Discontinued The Woodeez Vaporizer/Diffuser

[vapordude]

dont know if this helps but this is how hot mine runs. sorry for the crappy cell phone pics.

 

[VaporEyeSore]

been trying a PD and a Woodeez and find that the PD runs hotter than the WD on the same power supply.

 

[Rib]

Hey guys, long time creeper, first time poster here! I thought my first post might as well be a review.

The Basics:
A few months ago I caught the vape bug. My friend had just purchased a magic flight launch box and I was very pleasantly surprised with how well that little guy got me vaked! Myself being a pretty heavy smoker I was intrigued by how little "product" I needed to use to get such a nice buzz! I began researching some home units and decided on a log style vape for efficiency or a Da Buddha / SSV for a quicker.. yet possibly less efficient buzz. Ultimately my monthly bills and thinning wallet pushed me to go for a more efficient log-style vape. I decided on the WDZ based on price, shorter wait times and great customer service ( I emailed Todd with some questions and received the answers I wanted to hear very promptly!).

The WDZ:
I received my WDZ very quickly. It came packaged in a small but sturdy cardboard box. The vape was wrapped tightly in bubble wrap and all the accessories where neatly packaged and wrapped around it. No issues at all.

My unit, like most, is a nice dark Walnut. Straight out of the box it had a slightly faded but smooth look. A quick polish with the included sample of wax and the WDZ was looking much better! The depth of the grain pattern really shows when the unit is waxed! Todd was nice enough to send me 6" stems as requested with my order. The stems seem fairly standard, a smooth plastic tube with a little stainless steel bowl at at the end. Glass stems of course would be nicer (or maybe those nice little wood stems Ed makes) but the standard stems are clean looking and get the job done!

In Use:
I really wasn't sure what to expect with a log style vape but I have to say I'm Impressed! I used the standard 12v adapter that is included with the unit and it gets plenty hot. After a few sessions I was able to perfect my stem loading and draw technique (how you load the bowl and inhale makes a huge difference!) and get fantastic hits. I have to say that under any half decent light you can see massive clouds! In fact, just this past weekend a good friend of mine was over for some good ol' tunes, games and herbs! We were in the kitchen where my WDZ is plugged in, he was using his pipe and I was on the WDZ. We were both surprised by the fact the first 2-3 draws on a stem could produce almost as much "smoke" as his pipe could!

The efficiency really is stunning. I consider myself to be a high-tolerant smoker. I smoke at least twice a day and multiple times on the weekends. One stem, which really is a miniscule amount of herb is plenty enough to get me buzzing (4/10.. perfect for when I want to stay productive in my life) two stems gets me to a nice end-of-the-day relaxation point (8/10) and three stems will get me to my limits!

I managed to get through this weekend using about 1/4 - 1/8th the amount of "product" I would have used when smoking. And the best part is I was just as intoxicated as ever!

As far as heat goes, the included 12v keeps the unit plenty warm for me and my girlfriend. I simply throw a beer cozy on when there will be 3-4 people.

Overall:
I couldn't be happier with my purchase. Stunning efficiency, great high, rock-solid construction, great price, fast shipping and top notch customer service!

I'd say anyone looking for a log-style vape seriously consider the WDZ.

P.S. I will post some pics of my unit shortly!

 

[VaporEyeSore]

I have been experimenting with a PD and a Woodeez. The PD is cherry im not sure what thta WD is but it is a darker wood. The PD is also a bit fatter.

The PD runs consistently better with bigger clouds and more pulls so im assuming the PD runs hotter. I asked Todd about the differences between the two vapes and he said that internaly the Woodeez was very different inside.
He didnt go into any more detail than that but I am assuming that he uses a different resistor as an element than the PD or has a different washer/spacer settup.
I think that has moree to do with temp differences than dimensions but it would be nice to know why
If anyone could confirm this I would apreciate it.

 

[max]

The PD runs consistently better with bigger clouds and more pulls so im assuming the PD runs hotter.

I'm not saying this is the case here, but a temp difference can be the result of nothing more than a difference in the type of wood used. I have two Maple PDs, and the Western Maple runs hotter than the Maple Burl.

 

[VaporEyeSore]

The PD runs consistently better with bigger clouds and more pulls so im assuming the PD runs hotter.

I'm not saying this is the case here, but a temp difference can be the result of nothing more than a difference in the type of wood used. I have two Maple PDs, and the Western Maple runs hotter than the Maple Burl.

I am aware of this but if Todd has said that the inards are very different surely this would be more of a factor in temp difference than slight changes in wood density.

My cherry PD and walnut WD should not have much difference in density. The WD is thinner which means it should run hotter but it doesnt.

If your going to compare a PD with a WD then surely the differences in internal design have to be taken in to account almost ignoring density issues at firtst imo.
And if anyone knew what these differences were so i didnt have to pull it apart it would be great.

