There's no doubt that vaping has become very popular in recent years. This can be confirmed by a quick survey of the market, taking note of all the devices available for sale. While most shoppers appreciate the variety, others might have a hard time comparing the sheer number of options, especially when there's an ongoing debate about what's the best vaping kit.
And this is especially true when it comes to table-top and pen-style vaporizers. The two have been discussed endlessly from the moment they hit the market, but no clear winner has emerged as yet. Obviously, each of them has its fair share of benefits and drawbacks. However, vapor pens have a few distinguishing characteristics that would benefit just about every herb enthusiast.
What are They?
Before delving deeper into the standout features of vape pens, it's worth going over the definition to make sure everyone is on the same page. Like the name suggests, these devices are a subset of portable vaporizers that basically resemble pens. The average kit will usually be made up of a cartridge, a rechargeable battery, and a mouthpiece, but some go a step further to include temperature adjustment features and detachable atomizers. Besides their compact nature that greatly enhances portability, there's a handful of reasons why you might want to get yourself a vape pen.
They're Discreet
This goes hand-in-hand with portability --- a small, easy-to-carry kit makes it easier to keep a low profile when vaping, but the same can't be said of desktop devices. Not to forget the fact that they're completely wireless; as long as your battery has enough juice, you're good to go. Now, it's worth mentioning that vaping isn't something to be ashamed of, especially with marijuana becoming legal in more jurisdictions. However, there are certain situations where you want to avoid the glare of the public eye when vaping, and this is where these gadgets make all the difference.
They're User-friendly
One of the (perceived) drawbacks of vape pens is that they offer fewer settings than their tabletop counterparts. But there's another way to look at it; the same simplicity is exactly what makes vape pens so user-friendly. Whether or not you have any previous experience with vaporizers, it shouldn't take you more than a couple of minutes to be able to work a vape pen.
They're Affordable
While a decent desk-top will cost about $500 at the very least, you can get a top-of-the-range vape pen for less than half of this price. Plus, these devices are widely available, which means you won't spend too much time (or money) looking for dealers. The best part is that most models are now designed to be used with most materials, including oils, waxes and dry herbs.