Discontinued The Firefly Vaporizer

[Vitolo]

It's all opinion.
Sorry. I can't answer that for you, someone else will have to.

 

[Adobewan]

Ok fair enough, would you consider a good replacement to retire my Solo and is the Vapor quality in your opinion better than the Solo?

No one should retire their Solo!

As Vito has mentioned they are two very different beasts. The Solo is more like the Inhalator, or even the Pinnacle Pro, in function than the Firefly.

Vapor quality on the Firefly is excellent, but due to the finer grind one may use in the Solo, one may get bigger clouds for a bit longer session.

The Firefly is a beautifully designed unit, both functionally and aesthetically. It quickly rose up the ranks of my vapes(see my sig), and while I would never retire my Solo, I haven't touched it, or any of my other vapes, since getting the Firefly.

Good luck with your decision!

 

[grokit]

If you dislike the solo's draw restriction the firefly will solve this, it's more of an open draw that you need to restrict yourself with draw technique rather than a milkshake through a straw experience.

 

[Cannabis Connoisseur]

Thanks guys. I'll start to watch this thread before making a decision

 

[ktom1991]

Get a firefly if you can afford one.

 

[ElPic]

I was intrigued by ElPic's suggestion so I ordered a three pack of the Iolite Wispr screens from VapeWorld. In general I have had no luck with any non-oem mods I've used on the FF...the Arizer baskets ruined the taste for me, a top screen seems to make the chamber too hot...but I figured the worst case scenario was losing 17 bucks.

They arrived yesterday, and man, what a find. They fit perfectly. They don't seem to add any heat (although I haven't used it yet on my Silver, just my Red, so I can't be sure what effects it might have on that particular device, though it fits both perfectly.) It keeps the floor of the bowl clean, eliminates the need for the bottom screen (and the attendant issues with removing, and re-installing the screen), keeps fine debris from slipping under the bowl edges, and in general makes the bowl much neater and compacted material doesn't build around the edges. It also pops out easily.

Doesn't seem to be a downside other than making the chamber slightly smaller due to the raised nature of the screen...but I didn't really notice it forcing me to use any less material. Overall, an *excellent* upgrade to the stock screens, the first non-stock thing I've done with the FF that works well for me, and I like it so much I'm going to order another half-dozen. As I said I need to see how it works in the Silver, but so far in the Red FF it's a stellar addition. Thanks to @ElPic for the awesome idea.

I'm glade you love it @mitchgo61!!!
You don't have to buy more screen, these thing are heavy duty!! I use the same one for 3 month now!!! I dipped in iso and it's like new.

 

[WildChild]

Can you still get your ABV dark brown using that screen? In other words, do you lose any heat with this mod? Thanks.

 

[ktom1991]

Just got my replacement firefly in the mail and had an excellent inaugural session with some golden goat! The taste of this strain through a brand new FF is out of this world. I've quickly forgiven the inconvenience of a broken firefly and remembered why I love this vape so much.

 

[fogbank]

I noticed that a lot of you guys have two Fireflys. I'm pretty new to vaping on a regular basis and can appreciate that a back-up could be necessary. Is that the main reason to own two?

That and VAS.

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[Mynameismud]

I'm glade you love it @mitchgo61!!!
You don't have to buy more screen, these thing are heavy duty!! I use the same one for 3 month now!!! I dipped in iso and it's like new.

Yeah still don't have any Yet but had the iolite and Wispr for years... Used the original screens that came in it the entire time in each. They clean up like new super fast in ISOISO

 

[mckeen]

"I ordered from Puffitup and got 'em for $12.71 +free shipping used coupon code: PUFFEDUP"

Thanks for the tip, steama, saved a few bucks too!

 

[mitchgo61]

Can you still get your ABV dark brown using that screen? In other words, do you lose any heat with this mod? Thanks.

Not that I've noticed...seems to leave taste and temp unaffected. I've only just this minute started using it in my Silver FF but so far so good.

 

[Raskin666]

"I ordered from Puffitup and got 'em for $12.71 +free shipping used coupon code: PUFFEDUP"

Thanks for the tip, steama, saved a few bucks too!

The iolite screens and wispr screens are the same? Which one is everyone getting? I have been reading on mobile ha

 

[Mrbinky]

Also, how would I install this screen?

 

[ElPic]

The iolite screens and wispr screens are the same? Which one is everyone getting? I have been reading on mobile ha

Iolite & wispr screens are the same. Here's the link for vapeworld but they got in pretty every vape store.
http://www.vapeworld.com/iolite-screens

Also, how would I install this screen?

