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Mini, Standard or Classic: which Wookah suits you?
With Wookah, the first decision is not the wood but the size. The Mini fits on any table, the Standard is the full Wookah, and the Classic is made entirely of wood. I will show you which series suits your daily life and whether you are better off with the body or a complete set.
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Which Wookah for which daily life?
| Your daily life | Matching series | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Living room, evenings with friends | Standard, for example as the Nox set with Smooth Clear | Full size, any large body on any large vase |
| Small flat, balcony, desk | Mini, for example the Mini Body Smooth Oak | Body 34 cm high, light at around 0.5 kg |
| On the go | Mini with the Mini travel bag | Bag about 450 mm high, compartments for accessories |
| Hookah as a piece of wooden furniture | Classic, for example Classic Oak | Wooden vase matching the body |
| Large Wookah when travelling | Standard with the travel bag | Padded base, two side compartments |
You can find the dimensions and water capacities of all series together on the Wookah brand page.
The Mini: small but fully fledged
The Mini has the same Quick Lock System as the large Wookah, just in a compact build. The dip tube, valve, seals and hose connector are Mini-specific parts, and the guide Wookah spare parts shows which ones they are. You use the leather hose and wooden mouthpiece just as with the large one. You can get it complete, for example, as the Mini set Mauve Misty.
Standard: the full Wookah
The Standard body is 36 cm high and weighs around 1.4 kg. Here you have a free choice: any large body fits on any large vase of the current generation. How to choose wood and finish is covered in the article Wookah wood types, and the vase in the article Wookah vase and mouthpiece.
Standard White/Black
White-and-black body on a clear vase. To the White/Black set
Standard Taupe
Taupe body on a smoky grey Smooth vase. To the Taupe set
Mini Smoky Taupe
The Mini in the same shade. To the Mini set
Mini travel bag
Cordura, water-repellent, with side compartments. To the Mini travel bag
Classic Nox
Black Nox on a matching wooden vase. To the Classic Nox
Classic Iroko
Golden-brown Iroko from top to bottom. To the Classic Iroko
Classic: wood all the way down
The Classic puts the body on a vase made of wood instead of glass. So that the wood does not come into contact with water, it is lined on the inside with a transparent, waterproof coating that is approved for drinking water. A wooden vase takes less water than a glass vase. You must not immerse it when cleaning, and how to care for it is in the Wookah care guide.
When the hookah becomes furniture
The Classic looks like a turned piece of furniture. Made entirely of oak, it blends into rooms with wooden walls, floorboards and natural stone. You can find all Classic sets in the Wookah complete sets.
Body alone or complete set?
The body comes with a valve with ball, hose connector, dip tube, seals, bowl adapter, charcoal tray and certificate of authenticity. You buy the leather hose, wooden mouthpiece and bowl separately. If you already have a vase or want to combine things yourself, take the body on its own. For a start without gathering everything piece by piece, a complete set is the easier way. General tips for beginners are in the article Getting started and setup.
Frequently asked questions
Do the leather hose and mouthpiece of the large Wookah fit the Mini?
Yes. The Mini hose connector takes the Wookah leather hoses, and the mouthpiece sits on the hose. The dip tube, valve, seals and connector of the Mini, however, are separate parts.
Is the Wookah Mini only meant for travelling?
No. It is a fully fledged Wookah with the Quick Lock System, just smaller and lighter. It fits on the living-room table just as well.
What is included when you buy a Wookah body?
The body with a stainless steel inner tube, valve with ball, hose connector, dip tube, seals, bowl adapter, charcoal tray and certificate of authenticity. The hose, mouthpiece and bowl are not included.
How much water does the wooden vase of the Classic need?
With the diffuser on the dip tube, about 0.8 l. The values for all vases are on the Wookah brand page.
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