Price (USD)
G Pen Dash edgeG Pen Dash
$70
PAX Plus
$125
G Pen Dash is typically around $55 lower.
Vaporizer Comparison
G Pen Dash vs PAX Plus
G Pen Dash
VS
PAX Plus
Side-by-side specs, pricing context, and clear decision guidance.
Editorial Summary
G Pen Dash and PAX Plus are both portable / discrete vaporizers, but they target different priorities. G Pen Dash is usually the lower-cost pick at $70, around $55 below PAX Plus. G Pen Dash has the quicker listed heat-up profile, which can matter for shorter sessions.
Specs Compared
20
Different Specs
19
Shared Specs
1
Overall Overlap
5%
Shared Traits
Portable Discrete Electronic
Head-to-Head Highlights
A quick snapshot of the specs people usually care about first.
Heat-Up Time
G Pen Dash edgeG Pen Dash
~20 seconds
PAX Plus
<30 seconds
G Pen Dash has the quicker listed heat-up profile.
Weight
Close callG Pen Dash
—
PAX Plus
91 grams
Weight is close enough that portability is likely similar.
Heating Style
Close callG Pen Dash
Conduction
PAX Plus
Conduction
Both devices use a similar heating approach.
Key Differences at a Glance
Top specs where these two devices diverge.
Price (USD)
G Pen Dash
$70
vs
PAX Plus
$125
Device Type
G Pen Dash
—
vs
PAX Plus
Portable
Heat Up Time
G Pen Dash
~20 seconds
vs
PAX Plus
<30 seconds
Temperature Range
G Pen Dash
190°C - 220°C (375°F - 428°F)
vs
PAX Plus
—
Chamber Capacity
G Pen Dash
0.25 grams
vs
PAX Plus
0.25g - 0.5g
Battery Capacity
G Pen Dash
950mAh
vs
PAX Plus
3300mAh (internal)
Charging
G Pen Dash
Micro-USB
vs
PAX Plus
—
Charge Time
G Pen Dash
1-2 hours
vs
PAX Plus
—
Pass-Through Charging
G Pen Dash
Yes
vs
PAX Plus
—
Dimensions
G Pen Dash
—
vs
PAX Plus
98mm x 31mm x 22mm
Choose G Pen Dash if...
- You want the lower listed entry price ($70 vs $125).
- You care about faster heat-up time for quicker sessions.
- Your usage leans toward budget sessions.
Choose PAX Plus if...
- Your usage leans toward conduction and concentrates sessions.
- You prefer PAX Plus's overall feature mix and form factor.
- You prefer PAX Plus's overall feature mix and form factor.
Spec Comparison Table
Direct comparison of every spec from each device profile.
19 differ 1 shared
| Specification | G Pen Dash | PAX Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Price (USD) | $70 | $125 |
| Device Type | — | Portable |
| Heating Type | Conduction | Conduction |
| Heat Up Time | ~20 seconds | <30 seconds |
| Temperature Range | 190°C - 220°C (375°F - 428°F) | — |
| Chamber Capacity | 0.25 grams | 0.25g - 0.5g |
| Battery Capacity | 950mAh | 3300mAh (internal) |
| Charging | Micro-USB | — |
| Charge Time | 1-2 hours | — |
| Pass-Through Charging | Yes | — |
| Dimensions | — | 98mm x 31mm x 22mm |
| Height | 3.6 inches | — |
| Weight | — | 91 grams |
| Power Adjustment | Modular - 3 Stage | — |
| Brand | Grenco Science | PAX Labs |
| Charging | — | Magnetic dock via USB, under ~120 minutes |
| Concentrates | — | Supports concentrate insert (Complete Kit) |
| Haptic Feedback | Yes | — |
| Run Time | — | Up to ~120 minutes on lower modes |
| Temperature Control | — | Stealth, Efficiency, Flavor, Boost modes |
Comparison FAQs
What is the biggest difference between the G Pen Dash and the PAX Plus?
There's no single headline gap. The differences are spread across 19 smaller spec rows rather than concentrated in one place. The spec table below marks each row that differs.
Which is cheaper, the G Pen Dash or the PAX Plus?
G Pen Dash is the cheaper option at $70 compared with $125 for the PAX Plus, about $55 less. Live retailer pricing can shift, so confirm before buying.
Which heats up faster, the G Pen Dash or the PAX Plus?
G Pen Dash reaches session-ready temperature in ~20 seconds, while the PAX Plus takes <30 seconds. That's roughly 10 seconds quicker on the G Pen Dash, which is useful if you want shorter, on-demand sessions.
Does the G Pen Dash or the PAX Plus hold more flower?
PAX Plus has the larger chamber at 0.25g - 0.5g, versus 0.25 grams on the G Pen Dash. A bigger bowl means fewer reloads on long sessions; a smaller one suits microdosing and quicker bowls.
Can I use the G Pen Dash while charging?
Yes, only the G Pen Dash supports pass-through charging. The PAX Plus has to finish charging before you can use it.
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