The Iolite Portable Vaporizer was introduced in 2008 by Oglesby & Butler. Less than 2 years later, the NO2 Portable Vaporizer was announced by Vapir.
First of all, I am not an expert on the Iolite Vaporizer. I don’t even own the Iolite. However, since friends have asked me which vaporizer I would recommend, I am still going to attempt a basic comparison:
Benefits of the Iolite Vaporizer
- Small – Smaller than the NO2
- Impressive 40 second heat up time
- Holds a charge for 2 hours
- Uses a flameless gas catalytic heater
- Holds a temperature of 374° F / 190° C (accurate within 5° F)
- Powered by butane
- Refillable with additional butane
- Choice of color – Black, Blue, Orange, etc.
Benefits of the NO2 Vaporizer
- Internal rechargeable battery
- Digital temperature display (accurate within 2°-5°)
- Temperature memory
- Battery charge level indicator
- Auto shut off after 20 minutes – Saves battery life
- Stainless steel encased pure brass heating element
- Less than 2 minute heat up time
- Small (larger than the Iolite)
- Less expensive than the Iolite – Saves money
Verdict – Which Vaporizer?
Like I already mentioned, I don’t own the Iolite Vaporizer. Clearly, the Iolite and NO2 are both good portable vaporizers. Many reviews confirm this. That said, if a friend asked me today which vaporizer I would recommend, I would recommend the NO2 over the Iolite.
Here are my reasons for picking the NO2:
- The Iolite requires butane refills. With the NO2, you only need to plug it into a wall to charge it or use it.
- Butane can affect the taste of the vapor.
- I am a fan of the LED digital temperature display on the NO2. I like having choice over the temperature. It is also nice to know when the vaporizer is heated up and ready to go.
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More info on the NO2 Vaporizer
Read the full NO2 Vaporizer Review on the home page
