Cloud V Phantom Vaporizer Review
Quick Review
The Good:
Sleek, simple to use, great value for the price. For novices as well as pros.The Bad:
Preset heat setting runs a bit hot (428 degrees F). Dim lights make the 2 minute auto-shutoff feature a bit of a pain, as it’s hard to tell if the unit is on or off at times.There are quite a few portable herbal vaporizers in this class, and to be honest, there’s not a lot of differentiation amongst them. However, with an elegant design and removable battery, I like how Cloud V attempted to break the mold a bit with the Phantom. Retailing for $139.99, it’s a great value at a moderate price.
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Right out of the box, the first thing I noticed was the great build quality of the Phantom. Sleek styling, rubber side grips and a ‘reed’ type mouthpiece set this vape apart aesthetically from others in it’s class. The Phantom also has a nice weight to it, which makes the unit seem more substantial and well built than competing manufacturers offerings in the same price range (100-$150).
VAPORIZING EXPERIENCE
I can’t stress ease of use enough. The mouth piece pops off to reveal an herb chamber that holds approximately .2-.3 grams of dry herb, which in my experience produced about ten decent sized draws. With just one button and one heat setting, the Phantom is straightforward - just load and heat. Three rapid clicks turn the unit on. As someone who likes to see big clouds of vapor after a draw, I liked that the Phantom runs a bit hotter than most. However, I can see how this could be a turn off for users who are looking for a tamer, less harsh hit.
The one thing that irked me a bit was the 2 minute auto-shutoff feature in conjunction with dim display lights. Once the Phantom reaches its optimal temperature, the red lights turns to blue. After 2 minutes, the blue light and the vaporizer turn off. If you happen to be vaping ou
tdoors in the sun or in a brightly lit room, it can be hard to tell if the blue light is on or off. I found myself constantly having to look at the display lights to see if the unit was still on.
KEY FEATURES
Many vape enthusiasts will agree that battery failure is one of the more frustrating issues you can encounter, as more often than not the battery is built into the unit and is not replaceable. Batteries also don’t seem to covered nearly as long under warranty as heating elements or electronics. The Phantom’s removable tail-cap makes changing out it’s rechargeable 18500 batteries completely painless. Gone are the days of having to replace your entire unit or having to deal with warranty claims when a battery issue rears its ugly head.
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