Arizer Solo 3 V2 vs Solo 2 MAX: Which Solo Is Worth It?

The Solo 3 V2 also offers on-demand mode, XL glass tubes, and, according to Arizer, a heat-up time of 5–15 seconds. The Solo 2 MAX is a Session alternative with an OLED display. Both use hybrid heating between 50 and 220 °C and have a built-in battery. The Solo 2 MAX is shorter and, at 210 instead of 280 g, lighter; it starts at 138.39 € incl. shipping, while the Solo 3 V2 starts at 215.68 € incl. shipping.

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Comparison of the Solo 3 V2 and Solo 2 MAX

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Arizer Solo 3 V2

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Price gap today: Arizer Solo 3 V2 costs 77.29 € more than Arizer Solo 2 MAX.

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Documented differences according to Arizer
Feature	Solo 3 V2 215.68 € incl. shipping	Solo 2 MAX 138.39 € incl. shipping
Operating modes	Session and on-demand	Session
Heat-up time	5–15 seconds	Under 30 seconds according to the description
Display	Color display with presets	OLED display
Glass tubes	Original Air/Solo and XL	Original Air/Solo
Battery	Built in; up to 3 hours of use according to the manufacturer	Built in; up to 3 hours of use according to the manufacturer
Charging	USB-C; usable while charging	USB-C; usable while charging
Controls	On the device	On the device
Temperature	50–220 °C	50–220 °C
Heating	Hybrid, according to Arizer 80 % convection and 20 % conduction	Hybrid
Size and weight	49 × 32 × 130 mm, 280 g	46 × 35 × 113 mm, 210 g
Warranty	Lifetime heating element warranty, 2-year workmanship warranty, 1-year battery warranty	Lifetime heating element warranty, 2-year workmanship warranty, 1-year battery warranty

Sources: Solo III v2.0, Solo II MAX, and Arizer Support. All values are manufacturer specifications; Arizer does not state a battery capacity in mAh for either device.

When is on-demand mode worthwhile?

In on-demand mode, the Solo 3 V2 heats up at the press of a button in 5 to 15 seconds. This allows you to pause between individual draws without the device heating continuously. Both models are suitable for continuous sessions.

According to Arizer, the Solo 2 MAX heats up in under 30 seconds in Session mode and shows the temperature on an OLED display. At 113 mm, it is significantly shorter than the Solo 3 V2 and 70 g lighter. If you vaporize continuously anyway, you do not need on-demand mode.

XL tubes and complete package contents

Arizer includes four glass tubes with the Solo 3 V2: standard and XL, each in a straight version and with a 14-mm ground-glass joint for a water pipe. According to the manufacturer, the XL tube holds more material and allows more airflow. The Solo 2 MAX includes one 110-mm tube and one 14-mm tube.

Check the retailer’s listing for the designation V2 or Solo III v2.0; offers for the first Solo 3 generation are sometimes listed under a similar name. Stainless steel dosing capsules are not included by Arizer.

Battery and everyday charging

The batteries in both Solo models are not intended to be replaced by the user. Battery replacement depends on Arizer’s service solution. If you want to insert a charged battery yourself while traveling, compare the Air MAX with the Solo 3 V2.

Arizer states that both devices provide up to three hours of use per charge; at high temperatures and during long sessions, the battery runs out sooner. The Solo 2 MAX takes about three hours to charge fully, or longer if you use it while charging. Both charge via USB-C and can be used while charging.

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Which choice is right for you?

Solo 3 V2: if you want to use on-demand mode, need the XL tube, or appreciate the short heat-up time of 5 to 15 seconds.
Solo 2 MAX: if you vaporize continuously and are looking for a smaller, lighter device at a lower price.
Keep using it: If you already own a Solo 2 MAX and vaporize continuously, upgrading primarily gives you on-demand mode and the XL tube.

Frequently asked questions

Can I replace the battery myself in both devices?

No. Both Solo models have built-in batteries; replacement is handled through the manufacturer’s service department.

Does the Solo 3 V2 require an app?

The settings are controlled directly on the device. An app is not required for the functions described here.

Which Solo produces better vapor?

Both use hybrid heating from 50 to 220 °C, with the Solo 3 V2 using 80 percent convection according to Arizer. Its XL tube holds more material and allows more airflow. We have not conducted our own flavor comparison of the two devices.

Does the Arizer recall affect the Solo 3 V2?

Only certain devices: Arizer is voluntarily recalling Solo III units in the Intergalactic Black color with certain serial number prefixes in Canada and the United States that were sold or replaced on or after May 29, 2025. Arizer allows you to check whether your device is affected using the recall form.

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Arizer Solo 3 V2
135 shops worldwide · 18 ship to US
from 215.68 € incl. shipping
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Arizer Solo 2 MAX
111 shops worldwide · 8 ship to US
from 138.39 € incl. shipping
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