Best desktop vape for a blind person

[serrebi]

Hey guys I've owned the HerbalAire h3, AirvapeX, and the Tinymight1, but now the tinymight I bought in mid 2021 makes a screeching sound when I try to start it. I thought it might be the battery but I'm not so sure. I've tried fixing the situation with the text I've found on Reddit(pushing up the battery connections, fixing the connections for the motor)but still the same result. So I am investigating to buy a new vape. I'll probably try a new battery just in case, but that's my plan at the moment. I want a desktop vape with either analogue temp control, or some situation I could utilize without having to ask someone if I overshot the temps and such. I enjoyed my time with the HerbalAire, anything that compares nicely in that price range? It's between the airvape legacy pro and the Arizer XQ2 in my mind, but maybe I'm missing something. I've tried portable Arizer things, but my problem with them is the same as with the Airvape products. I found myself getting lost in what temperature I was on. Pax3: I'm an iOS user, and I'd have to only use the web interface with it. I read somewhere that it's restricted to Safari on computers only. Is this true or am I mistaken?
At least the Arizer XQ2 I'm considering has some presets I can get someone to set up. Wish there was more than two though, but at least I could plus or minus temps from there.
Thanks for any help you guys can give.

 

[cptofnthng]

A plenty maybe? Its a solid workhorse..
Anything where potential outer heat spots are avoidable.

 

[LesPlenty]

A plenty maybe? Its a solid workhorse..

I was going to suggest the same for a desktop due to the temp adjusting wheel and a Roffu used in on-demand mode with its haptic feedback when ready might work well also.
Another great option for a desktop would be a WoodScents as I rarely change the temp (voltage) with it.

 

[serrebi]

Thanks for the suggestion. It is in the list: Don't know how I overlooked it. As for the WoodScents I'm not so sure on it. I don't really like a non electric portable, so the dynavape thing doesn't do it for me. I'd be worried that the desktop part would also not be usable independently by me. I'm going off memory of the Dynavape thing, so maybe I'm wrong about it. Eds is great though. I used to own a solo1 I forgot to mention and I bought one of his wooden mouthpieces. It was great feeling, and nice for me that it wasn't made of glass since at the time I lived around tile. I didn't like the vape enough though. It didn't compare to the HerbalAire but that maybe could have been because of frustration.

 

[LesPlenty]

I suggested the WoodScents as Ed supplies an analog dimmer dial-type controller for the voltage control so that you could feel where the setting would be. I am not a fan of non electric vapes myself but Dynavaps can also be heated by an induction heater like a Wand or @Pipes IH (probably better due to the manual firing of the induction heater by mechanical means as you insert the stem)

 

[serrebi]

I don't wanna say I want an easy vape, but I don't think I want to screw with manual heating. I could probably learn it since I come from using a lighter but I'm used to electric convection style now, and I don't want to go back.

 

[LesPlenty]

electric convection style

The WoodScents is convection if you start pulling as soon as you put Ed's heater on the tip of your Dynavap stem (this replaces the bi-metallic DV clicker cap) or conduction if you wait before pulling.

 

[serrebi]

There's just to many unknowns for me to put down the price of that thing. It might be great, but I can imagine I'd just end up burning material under some false reasoning. That's my impression on it after watching some instructional videos on it. The Plenty looks like another device like the HerbalAire but with an added on demand thing. I am a little weary about the temperature range since it only goes to 390F, however I'm pretty sure 390F will get my AVB close to a powder, that might be good enough. Also, I could probably set it up completely independently like I could do with the other vapes I've bought in the past. Just hope it compares to the vapor quality I am used to. This is really helpful though: I'm glad I created this thread. Thanks for your suggestions!

 

[serrebi]

Got a recommendation from a blind person for the exQ2. I like it's temperature range better than the plenty. I'm still considering things, so if you think I should consider something let me know in this thread.

 

[Sativapo]

I would also recommend the woodscents. It has the manual dimmer with numbers you can feel on it. You can roast really dark like you like and it's very difficult to combust. and its mostly convection, almost exclusively if you don'tlet your tip heat soak.

 

[howie105]

I am going to suggest you look at the LSV from Elev8. It is a metal body analog convection vape that is nine inches long and an inch and three quarters in diameter. The ceramic heater and its glass vapor path are enclosed in a heat shield to prevent contact. The fittings are eighteen millimeters, so spoon loading is doable. Stock out-of-the-box hitting the vape is through a fragile glass stem, which is commonly replaced with a cheaper and more robust glass and silicone replacement. A knob is used to adjust the temperature, and it lacks tactile indicators, but a file nick on the knob and a punch divot in the aluminum body is a possibility. Load wise, I use between a half gram and two tenths of a gram with the stock glass, however smaller and larger loads are doable but usually with additional parts and fiddling. The warts, it's a cylinder body, and it rolls real well, so one has to make sure it is secure and not diving onto the floor. Routine cleaning is the draw stem and the screens, often done with an isopropyl alcohol soak and a tap water rinse. I don't know your preferences or resources, so no suggestions. In closing, if you have questions or want to consider a freestanding version of the LSV, let me know.

