Linx Apollo vs Tempest 2

Editorial Summary

Linx Apollo and Tempest 2 are both portable vaporizers, but they target different priorities. Tempest 2 is usually the lower-cost pick at $179, around $81 below Linx Apollo. Session style, airflow, and extraction behavior will matter more than raw spec sheet numbers here.

Specs Compared

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Different Specs

14

Shared Specs

0

Overall Overlap

0%

Shared Traits

Portable

Head-to-Head Highlights

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

Price (USD)

Tempest 2 edge

Linx Apollo

$260

Tempest 2

$179

Tempest 2 is typically around $81 lower.

Weight

Tempest 2 edge

Linx Apollo

150 grams

Tempest 2

46g

Tempest 2 is the lighter listed unit.

Heating Style

Close call

Linx Apollo

—

Tempest 2

Convection-heavy with thermal ball matrix

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)

Linx Apollo

$260

vs

Tempest 2

$179

Device Type

Linx Apollo

—

vs

Tempest 2

Portable

Heating Type

Linx Apollo

—

vs

Tempest 2

Convection-heavy with thermal ball matrix

Chamber Capacity

Linx Apollo

—

vs

Tempest 2

0.1g - 0.2g (adjustable)

Battery Capacity

Linx Apollo

2600mAh

vs

Tempest 2

—

Dimensions

Linx Apollo

60 x 40 x 40mm

vs

Tempest 2

122mm x 18.5mm

Weight

Linx Apollo

150 grams

vs

Tempest 2

46g

Power Adjustment

Linx Apollo

Modular - 4 Stages

vs

Tempest 2

—

Brand

Linx Apollo

Linx Vapor

vs

Tempest 2

Mad Heaters

Batteries

Linx Apollo

—

vs

Tempest 2

None

Choose Linx Apollo if...

You prefer a — heating profile.
Your usage leans toward concentrates and electronic sessions.
You prefer Linx Apollo's overall feature mix and form factor.

View Linx Apollo Profile

Choose Tempest 2 if...

You want the lower listed entry price ($179 vs $260).
You want the lighter unit for carrying and travel.
You prefer a convection-heavy with thermal ball matrix heating profile.
Your usage leans toward analog and premium sessions.

View Tempest 2 Profile

Spec Comparison Table

Direct comparison of every spec from each device profile.

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Only differences

Specification	Linx Apollo	Tempest 2
Price (USD)	$260	$179
Device Type	—	Portable
Heating Type	—	Convection-heavy with thermal ball matrix
Chamber Capacity	—	0.1g - 0.2g (adjustable)
Battery Capacity	2600mAh	—
Dimensions	60 x 40 x 40mm	122mm x 18.5mm
Weight	150 grams	46g
Power Adjustment	Modular - 4 Stages	—
Brand	Linx Vapor	Mad Heaters
Batteries	—	None
Country Of Manufacture	—	United Kingdom
Heating Time	—	~30-45 seconds with torch
Materials	—	Grade 5 titanium, aluminum heat shield, stainless steel
Temperature Control	—	Visual gauge with click indicators

Comparison FAQs

What is the biggest difference between the Linx Apollo and the Tempest 2?

The biggest practical difference is portability: the Tempest 2 is roughly 104g lighter than the Linx Apollo, which adds up over a day of pocket carry.

Which is cheaper, the Linx Apollo or the Tempest 2?

Tempest 2 is the cheaper option at $179 compared with $260 for the Linx Apollo, about $81 less. Live retailer pricing can shift, so confirm before buying.

Which is lighter, the Linx Apollo or the Tempest 2?

Tempest 2 is the lighter unit at 46g, around 104g less than the Linx Apollo at 150 grams. The lighter device is easier to carry and pocket day-to-day.