The Lookah Seahorse Pro Plus is a modern take on the classic honey straw—also known as a nectar collector—designed to let you dip its heated tip straight into your wax and inhale the vapor instantly. While this method isn’t revolutionary, Lookah has added its own spin to elevate the experience with the Pro Plus model.
Though technically categorized as a wax pen, the Seahorse offers a unique approach that sets it apart from traditional dab pens. In this review, we’ll dive into its features, performance, design, and weigh its advantages and drawbacks. We'll also see how it stacks up against some of the top-rated wax pens already favored by concentrate enthusiasts. Whether you're just starting out or you’ve been dabbing for years, this breakdown aims to be both insightful and practical.
Portability
The Lookah Seahorse Pro Plus may not be the ideal choice for those who prioritize flavor and smooth, balanced hits over raw power and vapor density. It delivers thick clouds by rapidly heating a large surface area of concentrate—especially when the tip is dipped directly into a wax container.
Using a quartz tip that heats up quickly, the device efficiently vaporizes your wax, resulting in a highly potent and concentrated experience. However, this fast and direct heating can also produce hot, dry vapor, which may diminish or even burn off the more delicate flavor notes of your concentrate.
If flavor is your main concern, a device like the Utillian 5 might be a better fit. It offers a more controlled heating system that consistently delivers rich, flavorful hits without sacrificing intensity.
While the Seahorse Pro Plus excels at producing dense, powerful vapor, it may not be the best fit for flavor chasers or beginners. The experience can be harsh for some, and it takes a bit of trial and error to dial in the right voltage setting and technique for your particular wax.
Seahorse Dab Pen
The Lookah Seahorse Pro Plus features adjustable temperature control through its variable voltage settings, giving users a bit of flexibility depending on their wax type and personal preferences. The device offers three distinct voltage levels, each represented by a different color on the LED ring surrounding the power button. You can cycle through them with a quick double-press of the button.
In practical use, however, the device feels more suited for at-home sessions rather than on-the-go dabbing. One major drawback is the cap that covers the quartz tip—it’s not heat-resistant. If you use the Seahorse and immediately stash it in your pocket, the cap is likely to melt, which can be both messy and unsafe.
While the device is compact and fits nicely in the hand, its design doesn’t lend itself well to mobile use. Because it operates like a nectar collector, you’ll need to have your wax container on hand and dip the tip into it—something that's hard to manage while walking or on the move.
For users who travel with the Seahorse Pro Plus, expect to stop, set up, take a hit, and wait for the unit to cool before putting it away. It’s simply not built for discreet, on-the-fly use, and is best enjoyed in a more controlled, stationary setting.
Battery Life
The Lookah Seahorse Pro Plus is powered by a 650mAh battery, offering around 30 to 40 quick sessions per charge, depending on your chosen voltage setting and session length. While this capacity is sufficient for casual users, heavier users may find themselves needing to recharge more frequently.
Equipped with a USB-C charging port, the device supports fast, efficient charging—taking roughly one hour to reach a full charge. This is a noticeable improvement over older micro-USB models.
To help you keep track of battery life, the LED ring around the power button serves as a battery level indicator, changing color based on remaining charge:
- Green: 100%–60%
- Blue: 60%–20%
- Red: 20%–0%
When the battery drops below 10%, the device will flash red ten times to alert you, then automatically shut off to prevent over-discharge and protect battery health.
Lookah Unicorn
The Lookah Unicorn 2.0 is the upgraded edition of the original Unicorn E-Rig, a device that gained popularity for offering solid performance at a budget-friendly price. As an affordable electric rig, it brings a lot to the table, especially in terms of customization and ease of use.
With three preset temperature levels, an automatic preheat function, and on-demand heating, the Unicorn 2.0 gives users flexible options to tailor their dabbing sessions. For a device in this price range, the level of control is surprisingly decent—more than what you might expect from an entry-level E-Rig.
