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Vaporizer Comparison

Tempest vs ViVANT DAbOX

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

Tempest

Tempest

Mad Heaters $247

VS
ViVANT DAbOX

ViVANT DAbOX

ViVANT $65

Editorial Summary

Tempest and ViVANT DAbOX are both portable vaporizers, but they target different priorities. ViVANT DAbOX is usually the lower-cost pick at $65, around $182 below Tempest. Session style, airflow, and extraction behavior will matter more than raw spec sheet numbers here.

Specs Compared

21

Different Specs

18

Shared Specs

3

Overall Overlap

14%

Shared Traits

Portable

Head-to-Head Highlights

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

Price (USD)

ViVANT DAbOX edge

Tempest

$247

ViVANT DAbOX

$65

ViVANT DAbOX is typically around $182 lower.

Heating Style

Close call

Tempest

Convection-heavy with some conduction

ViVANT DAbOX

Conduction

Heating style differs, which can impact flavor and extraction behavior.

Key Differences at a Glance

Top specs where these two devices diverge.

9 differences

Price (USD)

Tempest

$247

ViVANT DAbOX

$65

Heating Type

Tempest

Convection-heavy with some conduction

ViVANT DAbOX

Conduction

Chamber Capacity

Tempest

0.075g - 0.15g

ViVANT DAbOX

0.1g - 0.2g

Battery Type

Tempest

None

ViVANT DAbOX

Internal

Battery Capacity

Tempest

N/A

ViVANT DAbOX

1500mAh

Charging

Tempest

N/A

ViVANT DAbOX

Micro USB

Power Adjustment

Tempest

Manual

ViVANT DAbOX

Fixed (40W)

Chamber Material

Tempest

Titanium

ViVANT DAbOX

Glass

Brand

Tempest

Mad Heaters

ViVANT DAbOX

ViVANT

Choose Tempest if...

  • You prefer a convection-heavy with some conduction heating profile.
  • Your usage leans toward analog and premium sessions.
  • You prefer Tempest's overall feature mix and form factor.
View Tempest Profile

Choose ViVANT DAbOX if...

  • You want the lower listed entry price ($65 vs $247).
  • You prefer a conduction heating profile.
  • Your usage leans toward concentrates and budget sessions.
View ViVANT DAbOX Profile

Spec Comparison Table

Direct comparison of every spec from each device profile.

18 differ 3 shared
SpecificationTempestViVANT DAbOX
Price (USD) $247$65
Device Type PortablePortable
Heating Type Convection-heavy with some conductionConduction
Heat Up Time 10 seconds
Temperature Range N/AN/A
Chamber Capacity 0.075g - 0.15g0.1g - 0.2g
Battery Type NoneInternal
Battery Capacity N/A1500mAh
Battery Life N/A
Charging N/AMicro USB
Charge Time N/A
Dimensions 6.5 x 4.9 x 2.2 cm
Power Adjustment ManualFixed (40W)
Chamber Material TitaniumGlass
Concentrate Support Yes
Brand Mad HeatersViVANT
Adjustable Airflow YesYes
Ball Size 2.5mm Zirconia
Country of Manufacture Made in China, Assembled in the UK
Session Style On-Demand
Warranty 1 year

Comparison FAQs

What is the biggest difference between the Tempest and the ViVANT DAbOX?

The biggest practical difference is price tier: the ViVANT DAbOX sits at $65 while the Tempest is $247, a gap of about $182 that puts them in different buying brackets.

Which is cheaper, the Tempest or the ViVANT DAbOX?

ViVANT DAbOX is the cheaper option at $65 compared with $247 for the Tempest, about $182 less. Live retailer pricing can shift, so confirm before buying.

What's the difference in heating between the Tempest and the ViVANT DAbOX?

Tempest uses convection-heavy with some conduction heating, while the ViVANT DAbOX uses conduction. Heating style influences flavor profile, vapor density, and how forgiving the device is to draw technique.

Does the Tempest or the ViVANT DAbOX hold more flower?

ViVANT DAbOX has the larger chamber at 0.1g - 0.2g, versus 0.075g - 0.15g on the Tempest. A bigger bowl means fewer reloads on long sessions; a smaller one suits microdosing and quicker bowls.

Can I set custom temperatures on the Tempest or the ViVANT DAbOX?

Tempest controls heat with manual, while the ViVANT DAbOX uses fixed (40w). Both let you change temperature, just with different levels of precision.

How similar are the Tempest and the ViVANT DAbOX?

Across the 21 specs we line up, they share 3 and differ on 18, an overlap of about 14%. The differences are concentrated in the areas the spec table highlights with a marker.

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