Toking is a timeless stoner tradition, true. But vaping and dabbing have become intensely popular among pot fans. 

Why has using a vaporizer to smoke weed become a mainstay for cannabis consumers? There are some distinct advantages over other methods of marijuana enjoyment. We’re going to go over some of the pluses of vape use. We’ll also look at some arguments against it.

There are different ways to vaporize. We’ll look take a closer look at the different approaches to vaping and dabbing. 

And we’ll show you some inexpensive vapes and rigs for your consideration. After all, saving money on the means of vaping leaves more to spend on weed wax. Or you can conserve your cannabis cash for vaporizer cartridges.

Finally, being Cannasaver, we will help you find the best bargains on vaping supplies. Dispensary discounts are our business and we’ve got loads of coupon links to save your bud bucks.

Let’s start by taking a look at getting lit from vaping.

To Vape or Not to Vape

When it comes to cannabis, some consumers are torn on the subject of smoking flower. On the one hand, smoking is the traditional means of cannabis consumption. It allows tokers to enjoy the complete flavor profile of the plant. Plus they experience the speedy uptake and near-instant effects associated with inhalation.

Smokable products may be distasteful to family and friends. Thus, some stoners would rather not risk offense by lighting up a doobie.

The good news is there’s a happy medium. This is thanks to vape products. They produce an inhalable mist, or vapor, rather than smoke. So, you can enjoy burning cannabis products without the potential social drawbacks.

Some people just plain prefer vape hits to puffing pot. Are there actually advantages to enjoying your ganja this way?

Let’s start with the positives. What are the upsides?

Better taste and aroma

Some stoners say that they prefer vaping to smoking because the flavor is better. First of all, there are no papers – so all you taste is concentrated cannabis. Secondly, because oils and waxes are concentrates, that means dense cannabinoids and terpenes. Those are where your flavors, odors, and effects come from.

More efficient burning

Vapes can be used at lower temperatures, which release cannabinoids and terpenes better. And temperature modulation means that more marijuana is inhaled. This is opposed to being immediately burned away with an open flame.

Portability 

Vaporizer pens with 510 screw-on cartridges fit easily into purses and pockets. That means they can be taken and used anywhere. Even dab rigs and bongs can be carefully taken along on rides or out into nature.

Some tabletop models are less portable and those need an outlet to plug into. But there are also several vaping accessories that are entirely easy to use anywhere.

More discreet 

Related to portability is discretion. It’s less noticeable to puff from a pen vape than pull out and light a doobie. Even weed pipes put out a lot of thick smoke. 

Unless someone is fairly close to you, they don’t know if you’re using a tobacco or cannabis vape. If they are close, maybe they can smell it. But, visually, to most people vaping regular or ‘wacky’ tobacco oil would look the same. That said, you should be aware of local ordinances about weed use in public, so you avoid legal issues.

Without thick smoke and particulates, the smell of a vape is less noticeable in the air. It's also milder in your hair and on clothing.

Safer than smoking

Arguably, vaporizing concentrates is safer than breathing in particulate-filled smoke. There are concerns that many smoking particles can be carcinogenic in nature.

Also, there’s no open flame, thus less chance of an accidental burn. However, dabbing does utilize a blow torch. Battery vapes, as long as they are charged, obviously can be used without needing a match or lighter.

Okay, and are there any negatives? Some people think so.

Vaping is more complicated than smoking flower.

Depending on the kind of device, there is a learning curve to vaping. Some pens have easily adjustable temperature settings. Other types require you to meticulously set and adjust the heating element. But there is a learned finesse to vaping or dabbing right.

And there is cleaning and charging for some vaporizers.

There is some concern about the risk of inhaling trace amounts of vitamin E acetate. This chemical can cause lung damage.

Vaping concentrates also involves higher concentrations of THC. That might mean the resultant buzz could be too intense for some users.

Cost-effective

Vaping devices range from cheap and simple pen vapes to elaborate dab rigs.

But to really get the headiest vaping experience, you’d want to invest in a decent dab rig. And that can get costly.

To give you an idea, a typical vaporizer pen can run about $15-20. And vaporizer cartridges can be had for $20-$70.

On the more designer end of the spectrum, a decent dab rig can cost you between $60 to about $200. That’s for rig/bong, banger or nail, torch, and carb cap.

Herbal vapes can be pricey, too. Especially high-end tabletop models, which can run as high as $500.

Okay, that’s the good and bad of vaping, what are your options?

Different Kinds of Vaporizers

Vaping devices fall into three categories: tabletop units, portable vapes, and pens. 

