The V3 Pro is a portable vaporizer by XMAX with hybrid heating (convection + conduction).

What heating method does the V3 Pro use?

The V3 Pro uses hybrid heating (convection + conduction). Convection and conduction work together for even extraction throughout the session.

How long does the V3 Pro take to heat up?

The V3 Pro reaches operating temperature in about 15 seconds.

Does the V3 Pro have a removable battery?

Yes, the V3 Pro has a removable 2600 mAh battery.

Does the V3 Pro support dosing capsules?

Yes, the V3 Pro supports dosing capsules for clean and quick loading.

Can you use the V3 Pro with a water pipe?

Yes, the V3 Pro is water-pipe compatible. A suitable WPA adapter lets you connect it to a bong.

Where can I find the best price for the V3 Pro?

Our price comparison shows current prices from multiple online shops.

XMAX V3 Pro

XMAX

Best Price

58,74

€

Available at 5 shops

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8.1/10 Vapochecker Score

Pros

100-220°C convection vapor tastes clean.
Heats up in 20 s.
2600 mAh battery with pass-through charging.
107 g, easy pocket carry.
Session or on-demand mode.

Cons

No app.
Min 100°C; not for ultra-low temps.
2600 mAh is average for long days.

Last updated: 03/03/2026, 3:36 PM

Specifications

Heating Method	Hybrid
Device Type	Portable
Power Source	Battery
Temperature Range	100°C - 220°C
Heat-up Time	15 seconds
Battery Capacity	2600 mAh
Weight	107 g
Dosing Capsules	View dosing capsules
Water Pipe	View water pipe adapters
Session Mode	Session & On-Demand
Temperature Control	Digital
Material	Dry Herb
Vapor Path	Ceramic
Battery Type	18650 Li-Ion
Replaceable Battery	Yes
Passthrough Charging	Yes
Charging Port	usb-c

Source: MagicVaporizersAggregator · Verified 18.02.2026

XMAX V3 Pro vs Crafty+ for the V3 Pro. You can find the complete overview on the main page.

Quick answer for "Xmax V3 Pro vs Crafty Plus": we show which model fits which user type best.

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XMAX V3 Pro vs Crafty+

XMAX V3 Pro vs Crafty+ is a core practical topic for the V3 Pro. Build a stable baseline with fixed temperature and airflow, adjust one variable per session, and keep short notes to find a reproducible setup.

Check draw rhythm, chamber fill, and cleaning intervals in a regular routine. Most quality gains come from consistency, not from extreme settings.

Start with one repeatable profile.
Change only one parameter at a time.
Track taste, vapor density, and session duration.
Clean cooling path, screens, and seals regularly.

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Storz & Bickel Crafty+

Storz & Bickel

Intermediate Session Home Use Portable Microdosing

Best Price

174,38

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Available at 15 shops

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7.9/10 Vapochecker Score

Pros

Excellent vapor quality (hybrid heating)
Compact and lightweight
Fast heat-up (~60 s)
Web app for fine-tuning (temp/boost/superboost)
Supports dosing capsules for cleaner handling

Cons

No display (limited control without the app)
No pass-through use while charging
Non-user-replaceable battery and limited runtime
High price

Last updated: 03/03/2026, 3:36 PM

Specifications

Heating Method	Hybrid
Device Type	Portable
Power Source	Battery
Temperature Range	40°C - 210°C
Heat-up Time	60 seconds
Weight	135 g
Dimensions	5.7 x 11.0 x 3.3 cm cm
Bluetooth	Yes
App Control	Yes
Dosing Capsules	View dosing capsules
Water Pipe	View water pipe adapters
Session Mode	Session
Temperature Control	App Control
Material	Dry Herb
Vapor Path	Plastic
Battery Type	Internal
Replaceable Battery	No
Passthrough Charging	No
Charging Port	usb-c
MSRP	338 €

Source: OfficialOfficial, OfficialOfficial, OfficialOfficial · Verified 18.02.2026

The Storz & Bickel Crafty+ is a portable vaporizer with hybrid heating, made in Germany. It reaches 210 °C in about 60 seconds and delivers dense, flavourful vapour. Dosing capsules keep the chamber clean, WPA and app control included. Prices in the Crafty+ price comparison.

