Description
WeedStar Steamboat Stemless Bong — A Straight Tube Done Right
The WeedStar Steamboat Straight Tube Stemless Bong in black is one of those pieces that earns its place on any smoker’s shelf through pure, no-fuss performance. Priced at £49.95, it occupies a genuinely useful sweet spot: substantial enough in build and function to satisfy experienced users, yet approachable enough for beginners stepping up to their first serious water pipe. WeedStar have long been respected for producing glass that punches above its price point, and the Steamboat is a confident example of that reputation in action.
Design and Construction
The Steamboat follows the classic straight tube silhouette — a tall, upright cylinder that has remained popular in the bong world for good reason. The stemless configuration means there is no separate, removable downstem protruding into the chamber. Instead, the downstem is fixed and integrated, dropping smoke directly into the base where filtration occurs. This approach reduces the number of components that can break, become misplaced, or accumulate stubborn residue, making the whole piece simpler to maintain and more robust in everyday use.
The body and neck are fashioned from opaque black glass, giving the Steamboat a clean, monochrome aesthetic that sets it apart from the sea of clear borosilicate tubes on the market. A bold red WS logo on the neck tube adds a signature WeedStar touch — understated but immediately recognisable to anyone familiar with the brand. Standing at approximately 32cm tall, the bong is substantial enough to hold a good volume of water for effective filtration without being awkward to handle or difficult to store.
If you prefer a bong with a strikingly different visual character, the Red Eye Tek – Green Paint Drip Beaker Bong offers a bold painted finish and beaker base as an alternative style.
The Inline Diffuser — Smooth Hits as Standard
The headline feature of the Steamboat is its fixed inline diffuser, positioned at the base of the integrated downstem. The diffuser incorporates 15 individual slits, each one splitting the incoming smoke stream into smaller bubbles as the smoke passes through the water. The underlying principle is straightforward and highly effective: smaller, more numerous bubbles create a greater surface area of smoke in contact with the water, which translates directly into more cooling and more filtration with every draw.
The 15-slit count strikes a thoughtful balance. It provides genuine, meaningful diffusion that produces noticeably smoother and cooler hits compared to a plain, open downstem — but it does not create so much drag that draws feel laboured or require excessive lung effort. Whether you are packing a light bowl for a casual solo session or loading something more substantial, the inline diffuser handles both ends of the spectrum comfortably.
For those interested in exploring a different approach to stemless diffusion, the Stemless Button Diffuser Cross Perc Bong EDIT Collection is worth a look for a contrasting percolation style at a similar level of the market.
Joint Compatibility and Included Accessories
The Steamboat’s fixed downstem terminates in an 18.8mm male joint — one of the most widely used joint sizes in the bong world, which is excellent news for long-term accessory compatibility. WeedStar include a matching 18.8mm female-jointed bowl straight out of the box, meaning the bong is ready to use immediately upon arrival with no additional purchases required.
The 18.8mm standard (sometimes referred to as SG18 or simply 18mm) is supported by a huge range of aftermarket bowls, ash catchers, adapters, and concentrate accessories. If you ever decide to expand or upgrade your setup, compatibility is rarely an obstacle. For users interested in cooling their hits further, accessories such as the Cooling Glycerin Attachment 19mm Green Grav Labs can complement glass setups that accept standard joint sizes.
Who Is the WeedStar Steamboat For?
This stemless straight tube bong suits a broad range of users. Beginners will appreciate the uncomplicated design, the durability that comes from having fewer removable parts, and the fact that everything needed to get started is included in the box. Intermediate and experienced users will value the inline diffuser’s performance credentials, the reliable 18.8mm joint ecosystem, and the clean, opaque black glass finish that looks genuinely premium without demanding a premium price.
It also functions well as a dependable secondary piece for those who already own more complex, multi-percolator rigs — sometimes the best session is one with a bong that is simple, robust, and easy to clean. The Steamboat fits that role without compromise.
For those looking at a complete gift-ready package, the D.E.A BUBBLED ICE BONG GIFT SET is an excellent option to consider alongside the Steamboat.
Specifications at a Glance
– Height: Approximately 32cm
– Glass: Opaque black
– Joint: 18.8mm male downstem, female bowl included
– Diffuser: Fixed inline with 15 slits
– Brand: WeedStar
– SKU: ESV00253
– Price: £49.95
What Is in the Box
Each WeedStar Steamboat Straight Tube Stemless Bong ships with:
– WeedStar Steamboat straight tube stemless bong in opaque black glass
– 18.8mm female-jointed bowl to fit the integrated male downstem
No additional accessories are required to begin your first session. Steel screens, spare bowls, and further compatible accessories are available separately in store should you wish to expand your setup over time.
The WeedStar Steamboat — Our Verdict
The WeedStar Steamboat is a well-considered, dependable stemless straight tube bong that delivers real filtration performance through its 15-slit inline diffuser, presented in a durable and distinctive opaque black glass body. At £49.95, it represents genuine value for a piece built with this level of attention to practical detail. If you are after a straight tube bong that performs reliably, looks sharp, and is straightforward to own and maintain, the Steamboat earns a confident recommendation.
