Storz & Bickel dosing capsules let you fill ground plant material into small capsules in advance, store them, and drop one into a compatible vaporizer when you need it. Storz & Bickel sells them for single use. This guide explains what the manufacturer says about the capsules, the Magazine, the Capsule Caddy and the Filling Set for 40 Dosing Capsules, and which devices and adapters they work with.
Every specification, compatibility statement, box list and usage step below comes from Storz & Bickel’s own product pages, support articles and instructions for use, linked throughout. Joint Venture listings are only used for what we stock today. Where one of our listings currently says something different, we say so.
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Key takeaways
- Storz & Bickel sells the Dosing Capsules, 40 pieces as capsules for single use, and its VOLCANO HYBRID instructions say used capsules go in household waste.
- Storz & Bickel says the filling chamber of the VENTY, VEAZY, MIGHTY+ and CRAFTY+ is identical in size, and that dosing capsules are compatible across them.
- The VOLCANO CLASSIC, VOLCANO DIGIT, VOLCANO HYBRID and PLENTY take capsules only with the matching Dosing Capsule Adapter, fitted instead of the filling chamber cylinder.
- The Magazine holds up to 8 capsules, the Capsule Caddy holds up to four, and the Filling Set fills 40 at once.
What dosing capsules are for
On its Dosing Capsules, 40 pieces page, Storz & Bickel describes the capsules simply: you can fill ground herbs into them in advance. The pack contains 40 dosing capsules for single use. Its Dosing Capsule support article adds that you can store filled capsules in the Magazine, which “facilitates the handling”.
In practice that means you can grind and fill a batch at home, then load a session without handling loose material. Storz & Bickel does not publish a fill weight for the capsule on the pages we checked, so we don’t quote one here.
Which devices take Storz & Bickel dosing capsules?
| Device | How the capsule is used | Source |
|---|---|---|
| VENTY, VEAZY, MIGHTY+, CRAFTY+ | Directly in the filling chamber. Storz & Bickel says the four filling chambers are identical in size and that dosing capsules are fully compatible across them. | Storz & Bickel support: Portable Devices |
| VENTY (airflow note) | Storz & Bickel notes that dosing capsules may reduce airflow. | Storz & Bickel support: VENTY Operation |
| CRAFTY+ (in the box) | One dosing capsule is included with the CRAFTY+. | Storz & Bickel support: CRAFTY+ Technical Overview |
| VOLCANO CLASSIC and VOLCANO DIGIT | With the Dosing Capsule Adapter for VOLCANO CLASSIC (listed for VOLCANO DIGIT, VOLCANO CLASSIC and EASY VALVE). The adapter goes in instead of the filling chamber cylinder; insert the capsule cap facing upwards, then screw the filling chamber cap back on. | Storz & Bickel: Dosing Capsule Adapter for VOLCANO CLASSIC and support article |
| VOLCANO HYBRID | With the Dosing Capsule Adapter for VOLCANO HYBRID (listed for VOLCANO HYBRID and EASY VALVE), used instead of the filling chamber cylinder, capsule cap facing upwards. | Storz & Bickel: Dosing Capsule Adapter for VOLCANO HYBRID and VOLCANO HYBRID instructions for use |
| PLENTY | With the Dosing Capsule Adapter for PLENTY. | Storz & Bickel: Dosing Capsule Adapter for PLENTY |
VENTY, VEAZY, MIGHTY+, CRAFTY+
How the capsule is used: Directly in the filling chamber. Storz & Bickel says the four filling chambers are identical in size and that dosing capsules are fully compatible across them.
VENTY (airflow note)
How the capsule is used: Storz & Bickel notes that dosing capsules may reduce airflow.
CRAFTY+ (in the box)
How the capsule is used: One dosing capsule is included with the CRAFTY+.
VOLCANO CLASSIC and VOLCANO DIGIT
How the capsule is used: With the Dosing Capsule Adapter for VOLCANO CLASSIC (listed for VOLCANO DIGIT, VOLCANO CLASSIC and EASY VALVE). The adapter goes in instead of the filling chamber cylinder; insert the capsule cap facing upwards, then screw the filling chamber cap back on.
Source: Storz & Bickel: Dosing Capsule Adapter for VOLCANO CLASSIC and support article
VOLCANO HYBRID
How the capsule is used: With the Dosing Capsule Adapter for VOLCANO HYBRID (listed for VOLCANO HYBRID and EASY VALVE), used instead of the filling chamber cylinder, capsule cap facing upwards.
Source: Storz & Bickel: Dosing Capsule Adapter for VOLCANO HYBRID and VOLCANO HYBRID instructions for use
PLENTY
How the capsule is used: With the Dosing Capsule Adapter for PLENTY.
Each Volcano and PLENTY Dosing Capsule Adapter is sold for specific devices, and Storz & Bickel lists each one with an adapter of approx. Ø 15mm, two small normal screens (approx. Ø 15mm) and one dosing capsule. Match the adapter to your device.
The original MIGHTY and CRAFTY are not named on the Storz & Bickel support pages above, and Storz & Bickel notes the original CRAFTY is discontinued. If you own an original model, check its instructions for use before relying on capsules.
Capsules, Magazine, Capsule Caddy and Filling Set compared
| Item | What Storz & Bickel says it does | In the box (Storz & Bickel) |
|---|---|---|
| Dosing Capsules, 40 pieces | Fill ground herbs into the capsules in advance. | 40 dosing capsules (for single use) |
| Dosing Capsule Magazine | Store filled capsules; holds up to 8. The Magazine Cap doubles as a funnel for filling. | 1 Magazine, 8 dosing capsules |
| Capsule Caddy | Keychain holder for up to four dosing capsules; odour-proof and waterproof; listed as suitable for all devices. | 1 Capsule Caddy, 4 dosing capsules |
| Filling Set for 40 Dosing Capsules | Fills a larger amount of capsules with ground plant material at the same time; the plunger helps close them. | 1 filling device, 1 spatula, 1 plunger, 1 Herb Mill XL (approx. Ø 90mm), 1 Magazine with 8 dosing capsules, 40 dosing capsules, 1 scale |
Dosing Capsules, 40 pieces
What Storz & Bickel says it does: Fill ground herbs into the capsules in advance.
