How this page works (two-way, for real)
- Articles → Gear: relevant pages include “Tools used” callouts that land you on the exact kit section here.
- Gear → Articles: every kit links back to the specific reading that explains why the tool matters.
- Result: the knowledge base stays educational, and the gear page stays useful — not spammy.
If you only buy one category, buy measurement tools first.
How to choose gear without wasting money
- Buy for decisions, not vibes: a tool is worth it only if it changes what you do next.
- Stop stacking upgrades: fix the constraint first (drying control, jar stability, light schedule, air exchange).
- Prefer simple and verifiable: you want numbers you can repeat, not features you never use.
Buy order
| Priority | Category | What it solves | Start here |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Measurement | Stops guessing and prevents over-correction. | Tools hub |
| 2 | Storage | Locks in moisture, slows terp loss, prevents jar swings. | Storage kit |
| 3 | Drying control | Prevents hay smell, harsh smoke, dark outside and wet inside. | Drying kit and Drying guide |
| 4 | Curing control | Stabilizes jars and protects flavor over weeks. | Curing kit and Curing guide |
| 5 | Nice-to-haves | Convenience and comfort after your fundamentals are stable. | Monitoring kit |
Red flags
- Placeholder marketing: “smart” without showing what it measures and how accurate it is.
- No plan for measurement: buying gadgets while you cannot track temp, RH, and time.
- Unsafe shortcuts: heat, vapors, and improvised electrical setups.
Core kits (start here)
This is a living gear index — not a random shopping page. The goal is simple: move from “problem” → “solution” → “tools” without guessing. Swap placeholders with your Amazon Special Links over time.
Drop this near the bottom of a relevant article, then change the link target to the kit you want.
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</div>THC dosing accuracy
If you can’t measure it, you can’t dose it. This is the difference between “nice edible” and “ruined night.”
- Digital scale (0.01g resolution)
- Oral syringe (oil volume)
- Measuring spoons (tbsp/tsp kitchen math)
- Labels (mg/serving + date)
RSO / oils: solvent evaporation (safety-first)
This section is tools + safety context only. No step-by-step instructions. Follow local law, and treat solvents as a serious fire/health hazard.
- Double-thick borosilicate beaker (400 mL) — lab glass that doesn’t crack from normal handling.
- Temperature-controlled magnetic hotplate / stir plate — controlled heat + agitation (don’t wing it).
- Solvent (where legal) — only buy/store/handle in compliance with your jurisdiction.
Your shopping list already groups several related items under “RSO Kit” (e.g., high-proof ethanol, hotplate stirrer, beaker, IR thermometer, gloves, filters). Use this kit section as the “home” for those links as you add them.
Drying Kit
- VIVOSUN AeroWave D4 4” Grow Tent Clip Fan – 3-speed clip-on fan for gentle, targeted air circulation during drying.
- VIVOSUN 4” Inline Booster Duct Fan – Inline fan with speed controller to exhaust moisture efficiently.
- VIVOSUN AeroStream H05 Wi-Fi Humidifier – Smart humidifier for maintaining ideal humidity in the drying room.
For detailed drying techniques, see our article Drying Cannabis Correctly.
Curing Kit
- SUPMIND 10oz Glass Candle Jars (12 Pack) – Airtight glass jars perfect for storing cured cannabis in small batches.
- Ball Mason Jars, 8oz (12 Pack) – Durable mason jars for curing individual portions of flower.
- Platinum Silicone Gasket Seals (10 Pack) – Replacement airtight seals to keep your curing jars fully sealed.
- Boveda 58% Humidity Control Pack (320g) – Two-way humidity pack to maintain ~58% RH in your curing jars.
- Silicone Fermentation Airlock Lids (4 Pack) – Waterless airlock lids for self-burping larger jars during curing.
Learn best practices here: 58% vs 62% Curing Humidity and Why Cannabis Loses Terpenes After Harvest.
Monitoring Kit
- Mini Digital Thermometer/Hygrometer (12 Pack) – Compact LCD gauges for tracking temperature and humidity.
- Zoiydals 3-in-1 Soil Tester – Measures moisture, light, and pH to ensure optimal growing conditions.
- Light Meter (Lux Meter) – For stopping the “my light is fine” guessing game.
- pH Pen (ex: Bluelab OnePen) – Lock your pH so roots can actually eat.
VIVOSUN VGrow™ AI Smart Grow Box (App)
For the “one-box” route. The box helps — but the results come from what you do inside it (root zone, light, moisture discipline).
Watch the setup walkthrough on YouTube
What VIVOSUN doesn’t tell you
HazeHack Roots (1‑gal bag recipe)
- 1‑gal grow bag
- LECA: 2 cups
- Mother Earth Coco + Perlite: 10 cups (moist) + 1 cup (dry top‑off)
- Roots Bible: paste your link here
Nutrients
- GH FloraNova Bloom — paste your exact product link when ready
Instruments you actually need
- Light meter (see: Monitoring Kit)
- pH pen (add your preferred model; Bluelab OnePen is a solid option)
- Humidifier (see: Tent Kit / Drying Kit)
If you’re starting with VGrow, pair it with: Seed-to-Harvest Haze Protocol.
Grow Tent Core Kit
- Gorilla Grow Tent Pro 4x4 (with Extension Kit) – Sturdy grow tent with adjustable height for taller plants.
- VIVOSUN AeroLight AW200SE LED Grow Light (200W) – Full-spectrum LED light with built-in fan for even canopy penetration.
- VIVOSUN 8" Air Carbon Filter – High-quality carbon filter to eliminate odors and pollutants.
- VIVOSUN G8 8" Inline Duct Fan with Wi-Fi Controller – Powerful EC fan (725 CFM) plus smart temp/humidity control via app.
- AC Infinity CloudForge T7 Humidifier (15L) – Precision vaporizer with VPD control for optimal humidity.
Watering & Fertigation Kit
- Amazon Basics 2.64 Gallon Watering Can – Long-spout can for gentle, controlled watering of plants.
- 4-Pack Large Measurement Syringes (60ml) – Sterile syringes for accurate measurement and mixing of nutrients.
- General Hydroponics Nutrient Combo – Grow and bloom formulas plus additives for healthy plants.
Storage, Airflow & Accessories
- CleverMade Collapsible Milk Crates (3-Pack) – Sturdy foldable crates for organizing grow supplies and harvest.
- Rabbit Air A3 HEPA Air Purifier – Large-room HEPA purifier to keep your grow space air clean.
- SAFEMORE GFCI Power Strip Surge Protector – Heavy-duty 4-outlet strip with built-in GFCI for safe power.
- HOOPLE 3-Pack Glass Spray Bottles with Silicone Sleeve – Refillable misters for fine misting of plants.
Related reading
These pages are where the gear gets used — the “why” and the “how.”
FAQ
Do I need everything on this page?
No. Start with measurement and storage. Add only what solves a real problem.
Is this an affiliate page?
It can be. The goal is utility first: correct tools mapped to correct steps.
What’s the biggest gear mistake?
Buying upgrades to avoid learning fundamentals.
Which kit helps the most with quality?
Drying and curing tools. That’s where most terpene loss and harshness is created.
Next steps
- 5 grow tools that matter — If you only buy a few things, start here.
- Drying cannabis correctly — The drying kit is the fastest way to upgrade quality.
- 58% vs 62% curing humidity — Match your kit to your jar stability goal.
- THC dosing calculator — Measure and dose with real assumptions, not vibes.