Pinnacle Pro Vaporizer Review
Quick Review
The Good:
It is a very discreet and compact portable for quick draws out on the go. It heats up quickly, taking around 90 seconds to reach vaporizing temps. The bullet bowl design makes it easy to clean after extensive use. Now it works even with concentrates!The Bad:
The battery life is rather short and not great if one will not have access to an outlet for an extended period of time. The bowl can get quite hot and make it difficult to load up another one during a session.The Pinnacle PRO offers more temperature settings than the PAX does and is easier to clean. The battery life is lacking, but this updated unit can be used while connected to the charger. Definitely a great option for the person who wants to vaporize both dry herb and concentrates while on the move.
DESIGN AND AESTHETICS
The Pinnacle PRO vaporizer is the second generation of the Pinnacle units created by VaporBLUNT. This upgraded vape features five preset temperature options (improved from two) with colored lights to signal each different setting. The Pinnacle PRO like its predecessor has a one touch button control that makes it easy to power up discreetly. On top of that it is only six inches in length and one in diameter, providing a very pocket friendly experience. This vaporizer is on par with the PAX when it comes to ease of use and portability.
It is constructed of high impact plastic so along with being discreet, it is also very durable. The bullet bowls from the first Pinnacle with the built in screen are still completely compatible with the PRO. The mouthpiece cover is no longer clear on the PRO, allowing it to appear rather clean even after extensive use. Certainly an improvement over the original Pinnacle, though it was not a bad vaporizer to begin with.
WHAT TEMPERATURE SETTING SHOULD I USE?
As with every vaporizer, the selected temperature will truly depend on the person using the vaporizer. That being said, it is good to know what each level represents in terms of actual heat output on the Pinnacle PRO. Th
e heat levels are as follows in Fahrenheit:
HEAT LEVEL 1: 370° - White Color
HEAT LEVEL 2: 395° - Turquoise Color
HEAT LEVEL 3: 420° - Green Color
HEAT LEVEL 4: 445° - Orange Color
HEAT LEVEL 5: 470° - Purple Color
When using the Pinnacle PRO for dry herb, it is a good measure to stick with levels one through three. Starting at level one and working up from there during the process of vaporization will remove the most properties from the herb being used. Anything higher than that will be quite warm on the lips, as the air path is not very long. If it seems as though the vapor is almost too hot to inhale, try lowering it a temperature level for a cooler draw.
So why even offer the two other settings? The higher temps are available for vaporizing concentrates with the included full metal jacket bullet. These do not have the screen on the bottom and are completely solid for holding concentrates within them. Simply load a little bit of a waxy style concentrate in the full metal jacket bowl and drop it down into the heating chamber. Level five works very well for vaporizing the thicker varieties. Just remember not to tip it upside down during or right after use, as this can cause the concentrate to drip onto the screen in the mouthpiece cover.
HOW LONG DOES THE BATTERY LAST?
The battery on the Pinnacle PRO lasts for roughly 45 to 60 minutes of operation. A nice feature on the PRO over the original is the battery level indicator that is built into the vaporizer. Simply press the button once and the lights will signal what level it is at; five lights being fully charged and one means it is nearly dead. This is convenient as it takes the guessing game out of when it is time to recharge. There is nothing worse than wanting to use a vaporizer and having to wait around while the battery charges back up. If the Pinnacle PRO is consistently used at one of the higher temperature levels, the battery life will be reduced to around 30 minutes or so.
WHAT IS THE HYDROTUBE ATTACHMENT?
This is definitely one of the coolest accessories offered for the Pinnacle PRO. The Hydrotube is a small water pipe that fixes to the top of the unit via an included adapter. It allows for the vapor to be filtered through a small amount of water, which cools it down significantly for taking larger inhalations. Just like when using a regular water pipe, remember not to exhale into the tube as it will force water down and into the unit. The Hydrotube will pretty much double the overall size of the Pinnacle PRO when connected, making it a little inconvenient for use out of the go.
DOES THE PINNACLE PRO WORK WITH CONCENTRATES?
As stated above, the Pinnacle PRO unlike the original can vaporize concentrates. To do so, one most use the full metal jacket bowl that comes standard in the box. This completely contained metal bowl will hold the concentrate during vaporization without leaking. Set the PRO to either temp level four or five when vaporizing a concentrate, as one of the lower settings will produce little to no vapor. The bowl will get very hot during use and if one wants to add more concentrate during vaporization, it is a good method to load the bowl while it remains within the Pinnacle. If the bowl is going to be removed, make sure to wait a few minutes prior to grabbing it.
HOW DO I CLEAN THE PINNACLE PRO?
