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Vaporizer Comparison

CAT vs Cloudious9 Atomic9

Side-by-side specs, pricing context, and clear decision guidance.

CAT

CAT

End Game Labs $199

VS
Cloudious9 Atomic9

Cloudious9 Atomic9

Cloudious9 $70

Editorial Summary

CAT and Cloudious9 Atomic9 are both portable / electronic vaporizers, but they target different priorities. Cloudious9 Atomic9 is usually the lower-cost pick at $70, around $129 below CAT. Heat-up speed is broadly similar between the two.

Specs Compared

25

Different Specs

23

Shared Specs

2

Overall Overlap

8%

Shared Traits

Portable Electronic

Head-to-Head Highlights

A quick snapshot of the specs people usually care about first.

Price (USD)

Cloudious9 Atomic9 edge

CAT

$199

Cloudious9 Atomic9

$70

Cloudious9 Atomic9 is typically around $129 lower.

Heat-Up Time

Close call

CAT

~30 seconds

Cloudious9 Atomic9

30-45 seconds

Both devices are in a similar heat-up range.

Weight

Cloudious9 Atomic9 edge

CAT

200g

Cloudious9 Atomic9

74 grams

Cloudious9 Atomic9 is the lighter listed unit.

Heating Style

Close call

CAT

Convection

Cloudious9 Atomic9

Hybrid (Cloudious9 dual layer)

Heating style differs, which can impact flavor and extraction behavior.

Key Differences at a Glance

Top specs where these two devices diverge.

10 differences

Price (USD)

CAT

$199

Cloudious9 Atomic9

$70

Heating Type

CAT

Convection

Cloudious9 Atomic9

Hybrid (Cloudious9 dual layer)

Heat Up Time

CAT

~30 seconds

Cloudious9 Atomic9

30-45 seconds

Temperature Range

CAT

Up to 230°C

Cloudious9 Atomic9

180-230°C (356-446°F)

Battery Type

CAT

Swappable 21700

Cloudious9 Atomic9

Internal

Battery Capacity

CAT

4000mAh

Cloudious9 Atomic9

900mAh

Battery Life

CAT

~50 minutes

Cloudious9 Atomic9

9-12 sessions claimed, 3-6 in independent testing

Charging

CAT

USB-C

Cloudious9 Atomic9

Micro USB

Charge Time

CAT

~2.5 hours

Cloudious9 Atomic9

2-2.5 hours

Dimensions

CAT

104x60x33mm

Cloudious9 Atomic9

98 x 37 x 22mm

Choose CAT if...

  • You prefer a convection heating profile.
  • Your usage leans toward convection and ball vape sessions.
  • You prefer CAT's overall feature mix and form factor.
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Choose Cloudious9 Atomic9 if...

  • You want the lower listed entry price ($70 vs $199).
  • You want the lighter unit for carrying and travel.
  • You prefer a hybrid (cloudious9 dual layer) heating profile.
  • Your usage leans toward hybrid and budget sessions.

Typical price

$70

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Spec Comparison Table

Direct comparison of every spec from each device profile.

23 differ 2 shared
SpecificationCATCloudious9 Atomic9
Price (USD) $199$70
Device Type PortablePortable
Heating Type ConvectionHybrid (Cloudious9 dual layer)
Heat Up Time ~30 seconds30-45 seconds
Temperature Range Up to 230°C180-230°C (356-446°F)
Chamber Capacity 10mm diameter x 18mm deep (about 0.2g)
Battery Type Swappable 21700Internal
Battery Capacity 4000mAh900mAh
Battery Life ~50 minutes9-12 sessions claimed, 3-6 in independent testing
Charging USB-CMicro USB
Charge Time ~2.5 hours2-2.5 hours
Dimensions 104x60x33mm98 x 37 x 22mm
Weight 200g74 grams
Power Adjustment Digital ControlSix presets
Chamber Material Ceramic
Brand End Game LabsCloudious9
Body Material Anodized aluminium alloy
Display Type LED logo indicator
Haptic Feedback Yes
Joint Size 14mm / 18mm
Manufacturer Cloudious9 Inc, Hayward CA
Release Date 2021
Session Length 120 seconds before auto shut off
Session Style BothSession
Warranty 1 year1 year

Comparison FAQs

What is the biggest difference between the CAT and the Cloudious9 Atomic9?

The biggest practical difference is price tier: the Cloudious9 Atomic9 sits at $70 while the CAT is $199, a gap of about $129 that puts them in different buying brackets.

Which is cheaper, the CAT or the Cloudious9 Atomic9?

Cloudious9 Atomic9 is the cheaper option at $70 compared with $199 for the CAT, about $129 less. Live retailer pricing can shift, so confirm before buying.

Which heats up faster, the CAT or the Cloudious9 Atomic9?

CAT reaches session-ready temperature in ~30 seconds, while the Cloudious9 Atomic9 takes 30-45 seconds. That's roughly 8 seconds quicker on the CAT, which is useful if you want shorter, on-demand sessions.

What's the difference in heating between the CAT and the Cloudious9 Atomic9?

CAT uses convection heating, while the Cloudious9 Atomic9 uses hybrid (cloudious9 dual layer). Heating style influences flavor profile, vapor density, and how forgiving the device is to draw technique.

Which is lighter, the CAT or the Cloudious9 Atomic9?

Cloudious9 Atomic9 is the lighter unit at 74 grams, around 126g less than the CAT at 200g. The lighter device is easier to carry and pocket day-to-day.

Can I swap the batteries on the CAT or the Cloudious9 Atomic9?

CAT uses swappable 21700, so you can carry spares for back-to-back days. The Cloudious9 Atomic9 has a built-in battery you can't swap on the go.

Can I set custom temperatures on the CAT or the Cloudious9 Atomic9?

CAT controls heat with digital control, while the Cloudious9 Atomic9 uses six presets. CAT gives you finer per-degree control.

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