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Firefly 2: My Honest Review

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Looking for a portable vaporizer with great vapor quality and a long battery life?

Look no further.

The Firefly 2 is a new and improved version of the popular Firefly vaporizer. I can't stress the "improved" part enough. 

The original Firefly vaporizer was released in 2013, and although it proved to be easy to use, it wasn't really that good of a vaporizer, especially in comparison to other models on the market. It's poor battery life, and below average vapor quality got it some pretty bad reviews from vapor critics.

The Firefly 2 has some noticeable improvements both in-terms of vapor quality, and battery life. It also boasts a more portable design than its predecessor. 

Not only that, its convection heating system is controlled virtually thanks to the Bluetooth app. The user is able to easily customize the temperature setting and also switch to concentrate mode.

Yes, the Firefly 2 works with concentrates too, and it does a damn good job.

It's definitely an underrated portable vaporizer, since many people have never even heard about it, yet its one of the best portables I have in my collection.

Table of Contents
My Initial Thoughts
My Overall Experience
Things I Like About It
How Discreet Is It?
Accessories
Battery Life, and Charge Time
The Original Firefly vs The Firefly 2
Pros
Cons
Who Would I Recommend It For?
About Firefly Vapor
In Closing

Before I get started with my review, let me start off by saying that I was not paid or endorsed to review this product. I bought the Firefly 2 with my own money at retail price, from VaporNation.

All of the information in this review is my own personal opinion.

I purchased the Firefly 2 at the end of 2017, and I've been using it quite regularly ever since. Its been a great vaporizer when I need something portable and discreet to use in public/on the go. It's portable design makes it perfect for festivals, or music festivals and also camping trips in the summer.

Lets get into the review...

My Initial Thoughts

One of the first things I noticed when I first held the Firefly 2 was how light it is. Its actually 55% lighter than the original Firefly model, and as it is also 33% smaller. This makes it the perfect compact solution to take out and about. 

Its convenient design is in two parts – a body and a lid which is magnetic for ease of use. The design also includes a window which enables the user to look into the chamber and to see its contents during vaping

The Firefly 2 has a removable mouthpiece which makes it much easier to maintain and clean, while its all-glass air path ensures the vapor stays at a low temperature to allow for a more pleasant vape. It also features touch sensitive buttons which mean that body heat from the fingertips is necessary to activate the device. This means that there is no chance of accidental firing when in your purse or pocket for better safety.

This device also pairs with a Bluetooth smartphone app, which allows the user to easily adjust the temperature settings from their cell phone or to switch to the concentrates profile remotely. I found this extremely convenient, and in my opinion the Firefly app is much better than other vaporizer app's I've used with some of my other vapes.

The app allows the device itself to maintain its stylish, smooth lines without any unnecessary buttons. It allows the user to choose their preferred temperature between 200 and 500 degrees Fahrenheit, from their smartphone.

My Overall Experience

Like I said previously in the review, I first picked up the Firefly 2 at the end of 2017.  

I've gotten very familiar with it in the time I've owned it. Its quickly became one of my daily drivers. Its the vape I reach for whether I'm sitting in my living room or if I'm going just about anywhere.

It delivers excellent tasting vapor, and its easy to use smartphone application makes using it a breeze.

Things I Like About It

  • Compatible with concentrates and dry herbs
  • Borosilicate glass chamber and vapor path cools and preserves the vapor flavor
  • Ability to adjust the temperature settings and material profiles using the Bluetooth app
  • Easy enough for a complete beginner to use
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    No unpleasant aftertaste thanks to the all-glass components
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    Convection heating system for more efficiency
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    Huge vapor clouds
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    Low maintenance device thanks to the removable mouthpiece
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    Smaller and lighter than the original Firefly model for easy transportation

How Discreet Is It?

The Firefly 2 has been designed to be smaller and lighter than the original Firefly and can therefore be taken out and about more easily. Its design makes it super discreet, and its size allows me to fit it in my front pant pockets without being very bulky at all.

Its also worth mentioning that if you only use the lower heat settings, there is very little odor or visible vapor to speak of, its only when you vaporize on higher temperature settings when the Firefly 2 will begin to produce a visible vapor smell.

Accessories

The Firefly 2 comes with a really nice case that is better than your standard vaporizer case.

The Firefly 2 comes with a spare battery (which has came in handy for me several times), a charging dock, stirring sticks and inclusive USB charging cable.

This device is compatible with both concentrates as well as dry herbs. It also comes with three concentrate stainless steel mesh pads which can be placed in the bowl to filter out large particles.

Battery Life, and Charge Time

The Firefly 2 comes with two batteries – one pre-installed in the device when it arrives, and another which acts as a spare.


One battery will give you, on average, just over an hour of usage, although this will depend on which temperature setting you use.


The above time is based on if you vaporizer at higher temperatures. If you want to extend the battery life, I was able to get over 2 hours per battery while vaping at lower temperatures.


