Overview
The Ooze Pinch is a newer addition to Ooze's dry herb lineup, designed to look and feel like a traditional dab pen while delivering actual flower vaporization. At $49.99, it's the most affordable dry herb vape Ooze has ever made, targeting users who want the convenience of a pen-style device without switching to concentrates.
Ooze recognized a gap in the market: while budget 510 batteries and dab pens are everywhere, truly affordable and portable dry herb options are harder to find. The Pinch aims to fill that gap with its slim profile, 0.3g chamber, and simplified controls.
What We Tested
Our hands-on testing methodology
Unit Tested
Ooze Pinch (Panther Black)
Testing Period
7 days of use
Temps Tested
All 3 preset levels
Sessions Logged
20+ sessions
Battery Life
1000mAh tested
Grind Types
Fine and medium
Design & Build Quality
True to its name, the Pinch is small enough to pinch between your fingers. The slim, pen-style form factor makes it one of the most discreet dry herb vaporizers available:
- Looks like a standard vape pen
- Fits in any pocket or bag
- Won't draw attention in public
Luxe Grip Finish
Ooze wrapped the Pinch in a vegan leather finish with a geometric pattern they call "Luxe Grip." It's more tactile than the typical rubberized or metallic finishes on budget vapes, giving it a slightly premium feel despite the low price point. The texture provides a secure grip and adds visual interest.
Color Options
Ooze brings their signature color variety to the Pinch:
- Lilac Smoke
- Ice Pink
- Green Grass
- Blueberry
- Panther Black
The playful color options lean younger and trendier than most dry herb vapes on the market.
Features
Three Temperature Presets
The Pinch simplifies operation with three preset temperatures:
| Setting | LED Color | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Low | Green | Flavor |
| Medium | Blue | Balanced |
| High | Red | Vapor |
0.3g Chamber
The Pinch holds 0.3 grams of ground herb, roughly half what you'd get in the Ooze Brink or Verge. This is a deliberate trade-off for portability:
- Sized for solo sessions only
- Uses less herb per session
- Quick extraction in 1-2 heat cycles
- Not ideal for sharing or heavy users
The small chamber is the most significant limitation. If you typically pack larger bowls or vape with friends, you'll be reloading frequently.
One-Button Operation
Power on/off, temperature selection, and activation all happen through a single button, ideal for beginners or those who want simplicity.
Performance
C-Core Ceramic Heating
The Pinch uses Ooze's C-Core ceramic heating system, a conduction-based approach that heats the chamber walls to vaporize your herb. Conduction heating is standard at this price point and works well for the Pinch's intended use case of quick solo sessions.
Vapor quality is decent for the size and price. Don't expect the flavor depth or cloud production of larger hybrid or convection vapes, but for a $50 pen-style device, it gets the job done.
Heat-Up & Session Timing
- Heat-up: ~30 seconds to reach temperature
- Session length: 180 seconds (3 minutes) per heat cycle
- Cooldown: 2-minute wait required between cycles
The 2-minute cooldown is designed to prevent overheating, but it can interrupt your session if you want back-to-back hits. Plan accordingly.
Battery Life
The 1000mAh battery provides:
- 4-6 sessions per charge (estimated)
- ~60 minutes to fully charge via USB-C
- LED indicator shows charge status
For light daily use, you should get through a day without needing to recharge. Heavier users will want to charge nightly.
Who Is It For?
The Pinch is ideal for:
- Beginners trying dry herb vaping
- Light users who don't need large chambers
- Portable priority users who need pocket-friendly
- Budget-conscious buyers wanting quality at low cost
Comparison to Other Ooze Dry Herb Vapes
| Feature | Pinch | Brink | Verge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ~$50 | ~$85 | ~$138 |
| Battery | 1000mAh | 1800mAh | 2500mAh |
| Chamber | 0.3g | 0.5g | 0.5g |
| Temp Control | 3 presets | 3 presets | Precise (302-446°F) |
| Heating | Conduction | Hybrid | Triple (cond/conv/IR) |
| Best For | Portability | Balance | Performance |
The Pinch is the entry point. If you want more capacity, better battery life, or precise temperature control, step up to the Brink or Verge.
Maintenance
- Empty chamber after each use
- Brush clean regularly
- Deep clean weekly
- Keep mouthpiece clear
Pros & Cons
Pros:
- Pen-style form factor is genuinely pocketable
- $50 price point is hard to beat
- 30-second heat-up
- Luxe Grip finish looks and feels better than expected
- Dead simple one-button operation
- USB-C charging
Cons:
- 0.3g chamber is small for anything beyond solo use
- 2-minute mandatory cooldown between cycles
- Conduction-only heating (standard at this price, but limited)
- No precise temperature control
- Limited long-term user feedback (new product)
Verdict
The Ooze Pinch is a new entrant in the budget dry herb space, and it makes some smart trade-offs. By shrinking everything down to pen size, Ooze created something genuinely portable at a price that undercuts most of the competition.
The 0.3g chamber and 2-minute cooldown between cycles are real limitations. This isn't a device for group sessions or all-day use. But for solo users who want a quick session without carrying a bulky device, the Pinch delivers on its promise.
As a newer product, long-term durability and widespread user feedback are still unknown. If you're considering the Pinch, understand that you're trading chamber size and advanced features for portability and price. For many users, that's exactly the right trade-off.
Related: Ooze Pinch User Manual