Two flagships, one dilemma. The PAX Four is PAX’s latest release — flat, minimal, almost invisible in your trouser pocket. The Venty from Storz & Bickel focuses on maximum vapor performance in a compact format. Both use hybrid heating, but they’re far apart in price. And yet they pursue entirely different goals.
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This isn’t about good versus bad. It’s about a fundamental question: do you want the most discreet device that still vaporizes well? Or the most powerful portable vaporizer there is?
Key facts at a glance
- PAX Four from 159.00 € incl. shipping
- Venty from 295.00 € incl. shipping
Price comparison: PAX Four vs Venty
PAX Four
from 159.00 € incl. shipping
151 shops
VENTY
from 295.00 € incl. shipping
211 shops
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→ Read the full PAX Four review (7.5/10)
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Compact vs performance — the central conflict
The PAX Four is one of the most compact premium devices. At 107.5 × 36 × 26.7 mm it disappears into any trouser pocket, and you can take it anywhere without anyone noticing. For this, PAX has made compromises on the battery: the built-in battery with 2800 mAh provides up to 5 sessions or 50 minutes according to PAX — enough for an evening, no more.
The Venty is the most powerful portable vaporizer from S&B. With two built-in lithium-ion batteries it lasts longer than the PAX Four; Storz & Bickel does not publish a capacity figure. The adjustable airflow gives you control over vapour density. Dosing capsules keep everything clean. In return, it is noticeably larger and heavier.
One might say: the PAX Four is the smartphone, the Venty is the laptop. Both portable, but for different situations.
The differences in detail
Battery: PAX Four vs. Venty
This is the biggest difference. The Venty lasts longer, even though Storz & Bickel doesn’t publish a capacity figure. In practice, this means:
- PAX Four: According to PAX, one charge lasts for up to 5 sessions or 50 minutes. That’s enough for an evening, but not for a whole weekend away.
- Venty: Storz & Bickel doesn’t publish a Session figure; in everyday use, one charge is sufficient for several sessions throughout the day.
The PAX Four has pass-through charging — you can use it while plugged in. The Venty cannot do this. If you mainly vaporize at home, that considerably offsets the PAX Four’s battery disadvantage.
Vapor quality and airflow
Both produce good hybrid vapor. But the Venty has steplessly adjustable airflow — a dial on the mouthpiece that regulates vapour density. From restrictive (flavour-intensive) to wide open (large clouds). The PAX Four does not offer this level of control.
The vapor output is also noticeably greater with the Venty. Larger herb chamber, more efficient heating system, more power. The PAX Four produces impressive vapor for its size, but it cannot match the clouds of the Venty.
Dosing capsules and water filter
The Venty is compatible with Storz & Bickel dosing capsules and water filter adapters for bongs. Dosing capsules are not available for the PAX Four, but it can also be connected to a bong: with the PAX water pipe adapter for 14 mm and 18 mm joints. Those who value clean herb chambers and pre-prepared portions will find dosing capsules a strong argument in favour of the Venty.
Size and discretion
The PAX Four wins hands down here. It is slim, light, and inconspicuous. Barely any other premium vaporizer disappears so completely into a trouser pocket. A single button, no display, no fuss. The Venty is not huge, but next to the PAX Four it looks like a walkie-talkie.
Heat-up time: the Venty is significantly faster
There is a clear winner here. According to Storz & Bickel, the Venty is ready in 20 seconds. According to PAX, the PAX Four takes 55 to 70 seconds depending on the heating mode. So if you want to start a Session spontaneously, you wait only about a third as long with the Venty.
Temperature: four steps versus degree-precise adjustment
The PAX Four operates with four fixed heating modes, which you switch between with a button press; PAX does not publish exact temperature figures for these. With the Venty, you set the temperature to the degree between 40 and 210 °C according to Storz & Bickel. Those who want to experiment deliberately with temperatures are better served by the Venty.
