PAX Plus vs Venty: Stealth or Vapor Performance?
PAX Plus vs Venty: Discretion or Hybrid Heating?
Summary
At a Glance
- PAX Plus (from 99.26 € incl. shipping): conduction, 22s, battery capacity not manufacturer-confirmed, 91g
- Storz & Bickel Venty (from 299.16 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping): hybrid, 20s, 2× 18650 fixed, 252g
The PAX Plus (from ~99.26 € incl. shipping) is ultra-light (91 g), discreet, and relies on conduction. The Venty (from ~299.16 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping) offers hybrid heating, dosing capsules, and an LC display. Winner Portability: PAX Plus.
Technical Specifications Compared
Storz & Bickel Venty
from 299.16 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping
202 shops worldwide · 24 ship to US
Compare pricesPrice gap today: Storz & Bickel Venty costs 199.90 € more than PAX Plus.
* 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.
| Specification |  PAX Plus 99.26 € incl. shipping |  Venty 299.16 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | Conduction | Hybrid (Convection + Conduction) |
| Max. Temperature | – | 210 °C |
| Heat-up Time | – | 20 s |
| Battery | not manufacturer-confirmed | 2× 18650 fixed (capacity not published) |
| App | None | Yes (Bluetooth) |
| Dosing Capsules | No | Yes |
| Weight | 91 g | 252 g |
| Price from | ~99.26 € incl. shipping | ~299.16 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping |
How Do the Heating Systems Differ?
The Venty heats hybrid, the PAX Plus by pure conduction. The Venty has a patented Super Heater.
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The Venty delivers clean, aromatic vapor throughout the entire Session.
Portability and Discretion
Here the tables turn: the PAX Plus weighs only 91 g — almost three times lighter than the Venty (252 g). It is flat, compact, and does not attract attention in public. The Venty is considerably larger and does not fit in every trouser pocket.
The PAX Plus also features a motion sensor and a stealth mode (LED dimmed, vibration quieter). For on-the-go and discreet use, the PAX comes out ahead. The Venty compensates with dosing capsules — clean loading without crumbs.
Battery and Heat-up Time
Its battery lasts approximately 8–10 sessions, depending on temperature; the manufacturer does not specify a mAh capacity. Charging via USB-C takes just under 90 minutes. No pass-through: the PAX cannot be used while charging.
The Venty heats up in 20 seconds. Storz & Bickel do not specify a capacity for its two fixed 18650 cells. The key difference: via USB-C Supercharger, the Venty charges to 80% in 40 minutes. The Venty also does not support pass-through charging.
App and Controls
The PAX Plus uses an LED system: four Experience Modes (Stealth, Efficiency, Flavor, Boost), switchable at the press of the mouthpiece button. No Bluetooth, no app. Operation is simple but limited: four fixed levels, no degree display.
The Venty offers considerably more control. Using the buttons, you can set the temperature to the exact degree (40–210 °C), and the LC display shows the current temperature in real time. The Storz & Bickel app additionally allows Boost temperatures, custom sessions, and firmware updates. You do not need the app though — the device itself already gives you full access.
Cleaning and Maintenance
The PAX Plus requires regular upkeep. The chamber clogs quickly due to conduction residue. Without dosing capsules, you need to clean the chamber every 3–5 sessions with pipe cleaners and isopropyl alcohol. The vapor path is difficult to access.
The Venty is easier to maintain thanks to dosing capsules and hybrid heating. The capsules keep the chamber clean; the cooling unit can be disassembled into individual parts and soaked in isopropyl alcohol. Cleaning the cooling unit and replacing the screens every 1–2 weeks is sufficient.
Build Quality and Materials
The PAX Plus is made from anodized aluminum and is available in several colors. At just 91 g, you barely notice it in your jacket pocket. The chamber holds around 0.3 g.
The Venty has a sturdy plastic housing. Larger than the PAX, but it survives drops without visible damage. The buttons and the mouthpiece’s folding mechanism feel well thought out. The Venty has a cooling unit, the PAX Plus a short vapor path.
Price Difference: Is the Upgrade Worth It?
The PAX Plus costs from ~99.26 € incl. shipping, the Venty from ~299.16 € Code VAPOCHECKER5 · incl. shipping. For the premium, the Venty gives you hybrid heating, faster heat-up time, dosing capsules, and a larger ecosystem. The PAX Plus responds with a smaller body and a focus on discretion.
Those looking for nothing more than a small device for on the go will barely feel the extra cost as a gain.
Who Should Buy Which Device?
Choose the PAX Plus if: Maximum portability and discretion are your top priority. You vaporize occasionally and have a smaller budget.
Choose the Venty if: You vaporize daily and want to use the Storz & Bickel ecosystem with dosing capsules.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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As of: April 2026. Prices updated daily.
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VENTY Fact Check (24.08.2026): STORZ & BICKEL specifies two fixed lithium-ion batteries, but neither a capacity nor a blanket Session figure. Manufacturer’s technical overview.
Current prices compared
PAX Plus
120 shops worldwide · 6 ship to US
from 99.26 € incl. shipping
Compare pricesStorz & Bickel Venty
202 shops worldwide · 24 ship to US
from 299.16 € 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.