ProVap Rapid 18 vs InstantVap
Australian beekeepers now have several cordless oxalic acid vaporisers to choose from. This page compares the ProVap Rapid 18 with the InstantVap Lite, Compact and Turbo using published specifications, current Australian pricing and practical features such as treatment speed, battery compatibility, controls, warranty and support. The aim is not to declare a single “best” unit, but to help beekeepers understand which model may best suit their hive numbers, budget and preferred way of working.
ProVap Rapid 18
A$699 incl. GST
Approx. 8 sec / 2 g
18 V • 250 W
LED digital temperature display
Adjustable temperature control
Recommended 200–230°C
Adjustable up to 240°C
Selected battery fittings
2-year warranty
Battery not included
Published performance: approximately 8 seconds for a 2 g dose.
InstantVap Compact
Approx. A$790–873 incl. GST
Approx. 20–25 sec / 2 g
18–20 V • 250 W
LED operating feedback
Dynamic temperature control
Multiple battery fittings
2-year warranty
Battery not included
Published performance: 20–25 seconds for a 2 g dose.
InstantVap Turbo
Approx. A$930–950 incl. GST
Approx. 10 sec / 2 g
18–20 V • 400 W
LED digital display
Adjustable temperature control
230–260°C
Display also shows battery voltage and cycle information
Multiple battery fittings
2-year warranty
Battery not included
Published performance: approximately 10 seconds for a 2 g dose.
InstantVap Lite
Approx. A$550–596 incl. GST
Approx. 50–60 sec / 2 g
18–20 V • 145 W
LED operating feedback
Dynamic temperature control
Multiple battery fittings
2-year warranty
Battery not included
Published performance: 50–60 seconds for a 2 g dose.
Prices are approximate regular Australian advertised prices including GST, checked October 2026. Retailer prices and temporary promotions may vary. Treatment times and technical specifications are manufacturer-published figures and are not results from controlled side-by-side testing.