The high from different strains of flower are never the same. It's an agricultural product, so there's variation. However, the high from the tincture I make from the ABV from various strains combined is pretty much always the same. That's expected since the absorption process for digesting...
"For what it's worth, I don't give a hoot about "taste."
Many, if not most, people on FC value the flavor of vaporizing dry flower. It's a crucial benefit for me. If you don't care about flavor you should probably stick to your current method and not waste money on dry herb vapes.
I water cure all the time
THC is not water soluble, so you don’t lose anything in the process. I water cure in a French press until the water is clear. it’s a good way to eliminate that nasty green taste.
It’s interesting to observe how we evolve as consumers. In my early days, I simply wanted get high. But I’ve since adjusted my consumption pattern to conform to my lifestyle, rather than the opposite.