 

[highendvapes]

Any differences in temps between the two is determined by wood denistiy. All 3 log vapes use the same resistors as a heating element. The main differences in the 3 are how the heat exchanger is constructed, and how they are connected to the power supply. None are alike. I belive that you wanted to assemble your own kit, and told me that you had a friend who had constructed a pandora to advise you if I were to just send you parts. Seeing as how they are complety different in their actual construcion, this would not have worked.
Woodeez is available in Walnut , Cherry, and Maple wood. All 3 species produce good vapor. Some run a bit warmer than others, but all are within vapor temps.

 

[VaporEyeSore]

Any differences in temps between the two is determined by wood denistiy. All 3 log vapes use the same resistors as a heating element. The main differences in the 3 are how the heat exchanger is constructed, and how they are connected to the power supply. None are alike. I belive that you wanted to assemble your own kit, and told me that you had a friend who had constructed a pandora to advise you if I were to just send you parts. Seeing as how they are complety different in their actual construcion, this would not have worked.
Woodeez is available in Walnut , Cherry, and Maple wood. All 3 species produce good vapor. Some run a bit warmer than others, but all are within vapor temps.

@highendvapes
would you mind telling me and other forum users how your heat exchanger differs from the others especialy the Purple Days as I am familiar with that one?

 

[mrfloopa]

Any differences in temps between the two is determined by wood denistiy. All 3 log vapes use the same resistors as a heating element. The main differences in the 3 are how the heat exchanger is constructed, and how they are connected to the power supply. None are alike. I belive that you wanted to assemble your own kit, and told me that you had a friend who had constructed a pandora to advise you if I were to just send you parts. Seeing as how they are complety different in their actual construcion, this would not have worked.
Woodeez is available in Walnut , Cherry, and Maple wood. All 3 species produce good vapor. Some run a bit warmer than others, but all are within vapor temps.

Exactly. You also have to remember (if I remember correctly ) that all 3 of the log style vapes are set to run at the same temperature. How it is constructed doesn't matter as much when the temperature is the temperature. It isn't like you are drawing through a distance that varies greatly between units, or the construction of one will vastly lower the temperature in the draw. What actually makes a difference is the heatsink--the type of wood (density), and thickness of your unit. That is what will absorb and release more heat than slight differences in the parts would. Even among the same wood type, a mm of difference could make your unit run hotter.

 

[vapordude]

i love my woodzee. i also like the look on my friends faces when they take their first hit and are amazed how good and fruity it tastes. lol i have a boy that now makes it a point to come to my house all the time just to vape his dank out of my woodzee. we got a good deal. he brings the dank and i supply the woodzee and video games. life is good. thanks Todd

 

[Will B. Good]

I just got my woodeez and can't wait to give it a good suck(ugh). Anyways, i come for your expert advice WZ users.
Now, i'm not complaining nor have OCD but i'd like some tips on smoothing this rough bit at the base so it looks a tad more flush and awesome.
Here are the pictures: http://imgur.com/a/h7deb any help is greatly appreciated.

PS. I'll post the full body WZ porn when i get it well waxed. How long do you guys wait before connecting it?

 

[max]

How long do you guys wait before connecting it?

If you mean how long after waxing it, there's not only no need to wait, you can wax it between hits.

 

[Rick]

Looks like the leather bottom was trimmed using a grinder of some kind. If the bottom leather was removed, you could hand sand all around the bottom. With the leather still attached, hand sanding would probably loosen the edges of the leather anyway.

 

[Will B. Good]

How long do you guys wait before connecting it?

If you mean how long after waxing it, there's not only no need to wait, you can wax it between hits.

no, i mean after letting it acclimatize.

Looks like the leather bottom was trimmed using a grinder of some kind. If the bottom leather was removed, you could hand sand all around the bottom. With the leather still attached, hand sanding would probably loosen the edges of the leather anyway.

oh well, thanks. but how could i "re-polish" that sanded part, won't the wood look more opaque/drier than the above wood like that part is now? what "measure" of sand paper do you recommend?

 

[lwien]

Will, I'm probably going to get my hands slapped for this, but there's an elephant in this room that I just can't ignore.

One doesn't have to be OCD to recognize that the workmanship on your particular vape is unacceptable by most anyones standards. I don't know if you purchased your vape new or purchased it second hand, but if you did purchase it new, I would immediately contact Todd for a replacement. You should not have to accept a vaporizer that was built and finished in this way nor should you be expected to correctly finish a product that should have been done correctly in the first place.

And, for the record, I would make this statement if this vape came from ANY of the current log vape manufactures.

 

[Will B. Good]

yeah, i would think so. I only got it today, and did mention it to Todd. I guess if he doesn't answer for that i would have to send him the pictures, unless he sees the thread.

 

[VaporEyeSore]

My woodeez came with small rotary scratches on it, they were not much but still visable and itwas a new product. When i contacted Todd he said he would replace after a lot of argument but only if i could show pictures of the scratches. Seeing as they were tiny and my camera was crap this was not possible so just sanded them myself. So be persistent and good luck.

