The Best Desktop Vaporizers For 2023 [All Budgets]

Trying to find the best desktop vaporizer can be a daunting task, and the end result will more than likely be different for every person. Not only do they vary quite a bit more than your average dry herb portable vaporizer, but they tend to cost a bit more as well.

This best desktop vaporizer article will break down my top picks for the best dry herb and concentrate desktop vaporizers in 2023. You can also find alternative budget options and honorable mentions for at-home use.

Best Desktop Vaporizers 2023

Directions: Click the vaporizer below for a quick synopsis, links to full reviews, coupon codes, and multiple buying options. Click the price links to go to my preferred authorized retailer. Check out my list for the best portable vaporizers if you want something to use on the go. Hit me up with any questions. (*) – Requires coupon code for pricing.

Vaporizer	Category	Price
Volcano Hybrid	Best Overall Desktop	$525*
Volcano Classic	Best Overall Alt	$359*
Ditanium	Best Dual-Use Desktop	$299
Arizer XQ2	Best Budget Desktop	$160
Arizer Extreme Q	Best Budget Alt	$120
Mighty+ (Plus)	At Home Portable	$299*

Volcano Hybrid Vaporizer

Name:	Volcano Hybrid Vaporizer
Manufacturer:	Storz and Bickel
Price:	$699
Materials:	Dry Herbs and Concentrates
Temp Range:	226F – 446F (108C – 230C)
Heating:	Hybrid
Warranty:	3 Years

The Volcano Hybrid vaporizer features a new easy valve system, faster heat-up times, shorter fill times, and added whip option. If money is no option, you want the Volcano Hybrid Vaporizer. If you want the Volcano but can’t justify the price tag, check out the Volcano Classic below.

The Classic doesn’t heat up as fast or offer a digital temperature display, but it’s still the reigning king of desktop vaporizers. Find everything you need to know about the Volcano Hybrid in my full Volcano Hybrid vaporizer review.

The Volcano system itself is pretty simple. It uses a heater with a fan that sits below the chamber. Place the chamber on the top of the unit, and it blows hot air over your herbs into a bag. You then detach the bag from the valve system and press your lips against the mouthpiece to take a draw.

One underrated aspect of the Volcano is the lack of cleaning. I’ve vaped ounces through my Volcano without having to do a full cleaning.

All you have to do is empty the chamber and brush the screen off with the little brush that it comes with, and you practically never have to clean your Volcano. Even when you do, full cleaning will take about 10 minutes. We’re talking months of use, and it continues to work with minimal performance degradation.

I can always count on the Volcano vaporizer. It’s also one of the best options for groups because the Volcano bag can easily be tossed around the room. You can click here to buy the Volcano Hybrid Vaporizer directly from Storz and Bickel.

Volcano Classic Vaporizer

Name:	Volcano Classic Vaporizer
Manufacturer:	Storz and Bickel
Price:	$479
Materials:	Dry Herbs and Concentrates
Temp Range:	226F – 446F (108C – 230C)
Heating:	Hybrid
Warranty:	3 Years

The Volcano Classic came out back in 2000, and the fact that it’s still sold in basically the same form/fashion says everything you need to know about it. I’ve used the Volcano Classic vaporizer (or Hybrid) almost daily for years on end, and it still continues to perform. While it doesn’t heat up as fast as the Hybrid or feature an on-vape digital display, it still features the same type of heating system and will give you the same vapor quality.

The Volcano vaporizer works by placing herbs into a chamber that sits on top of a heater. Below the heater is a fan that blows the hot air through the chamber and into a bag. Once the bag is full, you remove it from the chamber, attach the mouthpiece, and inhale the vapor from the bag.

Storz and Bickel currently make two different versions of the Volcano Classic, “Silver” and “Onyx.” They have previously released a few different versions, including a 24k Gold version and a White “Peace Edition” model, with a portion of proceeds going to help the Ukraine war efforts. You can still find the White version from the Vapor link above, but only the Silver and Onyx are available from S&B.

You can click here to buy the Volcano Classic directly from Storz and Bickel and check out my Volcano Classic review for more info.

