Portable Vaporizers Overview

One of the questions we are asked most frequently is ‘what are the best portable vaporizers for beginners’? Our answers do change from time to time, but usually, our response remains constant. Most newbie vape users tend to be looking for an affordable, user-friendly device that has a decent amount of features, a battery that they don’t have to constantly charge, and something that provides them with value. You might think it’s a bit of a task to meet all of these requirements, but we’ve narrowed it down to the top ten portable vaporizers that fit the criteria as of right now. These ten aren’t necessarily in any particular order, just ten that we think are the best at the time of this writing. There are pros and cons of each. If you’re new to the vaporization world and are looking for the best option, you’ve come to the right place.

1) Utillian 421

The Utilian 420’s battery lasts about an hour of continuous usage, which is an impressive time for a unit that is under $100. This model is simple to operate, with only one button and a digital display that anyone can understand. It also heats up in 20 seconds. As an added bonus, it looks like a cool little metal flask and is easily concealed for discreet toking. You really can’t beat the functionality, or the vapor quality, discreet nature and sleek design of the Utilian 421 – especially for such an affordable price. It remains one of the top portable vaporizers to this day. Read about it in our Utillian 421 Review.

Utillian 421 Front Profile

2) Tronian Milatron

The Tronian Milatron is a great option for beginners because of its no-nonsense design that emphasizes consistent sessions in a portable kit. The kit is overall super easy to use including a five minute auto-off timer and funneled chamber which is easy to load. Because it’s also compatible with the XMAX dry herb dosing capsules and XMAX wax cup, you can also have some added dab functionality and portability. Read about it in our Tronian Milatron Review.

tronian milatron portability

3) Pax Plus

The Pax Plus also lasts for an hour of continuous usage and costs around $200. It takes less than 2 hours to fully charge, which is a nice feature. The one button design is pretty simple to figure out, but the best part is that it’s virtually indestructable. Most users who are new to vaporization seem to find the unit meets and exceeds their expectations. Read about these features more in our Pax Plus Review.

4) DynaVap M Plus

The DynaVap M Plus is another high quality vape with a low price of under $100. As a battery-free dry herb vape, the DynaVap relies on either a butane torch or induction heater to get the cap to click and let you know that a temperature of above 350F has been reached. Despite the small 0.2g chamber size, this is a vape that packs a lot of punch and is great for quitting smoking since it feels very similar to having a joint in your hand. The stainless steel design will let you adjust the airflow by covering the air intake ports, and overall this is a great vape for those looking to make the transition to pure vaporizing. Read about it more in our DynaVap M Plus Review!

.dynavap m plus best budget vape

5) Arizer ArGo

The Arizer ArGo offers some of the thickest clouds at this price point of under $150, plus, its battery can be replaced which is always a nice feature to have. Most users get at least an hour of continuous use out of their ArGo. Its OLED display is bright, simple to understand and a no-brainer to operate. Most of the unit is pretty durable, although the glass mouthpiece can break if you’re careless. You can also vape with the unit while it’s charging. Read about these features more in our Arizer ArGo Review.

Arizer ArGo with mouth piece inserted ready to vape

6) G Pen Elite 2

Although it’s a slight bump in price compared to the other vapes on this list, the G Pen Elite 2 is simple to use – just press and hold the power button, set the temperature, and then click the power button twice. The Elite 2 is one of the most user friendly vapes on the market today – and also features a super ergonomic design. It lasts just over 60 minutes of continuous use, which isn’t the best but is made up for with powerful hybrid (conduction and convection) heating. With an HD screen and magnetic zirconia mouthpiece, there is a whole lot to love about this unit. Read about it more in our G Pen Elite 2 Review.

.G Pen Elite 2 Stir Tool and New Mouth Piece

7) Zeus Arc GTS Hub

The Zeus Arc GTS Hub is a bit pricier than the other vaporizers on this list, but is still affordable at under $300. However, you do get considerably more with this one. Top operate the GTS, all you’ll need to do is press and hold the mouthpiece down, and then press it once more to cycle between the temperature pre-sets if you’d like. With the web application, you can choose whatever temperature you want for the three pre-sets, right down to the degree – anywhere from 185 to 225 degrees Celsius. With a ninety minute battery life and 15 included dosing capsules, there is a good bang for your buck and an awesome introduction to dry herb vaping. Learn more about its dosing capsules in our Zeus Arc GTS Review.

Zeus Hub tray and ArcPods

8) G Pen Dash

Well under $100, the G Pen Dash is another great choice for newbies. The G Pen Dash charges up in about two hours and lasts about 40 minutes until you need to recharge again. The Dash is another unit that is one of the most discreet and compact on the market today. The device heats up in 30 seconds after five button presses, and has three preset temperature options. Vaping at the highest temperature with your G Pen Pro might cause some harshness, but is hot enough to crank out some respectable clouds for the small price point. As long as you keep your vape rips low and slow with this unit, you shouldn’t have any complaints about the vapor quality, though, as it remains one of the top portable vaporizers to this day for a reason. Learn more about its value in our G Pen Dash Review.

G Pen Dash Front profile with charging port

9) Utillian 620

The Utillian 620 is a solid pick for a beginner dry herb vape as it allows for awesome clouds thanks its unrestricted airflow. As an added bonus, it also has a bright OLED screen with easy to understand up and down arrows to help set and see your chamber’s temperature – Two thumbs up from us! Learn more about it in our Utillian 620 Review.

Utillian 620 Device Shot

10) XMAX V3 Pro

The shape of the XMAX V3 Pro definitely lives up to its name; it closely resembles a nicotine pen – which is absolutely ideal for tokes that are discreet as possible. It is perhaps the most customizable on this list when it comes to aesthetics, as you can choose from about a dozen different accessories such as a glass mouthpiece or bubbler options. You’ll have the option to either use session or on-demand modes, as well as being able to vape loose flower or dabs with the included wax cup. With a swappable 18650 battery, awesome airflow, and easy user interface, this is a great entry-level vape for beginners. Read about it more in our XMax V3 Pro Review.

X Max v3 Pro side profile with intake air holes

Did we miss any portable vaporizers that are perfect for new users? Do you own one of these ten? Let us know.

Check back right here to Tools420 for more great reviews just like this one. Follow us on social media YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for updates and to be entered to win prizes!

Until next time, it’s 4:20 somewhere!

Age Verification

You must be at least 19 years or older to enter.

OVER 19 (ENTER) UNDER 19 (EXIT)