Tempest 2 by Mad Heaters

Portable Vaporizers
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Quick summary: Mad Heaters’ second-generation portable ball vape, reviewed as a strong contender in the torch/induction ball vape category. The adjustable bowl, visual temperature gauge, and modular head design — upgradeable from Tempest V1 — are the standout features.

Mad Heaters is a UK-based vaporizer manufacturer specializing in portable ball vapes, best known for the original Tempest and the Tempest 2.

Manufacturer’s claims:

  • Materials: Grade 5 titanium body; anodized aluminum or wood heat shield; stainless steel induction sleeve and indicator housing
  • Thermal matrix: 3mm zirconia ball-filled
  • Heating: Convection-dominant via zirconia ball thermal matrix
  • Bowl: ~0.1g, ~0.15g, or ~0.2g

Confirmed specs:

  • Form factor: Portable, battery-free (torch or induction)
  • Bowl: Adjustable — 3 positions (set via bowl screen position in tube)
  • Temperature indication: Visual gauge + audible click indicators (full extraction in a single heat cycle)
  • Airflow: Adjustable air port
  • Dimensions: 122mm × 18.5mm / 4.8" × 0.7"
  • Weight: 46g / 1.6 oz (aluminum shield); 43g / 1.5 oz (wood shield)
  • Price: $225 USD / ~€199

What’s in the box:

  • Tempest 2 device (with chosen heat shield)
  • Pre-installed 3mm zirconia balls in thermal matrix
  • Medium cooling unit / stem
  • Spare O-rings
  • 3 bowl screens
  • 2 ball screens
  • Cleaning tool and tube (for setting bowl screen position)
  • Small screw
  • Extra zirconia balls
  • Replacement click disc

Compatibility:

  • Works with torch lighters and induction heaters (confirm coil compatibility before ordering)
  • Modular design: head (thermal matrix unit) sold separately — upgradeable from Tempest V1

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Questions and things to find out over time:

  • Real-world extraction on a single heat cycle — does the visual gauge reliably indicate completion? Are the temp discs calibrated properly?
  • Zirconia vs. ruby vs. sapphire balls — is there a flavor or efficiency difference?
  • Which induction heaters work best with the Tempest 2 coil? What settings?
  • Head-only upgrade from Tempest V1 — is it a meaningful improvement?
  • Cooling unit stem airflow feel vs. other portable ball vapes?