Tabletop vapes have the most power. Brands like Volcano have big bags that fill with vapor and then you breathe from them. That tends to be a lot of volume and thus amazing amounts of THC. So, they can get you amazingly high.

They are fun for parties and pot pals getting together. But they aren’t very portable. You have to have a power socket nearby to plug into. They are generally bigger and bulkier. That makes them a challenge to lug around.

These bulkier vapes work for both dry herbs and wax concentrates.

Portable vapes are different from pens, though both are obviously easy to use on the go. 

These units can include dab rigs, which are small enough to carry with you. Mainly portables have better batteries and more temperature control than pen battery bases. Many units have adapters for concentrates and can also heat dry herb.

Some pieces have a heating chamber for herb or oil. Others are designed to accept 510-threaded carts.

A few models can even be controlled via smartphone apps.

And 510-threaded vaporizer pens are pretty much what they say on the label. These devices are cylindrical sticks with a single button. They are standardized to accept 510-threaded cartridges.

Generally, they have a single button that you press to heat the oil cartridge and produce vapor. With many, multiple presses are used to turn off or on and adjust heating levels.

Pens can be used for dozens of hits between recharges.

A subset of stick vapes is disposables. Disposable vape pens tend to have no power button. You just inhale through the mouthpiece to get vapor. Then after around 100 or so hits, you throw the empty device away.

Next, we’ll give you a few sample discount units. You might consider one of these for consuming leaf or concentrated cannabis.

Examples of Discount Vapes

We’ll start with the cheapest and easiest to use, pen and disposable vaporizer pens. 

Many dispensaries sell these very basic units. And, of course, they also sell concentrated oil cartridges. You can also find 510-threaded bases online at Amazon or eBay.

Here are a few sample discounts found here on Cannasaver:

$13.95 Disposable Vape Pen 250mg | Denver | Pure Marijuana Dispensary - W 40th

Aeropro Vape Pen $30 | Denver | Herbs4you

Buy Any 2 Live Resin or Live Rosin Cartridges and Get a Free Battery | Denver | Herbs4you

We’ll include some links for oil carts below.

What about portable units? These are less likely to be found at a provisioning center. But you can find many online.

Yocan Kodo Pro Box Mod is an example of a decent discount portable piece. It retails for a regular price of $19.99. There’s even a payment plan of a few dollars per month. 

This one has a digital readout and an adjustable voltage setting. It is designed for 510-threaded cartridges.

Yocan Vane Portable Vaporizer is a dry herb vape priced at $59.99. It also has a payment plan.

Other features include a ceramic heating chamber. It takes a mere 30 seconds to heat. There’s a digital OLED display. And it has very precise temperature control.

If you want to dab, the Stoned Genie 6" Classic Shower Bend Dab Rig is a good example of a discount rig. 

For $28.99 you get a 6” quartz glass base plus a banger that you heat to put wax in. There is a standard bowl included for toking weed flower.  It comes with green, blue, or yellow accents.

Finally, we have an example of a budget tabletop bud burner. The Vaporite Solo Digit device costs $89.99. That price is inexpensive for one of these bulkier units.

It has a wooden chassis and includes the rubber tubing or whip. The vaporizer features a digital temperature LCD with a wireless remote control. The temperature range starts at 253°F and goes up to 420°F. This one heats up in about a minute, then you can place your herb and toke away.

So, you have an idea of the different devices and what cheaper units go for. Now, how about some savings on supplies?

How to Find the Best Prices on Vape Products on Cannasaver

Here at Cannasaver, we’re pleased to offer a wide variety of THC cart and wax coupons. These offers make vaping products accessible to bud bargain hunters on a budget. You can find deals on everything from disposable cannabis vapes to cartridges, and pods.

We also offer distillate, edibles, and other premium product savings. You can find discounts on medical and recreational cannabis alike. Leaf deals can be had for a range of different strains, varieties, and potencies.

You can save on all your favorite products and sample something new at minimal expense.

To find what you’re looking for just type into the rectangular text box at the top, left of the page. There are also categorized drop-down menus beside the search box.

Results can be fine-tuned to your geographic location. Just specify the city and state using the map icon below the search rectangle.

Take a look at these great offers and then decide which you prefer.

To get you vaping fast, here are some links on carts, flower, and wax:

$9.95 for 500mg Distillate Cartridges! | Denver | Pure Marijuana Dispensary - W 40th

500mg High Potency Vape Cartridge $15.82 | Denver | Herbs4you

High THCa Hemp Flower Indica or Sativa | Towson | CBD Effects

Rec - 4g/$45 OTD Wax & Shatter | Denver | Trenchtown Cannabis