 

[ioright]

So, after a solid week of using my girlfriend's PD I have decided that my WDZ just isn't up to my standards I have given it a solid trial of close to 4 months and I am just a little disappointed with the overall vapor quality. I find the PD will kill a load in 3 cloud sized hits; the WDZ in 6 wispy hits. When I had both turned on I was able to kill a stem in my WDZ and then get another single hit larger than all previous ones with the PD and the same stem.

I don't want to come off as bashing the WDZ since it came far quicker than my now ordered PD will, and it was definately cheaper, but I just want my experience put out there. I feel like I have come to the same cooler conclusion as a few people before me.

 

[VaporEyeSore]

So, after a solid week of using my girlfriend's PD I have decided that my WDZ just isn't up to my standards I have given it a solid trial of close to 4 months and I am just a little disappointed with the overall vapor quality. I find the PD will kill a load in 3 cloud sized hits; the WDZ in 6 wispy hits. When I had both turned on I was able to kill a stem in my WDZ and then get another single hit larger than all previous ones with the PD and the same stem.

I don't want to come off as bashing the WDZ since it came far quicker than my now ordered PD will, and it was definately cheaper, but I just want my experience put out there. I feel like I have come to the same cooler conclusion as a few people before me.

I had similar issues. I got a woodeez and then got hold of a Pandora PD that the guy didnt want and the PD wins everytime.

 

[stoney]

The bottom of that WDZ looks like a 2 year old took a knife to it. I think I know which (well, what I THOUGHT was identical) log vape to avoid now.

 

[mrfloopa]

You get what you pay for, they say. And the difference of $30 are those small scratches at the base of your WDZ. It isn't exactly a budget vape, or a terrible design or anything, but it is the less expensive option. Are those small scratches really worth ~$30? I can't say mine would function any different if those were gone, and the vape was bought because it is efficient, works great at what it does, and still produces large, quality hits. And it does that despite any imperfections in its appearance. To be honest, the bottom of mine bothered me some, too. (Chips, not sanding scars.) But the thing still runs as intended.

The recent comments about hits being smaller or weaker surprise me. For one, each manufacture has stated that even small changes in diameter or density in wood, even among the same wood type, affect heat. If the heat is affected, then the hits will be affected. To me, that seems kinda like rolling the dice and no one log vape will always run hotter than the others. My unit puts out very strong, thick clouds, even with lower quality materials. I do sometimes use a koozie, but I know PD and MZ owners who do, too.

 

[lwien]

You get what you pay for, they say. And the difference of $30 are those small scratches at the base of your WDZ. It isn't exactly a budget vape, or a terrible design or anything, but it is the less expensive option. Are those small scratches really worth ~$30? I can't say mine would function any different if those were gone, and the vape was bought because it is efficient, works great at what it does, and still produces large, quality hits. And it does that despite any imperfections in its appearance. To be honest, the bottom of mine bothered me some, too. (Chips, not sanding scars.) But the thing still runs as intended.

One can get a budget priced car too and while that car may run well, it sure as hell doesn't mean that everyone would be ok with it if it had paint scratches and pits, nor would they think it was acceptable just because they paid a bit less for it.

While I agree that aesthetics isn't going to make a car OR a vape run better, for most of us, aesthetic appeal is an important factor, and just because a vape may cost 30 dollars less than it's competitors doesn't mean that shoddy workmanship is acceptable.

Hopefully, Todd will check in here and offer to replace these units that exhibit these issues.

 

[Will B. Good]

Just announcing that Todd replied promptly about the imperfection i described as he was familiar with it, so he excused and nicely offered me to replace it, as i will.

And about the late discussion, i guess the wobble and this-and-that design in the end is what you pay for and it does the job with a little more time/work... maybe? or maybe i'm just a noob at this still, it's what i've accumulated from reading the forum.
In a way it's good at what it is, an express logvape, is that really wrong? It's what it's known for.

 

[mrfloopa]

doesn't mean that shoddy workmanship is acceptable.

Shoddy workmanship =/= any tiny imperfection. It is a heavily subjective term. I am not sure how the device looked in person, so perhaps I am wrong and most people would call it "shoddy," but everything comes slightly different. Even mass-produced machine made parts. The fact that another log vape manufacturer is aware of how this can happen and that it does tells me that it isn't exactly a unique design flaw with this particular log vape. Perhaps you just got a flawless one and somebody else with your style didn't, but figured that was the epitome of craftmanship and decided to keep it. The fact of the matter is, these are *hand-made.* As such, imperfections shouldn't be seen as impossibilities, but rather a sign that your device was, in fact, made by hand.

it does the job with a little more time/work... maybe?

They all function the same way, even if craftsmanship varies. I believe warm up time is about 45 minutes to an hour (you can get weaker hits before), but the longer you leave it in the most likely it is to reach its full temp. All 3 log style vapes are meant to stay on "permanently," after all, and draw very little electricity. Another thing to help get bigger clouds is to draw slower. But visible clouds mean a visible amount of vapor is being wasted.

 

[stoney]

Just announcing that Todd replied promptly about the imperfection i described as he was familiar with it, so he excused and nicely offered me to replace it, as i will.

I'm glad he was familiar with it, and yet still sold it. Quality business practice right there, A+.