Bomb eRig Review

Background

The Bomb Aerix is a sub $200 beast with real time temp control, a huge chamber, and a new innovative airpath that is supposed to make cleaning much better. In this review I’ll review the design, features, and compare it to the Puffco Peak. There are a bunch of things I love about it, and one thing that I really don’t.

You can purchase the Aerix directly from Bomb's official website or through VGEAR.COM. Use the coupon code VG10 on either website to receive a 10% discount.

Design & Build

Alright so looking at the design here, it’s pretty standard stuff- the Aerix is nearly identical to Bomb’s previous version- the Sykloud [Not Skyloud]. The base still has one button and the LCD screen, and the two units are the same size. 

The main difference is how the bubbler and the chamber interface with each other, which is now external via this green silicone sleeve, and not internal- from under the bubbler. 

Most eRigs..

You see, with most devices, like the Peak or the Carta Sport here, there are small slits on the top of that chamber, and that’s where the vapor that is being released goes. From there it flows inside the device to the bubbler. 

The issue is..

But this design has a major drawback. Over repeated use, hot oil (aka reclaim) makes its way into the air holes, and then into the airpath, and from there- the can seep in under the silicone seal- this is a very well known issue with Puffco devices, well documented on Reddit threads, and is notoriously difficult to clean. FocusV solved it by making the whole airpath removable- this piece connects the chamber and the bubbler, so oil can not seep under. 

The solution..

With the Aerix, Bomb solved this issue by removing the slits from the chamber, and removing the internal airpath, and instead- the carb cap has a little hole- and that’s where the vapor goes. It passes in the green tube and into the bubbler. It’s an interesting design that will definitely make cleaning easier. 

The Chamber

Let’s take a look at the heart of this device, its chamber. The thing is huge. More or less the same size as the Peak Pro, or the MAX Atomizer of FocusV which is an extra $100. Having a large chamber, has a few benefits:

It can obviously fit more concentrate, and since the walls are taller, it also reduces reclaim as the it’s harder for the oil to splash into the airpath, which is this small hole as I mentioned earlier. 

A less obvious benefit of a larger chamber is that the Ceramic retains more heat and is able to transfer that heat to the oil more efficiently. Think about making eggs with a small and thin pan, VS. using a thicker, heavier one. The cooking will be a lot more even and controlled with the more “heat-reatining” mass there is.

And just like Puffco- this is a 3D chamber, so you can see the heating wire embedded into the walls of the chamber.

Real-time Temperature Control 

But most importantly, this chamber is temperature controlled. Which is something you don't often see at this price level. I’ve covered this in many videos, but basically real-time temp control means that the chamber has a temperature sensor, which sends real-time data to a microprocessor that makes instant adjustments to the temperature of the coil to keep it precise. 

In contrast, take this TUG 2.0 eRig. It costs $110 so obviously there is no temp control here and the “temp settings” are actually voltage settings and have nothing to do with the actual temperature in the chamber. That said, this is probably the best rig you can buy around $100, and I have a separate review of. 

Usage and interface

The interface has one activation button, and a screen that displays the set temp, battery levels, and session timer. Three clicks will enter “temperature setting” mode, and holding the button will increase the target temp until I let go. 

Drawbacks

While it is nice to have an on-board screen, I have one issue with this interface- there is no way to decrease the temp! I’ve had the same complaint about the previous model. What if I increased from 450° to 460°F, but decided to turn it back down as I got better results? I’d have to go through the whole cycle which goes all the way up to 700°F and then start again at 200°F to increase back to where I want it. The solution is simple- a “minus” button, and I wish the Bomb had one. 

Bomb VS. Puffco Peak

A feature of the Bomb that I did like, especially when comparing it to the Puffcos, is the location of the mouthpiece. With Puffco, I have to either tilt my head completely down, or hold the rig at an angle, which is not recommended. It’s better to hold it so that the bottom of the chamber is parallel to the floor. And it’s a lot easier to do that with the Bomb, since the mouthpiece points to me and not straight up. 

Here is how the bomb compares to the Puffco Peak–

• So the Peak is clearly more refined. The materials of the body, detail on the sides- just overall it has a more premium feel.
• The Bomb has a simple on-board interface with precise temp control, while the Peak has one button and four preset temperature levels. 
• Both have real-time temp control.
• The chamber of the Aerix is a lot larger
• And the air path is external vs internal as I mentioned earlier.

Bottom line 

Overall, this Rig is definitely a win, especially for new users, and especially at this price point. I can’t think of any concentrate vaporizer that can compete with these features at the sub $200 price level. While it doesn’t have all the bells and whistles, it is definitely up there in terms of performance. 

The Aerix may be underwhelming for experienced users, and you’re one of these- check out my Switch 2 review. It’s more expensive but it’s as good as it gets. Plus, I have a $50 code for it which you can find on the review page. You can also find my top eRigs for 2026 for more options.