Buyers Guide for Dry Herb Vaporizers

Are you new to dry herb vaporizers and the act of vaping? Do you find yourself overwhelmed with options and just cannot decide which model to go with? Read our guide below for detailed answers to the common questions buyers ask during their search for a dry herb vaporizer. Continue further to read the detailed reviews, descriptions and comparisons of the popular dry herb vaporizers offered on our website.

by: Joe C. | 09/14/16 1:30PM

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Is the act of dry herb vaping for you?

Part I: 5 Questions to ask before you buy a Dry Herb Vaporizer

1. Am I looking to get True Vaporization or Combustion from my vape?

In short, True Vaporization is the healthier alternative to traditional smoking methods. During True Vaporization, dry herbs are heated by hot air, so instead of smoke you get vapor. Combustion is what occurs when a flame or a red-hot coil makes contact with dry herbs. The herbs will burn and release smoke as opposed to vapor. Be sure to use a herb grinder to prep your dry herb for best practices

1a. True Vaporization

Demand for dry herb vaporizers that deliver true vaporization has exploded over the past few years because it is the new, healthier way of smoking that everyone is talking about. Most of these vaporizers will house a ceramic heating chamber—the chamber is what the dry herbs are packed into. As the heating chamber heats up, the dry herbs are evenly heated by hot air. As the herbs continue to heat, the aromas will lift off its surface in the form of vapor. As this process continues, and especially as you increase the temperature, the herbs will break down and turn brown in color, but they will not turn to ash.

Examples of True Vaporization Vapes:

E-CLIPSE
Titan 2
Flowermate V5.0S Pro

1b. Combustion

Combustion vaporizers are a more convenient way of smoking, as opposed to the true vapes that provide a healthier alternative to smoking. With your combustion vape, dry herbs are packed into a ceramic chamber similar to the true vapes, but instead of being heated by air, the herbs are heated by the direct touch of a red-hot coil at the bottom of the heating chamber.

Examples of Combustion vapes:

AGO dry herb vaporizer
AGO Jr

2. Do I want a portable vaporizer or a desktop vaporizer?

Once upon a time, the larger desktop vaporizers were your only choice and they dominated the vape scene. Nowadays, when shopping for a new vaporizer, most people go straight for the portable vapes. When technology was at its low, a big bulky desktop vape was your only choice. But now with advances in technology, the vape industry has a lot more to offer.

2a. Portable Vaporizers

Portable vaporizers are the latest popular electronic gadgets, and for good reason. They are lightweight, small enough to fit in a pocket or purse, and can be operated with one hand. Just charge your vape before you hit the road and you’ll have a discreet, reliable piece of technology that can be used almost anywhere.

Examples of Portable Vaporizers:

E-CLIPSE
Titan 2
Flowermate V5.0S Pro

2b. Desktop Vaporizers

Desktop vaporizers are larger and heavier than their portable vape counterparts. The functionality is similar to a portable vape, but the desktop stays at home. They cannot be used on the go and they typically rely on a wall outlet for power—besides portability, the biggest difference with the desktop is how it is powered and its lifespan. Portable vaporizers rely on internal batteries that store energy while charging. Overtime, any battery that stores energy will degrade and eventually stop taking a charge in time. Most portable vaporizers will last a long time, but the desktop vaporizers will always outlast them.

Examples of Desktop Vapes:

Volcano

3. Am I looking for full temperature control or fixed temperature settings?

The main function of a dry herb vaporizer is to heat dry herbs. As you browse for a new vaporizer, you’ll notice your options include vapes that give you full control over the temperature while others offer a few ideal fixed temperature settings to switch between.

3a. Full Temperature Control

A vaporizer that gives you full temperature control will usually be equipped with an LED or OLED screen to display the battery meter, different temperature readings and other important information. With the push of a button or the tap of a finger, you can adjust the temperature up or down by a single degree. Not all dry herbs are created equally—some are denser and dryer than others. If you want the ability to fine tune your vaping experience by a single degree, then make sure your vape has full control.

