Arizer Solo 3 V2 vs Venty: Glass Purity or Comfort?
Arizer Solo 3 V2 vs Venty: Glass Purity or High-Tech Comfort?
Summary
At a Glance
- Arizer Solo 3 V2 (from 215.68 € incl. shipping): hybrid, 5–15s, built-in battery (up to 3 h per charge per Arizer), 280g
- Storz & Bickel Venty (from 297.93 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping): hybrid, 20s, two built-in 18650 batteries (capacity not published), 252g
The Arizer Solo 3 V2 (from ~215.68 € incl. shipping) relies on a pure glass vapor path, a large battery, and operation while charging. The Venty (from ~297.93 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping) offers Storz & Bickel’s hybrid heating with dosing capsules and an LC display. Winner comfort: Venty.
Technical Specifications Compared
Storz & Bickel Venty
from 297.93 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping
202 shops worldwide · 24 ship to US
Compare pricesPrice gap today: Storz & Bickel Venty costs 82.25 € more than Arizer Solo 3 V2.
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| Specification |  Solo 3 V2 215.68 € incl. shipping |  Venty 297.93 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Max. temperature | 220 °C | 210 °C |
| Heat-up time | 15 s | 20 s |
| Battery | built-in, capacity not published (over 5,000 mAh according to published tests) | 2 × 18650, built-in, capacity not published |
| Weight | 280 g | 252 g |
| Vapor path | Glass (stems) | Plastic (cooling unit) |
| Dosing capsules | No | Yes |
| App control | No | Yes (optional) |
| Pass-through | Yes | No |
| Price from | ~215.68 € incl. shipping | ~297.93 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping |
How Does Vapor Quality Differ?
Both use hybrid heating — but with entirely different vapor paths. The Solo 3 V2 channels the vapor through a borosilicate glass stem. Glass is flavor-neutral. The Venty uses a plastic cooling unit with multiple chambers that cools the vapor more thoroughly.
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The Venty delivers cooler, smoother vapor that is more comfortable to inhale. Comfort: Venty.
Battery and Heat-Up Time
The Solo 3 V2’s battery is built in. Arizer does not state a capacity, but rates it for up to three hours of use per charge. The Solo 3 V2 also supports pass-through charging: vaporizing while charging. In practice, it lasts noticeably longer per charge.
The Venty has two built-in 18650 cells whose capacity Storz & Bickel does not publish. No pass-through. However, the Venty charges quickly: with the S&B Supercharger it reaches 80% in 40 minutes. Both charge via USB-C.
Ecosystem and Accessories
The Venty benefits from the extensive Storz & Bickel ecosystem: dosing capsules, cooling unit sets, Wear & Tear sets. This makes cleaning and on-the-go use considerably easier.
The Solo 3 V2 offers various glass stem options: straight, bent, 14mm WPA for water filters. Glass stems are easy to clean. No capsule system, but cheaper spare parts.
Cleaning and Maintenance
The Solo 3 V2 is easy to maintain. Place the glass stem in isopropanol — done. The ceramic heating chamber barely gets dirty because the herb sits in the glass stem. Replacement glass stems are swapped out in seconds.
The Venty has more parts: disassemble the cooling unit, replace screens, soak in iso. With dosing capsules the chamber stays clean; without capsules it needs regular attention. More effort than the Solo 3 V2, but manageable thanks to the disassemblable cooling unit.
App and Controls
The Solo 3 V2 has a display and buttons on the device. Setting the temperature is quick and requires no smartphone. Arizer has deliberately never offered an app — the device works entirely independently. Ideal for users who value simplicity.
The Venty combines both: a dial and LC display for direct operation, plus the optional S&B app for Boost settings, custom sessions, and firmware updates. You do not need the app, but you have the option. The most flexible approach among current portable vaporizers.
Build Quality and Design
The Solo 3 V2 has a cylindrical stainless-steel housing with a brushed finish. Understated and functional. The glass stem protrudes from the top — fine for home use, less pocket-friendly on the go.
The Venty is more compact despite its width. The fold-down mouthpiece makes it easier to transport. The plastic surface provides a good grip. Visually, the Venty looks more modern; the Solo 3 V2 more classic.
Value for Money and Running Costs
Pricewise both are close: Solo 3 V2 from ~215.68 € incl. shipping, Venty from ~297.93 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping. Running costs do differ, however. Solo 3 V2: replacement glass stems and occasional new screens. Venty: dosing capsules, replacement cooling unit, screens. The Solo 3 V2 is cheaper to maintain in the long run.
Who Should Buy Which Device?
Choose Solo 3 V2 if: you want a glass vapor path, long battery life and operation while charging, no app, and prefer cheaper accessories.
Choose Venty if: you want cooler vapor with dosing capsules, appreciate app control and an LC display, and want to use the Storz & Bickel ecosystem.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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As of: April 2026. Prices are updated daily.
Editorial source and price review at VapoChecker. Unknown or conflicting manufacturer data is explicitly labeled.
VENTY fact check (24.08.2026): STORZ & BICKEL states two built-in lithium-ion batteries, but publishes neither a capacity nor a blanket Session figure. Manufacturer’s technical overview.
Current prices compared
Arizer Solo 3 V2
135 shops worldwide · 18 ship to US
from 215.68 € incl. shipping
Compare pricesStorz & Bickel Venty
202 shops worldwide · 24 ship to US
from 297.93 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping
Compare prices
* Total price incl. shipping to US, with a coupon code where needed. You’ll find the code in the partner box or on the product page.