In the box (Storz & Bickel): 40 dosing capsules (for single use)
Dosing Capsule Magazine
What Storz & Bickel says it does: Store filled capsules; holds up to 8. The Magazine Cap doubles as a funnel for filling.
In the box (Storz & Bickel): 1 Magazine, 8 dosing capsules
Capsule Caddy
What Storz & Bickel says it does: Keychain holder for up to four dosing capsules; odour-proof and waterproof; listed as suitable for all devices.
In the box (Storz & Bickel): 1 Capsule Caddy, 4 dosing capsules
Filling Set for 40 Dosing Capsules
What Storz & Bickel says it does: Fills a larger amount of capsules with ground plant material at the same time; the plunger helps close them.
In the box (Storz & Bickel): 1 filling device, 1 spatula, 1 plunger, 1 Herb Mill XL (approx. Ø 90mm), 1 Magazine with 8 dosing capsules, 40 dosing capsules, 1 scale
Sources: Dosing Capsules, 40 pieces, Dosing Capsule Magazine, Capsule Caddy, Dosing Capsule Filling Set and the Dosing Capsule support article.
Joint Venture currently stocks the 40-pack, the Capsule Caddy and the Filling Set (pictured above). The Filling Set includes a Magazine with 8 capsules; we don’t currently stock the Magazine on its own, or the Dosing Capsule Adapters for VOLCANO CLASSIC or PLENTY under Storz & Bickel’s names.
How to fill a capsule, step by step
From Storz & Bickel’s Dosing Capsule support article and VOLCANO HYBRID instructions for use:
- Grind the plant material.
- Fill the dosing capsule using the Magazine Cap as a funnel.
- Attach the cap onto the dosing capsule by turning it clockwise.
- Repeat until you have filled the number of capsules you want, then insert them into the Magazine (it holds up to 8).
- After filling, attach the Magazine Cap and close it by turning it clockwise.
For a portable such as the VENTY, Storz & Bickel’s VENTY guidance is to remove the cooling unit by turning it 90° anticlockwise, load the chamber, and refit the cooling unit by turning it 90° clockwise. Insert a capsule in place of loose material, and remember the note that capsules may reduce airflow. For the Volcano and PLENTY, fit the correct Dosing Capsule Adapter first, then insert the capsule cap facing upwards.
Filling 40 at once: the Filling Set
Storz & Bickel says the Filling Set for 40 Dosing Capsules is designed for filling a larger amount of capsules simultaneously with ground plant material, and that the plunger makes closing them easier. It also includes the Herb Mill XL (approx. Ø 90mm), a scale and a Magazine with 8 capsules, so you get 48 capsules in total. Storz & Bickel doesn’t publish the set’s dimensions on its product page, so check our listing if you need a size for storage.
Carrying capsules: the Capsule Caddy
Storz & Bickel describes the Capsule Caddy as a handy dosing capsule holder for the key chain that holds up to four capsules and is odour-proof and waterproof. It comes with four dosing capsules. For more on one of the devices it suits, see our Storz & Bickel VENTY guide.
Single use, disposal and care
- Single use: Storz & Bickel lists the capsules “for single use”. Its VOLCANO HYBRID instructions call them disposables to be thrown away with household waste after use.
- Heat: let the device cool as its instructions direct before handling the filling chamber or adapter.
- Cleaning: follow the instructions for use for your device when cleaning the filling chamber, screens and cooling unit. The capsules themselves are not meant to be cleaned and reused.
- Storage: keep filled capsules in the Magazine or Capsule Caddy, away from children and pets.
- Lawful use: use capsules only with lawful dry plant material in a compatible Storz & Bickel device.
For lawful adult use only. Joint Venture does not sell any controlled substance.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need an adapter for the VENTY, VEAZY, MIGHTY+ or CRAFTY+?
No. Storz & Bickel says these four portables share an identically sized filling chamber and that dosing capsules are fully compatible across them.
Can I use dosing capsules in a VOLCANO or PLENTY?
Yes, with the Dosing Capsule Adapter Storz & Bickel lists for your device: one for VOLCANO CLASSIC, VOLCANO DIGIT and EASY VALVE; one for VOLCANO HYBRID and EASY VALVE; and one for PLENTY.
Can I reuse a capsule?
Storz & Bickel sells them for single use and says to dispose of used capsules with household waste.
How much does a capsule hold?
Storz & Bickel doesn’t publish a fill weight on the product and support pages we checked, so we don’t give one. Fill as its instructions describe and don’t overfill or compress the material.
Manufacturer sources
- Storz & Bickel: Dosing Capsules, 40 pieces
- Storz & Bickel: Dosing Capsule Magazine
- Storz & Bickel: Capsule Caddy
- Storz & Bickel: Dosing Capsule Filling Set
- Storz & Bickel: Dosing Capsule Adapter for VOLCANO CLASSIC
- Storz & Bickel: Dosing Capsule Adapter for VOLCANO HYBRID
- Storz & Bickel: Dosing Capsule Adapter for PLENTY
- Storz & Bickel support: Dosing Capsule
- Storz & Bickel support: Portable Devices
- Storz & Bickel support: VENTY Operation
- Storz & Bickel support: CRAFTY+ Technical Overview
- Storz & Bickel: VOLCANO HYBRID instructions for use (PDF)
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