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Vaporizer Comparison

Linx Apollo vs Puffco Proxy

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

Linx Apollo

Linx Apollo

Linx Vapor $190

VS
Puffco Proxy

Puffco Proxy

Puffco $280

Editorial Summary

Linx Apollo and Puffco Proxy are both portable / concentrates vaporizers, but they target different priorities. Linx Apollo is usually the lower-cost pick at $190, around $90 below Puffco Proxy. Session style, airflow, and extraction behavior will matter more than raw spec sheet numbers here.

Specs Compared

28

Different Specs

27

Shared Specs

1

Overall Overlap

4%

Shared Traits

Portable Concentrates Electronic

Head-to-Head Highlights

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

Price (USD)

Linx Apollo edge

Linx Apollo

$190

Puffco Proxy

$280

Linx Apollo is typically around $90 lower.

Weight

Puffco Proxy edge

Linx Apollo

150 grams

Puffco Proxy

77 grams with the stock glass pipe

Puffco Proxy is the lighter listed unit.

Key Differences at a Glance

Top specs where these two devices diverge.

10 differences

Price (USD)

Linx Apollo

$190

Puffco Proxy

$280

Temperature Range

Linx Apollo

220°F - 428°F

Puffco Proxy

254-285°C (490-545°F) across four presets, custom values in the Connect app

Battery Type

Linx Apollo

Internal

Puffco Proxy

Internal, sealed

Battery Life

Linx Apollo

~10 sessions

Puffco Proxy

~15 dabs per charge

Charging

Linx Apollo

Micro USB

Puffco Proxy

USB-C

Charge Time

Linx Apollo

3-4 hours

Puffco Proxy

~2 hours

Dimensions

Linx Apollo

60 x 40 x 40mm

Puffco Proxy

140 x 75 x 35mm with the stock glass pipe

Weight

Linx Apollo

150 grams

Puffco Proxy

77 grams with the stock glass pipe

Power Adjustment

Linx Apollo

Modular - 4 Stages

Puffco Proxy

Four presets plus custom profiles in the app

Chamber Material

Linx Apollo

Quartz

Puffco Proxy

Ceramic

Choose Linx Apollo if...

  • You want the lower listed entry price ($190 vs $280).
  • You prefer a — heating profile.
  • You prefer Linx Apollo's overall feature mix and form factor.
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Choose Puffco Proxy if...

  • You want the lighter unit for carrying and travel.
  • You prefer a conduction (3d chamber, heated ceramic side walls) heating profile.
  • Your usage leans toward conduction and ceramic chamber sessions.

Typical price

$280

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Spec Comparison Table

Direct comparison of every spec from each device profile.

27 differ 1 shared
SpecificationLinx ApolloPuffco Proxy
Price (USD) $190$280
Device Type PortablePortable
Heating Type Conduction (3D Chamber, heated ceramic side walls)
Heat Up Time ~25 seconds
Temperature Range 220°F - 428°F254-285°C (490-545°F) across four presets, custom values in the Connect app
Chamber Capacity N/A
Battery Type InternalInternal, sealed
Battery Capacity 2600mAh
Battery Life ~10 sessions~15 dabs per charge
Charging Micro USBUSB-C
Charge Time 3-4 hours~2 hours
Pass-Through Charging Yes
Dimensions 60 x 40 x 40mm140 x 75 x 35mm with the stock glass pipe
Weight 150 grams77 grams with the stock glass pipe
Power Adjustment Modular - 4 StagesFour presets plus custom profiles in the app
Chamber Material QuartzCeramic
Concentrate Support YesYes (a separate Flower Bowl accessory is sold for dry herb)
Brand Linx VaporPuffco
Adjustable Airflow YesJoystick Cap steers airflow, no airflow dial
App Control Yes, Puffco Connect over Bluetooth
Country of Manufacture China
Display Type LED light bar (dimmable, customisable in the app)
Haptic Feedback Yes
Heat Cycle Duration 40 seconds default, up to 2 minutes in the app, Boost adds heat and time
Manufacturer Puffco
Release Date 2022 (current Bluetooth version from 2025)
Session Style Session
Warranty 1 year2 years on the base, 6 months on the chamber

Comparison FAQs

What is the biggest difference between the Linx Apollo and the Puffco Proxy?

There's no single headline gap. The differences are spread across 27 smaller spec rows rather than concentrated in one place. The spec table below marks each row that differs.

Which is cheaper, the Linx Apollo or the Puffco Proxy?

Linx Apollo is the cheaper option at $190 compared with $280 for the Puffco Proxy, about $90 less. Live retailer pricing can shift, so confirm before buying.

Which is lighter, the Linx Apollo or the Puffco Proxy?

Puffco Proxy is the lighter unit at 77 grams with the stock glass pipe, around 73g less than the Linx Apollo at 150 grams. The lighter device is easier to carry and pocket day-to-day.

Can I set custom temperatures on the Linx Apollo or the Puffco Proxy?

Linx Apollo controls heat with modular - 4 stages, while the Puffco Proxy uses four presets plus custom profiles in the app. Puffco Proxy gives you finer per-degree control.

Which charges faster, the Linx Apollo or the Puffco Proxy?

Puffco Proxy fully charges in ~2 hours, ahead of 3-4 hours on the Linx Apollo.

What battery life can I expect from the Linx Apollo and the Puffco Proxy?

Linx Apollo's spec sheet lists ~10 sessions; the Puffco Proxy lists ~15 dabs per charge. The two manufacturers measure battery life differently here, so direct comparison isn't straightforward.

Can I use concentrates with the Linx Apollo or the Puffco Proxy?

Both devices support concentrate use, typically via an included or aftermarket pad or insert. Check the manual for the recommended approach for each.

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