Vape heating up to the perfect temperature

Examples of Vaporizers with Full Temperature control:

E-CLIPSE
Titan 2
Flowermate V5.0S Pro

3b. Fixed Temperature Settings

You don’t need full control of the temperature to have an enjoyable time vaping. Most vapes in this category come with 3-5 heat settings ranging from the high 200s to the mid 400s. For example, the Titan 1 we offer has 3 settings—360°F, 380°F, 420°F. The VT 1.0 has the most fixed settings of any vape in this category—10 settings.

Examples of Vaporizers with Fixed Temperature settings:

Titan 1
VT 1.0
Flowermate V5.

4. Do I want a vaporizer that can also vape Oil and Wax?

Part of the growth behind portable vaporizers can be attributed to the introduction of oils, e liquids and wax concentrates. There are plenty of options out there if you need a dry herb vape, a wax vape or vapes for your oils. But you can also find a versatile vaporizer that will accommodate all three products—herbs, wax and oil.

A versatile vape that can handle herbs, wax and oil will accommodate each product with different chamber attachments. A chamber for the herbs will be different than a chamber for oil—an herb chamber is typically a hallowed ceramic chamber either with or without an exposed coil at the bottom; oil is typically housed in a glass-type chamber and is heated by a wick and coil. We recommend always using a separate chamber for each product—never mix.

5. Am I looking for a vape with certain functions or features?

Vaporizers come in all shapes, sizes, colors and abilities. Most dry herb vapes are offered in just a few basic colors such as black, blue and silver. Although you can easily travel with all portable vapes, some are more portable than others—some can easily fit in your pocket without an issue while others may be a little bulky.

Beyond the look and feel of your vaporizer, you’ll need to consider how you want the vaporizer to perform—how quickly does it heat up? How much control over the temperature do I have? Will the battery easily last me all day (the higher the mAh, the more energy a battery can store)? Do I want an LCD screen, Bluetooth or some other function?

Part II: Dry Herb Vaporizer Reviews and Descriptions:

E-CLIPSE Vaporizer

Portable Vaporizer
True Vaporization
Full Temperature Control (300°F – 435°F)
Battery Energy Capacity (2200mAh)
OLED Screen
Vaporizer Size - L x W x H (1.5 x .75 x 3.75 inches)

E-CLIPSE Vaporizer Review

The E-CLIPSE dry herb vaporizer is the latest in vape technology—it is a ‘Must Have’ for everyone. This vaporizer combines portability, reliability and style better than its peers. Sleek, lightweight and under 4 inches, the E-CLIPSE can fit in the palm of your hand and easily slide in and out of the pocket.

The buttons to control the temperature are easy-to-use and have a quality-feel while using them. The OLED screen is very easy to read and displays all the information you need such as the battery meter, current temperature and desired temperature. The vape is compact and discreet but it still comes with a 2200mAh battery that can easily last you all day and night.

Buy the E-CLIPSE here

Flowermate V5.0S Pro

Portable Vaporizer
True Vaporization
Full Temperature Control (104°F – 446°F)
Battery Energy Capacity (2600mAh)
LCD Display Screen
Vaporizer Size - L x W x H (2.25 x .75 x 3.75 inches)

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Flowermate V5.0S Vaporizer Review

The Flowermate brand has a strong track record for producing nothing but quality vaporizers that will outlast most of the competition. The Pro has the same solid feel as the original V5.0S but is now equipped with an LCD screen that displays the current heating chamber temperature, the desired temperature and a battery meter.

The Flowermate Pro continues to expand on the tradition of top-quality with how quickly it can heat up. It is one of the fastest heating times we have come across and the Pro can reach a max temperature of 446°F in just 30 seconds. You’ll be able to enjoy this amazing vaporizer all day and night, and for a long time too, thanks to the two Samsung lithium-ion batteries that power this device.