Since the Firefly 2 uses a magnetic USB 3.0 charging dock, it's super easy to charge one of the batteries while using the other one during zero downtime.


One of the other main selling points is the battery charge time. I'm able to charge my device from empty to full in just 45 minutes, which is a pretty impressive performance compared to other portables I own.

The Original Firefly vs The Firefly 2

The OG Firefly device was famous for producing excellent vapor, and being very discreet. Its successor is no different. You can expect a smooth, and flavorful hit from the Firefly 2 every time. Whether your using concentrates or herbs, thanks to the glass chamber and borosilicate glass vapor path which ensures that the taste is aromatic and clean.

Since the Firefly 2 uses on-demand convection heating, the vapor production is way above average. If you've never used a convection vaporizer, its an experience of its own.

Unlike with a traditional combustion vaporizer, the Firefly and other convection vaporizers produce pure vapor by blowing heated air through your herbs.

The Firefly 2 has 55 laser-drilled micro-jets in the heating chamber that evenly distribute heat through your herbs to produce the best flavor possible.

I don't even need to grind my weed to use my Firefly 2, making it even more convenient. 

Pros

  • Easy to use, even for beginner vapers
  • Easy to understand controls and an app which allows for convenient and accurate temperature settings as well as easy change of material profiles
  • Can be used for vaping with either concentrates or dry herbs
  • Comes with an additional battery for extra convenience and zero downtime
  • Produces flavorful, cool vapor thanks to the all-glass pathways and chamber
  • Produces enormous clouds for a handheld device
  • Glass air path and chamber ensure a more pure flavor
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    Easy to maintain thanks to removable mouthpiece
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    On-demand convection heating ensures a rapid heating time with no waste
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    The illuminated chamber window allows vapers to see the amount of herb left

Cons

  • Not the most discreet device due to its unusual shape and method of vaping
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    The only way to change the temperature is to hook it up to your smartphone

Who Would I Recommend It For?

The Firefly 2 is one of the best handheld devices for vapor production, and I would certainly recommend it to any cloud chaser who is looking for optimal performance from their portable vape. This device produces excellent flavor too thanks to its glass chamber and air path, and so I would recommend it on those grounds too.

While it isn’t ideal for anyone who’s on a strict budget, if you’re looking for a portable that stands above the rest. The Firefly 2 might just be perfect for you. With it’s superb vapor quality, and super long battery life, it’s hard to beat it.

Overall, I would say that this is a great value device that will give you excellent performance and I would recommend it to both new and experienced vapers alike.

About Firefly Vapor

Firefly Vapor was founded in 2012 with the mission to create the world’s best vaporizers. The original Firefly vaporizer was highly praised by vaping connoisseurs and experts, and even won a Good Design Award in 2014 from the Chicago Athenaeum Museum.

The expert team behind the Firefly 2 use design, technology and research to develop the latest innovative and cutting edge vaping devices.

In Closing

It’s easy to use, thanks to the Bluetooth app, and has a pretty decent battery life when both batteries are taken into account.

It is small enough to carry out and about, however it isn’t the most discreet device on the market due to its unusual shape, and, of course, the extra battery and other accessories which need to be taken out and about make this a more bulky and cumbersome device.

When compared to the original Firefly, this more recent device from the Firefly company is a huge improvement. Its extremely efficient, and has been perfect for on the go usage.

It's been a great addition to my vaporizer collection, and its convection heating system is really awesome.

The on-demand convection heating system doesn’t waste any of your precious herbs, and will heat virtually instantly for super-fast vaping.

Well, thats a wrap folks. 

I hope you enjoyed this review and more importantly I hope it helped you decide whether or not this vaporizer is right for you. Be sure to leave a comment down below with any questions you might have, or if you happen to own this vaporizer, let us know how you like it! Whatever it is, we'd love to hear from you!

About the Author Taylor

A marijuana enthusiast, vaporizer connoisseur, a frequent user of CBD and he's also the founder of iMarijuanit.com.

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Phil Lewis says

The Firefly 2 has served me well over the past half year or so. It’s a big improvement over the original model, which was a huge disappointment for me. The Firefly 2 is without a doubt a favorite portable vaporizer and I use it almost every day. It can be used almost anywhere so long as you have a phone with a Bluetooth connection. The app is super convenient and easy to use, and it allows you to save your preferred settings for quick easy usage.

Question for you, how come you never made a review of the original Firefly if you own one yourself?

Thanks for the review, love your site.

– Phil

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Taylor says

Great question Phil! I decided to not post the review of the original Firefly vaporizer because it would of been really negative. I didn’t feel it was fair to bash the company, and I was optimistic they’d release better models in the future, which luckily they did!

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Cal says

You can change the heat setting on the device without using the app. It’s done by holding the right button while tapping the left.

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