Help Me Chose Between These Models

[Caligula]

I dont think the Nano is on sale, only the EV2. I can tell you, though, that its worth every penny of that $200.

@iwen only if you stick your fingers down inside the wood to get to the heater core. Its recessed and impossible to burn yourself with unless you purposely go poking around inside there with bare fingers. Then again at the same time the Nano has heat adjustability so it doesnt have to be sitting at 400*F all the time if left on.

 

[Kief]

Does anyone know of a discount on the nano model? I like the size of it but not necessarily $50+ more.

I believe there's still a FC coupon code that gives you 5% off and a few upgrades... found it, "FCLOVE" is the code if it still works. If you don't mind waiting a bit, I'm sure there will be a great sale on 4/20.

 

[Tweak]

I have two little rug rats running around, a 6 yo and a 1.5 yo, so I see where you are coming from webMistress.

The Solo sounds like it would work well for you, it is the only vaporizer my wife will touch when I'm not home. You can preload the stems and cap them, so when it is time for a session, just power the Solo on, let it heat up for a couple minutes, then slide the stem in and start sucking. 12 minutes later, the Solo shuts off automatically and by that time you should have a spent bowl. Pretty simple.

If during the session you are interrupted, the Solo can easily be hidden with the stem still in place, as long as it has no chance of something hitting the glass. And if you really need to, the Solo can go with you from room to room.

The only thing that concerns me is your Asthma. The Solo does have a lot of resistance, it is nothing like hitting a normal bowl. As long as you let the vapor flow and don't try to force more pull than it lets you, you might be fine.

I prefer my E-Nano hits when I have the time (flavor and size), but the best results come when the e-nano is preheated, which may or may not be a problem for you. Sounds like you could leave it on the shelf and crank the heat when needed. I'm loving the nano, much simpler and less bulky to use than my SSV.

Choosing just one is a tough choice.

Maybe the Lotus would be a good choice, it is on my to try list. Cheap price, instant vapor, portable, and is easily adapted to a water pipe. Speaking of water, with your condition I would suggest budgeting for a small bubbler. The cheap $30 D020 would work well with any you choose and is pretty small compared to other bubblers.

Good luck on your choice. Keeps us informed. I really hope you do convert to vapor, not only for the smell but for the health reasons and conservation.

 

[webMistress]

Thank you @Tweak - that was a very helpful response.

I'm definitely looking forward to vaporizing - smoking is hurting my lungs for sure.

 

[Tweak]

I'm definitely looking forward to vaporizing - smoking is hurting my lungs for sure.

The sooner the better then,

One of the nice things about trying the Lotus/Solo/LSV/E-nano is they are so popular here that if you decided that the vaporizer is not to your liking, you could easily trade or sell it to another member with just a little bit of lost $$, pretty much a rental fee.

So I wouldn't fret over your first choice. Just take the dive, you really can't go wrong with any choice listed. You just might find later that a different model fits your style a bit better.

 

[webMistress]

So now I'm between the LSV & Nano. LSV is winning on price. Nano is more inconspicuous & I like the fact I can leave it on & take a draw as needed.

A few follow up questions to help me decide. Hubby may have to be the tie breaker.

1. Is one of these less smelly than the other?

2. Is one of these better at CBD extraction? Or are they pretty much the same?

3. @Caligula Where did you get the oil diffuser? I didn't see it on the Epicvape site.

 

[deadheadbill]

I think they are both equal in those cases.

Honestly, in looking at your needs as much as I love my LSV, I think the nano is best for you.

 

[EveryDayAmnesiac]

If you're set on one of these two, the Nano would probably suit you a little better.

The LSV is a fine unit, but the Nano would be a little more subtle. And I agree, they are pretty much equal in those cases.

 

[Caligula]

So now I'm between the LSV & Nano. LSV is winning on price. Nano is more inconspicuous & I like the fact I can leave it on & take a draw as needed.

A few follow up questions to help me decide. Hubby may have to be the tie breaker.

1. Is one of these less smelly than the other?

2. Is one of these better at CBD extraction? Or are they pretty much the same?

3. @Caligula Where did you get the oil diffuser? I didn't see it on the Epicvape site.

Neither unit will smell in and of itself. The odor will come from the exhaled vapor and your raw flowers.

Both vapes are capable of combustion temperatures so either would be more than competent in high temp CBD extraction.

That oil diffuser is actually for an Arizer Solo. Given that there are a billion Solo units in circulation and that almost everyone tosses that oil diffuser in a closet (or the trash), you should be able to pick one up for little more than shipping cost. Id check out our classifieds section and post up a "want to buy" thread about one. FYI, the base of the diffuser is a bit too large so it sits a little crooked but it works just fine and is very stable.

Hope that helps.

Oh one last thing, Andy (EpicVape) gives FC members a limited lifetime warranty on the E Nano.

 

[Tweak]

So now I'm between the LSV & Nano. LSV is winning on price. Nano is more inconspicuous & I like the fact I can leave it on & take a draw as needed.

IMO, if you are worried about draw resistance, the LSV wins hands down.

The e-nano uses a much much smaller bowl, only 3/8" wide, so it doesn't take much to overfill the bowl.

If efficiency and sublteness is the key, get the nano. If draw resistance is more of a concern, then go with the LSV.

 

[Caligula]

Sort of works out. The Nano doesnt perform well with overloaded stems. You get much better extraction and larger clouds with smaller loads while at the same time not really impacting draw resistance too much.

Then again I also own a Solo and everything is relative. LoL milkshake draw.

 

[webMistress]

Okay wait, I wasn't aware there was a draw resistance issue with the Nano. Is it like the thick milkshake thing? Or is that just if you overfill?

