Lookah Unicorn Mini Review

Lookah Unicorn Mini Dab Rig Introduction and Overview

The Lookah Unicorn Mini is one of the most compact and affordable electric dab rigs on the market. Despite its budget-friendly price tag of under $100, it delivers solid performance and great value for the money.

If you like the Unicorn Mini’s compact design and budget price, the XMAX Qomo is one of the closest alternatives we currently carry, with a similarly small water-filtered design and simple preset temperature controls.

With a small enough body to fit comfortably in your hand, long-lasting battery, and built-in dab tool, does it have what it takes to be one of the best electric dab rigs for under $100?

I certainly enjoyed my testing sessions, so let’s get into reviewing the specs to see if it’s worth picking up for yourself.

Unicorn Mini Dab Rig Specs

What Makes This Mini E-Rig Unique?

Based on its size and narrow design, the Lookah Unicorn Mini has more in common with a portable wax pen than most traditional e-rigs. It’s super small and saves a lot of space by having the coil sit directly below the tiny bubbler.

The bubbler is attached magnetically, making the chamber super easy to access for loading and cleaning, while the narrow shape makes the e-rig look like a tiny unicorn, hence the name.

As an added bonus, a hidden dab tool is built into the bottom of the e-rig, making chamber loading quick and hassle-free as long as you have your wax container with you.

How to Use Lookah Unicorn Mini?

Overall, the Unicorn Mini is easier to learn than many larger electric dab rigs, especially if you’re new to concentrates.

It uses manual heating by pressing and holding the power button, so anyone switching from a button-activated 510 thread battery should feel right at home.

To get started, remove the bubbler and fill it with water just above the airholes. This usually takes about a second under a gentle stream. After filling, take a few test pulls to make sure no water is reaching your mouth.

While the bubbler is off, remove the dab tool from the bottom of the rig and load about a small rice-sized grain of concentrate onto the crushed quartz at the bottom of the atomizer. If you’re a beginner, an electric dab tool like the Puffco Hot Knife can make loading easier because the heated tip lets the concentrate drop directly into the center of the atomizer.

After five clicks of the power button, the Lookah Unicorn Mini will turn on and preheat. After this, you can press the power button twice to cycle through the three voltage settings. From there, press and hold the power button for up to ten seconds at a time.

Crushed Quartz Coil

The Mini Unicorn by Lookah uses a crushed quartz coil that’s semi-porous, meaning it soaks up your dab for even heating and smooth, flavorful hits.

The three voltage settings give you a good amount of control over how you want each dab to perform:

1. Green 3.5V – Good for low-temperature dabbing and beginners looking for more flavor.
2. Blue 3.7V – A good combination of cloud production and flavor.
3. White 3.9V – Produces larger clouds and vaporizes concentrates quickly, but the vapor can be harsher.

One thing to note is that if your coil hasn’t been cleaned and you use the white setting, you may notice a burnt taste as leftover resin from your previous session heats up.

Budget e-rigs under $100 generally offer much simpler temperature control than premium devices like the Puffco Peak Pro, which are built around more precise and consistent heating.

Lookah Unicorn Mini Dab Rig Vapor Quality

More than anything, I am impressed by how efficiently the Unicorn Mini is able to perform with a small amount of concentrate.

While there might be a bit of pooling during the first ten-second heating cycle, it works very well, and you can expect great flavor from the first five inhales or so before the dab gets cooked away.

It can be a little harsh since the bubbler is so small and can only hold a limited amount of water, but for the budget price tag, its performance is impressive.

Portability and Size

The Unicorn Mini Vape is hardly bigger than a normal wax pen, so it’s very portable and can even fit into larger pants pockets.

With the addition of a hidden dab tool on the bottom of the vape, you’ll be able to get sessions almost anywhere you travel.

The main thing to watch out for is accidentally knocking over the glass. While the magnetic connection is strong, the base can be unstable and easy to tip if bumped from the top.

Unicorn Mini Vape Battery Life

The Unicorn Mini has excellent battery life thanks to its efficient bowl and ten-second heating cycles. You’ll be able to run roughly 100 heating cycles without needing a recharge.

