Bongs

A bong, also called a water pipe, uses water to filter and cool smoke before inhalation. This creates smoother hits compared to dry pipes or joints.

A medium-sized bong (around 12–16 inches) offers a balance of smoothness and ease of handling, making it ideal for new users.

Change the water after each use to keep hits fresh, and deep-clean weekly with isopropyl alcohol and coarse salt if used regularly.

Yes, the terms are often used interchangeably. Both describe devices that use water to filter smoke.

The most common material is borosilicate glass, valued for durability and heat resistance. Acrylic, silicone, and ceramic bongs are also available for different preferences.

Yes. The water filtration cools and diffuses smoke, reducing harshness compared to dry pipes or joints.

Essentially bongs and water pipes are very similar devices for smoking. They both feature a water chamber for filtration and cooling your smoke. The main difference lies in their appearance.

With a bong, you inhale the smoke through the top of the bong tube. Water pipes, on the other hand, incorporate a straw or a pipe in their design that protrudes at an angle through the side of the device.

The main difference is size. Bubblers tend to be smaller, use less water and provide less diffusion. To find out more about the differences, visit our bubbler vs bong blog.

Dab rigs are designed for use with dab waxes and concentrate whereas bongs are designed for the purpose of burning dry herbs. Dab rigs also include a banger or quartz nail and vapor dome to vaporize your concentrated material, whereas bongs use combustion to ignite and burn your herbs in a glass bowl.

To find out more about dab rigs and explore our collection, click here.