Titanium vs Ceramic vs Quartz Nails: How to Choose
Whether you're a seasoned concentrates user, or a newbie trying concentrates for the first time, the age old question of "What's the difference between Titanium, Ceramic, and Quartz?" comes up.
We're here to shed a little light on the situation.
As a headshop, we encounter that question often from our customers, and through research and product testing, are here to break it down.
Titanium Nails |
Ceramic Nails |
Quartz Nails |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Flavor | Good | Excellent | Excellent |
| Time to Heat Up | Great: 15-25 Seconds |
Good Around 30 Seconds |
Best: 5-10 Seconds |
| Heat Retention | Excellent | Excellent |
Good (Depends on thickness) |
| Durability | Excellent |
Good (Depends on material quality) |
Good (Depends on thickness) |
| Pros | Longer heat retention and durability because of mass and material. | Ceramic is an inert material, offers excellent flavor and retains heat well. | Material is known for superior taste. |
| Cons | May Oxidize over time | May Crack from extensive use | Thin quartz nails are prone is cracking from extensive use. |
| Shop | Shop Titanium Nails | Shop Ceramic Nails | Shop Quartz Nails |