See also: Venty · Volcano Hybrid · Mighty+ · Plenty

Storz & Bickel quality in pocket size

The Crafty+ uses the same heater as the larger Mighty+. The chamber holds roughly 0.25 g and is heated via convection plus conduction. The result is even vapour without stirring or shaking. Medically certified in Germany.

Dosing capsules for clean sessions

Stainless steel capsules are pre-filled and keep the chamber nearly residue-free. On the go you just swap the capsule – no refilling needed. An 8-capsule magazine is available as an accessory.

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. Veazy

	Crafty+	Veazy
Type	Portable	Portable
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)
Temperature	210 °C	210 °C
Heat-up time	60s	40s
Battery	N/A (AC)	N/A (AC)
Price from	189€	179€

The Crafty+ by Storz & Bickel starts at 189€ and heats up in 60 seconds. The Veazy by Veazy starts at 179€ with a 40-second heat-up time. Both devices use Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.) and suit demanding users in this price range.

See the full Veazy price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. Volcano Hybrid

	Crafty+	Volcano Hybrid
Type	Portable	Desktop
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)
Temperature	210 °C	230 °C
Heat-up time	60s	40s
Battery	N/A (AC)	N/A (AC)
Price from	189€	396€

The Crafty+ suits users who prefer a portable device and appreciate a heat-up time of just 60 seconds. The Volcano Hybrid is the right pick for those who want a desktop unit and are comfortable with a 40-second heat-up time. Both devices come from Storz & Bickel and deliver excellent vapor quality.

See the full Volcano Hybrid price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. PAX Flow

	Crafty+	PAX Flow
Type	Portable	Portable
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)
Temperature	210 °C	225 °C
Heat-up time	60s	35s
Battery	N/A (AC)	N/A (AC)
Price from	189€	190€

The Crafty+ by Storz & Bickel starts at 189€ and heats up in 60 seconds. The PAX Flow by PAX starts at 190€ with a 35-second heat-up time. Both devices use Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.) and suit demanding users in this price range.

See the full PAX Flow price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. Solo 3 V2

	Crafty+	Solo 3 V2
Type	Portable	Portable
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)
Temperature	210 °C	220 °C
Heat-up time	60s	15s
Battery	N/A (AC)	5000 mAh
Price from	189€	203€

The Crafty+ by Storz & Bickel starts at 189€ and heats up in 60 seconds. The Solo 3 V2 by Arizer starts at 203€ with a 15-second heat-up time. Both devices use Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.) and suit demanding users in this price range.

See the full Solo 3 V2 price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. Volcano Classic

	Crafty+	Volcano Classic
Type	Portable	Desktop
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Convection
Temperature	210 °C	230 °C
Heat-up time	60s	300s
Battery	N/A (AC)	N/A (AC)
Price from	189€	269€

The Crafty+ suits users who prefer a portable device and appreciate a heat-up time of just 60 seconds. The Volcano Classic is the right pick for those who want a desktop unit and are comfortable with a 300-second heat-up time. Both devices come from Storz & Bickel and deliver excellent vapor quality.

See the full Volcano Classic price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. Plenty

	Crafty+	Plenty
Type	Portable	Desktop
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)
Temperature	210 °C	202 °C
Heat-up time	60s	270s
Battery	N/A (AC)	N/A (AC)
Price from	189€	159€

The Crafty+ suits users who prefer a portable device and appreciate a heat-up time of just 60 seconds. The Plenty is the right pick for those who want a desktop unit and are comfortable with a 270-second heat-up time. Both devices come from Storz & Bickel and deliver excellent vapor quality.

See the full Plenty price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. IQ3

	Crafty+	IQ3
Type	Portable	Portable
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Conduction
Temperature	210 °C	221 °C
Heat-up time	60s	30s
Battery	N/A (AC)	4000 mAh
Price from	189€	182€

The Crafty+ by Storz & Bickel starts at 189€ and heats up in 60 seconds. The IQ3 by DaVinci starts at 182€ with a 30-second heat-up time. Both devices use different heating methods and suit demanding users in this price range.

