The SLX Grinder 2.0: A Bargain Herb Grinder

KandyPens SLX Grinder 2.0

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SLX Grinder 2.0

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Updated: by James Bickford
88/10088100

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  • Diameter:
    2 and 2.5 inches
  • Construction:
    Aluminum
  • Teeth:
    Trapezoidal
  • Works with:
    icon-leaves
  • Starting price:
    $59

The SLX Grinder is known as one of the best grinders in the industry because of its impressive build quality. The grinding action works efficiently, preparing the dry herbs to a consistency perfect for a vape or joint.

One of the main selling points is that it does not have to be cleaned frequently because of the non-stick coating lining the inside. The SLX is the perfect fit for any vape.

SLX Grinder Review

The SLX herb grinder is a high performing device that does an excellent job of grinding down the herbs so that they can be used in a vape or joint. There are several features this device incorporates to get the dry herb ready for use. For one, it is a four-piece grinder that uses fifty-five trapezoidal teeth to prepare the herbs. The residue from the weed does not get stuck as easily on the sides thanks to the non-stick coating that lines the inside. Easy to turn and constructed from aerospace aluminum, the SLX does a high-class job day in and day out.

KandyPens SLX Grinder 2.0

Appearance-wise, this manual grinder looks like a tall hockey puck. The good news is that it comes in more colors than black. Choose between silver, charcoal, gold, purple, green, and yellow. Another perk to getting this device is that there are indentures printed on the top cap, which makes it easier to rotate. It is also just the right size to make it portable and stealthy.

The final thing potential buyers are going to like about this device is the asking price. Online vendors are selling this grinder for between $50 and $60. This price is significantly less than what Space Case and other companies ask for their products. Because of its high performance and low price, the SLX is a must-buy for people who like to grind their herbs manually.

Unboxing the SLX Grinder

The grinder does not come with a whole lot. But, it does come with a scraper for getting the kief out. Other than that, there is not much to say about the kit contents.

SLX Grinder Performance

Every kind of herb put into this grinder came out just right no matter the strain. The texture of the finished herbs is always consistent, staying more or less the same as when the device was new.

Whatsmore is that since the action of the grind is so smooth, the user does not have to apply a lot of force to get the herbs ready. The smoothness of the grind makes this one of the best products for people with arthritis or other medical issues that affect the hands and wrists.

Internal Building Quality and Design

The SLX is a four-piece grinder constructed from aerospace aluminum, making it more durable than other grinders on the market.

KandyPens SLX Grinder 2.0 build

The inside of the device is coated with non-stick ceramic coating, which makes it harder for the marijuana residue to get stuck inside. However, the residue does build-up eventually, so it needs to be cleaned periodically.

There should be few issues with metal fatigue because the teeth are trapezoid-shaped instead of diamond-shaped. On the outside, there are indents in the top cap that make it easier to grab and rotate.

How Do You Use the SLX 2.0 Grinder?

Gently pull the top off the grinder and place the bud between the teeth and evenly across the surface area. Once the flowers are in the grinder, put the lid back on. Grab the grinder by the grooves on the top cap, and then start twisting the grinder back and forth for ten to fifteen seconds. Open the top to see if there is any ungrounded marijuana left between the teeth. If there is, put the lid back on, tap the grinder a few times, and grind it some more.

When finished grinding, grasp the device at the middle and the bottom and twist it them apart. The grounded herb will be at the bottom, and it will be ready for whatever use the user intends.

How to Clean SLX Grinders

Contrary to what the manufacturer claims, the SLX has to be cleaned. Any device with moving parts has to be cleaned. The SLX has ceramic coating lining the inside, so it does not have to be clean as often as other grinders.

KandyPens SLX Grinder 2.0 x6

To clean it, take the top and bottom pieces off and scrape the insides with a soft brush. Clean it more deeply by using an alcohol solution. Giving the SLX a proper brushing every week or two will keep it operating smoothly. Deep cleaning should be done once a month or as needed.

SLX Grinder: What is the Foam For?

The foam is part of the kief catcher. The reason why they put the foam in the kief catcher is that it makes it easier to collect the pollen dust. It works well in conjunction with the micron screen for getting the smallest bits of herb out of the grinder.

SLX Grinder Competitors

SLX Grinder vs Space Case

Space Case makes a lot of different grinders, ranging from two to four pieces. Another difference is the shape of the teeth. The teeth in the Space Cases are elongated, and the consistency is almost the same as that found in the SLX.

Space Case Grinder

Where SLX excels is the price, which is much lower than what Space Case has to offer. The SLX is the best option of the two.

SLX Grinder vs Santa Cruz Shredder

Santa Cruz Shredders are available in two, three, and four-piece builds, and the prices for them are as affordable as what SLX offers. There are two areas where SLX excels over its competitor, however.

Santa Cruz Shredder

One, the SLX does not have to be cleaned as often, and the top is more comfortable to grip. The Santa Cruz Shredder has to be cleaned a lot, and it does not have indents at the top that make it easier to use.

Last Word on the SLX Grinder

SLX Grinders are something that should be in every vaper’s arsenal. The device is built to withstand the test of time thanks to its aluminum construction, and the teeth are shaped to reduce the occurrence of metal fatigue. Also, the non-stick ceramic coating means it does not have to be frequently cleaned. Finally, buyers are going to love the low asking price.

What is going to bother a lot of buyers is that it has to be cleaned. The SLX website says it does not have to be cleaned. Quite a few vapers are going to be disappointed in this.

SLX Grinder 2.0 Specifications

SLX Grinder 2.0
Ceramic coating Non-toxic non-stick
Construction Aerospace aluminum
Available colors black, silver, charcoal, gold, purple, green, and yellow
Teeth Trapezoidal
Diameter 2 and 2.5 inches

  • Pros
  • Cons
  • Affordable price
  • Durable build
  • Easy to work
  • Trapezoidal teeth
  • Non-stick ceramic coating
  • Requires cleaning despite the non-stick ceramic coating
88/100

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