The TL;DR: Is The PuffCo Bub Actually Worth It?
- The main reason to buy it is smoother hits. If dry dabs feel sharp, the Bub takes some of that edge off, especially on a bigger pull.
- The main downside is extra glass. The stock pipe is easier to carry, and the Bub adds water to fill, empty and clean up which means more setup and maintenance.
- Would I buy it again? Absolutely. If you use your Proxy a lot and want the option of running it through water, it’s an easy yes from me.
My Puffco Proxy goes pretty much everywhere with me. It lives in my backpack because it’s small, it’s easy to pack, and I can pull it out for a quick dab without bringing a full rig along. I freaking love the thing.
And if you asked me which bit of glass I’d buy for it first, I’d go with the Puffco Bub.
- The Bub gives the Proxy a second job.
- You can keep it in the stock pipe when you want the smallest setup,
- then drop the same unit into the Bub when you want a smoother, water-filtered hit.
That’s a big part of why I rate it; I even listed it inside my top 5 PuffCo Proxy accessories guide. So, yeah: I definitely rate the Bub.
What the Puffco Bub Adds to the Proxy
The Bub is Puffco’s bubbler attachment for the Proxy. You take the Proxy unit out of its dry pipe, drop it into the Bub, add water, and you’ve got a small water rig. Switching back is just as easy.
The biggest difference is how the hit feels.
I like the stock pipe for a quick dab, but if I want a bigger pull, I’d rather use the Bub.
It takes some of the sharpness out of the hit. And because it’s a standalone piece of glass, you can get that setup going without buying a second rig or fitting the Proxy to a piece you already own.
This is also why I don’t see the Bub as something that defeats the point of the Proxy. If I’m throwing the Proxy in my backpack because I want to keep things light, I can take the dry pipe.
If I’m heading somewhere I’ll actually sit down and use it for a while, I can pack the Bub empty and fill it when I get there. I get to make that call every time I leave the house.
What I Don’t Love About the Bub
The dry pipe is the one I’d reach for if I wanted the least fuss possible, which is most of the time. With the Bub, you’ve got a bigger piece to protect in your bag, water to deal with and another piece to rinse out afterwards. It’s more involved, is what I’m saying. But when you want some water filtration, like when you have some new, primo concentrates, it’s totally worth it.
If you bought the Proxy to make dabbing as simple as possible, that can still be the way you use it most of the time; I tend to break out the Bub for special occasions or when I’m with people that are new to dabbing.
I’d also be clear about what kind of hit you want. If you love how direct the flavor is through the dry pipe, you might still prefer it for smaller dabs. And if you’re chasing a lot of percolation, it’s not quite desktop-grade in this context. Think of the Bub as a way to get smoother hits from a setup you can travel with.
That’s where it makes most sense and pays for itself.
Who Should Buy the Puffco Bub?
- I’d get it if you already reach for your Proxy all the time and sometimes wish it hit a little smoother.
- It makes particular sense if you use the Proxy at home as well as on the go.
- Keep the Bub handy for longer sessions and grab the dry pipe when you want to travel light.
I’d skip it if you’re happy taking dry dabs every time. Same goes if you already own a water rig you love and would rather use your Proxy with that glass.
In that case, a compatible adapter makes more sense.
Is the Puffco Bub Worth It?
For me, yes. I’d buy it again without thinking too hard about it. The Proxy was already one of my favorite things to throw in a backpack. The Bub just adds that little something special to a session, opening it up for bigger, smoother hits. Is it essential? No. But it’s freaking awesome to have and I wouldn’t get rid of mine for anything.
If you’ve ever taken a pull on your Proxy and thought, I’d love this through water, get the Bub because you definitely will not regret it. I was dubious about it at first, but after reading multiple threads of users raving about it on reddit, I decided to give it a whirl. And for once reddit got it right.
