While it may look complicated, a percolator bong is actually very straightforward and can be used by anyone who appreciates a good bong. These bongs contain an extra water chamber in the bong’s tube—a percolator—that water in the bong is able to pass through. Its function is to cool the cannabis smoke before you inhale it, allowing for a much easier and smoother toke.
Percolator bongs are great if you’re looking for a smooth inhale while maximizing your cannabis intake at the same time. The percolator itself will not get you higher than usual, but it will create a much more pleasant smoking experience, which means you can smoke for longer.
Here are our picks for the best percolator bongs available:
- pop rocks perc
- flawless glasswork
- triple point ice catch
- built-in grinder
- compact
- glows under blacklight
- tornado bong
- bent neck
- scientific glass
Tree Perc Beaker Bong
- Price range: from $104.99
- Material: glass
- Type: tree
- Size: 14.5 inches
- Colors: clear
- Includes bowl: yes
Highlights:
- sturdy
- interchangeable downstem
- splash guard
Made out of thick, durable glass, the Tree Perc Beaker Bong by Bougie Glass is the perfect option for those who favor a tree perc. Standing at 14.5 inches high with a 14mm joint size, this bong allows for extremely smooth rips, especially with its three-pinch ice catcher.
The tree percolator itself has 8 arms, with 3 slits per arm, so you know that your smoke is thoroughly filtered, and it also features a splash guard to prevent any water from accidentally entering your mouth.
While it is on the higher end of the price spectrum, this is definitely an investment worth considering if you are looking for the best.
Envy Glass 17″ Straight Tube with Dual Colored Pop Rocks Perc and Bowl
- Price range: from $199.99
- Material: glass
- Type: inline
- Size: 17 inches
- Colors: pink, aqua, purple, amber, blue
- Includes bowl: yes
Highlights:
- pop rocks perc
- flawless glasswork
- triple point ice catch
If you prefer an inline percolator bong, then the Envy Glass Straight Tube with Pop Rocks Perc and Bowl may be right for you.
This percolator bong is a 17-inch straight tube with a pop rocks perc and bowl. With seamless presentation, it comes in a variety of fun colors that create a sleek design. The pop rocks perc adds a unique spin, making the bong crackle and pop by itself, but this doesn’t affect the effortlessly smooth hit you will get from this bong.
With the 18.8mm joint size, a triple-point ice catch, and beautiful design, this bong is sure to add a unique spin to your cannabis usage.
Furthermore, Envy Glass provides users with a handy video tutorial for this bong, allowing you to get the most out of your purchase!
ROOR Classic
- Price range: from $179.99
- Material: borosilicate glass
- Type: bubbler
- Size: 9.8 inches
- Colors: clear
- Includes bowl: yes
Highlights:
- no ice notches
- no carb holes
- ROOR 3-point glass screen
At just 9.8 inches high, this classic glass percolator from Roor packs a punch. Do not let its smaller stature fool you, as this is one of the most beloved Roor bongs out there.
The wide base ensures you get a cool hit and stabilizes the bong when placed down. It comes complete with a non-diffuser downtube and sliding glass funnel bowl, which means no additional purchases are necessary with this bong.
The 14.5 mm joint size makes this bong easily transportable and perfect if you are wanting to smoke on the go.
Smoke Cartel Mini Acrylic Water Pipe with Built-in Grinder Base
- Price range: from $14.50
- Material: acrylic
- Type: acrylic
- Size: 6.75 inches
- Colors: green, blue, orange
- Includes bowl: yes
Highlights:
- built-in grinder
- compact
- glows under blacklight
Just because this mini perc bong from Smoke Cartel is only 6.75 inches high, does not mean that it is not an effective bong. With a built-in grinder, this affordable bong is ideal for smoking on the go and can discreetly fit into any bag or carrier.
It comes with a metal downstem, bowl, and a grinder that separates from the base. Its acrylic material means that this bong is extremely durable and is unlikely to break. Easy to clean and easy to transport, this is the perfect bong for new and experienced smokers alike!
Smoke Cartel Turbine Cyclone Perc Water Pipe
- Price range: from $89.99
- Material: glass
- Type: tornado
- Size: 10.5 inches
- Colors: clear
- Includes bowl: yes
Highlights:
- tornado bong
- bent neck
- scientific glass
A tornado bong uses an inbuilt turbine percolator to create a spinning vortex or water (a tornado) inside the bong. Not only does this look amazing, but it also adds an extra layer of cooling and filtration to the cannabis smoke to allow for smoother hits.
One of the best tornado bongs out there is the Smokenado Turbine Cyclone Perc Water Pipe from Smoke Cartel. Made from durable glass, this bong features a 10.5-inch tall body and 18.8 mm joint size with a small turbine perc which creates a spinning vortex in the top chamber. It is a conversation piece for sure, and also offers some of the best percolation action out there.
There are two models to choose from: the female joint with a bent neck, male joint with a straight neck.
Do percolator bongs get you higher?
The percolator itself does not get you higher. However, you may find yourself getting higher while using one as it is easier to inhale more cannabis smoke.
How to clean a percolator bong
The most important thing to remember when using a bong is how to clean it. Ensuring your bong is clean is the best way to protect the health of both yourself and anyone else who may use the bong. Check out our detailed guide on how to clean a bong.
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