Price (USD)
XMAX Starry 4 edgePAX Mini
$150
XMAX Starry 4
$99
XMAX Starry 4 is typically around $51 lower.
Vaporizer Comparison
PAX Mini vs XMAX Starry 4
PAX Mini
VS
XMAX Starry 4
Side-by-side specs, pricing context, and clear decision guidance.
Editorial Summary
PAX Mini and XMAX Starry 4 are both portable / conduction vaporizers, but they target different priorities. XMAX Starry 4 is usually the lower-cost pick at $99, around $51 below PAX Mini. Heat-up speed is broadly similar between the two.
Specs Compared
22
Different Specs
21
Shared Specs
1
Overall Overlap
5%
Shared Traits
Portable Conduction Discrete Electronic
Head-to-Head Highlights
A quick snapshot of the specs people usually care about first.
Heat-Up Time
Close callPAX Mini
22 seconds
XMAX Starry 4
~15 seconds
Both devices are in a similar heat-up range.
Weight
Close callPAX Mini
89 grams
XMAX Starry 4
—
Weight is close enough that portability is likely similar.
Heating Style
Close callPAX Mini
Conduction
XMAX Starry 4
Conduction
Both devices use a similar heating approach.
Key Differences at a Glance
Top specs where these two devices diverge.
Price (USD)
PAX Mini
$150
vs
XMAX Starry 4
$99
Device Type
PAX Mini
Portable
vs
XMAX Starry 4
—
Heat Up Time
PAX Mini
22 seconds
vs
XMAX Starry 4
~15 seconds
Temperature Range
PAX Mini
—
vs
XMAX Starry 4
100℃-240℃ (212℉-464℉)
Chamber Capacity
PAX Mini
0.25g - 0.5g
vs
XMAX Starry 4
—
Battery Type
PAX Mini
—
vs
XMAX Starry 4
18650
Battery Capacity
PAX Mini
—
vs
XMAX Starry 4
2550mAh
Charging
PAX Mini
—
vs
XMAX Starry 4
USB-C
Pass-Through Charging
PAX Mini
—
vs
XMAX Starry 4
Yes
Dimensions
PAX Mini
93mm x 31mm x 22mm
vs
XMAX Starry 4
115.9 x 37.5 x 24mm
Choose PAX Mini if...
- Your usage leans toward compact sessions.
- You prefer PAX Mini's overall feature mix and form factor.
- You prefer PAX Mini's overall feature mix and form factor.
Choose XMAX Starry 4 if...
- You want the lower listed entry price ($99 vs $150).
- Your usage leans toward budget and battery swap sessions.
- You prefer XMAX Starry 4's overall feature mix and form factor.
Spec Comparison Table
Direct comparison of every spec from each device profile.
21 differ 1 shared
| Specification | PAX Mini | XMAX Starry 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (USD) | $150 | $99 |
| Device Type | Portable | — |
| Heating Type | Conduction | Conduction |
| Heat Up Time | 22 seconds | ~15 seconds |
| Temperature Range | — | 100℃-240℃ (212℉-464℉) |
| Chamber Capacity | 0.25g - 0.5g | — |
| Battery Type | — | 18650 |
| Battery Capacity | — | 2550mAh |
| Charging | — | USB-C |
| Pass-Through Charging | — | Yes |
| Dimensions | 93mm x 31mm x 22mm | 115.9 x 37.5 x 24mm |
| Weight | 89 grams | — |
| Brand | PAX Labs | — |
| Chamber Material | — | Ceramic |
| Charging | USB-C, about 90 minutes | — |
| Display Type | — | OLED |
| Haptic Feedback | — | Yes |
| Manufacturer | — | TopGreen Technology Co |
| Replaceable Battery | — | Yes |
| Run Time | Up to ~60 minutes | — |
| Session Timer | 8 minutes | — |
| Temperature Control | Four heat modes (LED X) | — |
Comparison FAQs
What is the biggest difference between the PAX Mini and the XMAX Starry 4?
There's no single headline gap. The differences are spread across 21 smaller spec rows rather than concentrated in one place. The spec table below marks each row that differs.
Which is cheaper, the PAX Mini or the XMAX Starry 4?
XMAX Starry 4 is the cheaper option at $99 compared with $150 for the PAX Mini, about $51 less. Live retailer pricing can shift, so confirm before buying.
Which heats up faster, the PAX Mini or the XMAX Starry 4?
XMAX Starry 4 reaches session-ready temperature in ~15 seconds, while the PAX Mini takes 22 seconds. That's roughly 7 seconds quicker on the XMAX Starry 4, which is useful if you want shorter, on-demand sessions.
Can I use the XMAX Starry 4 while charging?
Yes, only the XMAX Starry 4 supports pass-through charging. The PAX Mini has to finish charging before you can use it.
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