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Last updated: February 11th, 2025
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When you begin your journey into the world of dry herb vaporizers, what do you pick up first? Is one dry herb vape better than another? We'll never say there is a best dry herb vaporizer for everyone, because everyone is different.
As a beginner, it's important that your dry herb vaporizer is easy to set up from the get go and compliments your sessions style. We eliminated a lot of the guesswork and chose a variety of portable and desktop vaporizers that are simple, effective, and reliable. Let’s check them out.
Best vaporizers for beginners:
Portable vapes for beginners
- POTV Lobo
- POTV ONE
- POTX XMAX Starry V4
- Crafty+
- Mighty+
- Venty
- Tinymight 2
Desktop vapes for beginners
- Volcano Classic
- EpicVape E-Nano
Best portable vaporizers for beginners
Here’s our list of the best beginner-friendly, high-quality portable vaporizers we carry. They’re all solid performers that emphasize ease of use and can go anywhere, but have different sizes, prices and styles.
POTV Lobo
For those that want something with a little more oomph right out of the gate, the POTV Lobo is the best choice while still priced affordably. Enjoy cool, punchy vapor with your choice of glass accessory, plus useful features like USB-C charging and a user-replaceable battery.
No special techniques are needed here either to produce great results. Simply pack the oven, triple-click it on, and set the temperature. When it’s ready, take short and easy puffs, or hit it hard with everything you’ve got. The Lobo is designed to perform no matter if you’re a light sipper or a big ripper!
| Pros 👍 | Cons 👎 |
| Rich, effective vapor with every hit | Glass pieces can make it hard to travel with |
| Removable battery | Can’t vape while charging |
| Great for both light and heavy users |
Planet of the Vapes Lobo
C$214.95
Get premium vapor quality at half the price with the POTV Lobo
- Top-tier vapor quality at half the price
- User-replaceable battery
- Elevate your sessions with POTV Glass
- Dynamic Hybrid Heating
- Great for light and heavy users
POTV ONE
We’ve nailed the simple controls, satisfying sessions, and affordable price-points, but can we take it even further? That’s our mission with one of the best portable vapes under $100 out there, the POTV ONE. We took the simplicity and effectiveness of the previous portable vaporizers and shrunk them down into a palm-sized package.
Triple-click, set your temperature, and inhale clouds within 30 to 40 seconds. Charge it anywhere with the included usb cable and never miss a beat. Plus, you’re not anchored to just one type of hit. Instantly go from a solo session to a bubbler with the ONE’s all-in-one Accessory Attachment!
| Pros 👍 | Cons 👎 |
| Budget-friendly | Small bowl not ideal for heavy users |
| Ver simple controls | Short battery life |
| Ultra portable |
👉 Read POTV ONE Review
Planet of the Vapes ONE
C$124.95 Regular price: C$139.99
The Planet of the Vapes ONE vaporizer is small, affordable, and hits like a champ!
- Ultra-pocketable
- Satisfying sessions
- Great accessories - add a bubbler!
- Easy to use and share
- Affordable
POTV XMAX Starry V4
The Starry V4 enters the market at a great, budget-friendly price and a great set of features for the beginner. Set the temperature down to the single degree and watch your session progress on the bright LED display screen. The Starry also comes with a USB-C charge port and a removeable battery.
This vape doesn't require a lot of knowhow to get going either. Simply pack it tight, set the temperature, and take slow, easy-going sips. It's perfect for those who want to start vaping their dry herbs but don't want to overdo it as they ease their way in.
| Pros 👍 | Cons 👎 |
| Great price point | Takes a bit of time to reach full vapor production |
| Pocketable | Doens't do well with quick, fast draws |
| Removeable battery |
👉 Read POTV XMAX Starry V4 Review
POTV XMAX Starry V4 Vaporizer
C$134.95
The Starry V4 takes a popular vaporizer to the next level with upgrades and improvements.
- Gentle, yet effective vapor
- Adjustable airflow
- Removable battery
- Precise temperature control
- USB-C charging
Crafty+
The Crafty+ from Storz & Bickel takes their industry-leading formual and shrinks it down into an ultra-portable package. Use a single button to dive into your sessions or connect it to their bluetooth app for in-dpeth customizations. It's a small but companion.
Power it on and select one of three tempertaures. Grind up your herbs or stuff it with whole flower and enjoy, dense, flavorful vapor in the palm of your hand. It's consistent, easy to use, and delivers great sessios whether you sip it or rip it.
Be sure you to grab the Crafty Glass Adapter and customize with POTV Glass!
| Pros 👍 | Cons 👎 |
| Simple controls | Limited battery life |
| Ultra-pocketable | Slower heat-up times |
| Flavoful sessions |
👉 Read Crafty+ Review
Crafty+ (Plus) Vaporizer
C$369.00
The Crafty+ is so simple, anyone can be an expert.
- Easy to use
- Thick, satisfying clouds
- Easily pocketable
- Connoisseur-level vapor
Mighty+
The best-selling Mighty+ vaporizer from Storz & Bickel produces top shelf results and is one of the most user-friendly vaporizers on the market. It’s consistent, effective, and has plenty of power to last, plus fast USB-C charging when it's time to fill up.
Power it on with a single click, and select an exact temperature with its two face buttons and full OLED screen. Use a grinder or stuff the heating chamber with whole flowers and enjoy a flavorful session with consistent hits and wide open airflow.
Pick up the Mighty Glass Mouthpiece Adapter if you want some customizations with POTV Glass.