 

[Tweak]

Is it like the thick milkshake thing?

Not that bad.

I think it's more of the opposite, the LSV is just so wide open. Huge bowl and much wider screen.

LSV WPA

VS

E-nano WPA

 

[Caligula]

Sorry I didn't mean to scare you. There is no noticeable draw resistance with my E Nano, unless tightly or over packed (neither of which is good for performance). When I mentioned milkshake draw I was referring to how some users describe the Solo.

 

[deadheadbill]

The Nano will have a greater draw resistance than the LSV. But, I guarantee you will not be able to notice it.

 

[max]

Okay wait, I wasn't aware there was a draw resistance issue with the Nano. Is it like the thick milkshake thing? Or is that just if you overfill?

Loading too much isn't an issue. It only holds so much. Load too much and it'll be obvious that you're jamming the vape right into the herb. Loading with a fine grind and packing it is going to restrict the draw. Even then, using the gong and water filtration is going to easily overcome draw resistance. You'll just have to stir the bowl if it's packed.

 

[Tweak]

The Nano will have a greater draw resistance than the LSV. But, I guarantee you will not be able to notice it.

using the gong and water filtration is going to easily overcome draw resistance.

I notice a big difference. My filled tooth is very sensitive to too much negative pressure and I'm having issue with using the e-nano and the Solo, hurts toward the end of a session. Both offer far much more resistance than my SSV or Cloud+.

Been using my SSV more lately, it's like breathing in fresh air. I'm just afraid it is going to drive my tolerance back up. Moderation is the key I guess.

 

[max]

Both offer far much more resistance than my SSV or Cloud+.

I don't agree. I own and have used all 3 extensively, and unless I pack the nano with fine ground bud, it pulls just fine. Using the direct draw stem can be a different story, but then that becomes apples and oranges to the others, since it's a short, narrow vapor path in comparison.

My filled tooth is very sensitive to too much negative pressure

Unless the OP has such an issue, that's more apples to oranges for the comparison.

 

[webMistress]

I'm about to pull the trigger on the LSV. There's a 2 week wait for the Nano. My lungs are killing me & I feel like I need something sooner rather than later. I've been almost inhaler free since moving to CO, & I had to start my maintenance inhaler again over the weekend. I love the Nano & I hate to say 2 weeks is make or break but my lungs have spoken. If I don't like the LSV, I figure I can sell it later & grab a Nano. Or get a more portable solution (Solo, MFLB) down the road for times when I need to be quicker/stealthier.

 

[lwien]

I've never used the Nano so I can't compare, but I can tell you that the LSV when hit through a bong filled with very warm water, is the smoothest and tastiest hit of marijuana that I've ever had since my very first hit over 45 years ago.

 

[Tweak]

I don't agree.

Well we can agree to disagree.

Unless the OP has such an issue, that's more apples to oranges for the comparison.

She has asthma, so that is why I'm bringing it up. I don't have asthma so I'm not sure what limitations it would put on vaping. I'm guessing any restriction could be a problem.

Using the direct draw stem can be a different story

She doesn't have any glass, so it would be exclusively direct draw.

I've never used the Nano so I can't compare

Do you have a log vape at all?

I'm about to pull the trigger on the LSV.

Awesome. It will not disappoint you. Now to find some nice glass to go with it,

 

[lwien]

She has asthma, so that is why I'm bringing it up. I don't have asthma so I'm not sure what limitations it would put on vaping. I'm guessing any restriction could be a problem.

I had asthma when I was a kid and I can tell ya that any restriction is not a good thing. You want a vape that is as free flowing as possible.

I have a LOT of empathy for those that have to deal with asthma. Soooooo glad I don't have to deal with that anymore.

 

[Caligula]

FWIW I have asthma and have no issues using my E Nano either with a dry stem or WT.

Point it moot anyway. @webMistress congrats! I was pulling for the Nano but the LSV will serve you very well!

 

[stickstones]

I hope I'm not late to the party with some thoughts. I've got three teenagers and have been vaping in the house for the last six years pretty much undetected. Here's what I think...

LSV -- It's too harsh for me to use without water filtration, which makes it an ordeal to hit quickly and stealthily (I wonder how your asthma will respond to the feel). I have done it for over a year, though, and I had to have a place setup so that the glass and vape were behind a screen so that I could get in and out quickly. The LSV can be left on for extended periods if you store it correctly.

Log vape -- What I used for years and it was great leaving it on 24/7. The newer models have better airflow than when I was using them and what was a twenty minute session for me can now be done in about five. Your children are young enough that when they are told it is a potpourri warmer they will say ok and never ask about it again while it is out on display.

Solo -- A great vape for having a ten minute session wherever you need to be at the moment (when people are in your vape space).

Lotus -- A great vape for having a one minute session wherever you need to be at the moment (when people are in your vape space).

Herbalizer -- I know I am nowhere near what you are looking at here, but as a parent it must be brought up. It's the one vape that gets me a great session from cold to hot in under one to two minutes. I have literally had a 45 second session with this thing. The accurate temp control will get you the cannabinoid extraction you are looking for. It looks great and really works as an aromatherapy device so you can leave it out and even prove it by using it that way. It costs a shitload ($725 or $750), but is worth it as a Dad. If you travel down the vape road long enough I think you will end up here, so I might as well show you the end game up front.

If I were you I would go with the Solo or Lotus and start saving up for the end game Herbie.

 

[webMistress]

Well my stoned ass paid my car payment twice, so I'll have to wait till next week to buy something anyway. The Nano should be shipping then so its back in the running.