On the downside, there’s no included USB-C charging cable, so make sure you have one on hand.

A full charge from empty takes about two hours, and you’ll know it’s finished when the flashing red light turns solid green.

Lookah Unicorn Mini Accessories and Included Items

The kit is fairly inclusive and helps boost the overall value.

Inside the kit, you’ll find:

• 1 x Lookah Unicorn Mini E-Rig
• 1 x Silicone Stopper Mouthpiece
• 2 x Quartz Coils (710 Thread – for Unicorn Mini)
• 1 x Cleaning Brush
• 1 x User Manual

Two of the more useful features are the rubber stopper for the bubbler, which helps prevent accidental water leakage, and the hidden dab tool on the bottom of the e-rig.

There are also three different quartz coil options available if you ever want to change the way the device performs.

How to Clean the Lookah Unicorn Mini?

To clean this mini e-rig, focus on two main steps. First, soak the atomizer in isopropyl alcohol to remove buildup. Second, remove the bubbler and shake it well with Orange Chronic Cleaner to keep it fresh and clean.

Make sure to soak the atomizer in isopropyl alcohol every few sessions to help clear out old resin before it burns onto the coil and turns the atomizer black.

Who Is It Best For?

The Lookah Unicorn Mini is best for people who want a portable electric dab rig for enjoying concentrates in a discreet and convenient way. Its small size, built-in dab tool, and simple controls make it especially approachable for beginners.

Price and Value Review

The Unicorn Mini offers a lot of value for a beginner buying their first e-rig. The bubbler is low-maintenance, and the built-in dab tool makes it easy to take with you as long as you have a concentrate container.

I would say heavy users can get around a month of use before the atomizer needs replacing, which isn’t bad for a budget device.

If portability matters more than having a water bubbler, our Best Dab Pens guide covers other compact concentrate vaporizers worth comparing.

Unicorn Mini vs. Puffco Peak

Many people compare these two e-rigs online because the Lookah Unicorn Mini looks like a simpler version of the Puffco Peak. Let’s take a closer look at how their specs match up:

Both are good for beginners, but the Mini is much easier on your wallet if you’re watching your budget. The Peak, however, provides smoother vapor thanks to its larger atomizer and bubbler. These features help cool the vapor more effectively, and it also offers lower temperature settings for gentler hits. You can learn more in our Puffco Peak Review.

If you’re willing to spend more for smoother vapor, more even heating, and a larger water piece, the new Puffco Peak is the more substantial upgrade.

Unicorn Mini vs. Puffco Plus

One of the most popular comparisons online is between the Puffco Plus and the Unicorn Mini. You can learn more in our Puffco Plus Review.

What Are the Pros and Cons?

Lookah Unicorn Mini Review Conclusion

Overall, I was really happy while testing the Unicorn Mini. While it’s nowhere near the best in terms of manufacturing quality, it offers good value and is super easy to use. For people moving away from torch dab rigs, I think it’s a simple introduction to e-rigs and can help you figure out which features matter most before eventually upgrading to one of the Best Electric Dab Rigs.

If you want to read about another entry-level e-rig from the same brand, check out our Lookah Dragon Egg Review. If you’d rather compare a XMAX model that’s currently available, the XMAX Qomo is another compact budget e-rig with water filtration and simple preset power levels.

FAQs

How much water should you put in the Lookah Unicorn Mini?

You only need to add a small amount of water, just a few milliliters. Make sure the water level stays below the percolator holes to avoid splashback while you’re using it.

Is this the smallest e-rig?

The 5in by 2in XMAX Qomo is more compact than the Unicorn Mini.

Which Lookah 710 coils work best on the Mini?

For Lookah Unicorn Mini coils, there are three options: the stock dish quartz coil for good taste, the dual-hole quartz coil for bigger clouds, and the square quartz coil for conserving wax.

Does the Unicorn Mini have haptic feedback?

There is only haptic feedback when the Unicorn Mini turns off after a few minutes of inactivity.