A vaporizer is a personal device that heats your smoking materials at temperatures just below the point of the combustion, extracting the flavors, aromas, and effects of herbs and waxes with much less smoke. The result is vapor, which is purer tasting and easier to hit than smoke. Check out our What Is A Vaporizer? page for a deep dive into the history of vaporizers and a thorough run down of vaporizers.

Which Type Of Vaporizer Produces The Best Vapor?

The best vapor production comes from larger units--called Desktop Vaporizers--which are more powerful than portable vaporizers thanks to their plug-in power source. That said, portable vaporizers are growing more advanced, with convection heating systems that heat dry herb with hot air rather than hot surfaces, delivering combustion-free vapor.

Portable Vaporizers VS Desktop Vaporizers

Portable vaporizers are more discreet than ever, boasting precise temperature control, enhanced battery life and the latest in advanced heating technology. Vaping on-the-go has never been easier, or more convenient. On the opposite end of the spectrum, the unparalleled power and functionality of desktop vaporizers also continue to improve with dual-functionality and more powerful heating systems.  

How Do Dry Herb Vaporizers Work?

Dry herb vaporizers heat your smoking materials, just below the point of combustion, so they only release the flavors and effects of your materials.

If you're an on-the-go user, a portable dry herb option is the best type of vape to be on the lookout for, but if you're a homebody you should opt for a desktop unit.

Price Point Tips For Dry Herb Vaporizers

Price is also a big factor when it comes to a dry herb vape. Everyone has a different budget and how much they're willing to spend. Understanding this will narrow down your dry herb vaporizer options.

• Low end: For under $60 we recommend the Yocan Evolve-D Dry Herb Vape Pen. This portable dry herb vape pen delivers huge clouds and provides 15 seconds of continuous heat. The quartz dual atomizer delivers pure flavor and the coil cap prevents concentrate from leaking.
• Mid-Range: In the $75-$200 range we highly recommend the PAX 3 Vaporizer - Basic Kit. While this vaporizer sits at the higher side of the price range, it’s worth every penny. It has fast heat up times, a lengthier battery life, innovative heating modes, and overall delivers a truly cutting edge vaporization experience. If you like the flexibility of the switching between dry herb and concentrate sitting, the PAX 3 Vaporizer - Complete Kit is a great option. It sits above the $200 range but comes with screens, multi-tool, carry pouch, and more! Perhaps the Arizer Solo 2 Vaporizer is more your style. 
• High-End: $200+ If you’re a homebody and want elite-level vapor quality, the Volcano Vaporizer by Storz & Bickel is the one to get. It features all the bells and whistles like temperature control, convection heating, and an easy-to-use balloon bag system, plus more. Another popular one is the Mighty+ Vaporizer.

For an in-depth look at what you should consider for a dry herb vaporizer, take a look at our Vaporizers Buying Guide.

What Are Concentrate Vaporizers?

Similar to dry herb vaporizers, a concentrate vaporizer essentially vaporizes your concentrates like herbal oils and wax. Most users gravitate to a concentrate vape pen because they're a good starting point, plus they're easy to use. There's also desktop, erigs, and portable non-pen devices.

The main reason people switch to concentrates is that they have a higher potency than dry herbs, and you can manufacture stronger hits. The most potent type of concentrate has an 80% purity. Since there are not smoking materials getting in the way, concentrates deliver more flavorful draws than dry herbs. Another reason is discretion. Many smokers prefer to avoid attention, even if it's legal in some states.

When you're picking your unit, you should consider if you're an on-the-go or a stay-at-home user. If you want a compact and simple vaporizer, then a vape pen like the Boundless Terp Pen Vaporizer is a good choice. Sitting at only $30, it's a discreet and ultraportable device that makes vaporizing concentrates quick and easy.

For those that want more control, vapor.com carries handheld digital vaporizers like Dr. Greenthumb's x G Pen Roam Vaporizer. While it's on the pricier side, it's a stylish vaporizer that delivers water filtration in a portable concentrate build to last. And you can adjust the temperature to your vaping style to experience your material's flavors.

