New to Vaping and wondering the difference before i buy?

[arsenal2687]

Hi
i want to give up smoking out of a bong and decided to try a vaporizer. i was directed to this website and now I'm wondering which vaporizer to buy. i have narrowed it down to the ariser company as my friend has a pax and am looking for a plug in cape as a change. i am wondering what is the major differences between he ariser extreme q and the ariser tower? sorry if this have been posted but i am unfamiliar with the site and can't seem to find it. thanks in advance,

 

[vorrange]

Hello,

I think the difference between the Tower and the Extreme is the ability to use bags in the EQ.

But i suggest you start from scratch since you could end up with a totally different unit altogether.

What are you looking for in a vaporizer?

Do you want something that provides big hits or something that allows you to conserve your herbs?

What is your budget?

Do you prefer bags, whip, direct draw or through water as the method to inhale?

Do you want something that values taste? Usually these units tend to be more fragile since they use more glass so if you're a clutz better stay away from those.


The 7th floor vaporizers like the DaBuddha and the Silver Surfer, both whip models, provide thicker vapour than the EQ and with better flavour but they don't have the array of functionalities of the EQ (something, I, for example, wasn't interested. )

You could also look at the Herbalaire.

For something better, but more expensive, check the miniVAP, the Cloud EVO and the Sublimator.

For something cheaper but efficient, check the Vapolution.

For something portable, check the Lotus and the Solo.

 

[norealmonsters]

The primary difference is that the Extreme Q can handle Bags as well as Direct draw. If that isn't important to you I recommend looking into the Da Buddha. In my opinion it give a better direct draw but overall has way less features.

 

[vorrange]

The primary difference is that the Extreme Q can handle Bags as well as Direct draw. If that isn't important to you I recommend looking into the Da Buddha. In my opinion it give a better direct draw but overall has way less features.

Hello norealmonsters!

It's funny you said that, since my first desktop vaporizer, and the one who allowed me to FUCK COMBUSTION!, was the DaBuddha. And precisely because it had all the features i needed and was much easier to use.

Now i would save a little more and invest in a Silver Surfer... the gong wand was not very pratical for the way i used it, i always used it with both hands rotating the wand while hitting because otherwise it's difficult to ensure an even roasting, or at least, it's much easier to if you roll it.

So, to the OP, if you don't want to spend a lot of money, i would go to a Silver Surfer before i would buy an EQ. And definitly not the Vapor Tower.

After you enjoyed your time with the Surfer, you'll be ready to move to other vaporizers. And if by that time you still crave big hits, you'll invest in a Sublimator or an EVO.

If you feel the need to conserve, you'll probably invest in a log unit.

But that would be my course of action, to start flying, first you need to surf.

 

[norealmonsters]

Hello Vorrange!

And precisely because it had all the features i needed and was much easier to use.

I wish it was quite so elegant for me. My first vape was this monstrosity. Lukily I only payed 40 bucks for it. Left it on for a few hours and it literally started melting.

http://www.vivalavape.com/viva-la-vapes/revolt/viva-revolt

The next go around I actually did my research and my Buddha was an easy choice. Accessories were made to be lost and electronics were made to break. For me the Gong joint is a benefit but I wish I had gone with the ssv for the angle alone. I don't trust thermometers so smooth control of the heating element is a huge plus for me.

Had it for 6 months or so, still hits the same as the day I got it; Cool, thick, tasty. Hitting it right now.

 

[vorrange]

Vapes like the Viva which means Live in portuguese and spanish, is an ironic choice given it's small life in your hands, but as i was saying, vapes like that are the reason why i say forget ac powered vapes lower than 100USD!

Yeah, the buddha delivers the goods.

 

[arsenal2687]

as i have taken into account all of your post i am still left wondering now based on weather I'm a klutz,beginner or what other you may have, is the best over all piece for between the price range of 100-150. thee ariser extreme q can be purchased for 150 on ebay and many of the others you mentioned are in this price range, but which has the best overall reviews

 

[vorrange]

Get the Silver Surfer.

 

[norealmonsters]

I advise checking out the individual threads on this site, tons of testimonials.