Adjusting the heat is simple and user-friendly, making it accessible for both newcomers and experienced dabbers. While vapor production is solid, flavor quality isn’t where the Unicorn 2.0 truly shines. Higher heat settings prioritize cloud density, often at the expense of smoothness and taste. If you’re after better flavor, the lower temperature settings offer a slightly more refined experience.
It’s worth noting that the Unicorn 2.0 doesn’t feature a temperature sensor in its heating element, so you won’t be able to fine-tune sessions with pinpoint accuracy. Still, the preset levels provide enough flexibility to tweak your experience—whether you're after big hits or a smoother draw.
Vapor Quality and Battery Life
The vapor quality of the Lookah Unicorn 2.0 is closely tied to the temperature setting you choose—but because the device lacks precise temperature control, consistency can vary from one session to the next. In practice, the preset temperatures often feel hotter than indicated, which is why the lower settings tend to deliver better flavor. It's clear that Lookah prioritized sleek design and functionality over producing rich, flavorful vapor.
One drawback is the extensive use of silicone throughout the device, particularly in the connectors. While this keeps production costs down, it also impacts vapor quality. The silicone can affect both the taste and feel of the vapor, and during extended use, the unit heats up noticeably, especially near the atomizer. Some users may even detect a faint odor from the silicone components, which aren’t UV-tested—raising concerns about durability and purity.
Powering the device is a 1900mAh battery, which is decent but falls short when compared to competitors like the Utillian 8, which features a 3150mAh battery capable of lasting several days with moderate use. That said, Lookah claims that when paired with the Quartz Core, the Unicorn 2.0 becomes more power-efficient, offering up to 90 minutes of runtime per charge.
Lookah Unicorn Mini
The Lookah Unicorn Mini is the latest compact contender in the world of portable e-rigs, offering a scaled-down version of the popular Unicorn 2.0. Designed for simplicity and convenience, the Unicorn Mini brings many of the core features of its larger sibling into a more travel-friendly form—ideal for those new to dab rigs.
This device strikes a middle ground in vapor quality. While it won’t blow you away with flavor or cloud density, it’s far from underwhelming. It’s built for quick, no-fuss sessions, though the learning curve may be a bit steep for absolute beginners.
How to Use the Lookah Unicorn Mini:
- Power it on by clicking the power button five times rapidly.
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The device starts heating automatically. Double-click the power button to toggle between three voltage settings:
- Green: 3.5V (Low) – Best for flavor
- Blue: 3.7V (Medium)
- White: 3.9V (High) – Delivers stronger hits but may compromise taste
- Remove the top and pour a small amount of water into the bubbler—just enough to cover the percolator holes.
- Using a dab tool, place a small amount of concentrate directly onto the coil of the 710 wax chamber.
- Reattach the top of the unit.
- Press and hold the power button for up to 10 seconds, then inhale gently through the mouthpiece.
The Unicorn Mini’s three heat levels give you enough flexibility to choose between flavorful sips and fast, heavy hits. Just a heads-up: the highest setting can run hot, which may affect the flavor of your wax if you're not careful.
Manufacturing Quality
The vapor quality of the Lookah Unicorn Mini is solid, though it leans more toward speed and convenience than rich, flavorful hits. Its standout feature is the glass pallet heater, which heats up quickly and produces a respectable amount of vapor in a short time. While it doesn’t deliver top-tier flavor, it performs well enough for quick sessions and gets the job done without much fuss.
One notable advantage is that the Unicorn Mini avoids the unpleasant rubbery odor found in some other vaporizers. That’s because it uses a plastic base instead of silicone, making it a great option for users who are sensitive to silicone tastes or smells. While the vapor won’t always be thick or intense, the overall experience is clean and reliable.
Think of the Unicorn Mini like a practical, no-frills car—it might not be flashy, but it’s dependable and gets you from point A to B efficiently.
The device is also compact, stylish, and portable, with vibrant color options and a smart, user-friendly design. Thanks to its 950mAh battery, the Unicorn Mini can power through up to 100 heat cycles on a full charge. That said, compared to larger e-rigs on the market, its battery life does fall a bit short. As a result, you’ll want to be mindful of turning it off after each session to extend usage between charges.