Linx Ember Wax Pen Review – Smoldering

How it Works

As with most pen vaporizers, the Linx Ember is quite straightforward to use. After loading your cannabis extracts, 5 quite clicks of the button in quick succession will power the unit on, while three rapid clicks will let you cycle between the three temperature settings.

Double clicking the button will engage the heater for 12 seconds, signaling the start of your session.

Temperature Flexibility

The Linx Ember carries three different voltage settings – 3.3, 3.8, and 4.2v. This is a reasonable amount of versatility for a budget unit, considering some more expensive pieces don’t even have adjustable temperature.

While three settings are definitely sufficient, we always prefer fully adjustable temperature control like the one offered on the Tourist 2-in-1 Vaporizer.

Vapor Quality

The Linx Ember does quite well at the price. The single coil wrapped quartz rod does well at preserving flavour while delivering a strong hit. It’s not quite as powerful as devices like the Utillian 5 that has two coil designs, however, it’s a tradeoff we’re willing to accept for such a compact unit.

The lowest voltage setting gives flavourful, smooth vapor, while the highest generates some great cloud production and heavy hits! The vapor is relatively smooth, however, the short vapor path doesn’t quite compete with units with more intricate cooling systems.

Manufacturing Quality

The stainless steel build feels nice in the hand and feels quite durable just like its brother the Linx Blaze. However, we’ve also found it to be prone to scratches and scuffs if abused. It has a nice weight to it and it feels nice in the hand when using it, and aesthetically it’s a nice piece!

It doesn’t come with much, however, you can’t really expect too much for the price. Included is a USB charger, the battery, atomizer, mouthpiece, and a box which doubles nicely as a carrying case.

Battery Life

Packed inside is an average 350mAh battery, which will allow you to have hits throughout the day without worrying about having to top up mid-way through. The included USB charger will top up the device from flat until full in roughly 1.5-2 hours’ time.

It’s definitely a touch better than other inexpensive units, though not quite as impressive as something like the Source Orb 4 premium kit with nearly double the battery life.

Portability

As it’s a wax pen vaporizer, it’s exceedingly portable. Hiding away well in practically any pocket without taking up much room at all, it can go nearly anywhere with you.

It is, however, a step below other units like the Yocan Evolve Plus, which has an integrated storage compartment.

Ease of Use

Geared for beginner and intermediate users, the Linx Ember is very straightforward to use. If sharing with friends or strangers, almost no coaching will be required in order to get solid results, unlike the Linx Ares Honey Straw where you have to struggle with the device when using a small amount of cannabis extracts.

Cleaning is also a very straightforward process, as a simple soak in isopropyl alcohol for the atomizer and mouthpiece will get rid of any build-up and residue with ease. Make sure to check out our guide on how to clean a vape pen if you want the complete procedure on how to do this.

Discreetness

Unlike the Puffco Peak which is portable but has the least discreetness, most people will dismiss it as a typical e-juice vaporizer, making it a solid unit for stealth in those situations where discretion’s important.

Of course, you’ll want to be mindful of any order that the unit will put out. 

Overall Experience

For beginners or those who want in inexpensive cannabis extracts vaporizer with solid performance, the Linx Ember is a pretty good candidate! If you’re willing to sacrifice some portability for the best possible vapor quality we’d recommend the Utillian 5 or if you’re on an even tighter budget, check out our Utillian 2 review.

If you’re just looking to buy Linx Ember in Canada since it is a straightforward budget cannabis extracts pen vaporizer, you really can’t go wrong with this little vaporizer.

If you have questions about our review or just want to let us know what you think, feel free to drop us a comment below! Thanks for reading and as always, keep vapin’