The Pinnacle PRO is one of the easier vaporizers to maintain, as the bullet bowl that holds the herb slides right out of the heating chamber. This means that the material is not being placed directly on the heat source, which can cause discoloration over time. Simply soak the bullet bowl in some isopropyl alcohol to remove any of the built up residue and it comes out brand new. This same method can be used for the full metal jacket bowl as well. Over time both style of bowls will need to be completely replaced along with the screen in the mouthpiece adapter. To keep the heating chamber clean, remove the bowl and brush it out after every use.
TECHNIQUES FOR USING THE PINNACLE PRO
When it comes to operating vaporizers, the Pinnacle PRO is certainly one of the easier models to use right out of the box. That does not mean there can be some difficulty when vaporizing with the Pinnacle PRO. One of the biggest issues people tend to experience is minimal vapor production. Now this can happen with any vaporizer and a lot will depend on the inhalation technique being used. The air path on this unit is rather short and clamping one’s mouthpiece tightly will further reduce the airflow. Instead hit the Pinnacle in the same fashion as puffing on the roach of a joint, allowing airflow around the mouthpiece. Another good tip is to pack the herb down into the bowl just slightly. This will cause the heat to pass through it just a little slower and create a thicker vapor. As with every vaporizer it is a call to play around with both the packing and inhalation when first getting going.
OVERALL REVIEW
Certainly one of the most discreet portable vaporizers that is currently available at only 6” length and 1” diameter. With a fast heat up time of 90 seconds or less, it gets down to business quickly. The one touch button allows for a very simplistic design that is easy to control. With a built in battery life indicator the user will never question when it is time to recharge, unfortunately the battery only lasts up to 60 minutes. However, the PRO features five total heat settings and is capable of reaching high enough temperatures to vaporize concentrates. This is a multifunctional unit that is nearly as tiny as a pen vape, but actually works very well.
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Awesome post, by far the best pinnacle pro review I have found so far online. I feel like a seasoned user and I have never even layed my hands on one. Anyone on here used Vaporizer Depot before? Would almost rather pay the $10 extra and buy from VaporNation just because I have used them before and know what to expect.
This vape is pretty d*** awesome. It’s easy to bring to parties and enjoy with friends. I like the removable bullet cartridge. It makes cleaning and re-loading really easy and convenient. The water adapter is nice to have too if you like conventional glass-pipe smoking. It helps cool the vapor down and keeps it nice and smooth.
Great vape.
The DLX is the way to go, if you are buying the Pinnacle Pro and not grabbing the Hydrotube you are missing out. The flavor of the vapor is next to none and the speed with which it heats up puts the Pax to shame. The only other portable you can really compare it to is the Arizer Solo, other than that there is really no other handheld vaporizer that comes close.
Yea this has to be my new favorite vaporizer. I took the plunge and got the deluxe kit that comes with the Hydrotube and couldn’t have been happier. Luckily I had like 500 shopper points saved up so that helped bring the price down a bit. I am thinking about buying a second one so I always have one charged and ready to go. This vape lived up to the hype and then some.
Does the hydrotube really make that much of a difference? It seems like the Pinnacle Pro is overtaking the Pax as the new best portable, I never understood why so many people liked the Pax in the first place but it is good see a new best vape. I think that in a few years the miVape will be the top dog, they just need to hurry up and release that thing.
This vape is garbage. Spend the extra money and get an Ascent, Firefly or PAX. Don’t get roped into the accessory gimmick that comes along with this piece of shit.
Hey Stan,
Hope you are enjoying the odor, but it must be rather dark with your head stuck so far up your asshole.
What exactly are you basing this on? None of the vapes you mentioned even have the option for water filtration. How is that a gimmick? I doubt you have even tried the Firefly or Ascent. What makes the Pax any better? Please offer up some actual facts and not just blurt things out that have absolutely no merit to them at all.
Love VaporBlunt products, they have good warranties and build vaporizers that are made to last. I have read a ton of reviews of people receiving vaporizers that DOA but with a Pinnacle you don’t have to worry about that. Worst case scenario you can send it back since they come with a warranty. I always make sure to test your vape before you load your herbs though, a lot of companies wont return units that have been used.
Vaporblunt is the shit, all their vapes are amazing and they have great customer service. Now that I spend all of my money on vaporizer I am going to buy every single one that they come out with. My Pinnacle Pro DLX is probably my favorite vape but the Palm is also a good portable.
Do I even need to comment? Doesn’t everyone already know by now what a sweet vaporizer this is? How many more people need to suck off the Pinnacle before everyone just shuts up and vapes. The only vaporizer I would dare use besides the Pinnacle Pro is my Cloud Evo VapeXhale!