Scorch Torch vs. Newport Zero: Which Butane Torch is the Best Investment?

Scorch Torch gives you choice. Newport Zero gives you one thing done simply. That is the whole comparison.

If you dab, buy a Scorch Torch. Single, double and triple jet, angled bodies, long necks, tabletop units. You can match the flame to how thick your banger is, and that range is why the brand owns this category.

If you want a single flame in your pocket that lights every time and needs no thought, buy a Newport Zero. We stock them as minis, so what you get is compact and simple rather than powerful.

One expectation to set before either. Both are wind resistant, not windproof. A jet flame holds up in a breeze far better than a soft flame, but strong wind still shortens and bends it.

What Makes Scorch Torch a Good Choice

Scorch is the workhorse brand. Metal bodies, textured grips, and a lineup wide enough that there is a version of almost any shape you want.

Our Scorch Torch Dab Torches & Butane Lighters collection runs from slim pencil lighters to a heavy duty table top unit with a safety lock. If you dab at a desk and never carry your torch anywhere, the tabletop is the one to look at, because a bigger body means a bigger tank and fewer refills.

Two that show the range. The Scorch Torch 61590 Alpha is a double jet with a built-in cigar punch, which is the practical middle of the lineup. The 6.75" X-Series Magnum CNC Torch is the heavy end, machined rather than moulded.

What Newport Zero Does Well

Newport Zero goes the other way. One flame, clean lines, a comfortable grip and an ignition button that works without drama.

The Newport Zero Mini Torch is what we carry, and mini is the honest word for it. It is pocketable and it is simple, and the trade for that is a small tank. If long runtime between refills is what you are after, Scorch is the brand with the bodies big enough to deliver it. Newport also does a Premium Flint Torch in a gunmetal finish if you prefer a flint wheel to a push button.

A single focused flame is easier to control, which makes it the better pick for lighting glass bong bowls without torching your whole load at once.

Worth knowing before you do that, though. A torch on a flower bowl tends to make butane taste more noticeable, not less, because you are pushing far more gas through than a soft flame does. If flavor off a bowl is what you care about, a regular lighter is gentler, and we put the two side by side in scorch torch vs regular lighter.

Comparing the Two Brands

Where each one actually wins.

Heat Output and Flame Styles

Scorch wins on options. Double and triple jets cut the time it takes to bring a thick piece from our Quartz Banger & Dab Nail collection up to temperature, which matters when you are heating 4mm quartz rather than 2mm.

Newport Zero sticks to a single flame. That is not a weakness, it is a different job. One flame is easier to aim and harder to overshoot with. How many jets you actually need is its own question, and we answer it in single vs dual vs triple flame.

Build Quality and Tank Size

Both are built properly. Scorch uses metal with textured grips and leans heavy. Newport uses smoother finishes and lighter shapes that sit more comfortably in a pocket.

On tank size, Scorch has the edge here, and it comes down to what we stock rather than what the brands make. The Scorch lineup includes tabletop and long neck bodies with room for fuel. Our Newport Zero is a mini. More body, more butane, fewer refills.

One build detail worth more than either brand name is the angle of the jet. A 45 degree head keeps your knuckles away from a hot banger, and once you have used one it is hard to go back. We cover that in angled vs straight torches.

Which One to Buy

Dabs, thick quartz, or a torch that lives on your desk, buy Scorch. You want the multi-jet options and the bigger tank.

Flower, travel, or a second lighter for the bag, buy a Newport Zero Mini. One flame, small body, nothing to go wrong.

If you are close to it, adding butane or a carb cap to your cart takes you over $30, which is where the free surprise gift kicks in.

Shopping with SmokeMEGA

We ship from our own warehouse in Los Angeles, so US orders move fast and shipping is free on qualifying orders. Returns run 14 days with no restocking fee and no return postage to pay.

One thing to plan for. Every butane torch ships empty, because butane cannot legally go in the post. Pick up a can of butane locally before your torch arrives and you can use it the day it lands.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which torch brand is better for heating a thick quartz banger?

Scorch, with a dual or triple flame. More jets bring thick quartz up to temperature faster and more evenly than a single flame can. Whichever you use, heat until the banger just begins to glow, then wait 30 to 60 seconds before you drop. Thick quartz can need up to 90. Never dab on a red hot banger.

Do Scorch Torch and Newport Zero lighters come filled with butane?

No. All our butane torches ship empty, because pressurised butane cannot be shipped by post. Buy a can locally and fill it before first use. Spend a little more on refined butane, since cheap fuel leaves residue that clogs the jet over time.

How do I know when it is time to refill my butane torch?

Most of our torches have a clear fuel window, so you can see the level. The other tell is the flame itself. When it starts sputtering, spitting or burning shorter than usual, you are low. Our guide on how to refill a Scorch Torch lighter walks through it, including bleeding the tank first.

Can I use these torches for outdoor smoke sessions?

Yes, with realistic expectations. A high pressure jet flame is wind resistant and will stay lit in conditions that would blow out a soft flame. It is not windproof. Strong wind still bends the flame and shortens its reach, so put your back to it or find a corner.