Why Distillate Wins on Convenience
Distillate is a cannabis oil refined to 80-90% THC. It has no taste or smell. It works in vape carts, edibles, and tinctures. That makes it the fastest way to dose. No grinding, no rolling, no smoke. Convenience drives repeat purchases.
Our Top Pick: Select
Select (Curaleaf) sells distillate in 0.5g and 1g cartridges. The oil tests at 85-90% THC. Hardware uses a ceramic core. Select is available in more than 20 states. That distribution makes it the most convenient choice. You can find it at most dispensaries.
Option 2: Cresco
Cresco uses ethanol extraction for distillate. Their carts test at 80-85% THC. Cresco operates in 8 states. Their Liquid Live Resin line is not distillate. The straight distillate line is called Remedi. Remedi carts cost $30-40 for 0.5g. That is mid-range.
Option 3: Rythm
Rythm (Green Thumb Industries) sells distillate under the Rythm brand. Carts test at 82-88% THC. Rythm uses a cotton wick. Some users report clogging. Rythm is in 15 states. A 0.5g cart costs $35-45. That is higher than Select.
Option 4: Stiiizy
Stiiizy uses a proprietary pod system. The pod holds 0.5g or 1g. Distillate tests at 80-85% THC. Stiiizy is in 10 states. The battery costs $20-30. Pods cost $40-50 per gram. The closed system adds convenience but locks you into one brand.
What to Check Before You Buy
- THC percentage: 80% or higher.
- Hardware: ceramic core resists clogging.
- State availability: Select leads.
- Price per gram: $30-50.
- Lab test: look for terpene content and pesticides.
Verdict
Select wins on availability and consistency. Cresco and Rythm are solid backups. Stiiizy is convenient if you already own the battery. Distillate is not full-spectrum. It lacks terpenes and minor cannabinoids. For medical users, that matters. For convenience, distillate is hard to beat.