on a quality portable vape with rechargeable batteries instead … Read full review
2012-04-02