G Pen Elite II vs Puffco Proxy

The biggest practical difference is heating approach: G Pen Elite II runs hybrid (primarily conduction) while Puffco Proxy runs conduction (3d chamber, heated ceramic side walls). That changes flavor delivery, vapor density, and how the device responds to slow versus fast draws.

G Pen Elite II is the cheaper option at $250 compared with $280 for the Puffco Proxy, about $30 less. Live retailer pricing can shift, so confirm before buying.

Puffco Proxy reaches session-ready temperature in ~25 seconds, while the G Pen Elite II takes ~30 seconds. That's roughly 5 seconds quicker on the Puffco Proxy, which is useful if you want shorter, on-demand sessions.

G Pen Elite II uses hybrid (primarily conduction) heating, while the Puffco Proxy uses conduction (3d chamber, heated ceramic side walls). Heating style influences flavor profile, vapor density, and how forgiving the device is to draw technique.

Puffco Proxy is the lighter unit at 77 grams with the stock glass pipe, around 69g less than the G Pen Elite II at 146g. The lighter device is easier to carry and pocket day-to-day.

G Pen Elite II fully charges in 90 minutes, ahead of ~2 hours on the Puffco Proxy.

G Pen Elite II's spec sheet lists ~1 hour of use; the Puffco Proxy lists ~15 dabs per charge. The two manufacturers measure battery life differently here, so direct comparison isn't straightforward.