Mighty+ Dosing Capsules: Which Type Fits and How Many to Own
In short: alongside Storz & Bickel's own capsules, we stock three reusable options for the Mighty+, which shares its filling chamber size with the Crafty+, Venty and Veazy. They are open glass "Drop'n'Tip" capsules, aluminium "Armour" capsules with screw lids, and "Micro-Dose" glass reducers for small loads. Choose glass for home use and quick tipping out, and Armour for carrying loaded capsules. As a starting point, three to five capsules covers a typical day; the table below gives worked examples. Five is the natural number if you carry them in our grinder.
Why the same capsules fit several devices
Storz & Bickel's support centre says the filling chambers of the Venty, Veazy, Mighty+ and Crafty+ are identical in size and ceramic coated. It also says screens, dosing capsules and filling chamber tools are compatible across all four. So a capsule sold for the "Mighty", "Mighty+" or "Venty" should fit, though heights vary slightly between products. Check that the product page names the Mighty or Mighty+, rather than relying on a generic "universal" label.
The three types of Mighty+ dosing capsule
| Drop'n'Tip glass | Armour aluminium | Micro-Dose glass reducer | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Material | Borosilicate glass | Machined aluminium | Borosilicate glass |
| Lid | None | Threaded screw lid | None |
| Listed size | 14 × 8 mm | 14 × 9 mm | 14 × 8 mm |
| Packs | 3 or 5 | 2, 3, 5 or 10 | 3 or 5 |
| Best for | Home use, quick tipping out | Carrying loaded capsules | Small portions |
| Watch out for | Spills if carried open | Take the lid off to load it into the chamber | Not a carry option |
Drop'n'Tip glass capsules
The Drop'n'Tip capsules are open borosilicate cups. Fill one, drop it into the chamber, and tip it out when you are done. Glass is easy to see through, so you can tell at a glance whether a capsule is spent or needs cleaning. Because there is no lid, they suit home use, or loading just before you go out.
Armour screw-lid capsules
The Armour capsules are machined aluminium with a threaded lid, so a loaded capsule stays sealed in a pocket or bag. Storz & Bickel's manual shows its own capsules going into the chamber with the cap removed, so take the Armour lid off before loading too. Check with us if you are unsure. They come in packs of 2, 3, 5 or 10, so it is easy to match the pack to how many you carry.
Micro-Dose glass reducers
The Micro-Dose reducers are for when a full chamber is more than you want. Load a smaller portion into the reducer instead of half-filling the chamber.
What about Storz & Bickel's own capsules?
Storz & Bickel sells its own dosing capsules in sets, along with a magazine that holds up to eight. The magazine cap doubles as a funnel for filling. According to Storz & Bickel, each capsule holds about 150 mg, and the capsules are not designed to be reused. Our glass and Armour capsules are built to be cleaned and refilled. For a deeper comparison, see our guide to glass vs aluminium capsules.
We have not confirmed that Armour capsules fit the Storz & Bickel magazine. If you want to use both together, check with us first.
How many Mighty+ capsules should you own?
Work it out from how many sessions you have between cleans, then add one or two spares so you always have a clean capsule ready.
| Your routine | Suggested number | Why |
|---|---|---|
| One or two sessions a day, at home | 3 glass | One in use, one loaded, one soaking |
| Daily use, some time out | 3 glass plus 2 Armour | Glass at home, sealed capsules for the bag |
| A full day away | 5 Armour | Our grinder holds five capsules |
| Weekend away | 10 Armour | Fewer cleans until you are home |
| Small, occasional sessions | 3 Micro-Dose | Smaller portions |
These are starting points, not rules. If you clean capsules every evening, you need fewer. If you only soak them once a week, buy more.
Carrying capsules with the grinder
Our 4-piece herb grinder has a screen chamber that holds five Armour capsules, or five standard Storz & Bickel capsules, side by side on the mesh. Capsules are sold separately. Grind with the capsule chamber empty, then load your capsules and store them there. A five-pack of Armour capsules fills it exactly, so you can carry five loaded capsules and the means to grind more in one piece of kit.
Loading tips
- Grind medium. In our experience, very fine herb can clog the capsule's mesh.
- Fill to the rim without packing it down. Storz & Bickel's manual tells you to fill the chamber without compressing it, and we suggest treating capsules the same way.
- Use the right tool. A narrow shovel, or the funnel cap of Storz & Bickel's magazine for its own capsules, saves spills when you fill several.
- Clean on a schedule. Soak glass in isopropyl alcohol, rinse it and let it dry fully. Our Armour listing recommends the same soak, a warm-water rinse and drying fully.
For step-by-step loading and heating, see our Mighty+ and Crafty+ user guide. If you want the bigger picture on who uses capsules and why, read dosing capsules explained.
When to replace a capsule
- Glass: retire a capsule with any chip or crack, especially on the rim. A chipped rim can crack further, and its sharp edge is easy to catch a finger on.
- Armour: replace one if the thread binds, the lid will not seat squarely, or the base is dented so it no longer sits flat in the chamber.
- Any type: if the airflow holes stay blocked after a soak and the draw feels tight even with a fresh load, it is time for a new one.
Mixing types is fine. All three share the same listed 14 mm diameter, and you can switch between them from one session to the next.
Frequently asked questions
Do Mighty capsules fit the Mighty+?
Yes. Storz & Bickel says the chamber, capsules and screens are compatible across the Mighty+, Crafty+, Venty and Veazy. Our capsule listings name the Mighty, and Storz & Bickel's shared-chamber statement covers the Mighty+.
Do I still need a screen with a capsule?
Keep the chamber screens fitted as Storz & Bickel intends. A capsule keeps the herb contained, but it does not replace the screens. If yours are worn, our guide to Mighty+ wear parts lists the spares to order.
Glass or aluminium: which tastes better?
Glass is inert and easy to inspect, which is why many owners choose it for home use. Armour capsules earn their place when you need a lid. Many owners keep both.
Everything for your Mighty+ is in our Mighty accessories collection.