See the full IQ3 price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. HyperDyn

	Crafty+	HyperDyn
Type	Portable	Portable
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Conduction
Temperature	210 °C	220 °C
Heat-up time	60s	8s
Battery	N/A (AC)	3400 mAh
Price from	189€	183€

The Crafty+ by Storz & Bickel starts at 189€ and heats up in 60 seconds. The HyperDyn by DynaVap starts at 183€ with a 8-second heat-up time. Both devices use different heating methods and suit demanding users in this price range.

See the full HyperDyn price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. New Proxy

	Crafty+	New Proxy
Type	Portable	Portable
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Conduction
Temperature	210 °C	285 °C
Heat-up time	60s	30s
Battery	N/A (AC)	1680 mAh
Price from	173€	180€

The Crafty+ by Storz & Bickel starts at 173€ and heats up in 60 seconds. The New Proxy by Puffco starts at 180€ with a 30-second heat-up time. Both devices use different heating methods and suit demanding users in this price range.

See the full New Proxy price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. Mighty

	Crafty+	Mighty
Type	Portable	Portable
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)
Temperature	210 °C	210 °C
Heat-up time	60s	90s
Battery	N/A (AC)	5800 mAh
Price from	173€	1€

The Crafty+ suits users who prefer a portable device and appreciate a heat-up time of just 60 seconds. The Mighty is the right pick for those who want a portable device and are comfortable with a 90-second heat-up time. Both devices come from Storz & Bickel and deliver excellent vapor quality.

See the full Mighty price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. Zeus Arc GT4

	Crafty+	Zeus Arc GT4
Type	Portable	Portable
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Conduction
Temperature	210 °C	255 °C
Heat-up time	60s	35s
Battery	N/A (AC)	3500 mAh
Price from	173€	180€

The Crafty+ by Storz & Bickel starts at 173€ and heats up in 60 seconds. The Zeus Arc GT4 by Zeus starts at 180€ with a 35-second heat-up time. Both devices use different heating methods and suit demanding users in this price range.

See the full Zeus Arc GT4 price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. Volcano Medic 2

	Crafty+	Volcano Medic 2
Type	Portable	Desktop
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Convection
Temperature	210 °C	210 °C
Heat-up time	60s	40s
Battery	N/A (AC)	N/A (AC)
Price from	173€	289€

The Crafty+ suits users who prefer a portable device and appreciate a heat-up time of just 60 seconds. The Volcano Medic 2 is the right pick for those who want a desktop unit and are comfortable with a 40-second heat-up time. Both devices come from Storz & Bickel and deliver excellent vapor quality.

See the full Volcano Medic 2 price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. Puffco New Peak

	Crafty+	Puffco New Peak
Type	Portable	Portable
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Conduction
Temperature	210 °C	288 °C
Heat-up time	60s	10s
Battery	N/A (AC)	N/A (AC)
Price from	173€	180€

The Crafty+ by Storz & Bickel starts at 173€ and heats up in 60 seconds. The Puffco New Peak by Puffco starts at 180€ with a 10-second heat-up time. Both devices use different heating methods and suit demanding users in this price range.

See the full Puffco New Peak price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. Aeris Ultra

	Crafty+	Aeris Ultra
Type	Portable	Portable
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Convection
Temperature	210 °C	220 °C
Heat-up time	60s	25s
Battery	N/A (AC)	2600 mAh
Price from	173€	159€

The Crafty+ by Storz & Bickel starts at 173€ and heats up in 60 seconds. The Aeris Ultra by Fenix starts at 159€ with a 25-second heat-up time. Both devices use different heating methods and suit demanding users in this price range.

See the full Aeris Ultra price comparison

Comparison: Crafty+ vs. Legacy Pro 2

	Crafty+	Legacy Pro 2
Type	Portable	Portable
Heating	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)	Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.)
Temperature	210 °C	240 °C
Heat-up time	60s	15s
Battery	N/A (AC)	3200 mAh
Price from	173€	168€

The Crafty+ by Storz & Bickel starts at 173€ and heats up in 60 seconds. The Legacy Pro 2 by AirVape starts at 168€ with a 15-second heat-up time. Both devices use Hybrid (Conv. + Cond.) and suit demanding users in this price range.

See the full Legacy Pro 2 price comparison