But let's take a step back, really. What is your primary concern? Getting a hit right away with a quick start up time? Flavor? Do you hit concentrates? Whip or Bag? IS a thermostat a major draw? Do you care about hitting it with a bong?

Tell us a bit more about how you plan to use it and we can give much better advice.

 

[arsenal2687]

well sharing hits with friends is a big importance cause i don't really smoke alone, i like the idea of a bag cape although i never hit one. it doesn't have to be instantly hitting either.

 

[max]

i am still left wondering now based on weather I'm a klutz,beginner or what other you may have, is the best over all piece for between the price range of 100-150.

There is no best overall vape in any price range. There are many good models, and just like with buying a car, you need to figure out which fits your needs/wants the best. Once you narrow down the quality models, you pick the one you prefer.

If you're really going to use bags, the Extreme is a good choice. The V-Tower doesn't have the bag feature (or the remote), and doesn't provide as rich of a hit (more vapor per hit) as other whip models like the DaBuddha, which is about the same price. I owned an original V-Tower (analog), produced before the Extreme came out, and didn't care for it- too much dry air hitting my throat. The DaBuddha (DBV) or SSV have a higher vapor/air ratio and are much more popular than the V-Tower.

 

[Denver912]

After all my reading here and sifting through a shitload of threads both here and other places i say save a tiny bit more and get a solo. Black Friday deal maybe? It seems to be a consistent, reliable,portable,somewhat stealthy, and can handle weed and hash. Both weed reports and peoples reviews here and everywhere for the majority are overly positive. And sounds awesome. I myself am in ur price range currently but I'm saving for the solo.

 

[arsenal2687]

After all my reading here and sifting through a shitload of threads both here and other places i say save a tiny bit more and get a solo. Black Friday deal maybe? It seems to be a consistent, reliable,portable,somewhat stealthy, and can handle weed and hash. Both weed reports and peoples reviews here and everywhere for the majority are overly positive. And sounds awesome. I myself am in ur price range currently but I'm saving for the solo.

the ariser solo?

 

[vorrange]

if you're going for the Solo, consider the Lotus instead, imo.

 

[420GanjX]

if you're going for the Solo, consider the Lotus instead, imo.

I haven't tried a lotus, but i doubt it could be as easily attached to a bong as a Solo is. All u need is tubing

Just my opinion, but the solo could fit all my needs, if I wasn't so attached to my Surfer

 

[nopartofme]

I haven't tried a lotus, but i doubt it could be as easily attached to a bong as a Solo is. All u need is tubing

You can get a Lotus with water pipe adapter (no tubing) for $93 and shipping. You can add a J-hook for dry usage for $18 more, or you can get the combo kit for $139 which comes with a durable aluminum stem.

Check out the most recent pages in the Lotus thread, lots of videos have been posted of using it with the WPA. It looks cool, too, kind of ups the aesthetics of the glass itself IMO.

 

[Denver912]

the ariser solo?

Yeah that one.

if you're going for the Solo, consider the Lotus instead, imo.

Will do. I've seen it but haven't researched it. But I'll def do that now.

 

[vorrange]

I haven't tried a lotus, but i doubt it could be as easily attached to a bong as a Solo is. All u need is tubing

Just my opinion, but the solo could fit all my needs, if I wasn't so attached to my Surfer

You don't need tubing in the Solo if you have a 14mm bong, but the Lotus has a nice water adapter just for 20USD more.

To me, what the Solo can do, so the Lotus can. And what the Solo can't, so does the Lotus. The only difference is, one is battery powered and has preset temps. The other is flame based and you set the temps with your heating time and you draw speed.

So, the Lotus is a more difficult unit for beginners, that's it.

 

[Captain Comply]

The Extream isn't a bad vape I had one for a year or so. But I'm sure I woul recommend it as a first vape. I sold it to a buddy and he is back to combustion. The solo looks interesting and inexpensive option and fits easy into glass.

I just read my post I apologize for not checking it better. I ment to say, I'm not so sure I would recommend. Darn my gorilla hands.

 

[BranFlakes188]

SSV is a much bigger hitter than either the EQ or Solo (from someone who's tested all three, relentlessly).

Solo hits quite well for a portable though. They're all good units, Arizer and 7th Floor are good companies, can't really go wrong.