All New PAX Mini Review – What’s Changed and What Hasn’t

This isn’t the PAX Mini review you’re likely used to seeing. While the original version dropped in 2022, PAX addressed the main complaints about the original and kept the same pocket-friendly size with the new and improved PAX Mini.

But what’s exactly new about this device?

Well, it doubles in oven size and adds temperature control—two things users have been asking for since day one. After spending some time with this portable dry herb vaporizer, I can confirm PAX didn’t just slap a “new” label on the same device.

They actually fixed what needed fixing while keeping the dead-simple operation that made the original PAX Mini so popular.

• Pax Mini oven capacity doubled from 0.25g to 0.5g with the included half pack oven lid
• Four heat modes replace the single automatic setting for more temperature control
• Same 89-gram weight and pocket-friendly design as the original PAX Mini
• Battery life remains 60 minutes (3-4 sessions) with a 90-minute charge time
• Price stays at $150 with a 3-year warranty when registered
• Read Herb’s full PAX Mini vaporizer review below

Let’s dive into the PAX Mini vs.—well—the PAX Mini. The new and improved version addresses nearly every complaint about the original while keeping what worked. The biggest change? That tiny 0.25g oven that forced constant refills now holds up to 0.5g—finally matching other portable vaporizers in its price range.

What’s New

• Bigger oven capacity: 0.25-0.5g with both standard and half-pack lids included
• Four heat modes: Purple (minimal vapor), Green (conserve material), Yellow (balanced, tasty vapor), Red (clouds)
• Easier cleaning: No tricky pieces to put back together
• Upgraded magnetic lid: Magnetic oven lid that easily clicks into place
• “Lipsense” technology: Boosts the conduction oven when you draw
• Improved vapor production: 2.6mg per puff according to PAX claims

What Stayed the Same

• Portable 89-gram weight
• Medical-grade materials (aluminum oven, stainless steel vapor path)
• Single-button operation
• 22-second heat-up time
• Proprietary magnetic charging dock/pins, not USB-C or USB chargers

The new PAX Mini vaporizer still has the build quality PAX Labs is known for. It’s durable, even though it’s only half the size of most dry herb vaporizers.

Here’s how the PAX Mini actually performs compared to its claims.

The PAX Mini feels exactly the same—same premium materials, same satisfying magnetic snap when closing the oven lid. It slips into your pocket at just 89 grams, and the anodized aluminum body resists scratches better than expected. Both the flat mouthpiece and the raised mouthpiece feel sturdy for their size.

The conduction oven uses the same 3D-printed screen design as other PAX vaporizers, which means even heat distribution, but also regular cleaning. You also get the same magnetic oven lid design for maximum convenience and pre-packing sessions.

Heat mode makes all the difference. The original’s single automatic mode was fine, but having four set vape modes gives you complete control over the oven temperature.

Purple mode (around 360°F) extends sessions—I’m getting 15-20 draws versus 10-12 on higher settings. Red mode hits closer to 420°F and produces a decent amount of vapor for one of the smallest dry herb vapes on the market.

The conduction heating means you need to pack the oven tightly for the best results. Loose packs lead to uneven heating and wispy vapor production. Session length runs 5-10 minutes, depending on heat mode and draw frequency. It also enters standby mode after 30 seconds of inactivity.

Vapor quality impressed me more than expected. It’s smoother than the original PAX Mini, likely due to better temperature control. The taste stays clean through most of the session, though conduction vaporizers always get a bit toasty toward the end.

The wider oven opening makes brushing out AVB super simple. Start by cleaning out material with the multi-tool, then pop out the oven screens for a scrub with the wire brush.

Every 10 sessions, I soak the screen in isopropyl for 10 minutes while the oven cools, then wipe everything with an alcohol-soaked cotton swab. The entire process takes no more than 5 minutes. The included PAX Mini accessories cover everything you’ll need for maintenance.

At $150, the PAX Mini price sits right between budget vapes and premium options. The box includes everything essential: both oven lids, three screens, cleaning tools, and the PAX Mini charger. The only accessory I’d say is worth buying separately is the Puck Press ($20) if you want perfectly compressed pucks for consistent sessions and even heating.

Most reviews from PAX Mini users highlight the device’s learning curve. But in reality, any electronic device with different settings requires a proper technique. Here’s how to use the PAX Mini for the best results in your vaping experience:

1. Grind herb to medium-fine consistency (not powder)
2. Pack the oven tightly using the multi-tool, compress until firm
3. Choose your lid: half-pack for solo sessions, full for sharing
4. Hold the power button for 2 seconds to turn on
5. Quick-press to cycle through heat modes (purple→green→yellow→red)
6. Shake the device to confirm the selection or wait 3 seconds
7. Wait for green X (about 22 seconds)
8. Draw slowly and steadily—this isn’t a bong rip
9. Shake between draws to check battery (green=good, yellow=low, red=charge)
10. Hold power 2 seconds to turn off

After some trial and error, here’s how to find the PAX Mini’s sweet spot:

Oven Loading: Pack 0.3g for the perfect balance, enough for good vapor production without overpacking. The full 0.5g works but restricts airflow slightly.

Heat Modes: Start sessions on Yellow for flavor, then bump to Red for the last few draws to fully extract. Green mode does a great job of conserving herb—perfect for microdosing.

Draw Technique: Long, slow draws work better than quick pulls. The “Lipsense” feature needs steady airflow to boost the oven temperature properly.

Cleaning Schedule: Quick brush after every session prevents buildup. Deep cleaning every 10 sessions will keep your vapor quality pristine.

Battery Management: Charge when you see yellow lights. Using the device on a low battery won’t deliver the full power you want.

Overall, the new PAX Mini is still the perfect vaporizer for solo, discreet sessions. As the smallest PAX device, it slips perfectly into your pocket and features a larger oven for the option of extended sessions.

While the original device had the same temperature and a smaller chamber, the new version delivers improved airflow, four preset vape temperatures, and Lipsense technology that other vaporizers have yet to offer. Sound like the right vape for you?

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