Price (USD)
XMAX Starry 4 edgePAX Plus
$125
XMAX Starry 4
$99
XMAX Starry 4 is typically around $26 lower.
Vaporizer Comparison
PAX Plus vs XMAX Starry 4
PAX Plus
VS
XMAX Starry 4
Side-by-side specs, pricing context, and clear decision guidance.
Editorial Summary
PAX Plus 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 $26 below PAX Plus. XMAX Starry 4 has the quicker listed heat-up profile, which can matter for shorter sessions.
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
XMAX Starry 4 edgePAX Plus
<30 seconds
XMAX Starry 4
~15 seconds
XMAX Starry 4 has the quicker listed heat-up profile.
Weight
Close callPAX Plus
91 grams
XMAX Starry 4
—
Weight is close enough that portability is likely similar.
Heating Style
Close callPAX Plus
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 Plus
$125
vs
XMAX Starry 4
$99
Device Type
PAX Plus
Portable
vs
XMAX Starry 4
—
Heat Up Time
PAX Plus
<30 seconds
vs
XMAX Starry 4
~15 seconds
Temperature Range
PAX Plus
—
vs
XMAX Starry 4
100℃-240℃ (212℉-464℉)
Chamber Capacity
PAX Plus
0.25g - 0.5g
vs
XMAX Starry 4
—
Battery Type
PAX Plus
—
vs
XMAX Starry 4
18650
Battery Capacity
PAX Plus
3300mAh (internal)
vs
XMAX Starry 4
2550mAh
Charging
PAX Plus
—
vs
XMAX Starry 4
USB-C
Pass-Through Charging
PAX Plus
—
vs
XMAX Starry 4
Yes
Dimensions
PAX Plus
98mm x 31mm x 22mm
vs
XMAX Starry 4
115.9 x 37.5 x 24mm
Choose PAX Plus if...
- Your usage leans toward concentrates and premium sessions.
- You prefer PAX Plus's overall feature mix and form factor.
- You prefer PAX Plus's overall feature mix and form factor.
Choose XMAX Starry 4 if...
- You want the lower listed entry price ($99 vs $125).
- You care about faster heat-up time for quicker sessions.
- Your usage leans toward budget and battery swap sessions.
Spec Comparison Table
Direct comparison of every spec from each device profile.
21 differ 1 shared
| Specification | PAX Plus | XMAX Starry 4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price (USD) | $125 | $99 |
| Device Type | Portable | — |
| Heating Type | Conduction | Conduction |
| Heat Up Time | <30 seconds | ~15 seconds |
| Temperature Range | — | 100℃-240℃ (212℉-464℉) |
| Chamber Capacity | 0.25g - 0.5g | — |
| Battery Type | — | 18650 |
| Battery Capacity | 3300mAh (internal) | 2550mAh |
| Charging | — | USB-C |
| Pass-Through Charging | — | Yes |
| Dimensions | 98mm x 31mm x 22mm | 115.9 x 37.5 x 24mm |
| Weight | 91 grams | — |
| Brand | PAX Labs | — |
| Chamber Material | — | Ceramic |
| Charging | Magnetic dock via USB, under ~120 minutes | — |
| Concentrates | Supports concentrate insert (Complete Kit) | — |
| Display Type | — | OLED |
| Haptic Feedback | — | Yes |
| Manufacturer | — | TopGreen Technology Co |
| Replaceable Battery | — | 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 PAX Plus 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 Plus or the XMAX Starry 4?
XMAX Starry 4 is the cheaper option at $99 compared with $125 for the PAX Plus, about $26 less. Live retailer pricing can shift, so confirm before buying.
Which heats up faster, the PAX Plus or the XMAX Starry 4?
XMAX Starry 4 reaches session-ready temperature in ~15 seconds, while the PAX Plus takes <30 seconds. That's roughly 15 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 Plus has to finish charging before you can use it.
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