Jan 14, 2014, 2:51 pmNov 30, 2016, 1:13 pm My local head shop says the Pax Ploom is its top-selling vaporizer, so naturally I wanted to check it out.On first glance, its allure is obvious: The handheld smoking device resembles a bulky iPod player, with a shimmering brushed aluminum case, an indicator light on the front and minimal branding on the back.Not typically swayed by form over function, I found myself immediately attracted to the machine’s sexy Apple-knockoff stylings.Designed for cannabis flowers, the Pax Ploom is remarkably simple, and the design is ingenious.If I didn’t know better, I wouldn’t have even guessed it was pot paraphernalia.Read more Cannabist gear reviews on products from VaporGenie, Sasquatch Glass, O.penVape and others.Push the top of the device and out pops the mouthpiece while simultaneously turning on the machine.The other end contains the cannabis chamber and heating element, and the cover is held in place by magnets — a gentle push pivots the cap just enough to pull it off and pack the pot.

The handheld vaporizer takes about 30 seconds to heat up, and is ready when the front indicator light turns green.msp vaporizerMy first inclination was to pack the chamber loosely, but later learned the device prefers a tight pack.atmos orbit vaporizer kitThe vaporizer has a single button — accessed by pulling off the mouthpiece — to change the heat settings between low, medium and high.e cigarette seahamThe Cannabist is currently accepting marijuana gear for review purposes.vicks vaporizer v188 instruction manualOnce packed properly and allowed to heat up, the Pax Ploom produced noticeable vapor without scorching the cannabis.vaporite vaporizer vr-005

A freshly packed chamber will last five to 10 puffs or more, depending on the heat setting and user’s lung capacity.sapphyre voyager vaporizerThe unit requires a decent draw of air, which wasn’t a problem for me, but might be for users without decent lung capacity.vaporizer per nachnahme bestellenThe lithium-ion battery requires 90 minutes to charge via the included docking station; a charge will last up to two hours.iqos amber labelThe Pax Ploom retails for $249, putting it on the pricier side of portable vaporizers.vaporizer bochumBut pot people want pretty paraphernalia, and beyond its sexy form, the Pax Ploom functions marvelously for on-the-go flower aficionados.

We are constantly searching for the latest and greatest cannabis-friendly products to review and share with you, the reader.A big thank you goes out to Crater for making this review possible.It’s important to mention that Crater Vaporizers are only available in Europe, Canada and Australia though.For all our American readers, I would suggest checking out This Review.The Crater 3000 USB is the latest installment in the Crater vaporizer product line, boasting a longer lasting 3000mAh lithium ion battery.You may notice some similarities between the Crater vape and the original Pax, and you wouldn’t be wrong.The Crater 3000 is virtually the exact same as the original Pax, the only real difference we found was the LED light design and the price.Coming in at £139 (about $210 USD) it is a slightly cheaper alternative to the Pax.The Crater vape is very user friendly, almost anyone could unbox this thing and use it without any help from the user manual.It has 2 ‘buttons’, the mouthpiece, which has a very mechanical feel compared to some other vapes.

The second button is found underneath the mouthpiece, it is used to choose between the 3 temperature options.Expect to get around 6 or 7 sessions (12-15 minutes each) from each charge.Checking your battery life is as simple as giving the Crater a quick shake while it’s on.Green blinking lights on the front means you are charged and ready to rock, yellow lights means you are at half battery life, and red means you should be charging your vape right away.Registering your Crater on their site provides you with a lifetime warranty, but it is rather limited as to what it covers.Basically, it covers any defects in the materials or manufacturing, any damage or battery degradation isn’t covered.A great looking / working vaporizer for a good price.The Crater vape is very easy to use and clean, but it comes with a very detailed user guide complete with pictures just in case.Cleaning is a breeze with the Crater, between the alcohol wipes and pipe cleaners you can get at every nook and cranny quite easily.

The oven area isn’t too deep, allowing the herb to be heated evenly.No need to open it up halfway through your sesh to mix things up.A longer battery life is a welcome addition to the Crater vape line.Get a full day of use from the Crater with a full charge, when it’s dead, it only takes 2 hours to get back to a full.Using the second temperature setting (200 degrees Celsius according to the manual) the vapor is quite cool by the time it hits your lips.Although this may have something to do with one of the cons listed below.The big con with Crater vapes is the fact that they don’t ship to the United States.Hopefully this changes soon.I received the USB model which has a mini-USB connection right on the side of the vape.Not a big deal really, but it does take away from the sleek design, and I would worry about getting liquid in it.When drawing from the Crater you are met with little resistance, which is a good thing.I feel it is pulling in air from somewhere that isn’t the oven.So the draw is rather robust, but I never really feel like I get a full vapor hit.

This could be a pro for some, the draws are smoother and less intense because of this, making it perfect for sensitive tokers.Now I am getting nit-picky, but the oven lid poses a bit of a problem when it comes to keeping it clean.There is a very narrow, deep ridge around the oven lid, it’s just asking to be filled with sticky little bits of herb.A toothpick would easily clean it out, but it’s something I would rather not have to do.Lastly, and this is due to the mechanical nature of the mouthpiece, but I don’t like the fact that you have to semi-regularly lubricate the mouthpiece.It’s just one more thing to do in order to keep the vape working like new.Yes it’s simple and takes about 8 seconds, but I have to find cons somewhere.If you want to get a top quality portable vaporizer for an affordable price, the Crater 3000 is a fantastic option!Yes there are more ‘refined’ vapes out there, but you will be paying $50 – $100 more, and the end result will be the same.Anyone in Europe, Canada or Australia interested in trying out a portable vape should start with the Crater.