The Herbalaire is a scientific grade convection vaporizer, it is very effective at producing efficient bag hits and is one of the most reliable units available.

The Herbalaire is a tower unit that uses passive convection to heat herbs. It can be used with a kit for whip hits directly from the unit but is more effective when used with a bag system. The Herbalaire is able to produce clean bag hits while vaporizing a minimum amount of plant matter. It does not have any digital controls or fan so is one of the more manual units on the market. However, the simplicity of its design contributes to its reliability. There are reports of Herbalaire’s lasting long past the 2 year warranty each one is sold with when properly maintained.

The Herbalaire is one of the older models of vaporizer still very popular among its enthusiasts. Its staying power is because the unit is extremely durable and well crafted and easy to keep running for a long time. The other advantage of the Herbalaire is that for what it does, efficient clean bag hits, it does very well. Some of the newer vaporizers undoubtedly have more features including digital controls and readouts, powerful fans, or fast heat up times.

While the Herbalaire does not match up in those areas as a durable efficient bag vaporizer it is more than adequate. A big part of the reason that it is so reliable is precisely because it is lacking many of the advanced features of alternative makes. Digital controls, fans, and any other moving part or gadget provides another opportunity for something to break along with convenience. Even though the Herbalaire is controlled with an analog dial it is still one of the easier vaporizers to use. Its notable efficiency is due to a special heating mechanism the Herbalaire is built with that maximizes the active herbal compounds in the the chamber.

Depending on your specific needs and preferences in a vaporizer the Herbalaire may not be for you. But if you want an extremely reliable unit for use with bags and want to make the most out of your herb the Herbalaire may be for you.

The Vapezilla is a whip style vaporizer that has performed well in the past. Recent models have undergone a manufacturing change and now the unit suffers from slow heat up times, noise, and other inconveniences.

The Vapezilla and the SuperVapezilla are whip style vaporizers that impressed many people in several competitions. Both models are forced air convection machines made by Wicked Roots, the only difference being the Super has digital controls and readout. Unfortunately that is as super as these machines get due to inferior manufacturing techniques that are being used for the current versions being sold. Many Vapezilla’s now feature an underpowered heating element, the primary component of a vaporizer, contributing the long heat up times and less durability.

If you want to purchase a Vapezilla make sure you pay special attention to the heating elements. Recent production changes mean that it may have a smaller ceramic heater which can take up to 20 minutes to reach herbal vaporization temperatures, especially in cold weather. The box construction also means that cool down times are long meaning this device results in extended sessions. Not long sessions just enjoying vapor but time spent waiting.The machine does eventually reach adequate temperatures and produce effective vapor after the wait.

There are reports of user modifications that can be done to improve some of these issues but that requires some dis-assembly and tinkering. For the price of the Vapezilla their are other vaporizers available that do not require any tool kit alterations to function well. If you come across the earliest Vapezilla vaporizers you are in for a good experience as they are high quality devices. Be wary of anything with the newer smaller heating element. If the vaporizer has a multi holed heating element it is an older quality model, otherwise it should be avoided.

The Vapor Genie is a specialized pipe that uses a ceramic filter to vaporize any packed herb instead of burning it. Probably the simplest vaporizer available it requires only an open flame and some patience.

The Vapor Genie is a vaporizer pipe. At first look it resembles the thousands of other combustion pipes available with a bowl chamber on the end of a tube. The difference is that while most pipes have open chamber that permit flame to directly contact and burn loaded plant material the bowl of the Vapor Genie is covered with a perforated flame resistant ceramic. This prevents contact and instead the temperature of the air in the chamber is gradually increased. The ceramic used is a very high quality and provides very clean hits.

The user holds an open flame near the ceramic cover, though not touching, and inhales. It takes several seconds to heat up but once it reaches the required temperature the user will start to taste the desired compounds. If the chamber gets too hot and begins burning the flame is simply moved further away and it will quickly cool. It is a very manual process and can take some getting used to but are relatively inexpensive. It does not have a display or sophisticated control mechanism but for 50 bucks and the cost of shipping you can be ingesting significantly less toxins then you are now with smoking.

The lighter styles most smokers use can contain toxic materials so vaporists who are concerned with health and safety will use specially designed lighters although any flame source will work. It is a very simple design with no moving parts. Units that have kept properly maintained have been known to last a very long time, if even comes with a lifetime guarantee. The quality of components used  including the metal screen and ceramic flame guard means it can continue providing clean hits as long as it is cleaned periodically.

If you currently enjoy smoking a pipe but want to find a healthier alternative or just want an affordable introduction to vaporizing the Vapor Genie is an excellent option. It does not have many of the features and uses of most of the vaporizers on the market but what it does do, provide portable flame powered convection vaporizer hits, it does very well.

Vapir Air One

Vapir vaporizers are small, easy to use units that can be used at home or on the go. The units are relatively inexpensive and have introduced many smokers the benefits of vaporization.

Vapir is a vaporizer manufacturer that makes a range of vaporization products including the Vapir Air One, Oxygen Mini, and Classic.They are one of the most popular producers of hand held and portable vaporizers and are known for providing a very affordable vaporization experience. They have forced air models that can be used to fill bags with vapor and several tube style designs. With the option to run their vaporizers on batteries or plugged into a wall or car socket there are not many places a Vapir will not work.

Both their hand held and table top units use convection to heat the herb to the desired temperatures. The heating element they use is metal in their units and is known for heating up quickly and maintaining a constant vaporization temperature. Several of their models, including their very popular Air One are built with digital controls and readouts. This can make it particularly easy to get started for novices who may be intimidated by the thought of having to find the right spot on an analog dial. The thermometer and controls are convenient but like most vaporizers finding the optimum setting really depends on the herb used, the vaporizer, and personal preference.

Vapir Mini Oxygen Vaporizer

Vapir vaporizers do require maintenance over time and some users insist on thorough cleaning components before use. The metal heating element can become dirty which can ruin the taste of the vapor produced and contribute toxins. Regular maintenance can help these devices last a long time depending on usage levels. For a stay at home model that you know will experience frequent and heavy usage there are some other models to consider but if you are new to vaporizing or need portability the Vapir is great.

quality and convenience

The Silver Surfer Vaporizer combines high quality materials with a convenient design to make a very nice vape.

The Silver Surfer is a whip style vaporizer with some unique design elements. Many whip or box style vaporizers require the herb to be vaporized to approach the heating element from above at a downward angle. This makes it very easy to spill bits of plant matter out of the bowl. The Surfer’s simple solution to this problem is to design the heating element at a downward angle. The bowl moves up towards the heat source with no chance of spilling any herb unless you have been using the Surfer too much.

The Surfer offers more than practical design, it is also constructed of high quality components. The heating element is ceramic which is widely considered to produce the cleanest vapor. The heat control mechanism is a knob that is manually turned. Although their is no display or digital controls the Surfer is  very easy to use. After firing it up and packing a bowl of your chosen herb it should be just a few minutes of adjusting until you find the right spot on the dial. After that you only have to return to that spot each time you are ready for a session. The design is a very sleek silver aluminum making it one of the more inconspicuous vaporizers.

Silver Surfer Vaporizers are solidly constructed. The manufacturer puts a 3 year warranty on them and most models last far beyond that. With regular maintenance and care these vaporizers are capable of working well for a very long time. The Silver Surfer is a good all around vaporizer for someone who is new to vaporization or anyone looking to step up from a cheaper model.