A Vaporizer For Your Vaping Needs

Vapor.com is proud to offer vaporizers of all sizes and styles from our online warehouse. We carry a multitude of high-quality vaporizers that are available for anyone's price range. You can shop our online store by price, brand, type, and most popular, or by using our helpful Vaporizer Buying Guide. We're here to make the entire vaporizer shopping experience as easy and informative as possible. We also have an array of vaporizer videos, a vaporizer blog, and countless vaporizer reviews from satisfied customers, to help you make the most educated choice for your vaporizer purchase. From concentrate pens to the newest herbal vape, vapor.com has your clouds covered.  

Which Vaporizer is Right For You?

Vaporizers come in a few different types, each designed for a specific lifestyle. Whether you're a homebody, commuter, dry herb enthusiast, or occasional user, there are thousands of units to choose from that match your preferences. There are three main types: portable, pen, and desktop. These types break down into subcategories based on the material they are compatible with, whether it be dry herb, concentrates, liquid, or all three.

Great Portable Vaporizers

The best portable vapes are handheld, battery-powered units that enable on-the-go consumption of dry herb, wax, or eliquid. Usually compact, portable devices won't burden your pocket, and will generally conceal in your hand during use. But despite the stealthy size of these units, they often feature powerful heating systems that deliver clean, smooth, and flavorful vapor. You get excellent draws and discretion with a portable unit.

Most dry herb vaporizers will be in the "portable" section of our site. In order to adequately vaporize dry herb, a device needs more space than a vape pen provides. The larger chambers of dry herb vaporizers allows for an efficient vaporization process and allows for longer sessions than a vape pen. If you're looking specifically for a dry herb vaporizer, check out our blog of the Best Portable Dry Herb Vaporizers. Portable dry herb vapes are fantastic for those who enjoy camping trips or festivals, as they're large enough to accommodate enough material for a full day of vaping in a group, and they have a little more durability than vape pens. 

Portable vaporizers are generally pocket-friendly. You can carry them around wherever you go, take a hit with the unit concealed in your hand, then pocket it and go about your day. Like vape pens, portable units are usually charged via USB, ensuring that you can power up from anywhere with a USB outlet or AC outlet (using a wall adapter).

A portable dry herb vape is an efficient way to enjoy dry herb and allows for the full exploration of your material. As modern vaporizers got more technologically advanced herbal vapes became able to vaporize concentrates as well thanks to inserts and modified heating systems.

Today the portable vaporizer is one of the most popular devices in the industry, accommodating the commuter lifestyle, producing great tasting hits, and providing the most convenient experience possible.

Great Vaporizer Pens

Vape pens are the most discreet vaporizers in the world. Slim, pen-shaped, and lightweight, these units allow you to take stealthy sips from just about anywhere. Generally speaking, this device is designed for waxy oil or liquid concentrates, though some herb pens exist. Usually ranging from $10 to $200, these units are designed for on-the-fly use, making them the ideal choice for commuters.

This device is geared for quick, easy, and stealthy hits. Most pens are about five inches long and very thin. Some units are as thin as a #2 pencil. This means you can easily hide the device in your hand during use. Likewise, the unit will not burden your pocket.

A major advantage of using a vaporizer pen is ease-of-use. Rather than toggle temperatures to the degree, most of these units feature preset temperatures so you simply click the control button to change temperature. Once your temperature is chosen, the average pen takes only a few seconds to heat up. Simple controls and rapid heating ensures you can take quick hits on-the-go when you have an opportunity, making this vape a very discreet choice.

Best Desktop Vaporizers

Portable units are exceptional for on-the-go use, but their small size leaves less room for advanced heating systems, and their wireless power sources limit the degree to which they can efficiently vaporize materials. Desktop vaporizers, on the other hand, are plugged into wall outlets, giving them much more power than smaller devices. Desktop units are also larger, leaving more room for the heating system. These devices deliver the smoothest, cleanest, best-tasting hits possible.

Desktop vaporizers have three inhalation methods: whip-style, balloon-bag, or steamrolling.

• Whip-style units deliver hits through a rubber tube.
  
• Balloon-bags are high-grade plastic bags that fill up with clouds, making them easy to share.
• And steamrolling involves taking hits through a water bubbler attachment that moisturizes and further purifies vapor. 

Desktop vaporizers often feature a forced-air system, which pushes vapor through the air path to help the user take a hit. These units feature high powered fans, which in some models can be shut off to create more draw resistance, or modulated to adjust the speed of the fan. It's ideal for those who want the purest draws possible, whether you're a medicinal or recreational user.