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Vaporizer Comparison

Sublimator vs The Coma

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

Sublimator

Sublimator

Sublimator $550

VS
The Coma

The Coma

Vices $588

Editorial Summary

Sublimator and The Coma are both desktop / convection vaporizers, but they target different priorities. Sublimator is usually the lower-cost pick at $550, around $38 below The Coma. Session style, airflow, and extraction behavior will matter more than raw spec sheet numbers here.

Specs Compared

21

Different Specs

19

Shared Specs

2

Overall Overlap

10%

Shared Traits

Desktop Convection Premium Electronic

Head-to-Head Highlights

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

Price (USD)

Sublimator edge

Sublimator

$550

The Coma

$588

Sublimator is typically around $38 lower.

Heating Style

Close call

Sublimator

Convection

The Coma

Convection (wired ball vaporizer)

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)

Sublimator

$550

The Coma

$588

Heating Type

Sublimator

Convection

The Coma

Convection (wired ball vaporizer)

Chamber Capacity

Sublimator

0.05g - 0.25g

The Coma

0.2g to 1.6g

Battery Type

Sublimator

N/A

The Coma

None

Power Adjustment

Sublimator

Single Dial

The Coma

PID controller, switchable between °C and °F

Chamber Material

Sublimator

Stainless Steel & Titanium

The Coma

Titanium Macro Bowl with an Everlasting titanium screen

Brand

Sublimator

Sublimator

The Coma

Vices

Release Date

Sublimator

2012

The Coma

2026

Session Style

Sublimator

Session

The Coma

On-Demand

Warranty

Sublimator

10 years (1 year electronics)

The Coma

Australian Consumer Law cover, no fixed term published. Consumables excluded

Choose Sublimator if...

  • You want the lower listed entry price ($550 vs $588).
  • You prefer a convection heating profile.
  • You prefer Sublimator's overall feature mix and form factor.
View Sublimator Profile

Choose The Coma if...

  • You prefer a convection (wired ball vaporizer) heating profile.
  • Your usage leans toward ball vape sessions.
  • You prefer The Coma's overall feature mix and form factor.
View The Coma Profile

Spec Comparison Table

Direct comparison of every spec from each device profile.

19 differ 2 shared
SpecificationSublimatorThe Coma
Price (USD) $550$588
Device Type DesktopDesktop
Heating Type ConvectionConvection (wired ball vaporizer)
Temperature Range 200-300°C (392-572°F) recommended by Vices
Chamber Capacity 0.05g - 0.25g0.2g to 1.6g
Battery Type N/ANone
Battery Capacity N/A
Charging N/AN/A
Power Adjustment Single DialPID controller, switchable between °C and °F
Chamber Material Stainless Steel & TitaniumTitanium Macro Bowl with an Everlasting titanium screen
Brand SublimatorVices
Coil Size 35mm enclosed coil, wired directly to the PID
Country of Manufacture Canada
Heater Material Titanium with an aluminium handle and heat sync hardware
Manufacturer Vices, Brisbane Australia
Power Options 110V (US and Canada) or 220V (AU, UK and EU)
Release Date 20122026
Session Style SessionOn-Demand
Thermal Matrix ~3500 mixed cut ruby corundum gems, 2 to 2.5mm
Warranty 10 years (1 year electronics)Australian Consumer Law cover, no fixed term published. Consumables excluded
Water Pipe Adapter 14mm glass joint fitted, 18mm spare included

Comparison FAQs

What is the biggest difference between the Sublimator and the The Coma?

The biggest practical difference is heating approach: Sublimator runs convection while The Coma runs convection (wired ball vaporizer). That changes flavor delivery, vapor density, and how the device responds to slow versus fast draws.

Which is cheaper, the Sublimator or the The Coma?

Sublimator is the cheaper option at $550 compared with $588 for the The Coma, about $38 less. Live retailer pricing can shift, so confirm before buying.

What's the difference in heating between the Sublimator and the The Coma?

Sublimator uses convection heating, while the The Coma uses convection (wired ball vaporizer). Heating style influences flavor profile, vapor density, and how forgiving the device is to draw technique.

Does the Sublimator or the The Coma hold more flower?

The Coma has the larger chamber at 0.2g to 1.6g, versus 0.05g - 0.25g on the Sublimator. A bigger bowl means fewer reloads on long sessions; a smaller one suits microdosing and quicker bowls.

Can I set custom temperatures on the Sublimator or the The Coma?

Sublimator controls heat with single dial, while the The Coma uses pid controller, switchable between °c and °f. Both let you change temperature, just with different levels of precision.

How similar are the Sublimator and the The Coma?

Across the 21 specs we line up, they share 2 and differ on 19, an overlap of about 10%. The differences are concentrated in the areas the spec table highlights with a marker.

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