We voted it as the Best Overall Portable Vaporizer of 2025, but it's a bit pricey, so if you want a more budget-friendly option, read on.
| Pros 👍 | Cons 👎 |
| Easy controls | Premium price tag |
| Unrivaled consistency | Not very pocketable |
| Fantastic sessions - great for heavy users |
👉 Read Mighty+ Review
Mighty+ Plus Vaporizer
C$519.00
The Mighty+ is the new gold standard for portable vaporizers. The Mighty+ is always excellent.
- Strong, tasty, comfortable vapor
- Universal USB-C charge port
- Great battery life
- One-minute heat-up time
- UL certified quality
- Fantastic sessions every single time
Use code S&B20 for 20% off!
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Venty
The Venty dry herb vaporizer takes things a step further with fantastic vapor and modern tech to dial in that perfect hit. It comes with a high-end pricetag, but with it you get some of the best sessions on the market with bluetooth app control, adjustable airflow, and quick heat-up times
The Venty vaporizer delivers with slow and steady sips, but really takes off with full, heavy rips. It's consistent, customizeable with precise controls, and is a great choice if you want to diive straight in with one of the best on the market.
For even further customization, be sure to pick up the Venty Glass Adapter and create your perfect session with POTV Glass!
| Pros 👍 | Cons 👎 |
| Top-shelf vapor | Very expensive |
| Adjustable airflow | Not very pocketable |
| Fast heat-up |
👉 Read Venty Review
Venty Vaporizer
C$569.00
Take your sessions to new heights with the Venty from Storz & Bickel
- Unbeatable vapor quality
- Adjustable airflow
- 20 second heat up
- Bluetooth app compatible
- Universal USB-C charging
Tinymight 2
The Tinymight 2 requires just a bit of tinkering but is considered the most potent pocket vaporizer money can buy. It delivers rich flavors and punches hard with some of the thickest vapor available. Grab a few extra batteries and this thing could serve as your dedicated desktop vape. It's that good.
With a temperature dial and a fully adjustable oven, the full convection, on-demand Tinymight 2 opens the doors to customized experiences. Shrink the oven down and lower the temperatures for light, flavorful microdoses or pack it full and bump up the temp for showstopping sessions.
| Pros 👍 | Cons 👎 |
| Thick, flavorful vapor | Very expensive |
| Removeable battery | Slight learning curve |
| Ready in 5 seconds |
👉 Read Tinymight 2 Review
Tinymight 2 Vaporizer
C$467.95
Best desktop vaporizers for beginners
This list wouldn’t be complete without a couple of desktop options. Desktop vaporizers plug directly into the wall for limitless sessions and unrivaled power. These two options are effective, super easy to use, and built to last for years.
Volcano Classic
When it comes to desktop vaporizers, the Volcano Classic stands at the top. Its robust construction, dead simple controls, and easy attach-and-go balloon functionality has continued to produce top-shelf results for both the seasoned pros and vape rookies for over 20 years.
Its heat up time is longer than other vapes, but is an unrivaled workhorse from there with its superior power output. Fill a balloon with as much or little as you want, walk around the house with it, or pass it around a group of friends.
The Volcano Classic could be the only vape you ever need, but if you want something a little cheaper or more discreet, take a look at the EpicVape E-Nano.
| Pros 👍 | Cons 👎 |
| Easy to use and share | Premium price tag |
| Consistent and reliable | No display screen |
| Large oven |
👉 Read Volcano Classic Review
Volcano Classic Vaporizer
C$639.00
The Volcano Classic vaporizer is exactly that - a classic.
- Fantastic vapor
- Easy to use and share
- Consistent
- Efficient
- Amazing track record
Use code S&B20 for 20% off!
EpicVape E-Nano by Epickai
You may question the Epickai E-Nano’s small stature and lack of bells and whistles, but this little desktop vape packs a mean punch, is a breeze to use, and is ready to hit in five to 10 minutes.
The full convection vapor from its glass stem and adjustable bowl tastes great, provides a comfortable throat hit, and packs as big a punch as you want, all for less than half the price of a Volcano.
| Pros 👍 | Cons 👎 |
| Simple dial controller | No display screen |
| Small footprint | Longer heat up time |
| Adjustable bowl size |
EpicVape E-Nano Vaporizer by Epickai
C$239.95
The E-nano has been dubbed the “King of Microdosing”, but its bowl can be expanded for larger appetites.
- Artisanal craftsmanship
- Adjustable bowl
- Fantastic microdoser
- Variable temperature control
- Delicious
Conclusion
Beginning your dry herb vaping journey can be daunting and overwhelming, but it can also be a lot of fun exploring the different options. As we often say, there isn't a best dry herb vaporizer for everyone. Different users have different preferences, styles, and requirements. If you need a little more guidance, feel free to reach out to us here and we'll get set you on your way.
Best vapes for beginners: FAQs
Q: What is the best temperature for a dry herb vaporizer?
A: That depends on what you’re looking for. Temperature preferences differ from our beginners to our experienced vapers.
360°F/182°C and below is ideal for the flavor chasers. This area produces gentle but tasty vapor quality that’s rich in herbal accents and smooth from mouth to lungs.
360°F/182°C to 400°F/204°C is perfect for those that want both flavorful hits and dense clouds, without the harshness.
400°F/198°C and above creates the thickest clouds with no regard to taste or smoothness. This area is potent and provides strong effects.
Q: What's the best herbal vaporizer?
A: It’s hard to declare one dry herb vaporizer as the very best. All vape devices aspire to be the number one choice, but we believe there’s a best dry herb vaporizer for each person, and everyone’s different. Check out our Best Portable Vapes Guide to see our top picks for each need.
Q: Should I use a grinder?
A: You can vaporize dry herbs and have a great vaping experience without a grinder, but most vapes prefer ground herbs. With ground herbs, the cook is even, the vapor is potent, and the results are consistent, it’s not required. If you’d like to dive in more, check out our full guide on grinders and how to use them.
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