XMAX V3 Pro vs XMAX V4 Pro

The biggest practical difference is heating approach: XMAX V3 Pro runs hybrid (primarily convection) while XMAX V4 Pro runs convection. That changes flavor delivery, vapor density, and how the device responds to slow versus fast draws.

XMAX V4 Pro reaches session-ready temperature in 10-20 seconds, while the XMAX V3 Pro takes 15-30 seconds. That's roughly 8 seconds quicker on the XMAX V4 Pro, which is useful if you want shorter, on-demand sessions.

XMAX V3 Pro uses hybrid (primarily convection) heating, while the XMAX V4 Pro uses convection. Heating style influences flavor profile, vapor density, and how forgiving the device is to draw technique.

Listed prices are close: $110 for the XMAX V3 Pro versus $120 for the XMAX V4 Pro. Day-to-day price will likely come down to whichever retailer is running a promotion.

XMAX V3 Pro's spec sheet lists 30-45 minutes or 5-6 sessions; the XMAX V4 Pro lists 6-8 sessions (XMAX claims up to 12). The two manufacturers measure battery life differently here, so direct comparison isn't straightforward.

Yes, both are from XMAX, which usually means similar build quality, support, and accessory ecosystems.

Across the 29 specs we line up, they share 11 and differ on 18, an overlap of about 38%. The differences are concentrated in the areas the spec table highlights with a marker.