Enail Dab vs Dab Pen Dabbing: Understanding the Difference

Author: VapeBrat

Key Points:

• Enails offer more power and temperature control than Dab Pens.
• Dab Pens are more portable and discreet than enails.

How does an enail dab differ from dabbing with a dab pen and which is better for me?

What up peeps, it's the VapeBrat and I got a great topic for you. Today I'll be discussing the different dabbing scenario's: enail dab vs a  vape pen dab. These electric dab devices each have their own strengths and weaknesses. We'll discuss the different pros and cons to each so you can decide which is best for you and when.

When deciding which type of dabbing device to purchase its important to understand the different dabbing experiences. From portability, to power, to durability and overall cost and even including replacement costs. Reading this will help you decide which dab you'd prefer, an e-nail dab or a vape pen dab.

An e-nail is an electric nail that is used with a traditional dab rig. It consists of a heating element and a controller box that allows the user to set the temperature of the nail.

The dab nail is heated to the desired temperature. Once reach, the concentrate is placed on the nail, where it is vaporized and can be inhaled through the dab rig. E-nails offer precise temp dabs, which is important for getting the most out of certain types of wax or concentrates.

Enail Dab Pros:

• Power - Get all the power of a blow torch with a fraction of the risk. Nothing can compare to the power and cloud size an enail provides. No electric dab rig compares, and definitely not any dab pen.
• Efficiency - With great power comes great efficiency, or something like that. With an electronic nail, the extreme power and consistent heating allows for an efficient dabbing experience. Far more than a dab pen which is battery powered.
• Flavor - An electric dab nail can be used with many different quartz bangers and inserts. This results in a cleaner and more flavorful dabbing experience. Some newer dab pens do offer terp pearls, like the orbit from yocan, however most do not. Dab pens also gather reclaim quicker which impacts the dab taste.
• Control - WIth an enail, precision temperature control is the norm. With dab pens you have "settings" which is convenient, but far from the control some dabbers desire.
• Water Filtration - Enails are customarily connected to a dab rig which offers filtration.

Enail Dab Cons

• Require an electrical connection - Enail devices require an electrical outlet for operation. Some dabbers choose to take their enail on the go by using an outlet converter in their car. Portable enails offer the same water filtration as enails but are more like dabbing from a pen.
• Require a dab rig - Enails do require a dab rig or bong to be used with. It is not safe no recommended to use an enail without a rig or bong. Dab pens on the other hand are an all in one solution.
• Not discreet - Enail devices are far from being discreet because they require an outlet connection and a rig. Dab pens can be easily removed from your pocket, hit, then put away, in the matter of seconds.

A vaporizer pen, on the other hand, is a small, portable device that vaporizes concentrates using a battery-powered heating element. It typically consists of a rechargeable battery, a heating chamber (coil), and a mouthpiece. Load the concentrate into the heating chamber, press a button to heat it, and inhale the vapor through the mouthpiece. Dab pens are portable and discreet, making them a popular choice for on-the-go or discreet use.

Vape Pen Dab Pros:

• Portable - Dab pens are extremely portable, relatively easy to load up and take with you. Taking a charger with you is always recommended, as some dab pens don't have a battery life indicator. So you never know when the pen may die on you.
• Discreet - Dab pens can easily fit into your pocket or purse, removed for use and put back without anyone noticing. Dab pens typically produce smaller clouds, which aids in being discreet. Enails surely do not produce small clouds :) .
• Convenience - Compared to an enail, a dab pen is much easier to use. Simply turn it on, initiate a heating cycle and puff. An enail requires being setup, turned on and waiting a few minutes until it’s ready to use.

Dab Pen Dab Cons:

• Power - You can’t compare the power of an enail to the power of a dab pen. One is battery powered while the other plugs into the wall socket.
• Cleaning - There’s only so much you can do to keep your dab pen coil clean. Some soak the coil in isopropyl alcohol to clean. Most people replace the coil once it's not producing the taste or cloud size desired.
• Battery Life - This is one of the most annoying things about any battery powered device, but especially dab pens. A fair amount of power is needed to vaporize the wax so dab pens don’t last so long. Some pens don’t even have a battery life indicator, which can be a real pain. Taking multiple dabs from a dab pen in a row may equate to the cloud size of 1 e-nail dab.
• No Water Filtration- Without any water filtration dabs can be slightly more harsh. We do carry vape pen bubbler attachments which can be used to make your dab smoother. Some newer pens do offer water filtration attachments.

The main differences between the two devices are convenience, portability, and temperature control. Dab pens are portable and discreet but offer less power and temperature control than enails. E-nails require a dab rig, but offer more power and precise temperature control.

If you're looking to get the most out of your wax, an e-nail is definitely the way to go. Ultimately, the choice between the two devices will depend on personal preference and individual needs.