PAX Four vs Crafty+: New Generation or German Engineering?
In short: The PAX Four is PAX’s latest portable with hybrid heating and a 2-year warranty (EU/UK; up to 3 years with registration within 30 days) in a slim body. The Storz & Bickel Crafty+ is the compact version of the Mighty+ with hybrid heating. Both use hybrid heating — but the PAX Four relies on four heat modes selected via its button while the Crafty+ offers app control; one prioritizes portability and warranty, the other battery life.
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Specs Compared
| Feature | ||
|---|---|---|
| Price (approx.) | 157.88 € incl. shipping | 162.52 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping |
| Heating | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Temp range | Up to 220 | 40–210 °C |
| Heat-up | 55–70 s | 60 s |
| Battery | 2800 mAh | – |
| App | No | Yes |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Made by | PAX (USA) | Storz & Bickel (Germany) |
Vapor Quality
Both use hybrid heating.
Key fact: The Crafty+ uses Storz & Bickel’s hybrid heating, while the PAX Four relies on conduction with dual-use capability (herb + concentrates). Crafty+ from 162.52 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping; PAX Four from 157.88 € incl. shipping (Vapochecker, 2026).
Battery and Portability
This is the most dramatic difference. The PAX Four lasts up to 5 sessions or 50 minutes per charge according to PAX; Storz & Bickel does not publish a comparable session count for the Crafty+. However, the PAX Four is significantly slimmer and lighter, fitting discreetly into any pocket. The Crafty+ is compact by S&B standards but still noticeably bulkier than the PAX.
Warranty and Long-Term
PAX offers a 2-year warranty (EU/UK; up to 3 years with registration within 30 days) — comparable to the Crafty+’s 2 years. For a device with a sealed battery that will degrade, any warranty coverage matters.
Who Should Buy Which?
Choose the PAX Four if you:
- Want the slimmest, most discreet portable
- Value a 2-year warranty (EU/UK; up to 3 years with registration within 30 days)
- Need fast heat-up for quick sessions
Choose the Crafty+ if you:
- Want app control
- Need a bigger battery for more sessions
- Want the compact version of the Mighty+ experience
Bottom line: The PAX Four is the better pocket companion — slim, fast, and backed by a 2-year warranty (EU/UK; up to 3 years with registration within 30 days). The Crafty+ has the bigger battery. Choose based on whether portability or battery life matters more to you.
Price History
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Frequently Asked Questions
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PAX Four
144 shops worldwide · 21 ship to US
from 157.88 € incl. shipping
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Storz & Bickel Crafty+
196 shops worldwide · 21 ship to US
from 162.52 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping
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