Ditanium Vaporizer

Name:	Ditanium Vaporizer
Manufacturer:	Ditanium Vapor
Price:	$299
Materials:	Dry Herbs and Concentrates
Temp Range:	Up to 900F (482C)
Heating:	Convection
Warranty:	2 Years

The Ditanium Vaporizer is the best of both worlds if you are using both dry herbs and concentrates. You can use it with just dry herbs (flower), only concentrates, or combine them for a “double-decker” and hit both flower and concentrates. Trust me when I say you will be napping shortly after that.

This is a “whip unit” but can be used in many variations. The whip fits 14mm female connectors, and the whip portion can be removed for hands-free draws via the glass portion.

I am extremely impressed by the overall build quality and consistency of the Ditanium. I get super smooth, cool rips with dry herb, and the quartz nail delivers some super tasty dabs. This vaporizer truly does it all while being easy to clean and maintain.

I was a Volcano all day everyday type of person, and this Ditanium has put the Volcano on backup for the time being. Like the Volcano, I leave it on from when I wake up until I go to sleep. It’s always heated, always ready to go, and you always have the option of doing a dab if you’re feeling super spicy.

I don’t recommend venturing outside the 12-1 PM range on the temp dial for both flower and concentrates. You don’t have to adjust the dial for concentrate use. I recommend a fairly coarse grind with about .15 grams of dry herb, and the term “a little dab will do you” works appropriately for the Ditanium.

The two of us who run vaporizerwizard.com have been fighting over whose turn it is to test the Ditanium, so we ended up ordering a second one. The black one in the second photo is the new unit. It comes with a new dial, different-style glass attachments, and a longer-style whip.

Did I mention they come with a lifetime warranty? You seriously can’t go wrong with the Ditanium, and it’s the best tabletop vaporizer for dry herbs and concentrates. Also, don’t forget to pick up the carb cap for dabbing (far left in the above photo). It doesn’t come with one. Get more info in my Ditanium Vaporizer Review.

Arizer XQ2 Vaporizer

Name:	Arizer XQ2 Vaporizer
Manufacturer:	Arizer Tech
Price:	$239
Materials:	122F – 500F (50C – 260C)
Heating:	Convection
Warranty:	3 Years

The Arizer XQ2 is the newer, upgraded version of the OG Extreme Q desktop vaporizer. The Arizer XQ2 desktop vaporizer received a few upgrades, including a redesigned bag/balloon system and a new connoisseur bowl that places the herbs closer to the heater, making it easier to get consistent results and no more need for third-party accessories.

Check out my full Arizer XQ2 review for a detailed breakdown, tons of pictures, and see whether or not I think it’s worth the upgrade from the Arizer EQ.

Arizer Extreme Q Vaporizer

Name:	Arizer Extreme Q
Manufacturer:	Arizer Tech
Price(MSRP):	$165
Materials:	Dry Herbs
Heating:	Convection
Warranty:	3 Years

The Extreme-Q vaporizer is a multi-use desktop vaporizer that features the option to fill a bag or use a whip. I like to call the Extreme-Q the jack of all trades but master of none. Yes, it offers both the bag and whip, but it’s not the best in either category.

Compared to the Volcano, the bags fill much slower, will not taste quite as good, and the volcano bag-valve systems are great. They seal the vapor and have essentially zero draw resistance. With the Extreme-Q bag, you will have to keep your finger over the tube to prevent leakage, and the tube has a thin diameter so you can take the huge free-flowing draws like you can with the Volcano.

Generally, I prefer a bag delivery method. It’s easy to pass around, and I’m not tied to a whip in one location. But when I use the Extreme Q, I actually find myself using it with the whip most often.

So if you like the whip option and are also interested in a few bags here and there, I really think you would like the Extreme-Q.

Overall the Extreme-Q is actually the desktop vaporizer I use the least from this page, but it is also the cheapest vaporizer. Since the Extreme-Q is very reliable and very versatile, it definitely deserves its spot here. Check out my full Arizer Extreme Q Vaporizer Review for more info. I also have an Arizer XQ2 vs. Arizer Extreme Q Comparison if you are on the fence between the two.

