Price (USD)
PAX 3 edgeDaVinci IQ2
$295
PAX 3
$250
PAX 3 is typically around $45 lower.
Vaporizer Comparison
DaVinci IQ2 vs PAX 3
DaVinci IQ2
VS
PAX 3
Side-by-side specs, pricing context, and clear decision guidance.
Editorial Summary
DaVinci IQ2 and PAX 3 are both conduction / concentrates vaporizers, but they target different priorities. PAX 3 is usually the lower-cost pick at $250, around $45 below DaVinci IQ2. Heat-up speed is broadly similar between the two.
Specs Compared
18
Different Specs
16
Shared Specs
2
Overall Overlap
11%
Shared Traits
Conduction Concentrates Electronic Portable
Head-to-Head Highlights
A quick snapshot of the specs people usually care about first.
Heat-Up Time
Close callDaVinci IQ2
30 seconds
PAX 3
<30 seconds
Both devices are in a similar heat-up range.
Weight
PAX 3 edgeDaVinci IQ2
~160g
PAX 3
~93 grams
PAX 3 is the lighter listed unit.
Heating Style
Close callDaVinci IQ2
Conduction
PAX 3
Conduction
Both devices use a similar heating approach.
Key Differences at a Glance
Top specs where these two devices diverge.
Price (USD)
DaVinci IQ2
$295
vs
PAX 3
$250
Device Type
DaVinci IQ2
—
vs
PAX 3
Portable
Temperature Range
DaVinci IQ2
0°C - 221°C
vs
PAX 3
182°C - 215°C (260°F - 420°F)
Chamber Capacity
DaVinci IQ2
~0.5g
vs
PAX 3
<0.35 grams
Battery Type
DaVinci IQ2
Removable 18650 battery
vs
PAX 3
—
Battery Capacity
DaVinci IQ2
—
vs
PAX 3
3500mAh
Battery Life
DaVinci IQ2
~1 hour
vs
PAX 3
—
Charging
DaVinci IQ2
Micro USB
vs
PAX 3
—
Charge Time
DaVinci IQ2
~6 hours
vs
PAX 3
~90 minutes
Pass-Through Charging
DaVinci IQ2
Yes
vs
PAX 3
—
Choose DaVinci IQ2 if...
- Your usage leans toward premium and battery swap sessions.
- You prefer DaVinci IQ2's overall feature mix and form factor.
- You prefer DaVinci IQ2's overall feature mix and form factor.
Choose PAX 3 if...
- You want the lower listed entry price ($250 vs $295).
- You want the lighter unit for carrying and travel.
- Your usage leans toward discrete sessions.
Spec Comparison Table
Direct comparison of every spec from each device profile.
16 differ 2 shared
| Specification | DaVinci IQ2 | PAX 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (USD) | $295 | $250 |
| Device Type | — | Portable |
| Heating Type | Conduction | Conduction |
| Heat Up Time | 30 seconds | <30 seconds |
| Temperature Range | 0°C - 221°C | 182°C - 215°C (260°F - 420°F) |
| Chamber Capacity | ~0.5g | <0.35 grams |
| Battery Type | Removable 18650 battery | — |
| Battery Capacity | — | 3500mAh |
| Battery Life | ~1 hour | — |
| Charging | Micro USB | — |
| Charge Time | ~6 hours | ~90 minutes |
| Pass-Through Charging | Yes | — |
| Bluetooth / App | — | Yes |
| Dimensions | 92x45x25mm | 98mm x 31mm x 22mm |
| Weight | ~160g | ~93 grams |
| Power Adjustment | Digital Control | Modular - 4 stages |
| Oven Type | Ceramic | — |
| Brand | DaVinci Tech | PAX Labs |
Comparison FAQs
What is the biggest difference between the DaVinci IQ2 and the PAX 3?
There's no single headline gap. The differences are spread across 16 smaller spec rows rather than concentrated in one place. The spec table below marks each row that differs.
Which is cheaper, the DaVinci IQ2 or the PAX 3?
PAX 3 is the cheaper option at $250 compared with $295 for the DaVinci IQ2, about $45 less. Live retailer pricing can shift, so confirm before buying.
Does the DaVinci IQ2 or the PAX 3 hold more flower?
DaVinci IQ2 has the larger chamber at ~0.5g, versus <0.35 grams on the PAX 3. A bigger bowl means fewer reloads on long sessions; a smaller one suits microdosing and quicker bowls.
Which is lighter, the DaVinci IQ2 or the PAX 3?
PAX 3 is the lighter unit at ~93 grams, around 67g less than the DaVinci IQ2 at ~160g. The lighter device is easier to carry and pocket day-to-day.
Can I use the DaVinci IQ2 while charging?
Yes, only the DaVinci IQ2 supports pass-through charging. The PAX 3 has to finish charging before you can use it.
Does the DaVinci IQ2 or the PAX 3 have a companion app?
Only the PAX 3 pairs with a companion app. The DaVinci IQ2 relies entirely on its on-device controls.
Which heats up faster, the DaVinci IQ2 or the PAX 3?
Heat-up times are very close: 30 seconds on the DaVinci IQ2 and <30 seconds on the PAX 3. The real-world difference will be hard to notice mid-session.
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