Smokebuddy is a brand dedicated to providing high-quality, personal air filters that allow users to smoke discreetly and reduce the impact of secondhand smoke on their environment and those around them. Founded in 2008 and based in Southern California, Smokebuddy's core mission is to offer smokers the freedom to smoke what they want, when they want, without causing inconvenience or concern to others.
The brand's flagship product, the Smokebuddy personal air filter, is designed to be a handy, reliable, and life-saving device. Its operation is simple: users exhale their smoke through the Smokebuddy, and an advanced HEPA filter and activated carbon core, often combined with ceramic bead technology, work to eliminate smoke, odors, and pollutants, releasing odorless air out the other end.
Key characteristics of the Smokebuddy brand and its products include:
- Discretion and Odor Elimination: The primary benefit is the significant reduction of smoke and odor, allowing for more private smoking sessions.
- Convenience and Portability: Smokebuddy filters are compact, lightweight, and designed for on-the-go use. They often come with travel caps for discreet storage and a keychain.
- Ease of Use: There are no batteries, apps, or complicated assembly required. Users simply exhale through the device.
- Environmentally Conscious: Smokebuddy emphasizes being an environmentally friendly product and has introduced versions made from post-consumer recycled plastic (PCR) and even an all-paper, sustainable option.
- Variety and Longevity: The filters are available in different sizes (Junior, Original, and Mega) to suit various needs and usage frequencies, with lifespans ranging from approximately 150 to 300+ uses or more depending on the model. They also come in a wide array of colors and designs.
- Community and Charity Support: The Smokebuddy Company actively supports charitable causes and is involved in its local community.
Smokebuddy positions itself as a practical solution for smokers who wish to be considerate of their surroundings, whether at home, in shared living spaces, vehicles, or when traveling.The brand appeals to those seeking to "keep their smoke to themselves" and maintain fresh air for friends, family, and neighbors.