Mighty+ (Plus) Vaporizer

Name:	Mighty+ (Plus) Vaporizer
Manufacturer:	Storz and Bickel
Price (MSRP):	$399
Materials:	Dry Herbs and Concentrates
Temp Range:	104F – 410F
Heating:	Hybrid
Battery Life:	6-8 Bowls Avg
Battery Type:	Non-Replaceable / Rechargeable
Charging Type:	USB-C / 3 Hours (1 Hour w/ Quick Charger)
Warranty:	2 + 1

The Storz and Bickel Mighty+ vaporizer is definitely a portable vaporizer, but I find myself using it quite a bit at home as well as on the go. The Mighty+ has exceptional battery life and can be used while charging, so it works perfectly for both on the go and carrying from room to room or out onto the deck or yard.

I also like the fact that it’s one of the easiest vaporizers to use and own. The cleaning is infrequent, but it does take a while when needed. I’ve gone months before cleaning my Crafty/Mighty vaporizers.

The other thing that I like about the Mighty plus vaporizer is that it’s just the right size to pass around in a group setting, and it’s durable enough to survive big drops. So the Mighty+ isn’t a desktop vaporizer, but hopefully, you can see where it might serve that purpose.

It also hooks up to glass pieces via a water pipe adapter and is powerful enough to draw huge clouds. Click here to buy the Mighty vaporizer directly from Storz and Bickel. I also have a full Mighty+ vaporizer review for more info and pictures.

Best Desktop Vaporizer Categories Explained

Best Overall Desktop Vaporizer – The best overall desktop vaporizer is the unit I use the most. It’s usually on all day, every day, readily available to get me medicated quickly. It’s also the desktop vaporizer that requires the least amount of cleaning and maintenance. Last but not least, it is the most reliable because it has to be. This is my go-to vaporizer when I’m at home.

Best Dual-Use Desktop Vaporizer – The best dual-use desktop vaporizer can successfully and effectively vaporize concentrates and dry herbs (flower). It’s also another desktop vaporizer that needs to be reliable and fairly easy to maintain because I’ll be using it on the daily.

Best Budget Desktop Vaporizer – The best budget desktop vaporizer is affordable without sacrificing quality or features. These picks are the best cheap desktop vaporizer that still delivers great vapor production and taste and won’t break the bank.

Best for Home Use + Mentions – The best for home use picks won’t necessarily be desktop-style vaporizers. They can also be portable style vaporizers but are good for use at home.

Best Desktop Vaporizers 2023 Wrap-Up

While I personally think the Ditanium is the best desktop vaporizer, it might not be for everyone. It’s not the one-button type of setup like the Volcano. It takes some time to master the best technique, but the Ditanium does offer better vapor quality and more versatility when it comes to using different types of cannabis.

If I were only going to be using the vaporizer for dry herb (flower), I would go with the Volcano Hybrid, hands down. If I knew I would be using dry herbs and concentrates, the Ditanium (Ditanium Vaporizer Review) would be my choice.

The desktop vaporizer I’ve used the most is the Volcano Classic (Volcano Vaporizer Review) because I’ve had it for over ten years. It still works just as good as the day I got it.

The vaporizer I use the most right now out of all of my vaporizers is the Volcano Hybrid (Volcano Hybrid Review). The reason is that it’s the easiest to operate, and the majority of the time, I’m vaping dry herb cannabis. However, lately, I’ve been testing out dab rigs and using more concentrates.

While the Volcano can vape concentrates, it’s via a mesh pad, and it’s nowhere near the experience the Ditanium offers. So I’ve been using the Ditanium a lot more, and it’s become second nature to reach for it now. It does take longer to heat up, and there’s more to the operation, but the vapor quality is so smooth and tasty. It’s unmatched.

Please hit me up in the comments below if you have questions about any of the vaporizers on this page or would like to see another desktop reviewed. I’ve used a lot more desktops than I’ve reviewed, so I can help narrow down some options if you’re on the fence.

Thank you for taking the time to check out my list of the best desktop vaporizers in 2023 and happy vaping.