Remove the original FF screen, and put this one in, screen on top.

 

[Mrbinky]

You mean, between the glass bowl and the metal plate? Do you have to disassemble the firefly to get it in there?

 

[ElPic]

You mean, between the glass bowl and the metal plate? Do you have to disassemble the firefly to get it in there?

No you don't have to disassemble anything, the wispr screen have the perfect size for the FF bowl, you just drop it in.
Picture in my post at page 81

 

[Custom Flower Hardware]

Ok fair enough, would you consider a good replacement to retire my Solo and is the Vapor quality in your opinion better than the Solo?

When I purchased the Firefly I was like WOW! This is the best! I still think that, but the solo is also the best! As Vitolo said, you can't really compare them because they are different in their own respect. I still use the heck out of the solo as well as the Firefly. The Firefly is more stealthy, the solo packs more of a punch. The firefly has some of the best flavor I've tried in a vape, the solo has great flavor as well but the load will go a lot further for a session. You're really comparing apples to apples, Just different, REALLY GOOD apples! I hope I helped more then confused you!

 

[WildChild]

Not that I've noticed...seems to leave taste and temp unaffected. I've only just this minute started using it in my Silver FF but so far so good.

Thank you, @mitchgo61

I'll have to give one of those a try. I still use a generic 1/2" screen in mine. Works well.

@ShayWhiteGrow

Couldn't have said it better myself. I completely agree.

Happy weekend, all!

 

[Mrbinky]

I purchased one as well. Cleaning the bits of ABV off the old screen is a pain, especially where it meets the bowl Hopefully this will make it easier.

The other place was sold out, so I got it from vapornation (also with %15 discount.) It looks somewhat different, but hopefully it is correct:

http://www.vapornation.com/iolite-replacement-screens.html

Question: is it really better to drill the holes? Will it make my draw harder without them?

 

[ElPic]

Question: is it really better to drill the holes? Will it make my draw harder without them?

No, I try this to see if it would make a difference, but nothing significant change.
You will have the same draw with the iolite screen that you got with the original firefly screen.
They just keep your unit cleaner if you use fine grind and they are really heavy duty. The only time you will need a second one, is if you loose one : )

 

[vapin baby boomer]

Try an air duster. That and a tissue dabbed in ISO and you will have a very clean FF in under a minute.

 

[PPN]

This vape seems very tasty but I don't understand why so much units was already sold in Classifieds....For example it's difficult or impossible to find an Xp in Classifieds...many peoples don't wants to keep it, why please?

 

[Quetzalcoatl]

This vape seems very tasty but I don't understand why so much units was already sold in Classifieds....For example it's difficult or impossible to find an Xp in Classifieds...many peoples don't wants to keep it, why please?

Perhaps they need the funds and their vaporizers are easily sold? Or they find that it doesn't fit their routine or doesn't get enough use so they try to get as much money back as possible. I don't think anyone's posting a huge sale on it because it's a pretty decent unit. As for the XP I understand that there have been ongoing issues with the Inhalater (that are being corrected in the new INH5), mostly with the USB ports wiggling loose. Other than that people really like it, so it's likely a combination of having a good vaporizer and an XP that isn't broken.

This vaporizer wouldn't comfortably fit into my routine. I can get 6 solid sessions out of my Arizer Solo with various temperatures, if I try to push it I think I could get 8, possibly 9, 12 minute sessions. I think I'd need to get a few extra batteries and the charger as well which would make it a costly purchase and somewhat inconvenient. I also don't want to have a fourth battery charger to keep track of. The battery pack on Solo is pretty easily replaceable. But we're digressing from the thread now...

I think you should let the thread speak for itself and not what people decide to do with their vaporizers outside of vaporizing! Money is tighter for some people, others don't like having unnecessary things around.

 

[Barryzuckerkorn]

This vape seems very tasty but I don't understand why so much units was already sold in Classifieds....For example it's difficult or impossible to find an Xp in Classifieds...many peoples don't wants to keep it, why please?

First post! But been here a while lurking.

As for them being in the classifieds. This hasn't even been out for that long. Many people on here have tons of vapes already. They buy the new ones that come out to try and decide it's not for them or they end up needing funds. Nothing new. I'm sure the indica vape will start popping up in the classifieds over the next few months as we'll and that's been getting solid reviews...

Also have had the FF for a few months now and love it. Thanks to everyone on her for helping me. Just got iolite screens for it and love it