Answer: Both desktop devices combine conduction and convection and support tube and balloon delivery. MEDIC 2 is a certified medical device without app control; HYBRID is the household model with S&B Web App support.
| Feature | VOLCANO MEDIC 2 | VOLCANO HYBRID |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | Hybrid (conduction + convection) | Hybrid (conduction + convection) |
| Delivery | Tube and balloon | Tube and balloon |
| Classification | Certified medical device | Household device |
| Maximum temperature | 210 °C | 230 °C |
| App support | No | Yes, S&B Web App |
| Current price | 444 € | 396 € |
Recommendation
Choose MEDIC 2 only when medical-device certification and its intended medical workflow are decisive. For ordinary home sessions, HYBRID adds a higher maximum temperature and web-app features.
This is not medical advice. Storz & Bickel also lists MIGHTY+ MEDIC as a certified medical device.
Official sources
FAQ
Is VOLCANO MEDIC 2 balloon-only?
No. The manufacturer documents both the MEDIC VALVE balloon and tube delivery.
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