Use PDF http://7thfloorvapes.com/media/silversurfervap/docs/Life Saber Vaporizer Instruction Manual.pdf

 

[Grass Yes]

I do like the suggestion of a log as many have a manual dial to adjust them temperature. The Woodscents and enano both come with a dimmer dial. The couchlog has a pwm dial. None of these has great non-visual feedback on the position. Although I suspect you could figure out the position based on rotating it to the top and back down, similar to the tinymight dial. There are also VVPS that have a dial, but all I have used have no reasonable feedback.

Although most log vapes do require loading and managing a stem or bowl onto the heater. I am sure it could be managed easily by you but I could also see being more comfortable with a heater that is not exposed ever. Maybe the SSV or XQ2 would be better? I have no experience with either of those.

 

[serrebi]

I've already got my hands used to heat, so handling is not a concern for me. Just eas of use and vaper quality are my main concerns.

 

[Grass Yes]

I've already got my hands used to heat, so handling is not a concern for me. Just eas of use and vaper quality are my main concerns.

Cool, That was what I figured but I know some people prefer it the other way. I love logs so I sometimes recommend them too enthusiastically. :-)

 

[serrebi]

I don't doubt that it's good, based on the quality of the wooden parts from ed. Don't worry I know what you are recommending would be comparable, I'm just not sure if it'd be for me myself. Reminds me of ball vapes. Might be fine for me if someone puts one together for me, and explains it in person, but probably not something I should just gamble with.

 

[Abele Rizieri Ferrari]

None of these has great non-visual feedback on the position.

I only have a CouchLog so don't know about other's devices controllers but I think with a short period of assisted dialing in this issue could easily be resolved. By adding something like a piece of tape at the margin wherein you set your temp (lower part of the controller), and taping something like part of a toothpick where the "arrow" of the dial is placed (upper part of the controller).

The smaller margin makes it easier to decrease and increase temp within the reach one uses it (reading the thread and from my own experience that might be only 20% of the total 10 numbers on the dial). It also allows a safe range where combustion should be able to be prevented. And the tactile feedback on the upper part allows it easier to find the desired margin and to navigate within that margin.

 

[666Honeybadger]

I don't really have good suggestions for your next purchase but just wanted to reply on this part of your post:

now the tinymight I bought in mid 2021 makes a screeching sound when I try to start it. I thought it might be the battery but I'm not so sure. I've tried fixing the situation with the text I've found on Reddit(pushing up the battery connections, fixing the connections for the motor)but still the same result.

The TM is considered quite durable and if you bought it new from a reputable dealer or straight from Tinymight you do have a warranty.
And even if your problem isn't covered by the warranty they still have a repair service so i think they can help you out to get your TM back running like it should.
I've read on the TM-thread that they also offer a deal where you can send in your TM1 to upgrade to a TM2 with a nice discount so maybe that's also something to consider.

Ofcourse you can still research and buy a desktop vape but imo your TM1 shouldn't be giving you those problems, especially if it's only two years old....

 

[onesixty2]

I’ll throw another +1 in for a couchlog for a couple reasons. The heat shield is just a great safety measure for a desktop vape, it has a nice small form factor that is warm in your hands (I like that part of the ritual), and once you get the dial set for a temperature you enjoy, you can just leave it there plugged in forever.

Also the bottom of the CL is magnetic. Super handy for keeping in place and feeling comfortable with knowing it won’t get knocked over unexpectedly.

 

[serrebi]

I've emailed the TinyMight people, and gave them my order number. We'll see how that goes.

 

[Haze Mister]

A vape that can you just set and forget. Someone could maybe help you set it to your preferred temperature. Most log vapes should fit the bill. I had my e-nano's analog dial fixed in position with rubber bands to prevent accidental turning because it literally was a single setting device for me. It just worked at that temperature and that was all there was to it.

Portables are less reliable IMO.

 

[serrebi]

I'm one of these people who likes to change the temps though. I start at 350F or there around and then I plus 15 degreese, and go up to 410F. So being able to modify the temperature easily, and not lose track of it is really important to me.

 

[Haze Mister]

Maybe something with a clicky dial so you can count the stops on the dial.

 

[serrebi]

Well I don't have any issues using the TinyMight's dial, or the HerbalAire's. The buttons will work out fine for me I think even though it's a bit different. I heard an audio demo of the q2 and I found out the temperature gage has a beep stop at the top and bottom of the temps.

 

[onesixty2]

I'm pretty confident if you got in contact with the maker of the couchlog, he'd make the temp dial more readable for where the temp steps are. Chris is a great guy, and has always been responsive in the couchlog thread, in the "Plug In vape" section of the forums. I haven't personally temp stepped with my CL, but I have no doubt it would perform great at it, just might need a couple minutes to step up.

The other options I can speak towards would be the TM2, and a Volcano.. but I re-read your first post, and yeah the iOS app for that was removed by the appstore. There are webapp versions, but yep, typically shit for screen readers.

If you get your TM1 fixed / upgraded to a TM2, I think you'll be very happy. I never had a TM1, but I love my TM2 and everyone who upgraded from a 1 seems to say it is just overall a better output.

 

[Shit Snacks]

I've emailed the TinyMight people, and gave them my order number. We'll see how that goes.

Yeah I was going to say the TM2 is a really nice improvement, still very effective and versatile, you were already used to TM, and I think it is still your best option out of all of these mentioned honestly if you do did like it