Overview
The Pocket is Yocan’s answer to the premium Puffco Pivot—but at roughly 40 % less. It keeps the essentials (true temp control, coil‑less ceramic bucket, terp‑pearl support) and skips the extras (Bluetooth, app‑integration) to land at an impulse‑friendly price.
Out of the box you’ll find:
- Pocket device
- USB‑C charging cable
- 10 × 3 mm glass terp pearls
- Stainless dab tool & quick‑start guide
Design & Build Quality
Yocan sticks with the tried‑and‑true “wide‑short” pen silhouette. The brushed aluminum shell feels premium and resists fingerprints, while a silicone base keeps it standing upright on a desk. Up top, the curved silicone mouthpiece is comfy on the lips and hides a flip‑open chamber cover for super‑fast reloads.
Everything feels tighter and more refined than older Yocan releases.
| Spec | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 82 × 35 × 24 mm |
| Weight | 80 g |
| Body | 6063‑T6 aluminum, matte anodized |
| Battery | 1350 mAh Li‑Ion (USB‑C, 45 min full charge) |
| Heat‑Up | ~5 seconds to 450 °F |
Cloud 3 Coil‑Less Ceramic Chamber & Why It Matters
The Cloud 3 bucket ditches exposed rods or wire wraps in favor of a fully‑ceramic, sensor‑embedded bowl.
Here’s why that’s a big deal:
- Even Thermal Distribution – Heating elements are inside the walls and base, so concentrates vaporize uniformly rather than “hot‑spotting” on a coil.
- Cleaner Flavor – No metal wire means nothing to oxidize and taint terpenes. Ceramic stays neutral even after hundreds of cycles.
- Easier Maintenance – A smooth bucket wipes clean with a cotton swab; coils trap residue and eventually burn out.
- Longer Life Span – Coils degrade, fracture, and taste burnt over time. A solid bucket can last months (if not years) with basic upkeep.
Bottom line: Coil‑less bowls preserve terpenes, simplify cleaning, and save long‑term costs—exactly why every modern premium dab device has gone bucket‑first.
Real‑Time Temperature Control
A thermocouple sits beneath the bucket floor, feeding live data to the Pocket’s MCU. Power is micro‑pulsed hundreds of times per second to stay within ±3 °F of your set point—no more overruns that scorch oil or under‑heats that puddle it. True temp control used to be exclusive to devices north of $300; the Pocket democratizes it.
Accessories & Ecosystem
Yocan keeps it minimal but useful:
| Accessory | Price | Why You Might Want It |
| Extra Cloud 3 Chambers (2‑pack) | $25 | Rotate while soaking one in ISO |
| Magnetic Travel Case | $29 | Odor‑sealed storage for Pocket, pearls, jars |
| 45° Glass Bubbler Adapter (10 mm) | $39 | Adds water cooling without losing portability |
The included 3 mm terp pearls add thermal mass, surface area, and constant stirring—hugely boosting cloud density and flavor.
Usage & Interface
- 5 clicks – Lock/Unlock
- 3 clicks – Enter Temp‑Set mode (hold to scroll 400–500 °F)
- 4 clicks – Session timer (10–40 s)
- 2 clicks – Start heat‑up (haptic buzz + LED pulse)
A tiny OLED shows temperature, timer, and battery. A rainbow LED strip looks flashy but, honestly, is mostly cosmetic.
Pro Tip
If you overshoot your target temperature while scrolling, keep holding; the scale will wrap around to 400 °F rather than forcing you to cycle forward 100 degrees.
Performance & Vapor Quality
After two weeks and ~60 sessions, my sweet spot is 460–480 °F with one terp pearl. The Pocket keeps the bucket locked in, delivering thick but flavorful rips for the full 30‑second session. Even back‑to‑back hits stay tasty—something budget pens with faux temp control never manage.
Airflow is surprisingly open, with almost zero draw‑resistance. The ceramic bucket wipes clean with a single Glob Mop after every session; do that and it’ll stay spotless.
Yocan Pocket vs. Puffco Pivot
| Yocan Pocket | Puffco Pivot | |
| Price | $85 (≈ $76 w/ VG10) | $130 |
| Temp Range | 400–500 °F (1 °F increments) | Four presets 500–585 °F |
| Chamber Size | 0.2 g max | 0.25 g max |
| Interface | Button + OLED + LED strip | Button + RGB light bar |
| Accessories | Pearls, glass adapter, case | Larger accessory ecosystem |
| Battery | 1350 mAh | 1700 mAh |
Verdict: The Pocket matches the Pivot’s real‑time control and flavor but at a friendlier price. The Pivot feels more polished and has a deeper accessory lineup, yet pure performance per dollar goes to Yocan.
What Could Be Better
- Single‑Button Navigation – A dedicated “‑” button would make temp tweaks less tedious.
- Bottom USB‑C Port – Forces you to remove terp pearls during charging. A side port would solve it.
- Limited Customer Support – Yocan’s U.S. presence is minimal; buy from an authorized dealer (VGEAR) for post‑sale help.
What Surprised Us
- Flavor‑to‑Price Ratio – It beats pens twice its cost from just two years ago.
- Actual Temp Accuracy – Thermal‑cam tests show it stays within ±5 °F of the set point.
- Chamber Tear‑Down – Seeing a real thermocouple at this price blew my mind.
Bottom Line
The Yocan Pocket is the first truly affordable dab pen with legitimate real‑time temperature control. Skip the hype—this little “dabster” simply performs. If you’ve been eyeing the Pivot but balked at $130, the Pocket delivers 90 % of the experience for 60 % of the price.