Comparison table
| Feature | PAX Four | Venty |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| Heat-up time | 55–70 seconds | 20 seconds |
| Temperature | 4 fixed heating modes | 40–210 °C, degree-precise |
| Battery | 2800 mAh | two built-in lithium-ion batteries (capacity not published) |
| Pass-through | Yes | No |
| Airflow | Fixed | Steplessly adjustable |
| Dosing capsules | No | Yes (S&B) |
| Water filter | Yes (PAX adapter) | Yes |
| App | No | Yes (web app) |
| Size | Ultra-compact | Compact |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Price (approx.) | 159.00 € incl. shipping | 295.00 € incl. shipping |
Who is which one right for?
The PAX Four suits you if you…
- Need maximum discretion. Barely any other premium vaporizer is this small and inconspicuous. For people who want their device to be invisible.
- Mainly do short sessions on the go. One charge is sufficient for short everyday sessions. Charge up in the evening.
- Use pass-through charging. Plugged in, the battery is no longer an issue.
- Value design and aesthetics. The PAX Four looks like a tech gadget, not a vaporizer.
The Venty suits you if you…
- Want maximum vapor performance. Adjustable airflow, large herb chamber, dosing capsules, water filter — the full package.
- Need long battery life. Two built-in lithium-ion batteries last a full day out in everyday use. Indispensable for longer trips.
- Use dosing capsules. Clean herb chamber, pre-prepared portions — the PAX Four does not offer this.
- Are looking for the best portable vaporizer, regardless of size. The Venty is currently the top-rated device on our best-of list — for good reason.
Current prices
Both sit in the premium price segment. The PAX Four is available from 159.00 € incl. shipping, the Venty from 295.00 € incl. shipping. We compare prices daily across all listed shops.
159.00 € incl. shipping
295.00 € incl. shipping
Price comparison: PAX Four vs Venty
PAX Four
from 159.00 € incl. shipping
151 shops
VENTY
from 295.00 € incl. shipping
211 shops
Prices updated daily
Conclusion: different answers to the same question
The PAX Four answers the question “How small can a good vaporizer be?” and the answer is: incredibly small. It sacrifices battery life and features such as dosing capsules and adjustable airflow for a device that remains inconspicuous in any situation. For urban users who put discretion above all else, there is nothing better.
The Venty answers a different question: “How good can a portable vaporizer be?” And the answer is: as good as a desktop. Adjustable airflow, S&B dosing capsules, water filter compatibility, and a battery with considerably more reserve. For enthusiasts who want the maximum, it is the benchmark.
Two different answers. Both correct.
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Which is better: PAX Four or Venty?
The Venty by Storz & Bickel delivers better vapor quality through higher airflow and hybrid heating. The PAX Four scores with a more compact design and straightforward operation without an app. For maximum vapor performance: Venty. For discretion and portability: PAX Four. Both are premium devices at a high level.
How do the heat-up times compare?
The Venty is ready after approximately 20 seconds, whilst the PAX Four, according to PAX, takes between 55 and 70 seconds depending on the heating mode. Anyone who wants to start a Session spontaneously will notice the difference clearly.
Which has the better battery life?
The Venty with its larger battery lasts longer, but is also heavier and larger as a result. The PAX Four sacrifices runtime in favour of the more compact build and delivers up to 5 sessions per charge according to PAX. For a full day out and about, the Venty clearly has more in reserve.
Can both devices be controlled with an app?
Only the Venty. The PAX Four has neither an app nor Bluetooth; you switch between the four heating modes directly on the device. The Venty can additionally be controlled via Storz & Bickel’s web app, though it also works without it using the buttons on the device.
Which is better suited to dosing capsules?
The Venty uses the tried-and-tested Storz & Bickel capsules, which are compatible with the entire S&B ecosystem (Crafty+, Mighty+). There are no dosing capsules for the PAX Four; you fill the chamber directly.
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VENTY fact check (24.08.2026): STORZ & BICKEL lists two built-in lithium-ion batteries, but states neither a capacity nor an overall Session figure. Technical overview from the manufacturer.