Never used one of them but personally I have found that the torch or jet type lighters have a tendency to burn dry crumbly bud very quickly. I've seen some that even have enough force to blow it out of the bowl if it's not packed tight enough. That being said, they work pretty well on fresher buds, and great if you need to light a cigarette in the wind. They are butane so they wont leave any extra flavors like a regular Zippo. If you decide to get it let us know how well it works!