Buy the Flowermate V5.0 Pro here

Titan 2 Dry Herb Vaporizer

Portable Vaporizer
True Vaporization
Full Temperature Control (200°F – 428°F)
Battery Energy Capacity (2200mAh)
LED Screen
Vaporizer Size - L x W x H (1 x 1 x 4.5 inches)

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Titan 2 Vaporizer Review

The Titan 2 vaporizer for dry herbs is one of the best values you can find. For those looking for a quality vaporizer, but not the higher-end stuff, this is for you at under $50. The Titan 2 is extremely lightweight, feels very good in the hands and comes with complete temperature control.

The ceramic heating chamber is a good size and the draw from the mouthpiece is smooth—the kit comes with silicone mouthpiece extension sleeves that are great to use while vaping, especially during long vape sessions.

Buy the Titan 2 here

Flowermate V5.0S

Portable Vaporizer
True Vaporization
3 Fixed Temperature Settings (385°F, 400°F, 415°F)
Battery Energy Capacity (2600mAh)
LED Screen
Vaporizer Size - L x W x H (2.25 x .75 x 3.75 inches)

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Flowermate V5.0S Vaporizer Review

You cannot go wrong if you decide to go with this vaporizer. In the class of ‘dry herb vaporizers for $99.99’, pound for pound, the Flowermate V5.0S sits at the top. The long-term durability is some of the best and the overall quality is in line with the rest of the Flowermate products.

Buy the Flowermate V5.0S here

Titan 1 Dry Herb Vaporizer

Portable Vaporizer
True Vaporization
3 Fixed Temperature Settings (360°F, 380°F, 420°F)
Battery Energy Capacity (2200mAh)
LED Screen
Vaporizer Size - L x W x H (.875 x .875 x 4.75 inches)

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Titan 1 Vaporizer Review

The Titan 1 has been around since the early days and it is a veteran in the dry herb vape market. The thin, cylinder-like shape makes it ideal for handling while traveling. You can operate the vape with a single button and single LED light. The chamber is metal and is very easy to pack and clean out. The Titan 1 has three different temperature settings ideal for vaping your dry herbs and utilizes a micro usb to charge easily charge while on the go.

Buy the Titan 1 here

AGO Dry Herb Vaporizer

Portable Vaporizer
Combustion
Direct Coil Heat
Battery Energy Capacity (650 mAh)
LED Screen
Vaporizer Size - L x W x H (.5 x .5 x 6.25 inches)

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AGO Vaporizer Review

The AGO has been around for a long time and its slim, pen-shaped design make it a staple in the vaporizer world. It is composed of three main parts—the battery, the chamber and the mouthpiece. The heating chamber is ceramic and an exposed coil on the bottom heats and burns the herbs—therefore defining the AGO as a combustion vape. However, by using a glass screen in between the coil and herbs, you can achieve true vaporization. But this vape was really designed for those that enjoy smoking and are not looking for a healthier option. The AGO is a more techy, convenient way to get your smoke on, especially in certain conditions—imagine snowboarding on a cold, windy wet day in the mountains. Instead of a lighter you can get your vape on with the press of a button.

Special Note: Although the AGO is a combustion vape, with the use of 1 or 2 glass screens you can achieve True Vaporization. Just place 1 or 2 glass screens at the bottom of the heating chamber to separate the herbs from coil. Without direct contact to the hot coil, the herbs will heat and brown instead of turning to ash. Get your glass vape screens here.

Buy the AGO here

Micro Vape Pen

Portable Vaporizer
Combustion
Direct Coil Heat
Battery Energy Capacity (2200mAh)
LED Screen
Vaporizer Size - L x W x H (.7 x .375 x 4 inches)

Micro Vaporizer Review

The Micro Vape gained its popularity as a wax vape pen. Its shape, size and overall design make it a very portable and a very widely used vaporizer pen. Given the demand for this style, we released a dry herb version. With this vape, herbs are packed into coils that screw into the battery. You can simply change them out by screwing and unscrewing them. Especially when traveling, it is best to pre-pack a few of the chambers since the chamber does not have a very large capacity. And just like the AGO, at the bottom of these coils is an exposed coil that heats and burns the dry herbs. Unlike the AGO, this chamber is too small to hold a glass screen to separate the herbs from the coil.