Crafty+ Review 2026: S&B’s Pocket Vaporizer

The compact S&B

The Crafty+ is the little brother of the Mighty+. Same hybrid heating, same Dosing Capsules, same S&B promise — but in a housing that fits into any trouser pocket. 135 grams instead of 242. In return, you need the smartphone app for precise temperature adjustment.

From 179.00 € incl. shipping at over 40 shops. Cheaper than the Mighty+ and Venty, more compact than both. The question is: how much S&B experience fits into this small housing?

Design and portability

The Crafty+ is pocket-friendly. It disappears into a jacket pocket without leaving a bulge. The housing is solid, the build quality is typically S&B. A single button controls the device: switch it on and off you go. No display, no extra buttons.

Without the app, you have a standard temperature (180°C) and a boost mode (195°C). For everything else, you need the S&B Companion App via Bluetooth. That is the Crafty+’s biggest compromise: dependence on the app. If you do not want to have your phone with you while vaping, the Mighty+ is the better choice.

Vapor quality

The same hybrid heating as the Mighty+ and Venty. The heat-up time is around 60 seconds. The vapor is dense, clean and flavourful. The cooling system is more compact than on the Mighty+, but works surprisingly well for the size.

The flavour is typically S&B: balanced, warm, with good terpene preservation at 180-195°C. At higher temperatures, the Crafty+ delivers dense clouds, but the smaller cooling system makes the vapor warmer than on the Mighty+. WPA use (water filtration) balances this out.

Battery: the real weak point

2800 mAh sounds okay, but only delivers 45-60 minutes of use. No pass-through charging — you cannot vape while the device is charging. That is the biggest drawback compared with the Mighty+ and Venty. USB-C charges it fully in around 90 minutes.

The battery is enough for 3-4 short sessions a day. For evenings with friends, you will need to recharge in between. The battery is not replaceable.

Dosing Capsules and cleaning

Full compatibility with the S&B Capsule System. The 8-piece magazine fits perfectly. Cleaning is like the Mighty+: Capsules recommended for a clean chamber, cooling unit regularly in isopropanol.

How does the Crafty+ compare against other S&B portables?

The Crafty+ wins on compactness and price. The Mighty+ wins on battery and cooling. The Venty wins on speed. The PAX Plus wins on weight, but does not have hybrid heating. More detailed comparison: Mighty+ vs Crafty+.

Who is the Crafty+ for?

For S&B fans who want maximum portability. For users who do not mind app control. For owners of a Mighty+ who are looking for a compact second device for use on the go.

NOT for: people who refuse apps (without the app only 2 temperatures), heavy users (battery too small), users who need pass-through.

Current best price: 179.00 € incl. shipping

Using the Crafty+ correctly: step by step

The Crafty+ is ready for use in 60 seconds – enough time to prepare the chamber. Grind your material medium-fine (not into powder) and fill the chamber loosely to lightly packed. The optimal amount is around 0.3 g. If you want to work more cleanly while out and about, go for the dosing capsule adapters: fill the capsules in advance, insert them, done.

On your first draw at the standard temperature (around 180 °C), you will immediately notice the typical Storz & Bickel flavour – clean, aromatic, cool thanks to the Cooling Unit. Draw slowly and evenly for 10-15 seconds. The resistance is intentionally kept light.

After a few draws, Boost Mode is worth using: press the button briefly and the temperature rises to up to 210 °C. That way you get the last active compounds out as well. The 2800 mAh battery is enough for 4-6 full sessions – depending on temperature and draw length. It is best to charge the Crafty+ via USB-C straight after each session, then it is always ready to use.

Cleaning and care

Regular cleaning is the key to consistently good vapor. After every third to fifth session, you should brush out the chamber with the included brush – ideally while the device is still warm, as residues come off more easily then.

The Cooling Unit is the component that gets dirtiest. Take it apart and soak all parts in isopropyl alcohol (at least 90%) for 20-30 minutes. Afterwards, rinse thoroughly with warm water and allow everything to dry completely. You can wipe the sealing rings separately – alcohol attacks rubber over time.

The O-rings and screens are consumable parts. Storz & Bickel includes replacements in the Wear & Tear Set. Replace the screens as soon as they become dark or the draw resistance noticeably increases. One practical tip: dosing capsules keep the chamber significantly cleaner. Anyone who uses capsules regularly will rarely need to clean the chamber itself.

Crafty+ vs Mighty+ vs Venty vs PAX Plus

Four popular portable vaporizers in direct comparison. The three Storz & Bickel models rely on hybrid heating (convection + conduction), while the PAX Plus relies purely on conduction.

The Crafty+ is the most compact device in the S&B line-up – 135 g compared with 242 g for the Mighty+. If you want maximum portability, choose the Crafty+. If you need longer battery life and a display, the Mighty+ is the better option. The Venty heats up in just 20 seconds and offers the most modern technology, but also costs the most. The PAX Plus scores with a 10-year warranty and the slimmest design, but relies on pure conduction.

Frequently asked questions about the Crafty+

What is the difference between the Crafty+ and Mighty+?

Both use the same Storz & Bickel hybrid heating and reach the same maximum temperature. The main difference: the Mighty+ has a built-in OLED display, a larger battery (3300 vs 2800 mAh) and at 242 g weighs almost twice as much. The Crafty+ is controlled entirely via the smartphone app and at 135 g fits into any trouser pocket. The vapor quality is on the same level for both.

How do you use the dosing capsules?

The dosing capsules (also Dosing Capsules) are small metal chambers that you fill with material in advance. Press the lid shut, insert the capsule into the chamber of the Crafty+ and close the mouthp iece. Advantage: the chamber stays clean, swapping on the go takes seconds, and you can prepare several capsules. After use, simply tap out the capsule. Storz & Bickel offers sets with 8 or 40 capsules.

How often do you need to clean the Crafty+?

That depends on usage. As a rule of thumb: brush out the chamber after every third to fifth session. Soak the Cooling Unit (mouthp iece unit) in isopropyl alcohol every 1-2 weeks – or sooner if the draw resistance increases. Anyone who uses dosing capsules needs to clean the chamber much less often. You should replace the screens every 4-6 weeks, depending on how dirty they are.

What temperature is best for the Crafty+?

For beginners, starting at 175-180 °C is suitable: here you get aromatic, mild vapor with full flavour. After the first few draws, you can increase to 185-195 °C for denser clouds. Boost Mode takes you up to 210 °C – ideal for the last draws of a session if you want to get everything out of the material. Temperatures above 200 °C deliver maximum output, but at the expense of flavour.

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Checklist before buying

1. Got a smartphone with you? Without the app only 2 temperatures (180°C + Boost). For full control you need the S&B Companion App.
2. How many sessions per day? 2800 mAh is enough for 3-4 short sessions. Heavy users need the Mighty+.
3. Want pocket suitability? At 135g the most compact S&B. The Mighty+ is almost twice as heavy.
4. Need pass-through charging? The Crafty+ CANNOT be used while charging. The Mighty+ and Venty can.
5. Check your budget: From 179.00 € incl. shipping the cheapest S&B portable. The Mighty+ and Venty cost significantly more.

Conclusion

The Crafty+ delivers 90% of the Mighty+’s vapor quality in a housing half the size. The compromise: less battery, no pass-through charging, app dependence. For users who want S&B quality in their pocket, it is the first choice. From 179.00 € incl. shipping — the cheapest entry into the S&B world.

Official product page: Storz & Bickel

VENTY fact check (24 August 2026): STORZ & BICKEL specifies two built-in lithium-ion batteries, but neither a capacity nor a universal sessions-per-charge figure. Manufacturer technical overview.