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Wattage Is a Red Herring: What Vaporizer Specs Actually Tell You (And What They Don't)
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Wattage Is a Red Herring: What Vaporizer Specs Actually Tell You (And What They Don't)

Wattage numbers get splashed across vaporizer marketing like they're the whole story, but raw power output tells you surprisingly little about what you'll actually experience. Understanding the gap between spec-sheet claims and real-world vapor quality can save you money and frustration. Here's what to look for instead.

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