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Tesla Coil USB Rechargeable Arc vs Soto Pocket Torch
Tesla Coil USB Rechargeable Arc ($15) vs Soto Pocket Torch ($35) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right arc lighter.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Tesla Coil USB Rechargeable Arc | Soto Pocket Torch |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $15 | $35 |
| Weight | 65g | 85g |
| Ignition | Dual plasma arc | — |
| Charge | USB (300 lights) | — |
| Wind | Arc is windproof | — |
| Weight | ~65g (approx, no brand weight published) | 85g |
| Material | Zinc alloy | — |
| Safety | Auto-off 7 seconds | — |
| Flame | — | 1300°C |
| Fuel | — | Butane refillable |
| Country | — | Japan |
Pros & Cons
Tesla Coil USB Rechargeable Arc
- No fuel ever
- USB rechargeable
- Windproof plasma arc
- 300 lights per charge
- $15 affordable
- Can't light pipes/cigars well
- Arc noise audible
- TSA may question it
- No manufacturer page, so the weight and price are approximate
Soto Pocket Torch
- Windproof
- 1300°C
- Refillable
- Requires butane
- No cap
Tesla Coil USB Rechargeable Arc is the better value at $15. Both are part of our curated arc lighter index — tap through to check current pricing.
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