Canadian company Arizer is known for creating high quality products that are reliable and reasonably priced such as the Air and the Solo vaporizers. The Extreme Q Desktop is another example of what the company offers and while it made its appearance in 2010, its popularity is still quite strong. This is in part thanks to the fact that this desktop vaporizer is more affordable than options like CloudEVO or Volcano. You can find the unit for $219, although it is possible to find even better deals online.
If you are considering the Extreme Q Vaporizer, this review will help you to decide if it is the right option for you. We will go through the main features that it offers and we’ll discuss how it compares to other similar options available.
Features
The Extreme Q is a versatile vaporizer that can be used for different purposes. It gives you the possibility of filling bags through a forced air system or alternatively, you can use a whip in different ways. One of the options is to use the whip by direct draw, without fan and using only your lungs to draw heat over the chamber and getting vapor through the whip. Another option is to use the whip with forced air, which works in the same way as filling the balloon, but using the whip instead.
The Extreme Q features a digital temperature display and remote control. Adjusting the temperature is easy as you just need to press buttons on the display, or use the remote. The vaporizer combines technologies and options, giving you more ways to enjoy the experience. The fact that it supports balloon and whip styles means that it suits different preferences. It is possible to adjust the temperature with great precision, but it is advisable to set it slightly higher than you normally would, since the chamber is placed above the heating element. The best option would be to set the temperature around 372 degrees.
You will be able to clean the device easily, although it includes many whips and screens, which can means that it may take you a while to get it done. The glass chamber that is over the heating element is likely to get very hot after prolonged use and the bags can take longer to fill than with other models. However, none of these things is a major deal-breaker and in the end, the Extreme Q is much more affordable than other similar vaporizers.
Whip or Balloon
As mentioned before, the Extreme Q supports both balloon and whip options. The whip offers good vapor quality and you can get optimal results by using the assisted forced air on the lowest fan speed setting. The balloons take between 3 to 4 minutes to be completely filled, when using the slowest fan setting to get better vapor results. If you boost the fan speed to three, the time to fill the balloons will be reduced to less than 2 minutes. However, the vapor quality is not as intense or satisfying when you use this option. Although the Extreme Q doesn’t provide a vapor quality as dense as the Volcano, it is less noisy while you are filling the balloons.
Warranty
With the Extreme Q you get a lifetime warranty on the ceramic heating element and a three year warranty that covers you in case of defects in material or manufacturing. Just keep in mind that the warranty doesn’t cover shipping costs or glass parts.
Conclusion
Extreme Q offers a good selection of options including the digital display for temperature and a remote control. You can choose multiple ways to enjoy your vaporizing experience. Whether you prefer the whip over balloons, you will be able to enjoy both options. If vapor quality is very important for you, it should be noted that the Volcano provides better results in this area. However, it is far more expensive than the Extreme Q and overall, Arizer’s device is quite good. This vaporizer is well-established and known as one of the best desktop units available. The design is modern and simple and you can place it anywhere at home. The Extreme Q offers good value for money and solid quality.