Traditionally, there are two classifications: forms and types (a collection of materials for manufacturing). In this article we will talk about the second category.

Clay bowl
This is a classic option, which was used several centuries ago. Production has since been greatly simplified, new technologies for its preparation have appeared. It has become stronger, there are more opportunities for design.
The material has a porous structure. This feature allows you to maximally evenly heat the tobacco, keep the temperature inside, give more flavor.

In addition, in such accessories it is easier to control the heat, they cool faster, if suddenly there is overheating.

Ceramic bowl
It is a glazed clay, more like a dish we are accustomed to. The glaze hides the porosity, so some properties are lost. But there are more options for color designs.

Ceramic bowls have good resilience and heat conductivity. The taste is rich, warming occurs quickly and evenly, although it is necessary to arranged the tobacco loose enough.

Silicone bowl
Silicone – an innovative material that provides products with a beautiful appearance, resistance properties, excellent heat transfer.

Silicone bowls for hookahs were introduced by German connoisseurs of smoking in 2013. Since then, the novelty has proven itself for everyday home use in hookah.

A special design provides for the presence of holes on the elevation, so that in this sufficiently deep bowl the air between the leaves of tobacco easily circulates – this gives a pleasant effect to smoking.

Based on the characteristics of each type, you can decide what is in your priority: the maximum transfer of tobacco taste in the clay, the aesthetic component of ceramics or the practicality of silicone.

Of course, it is best to purchase several variants to enjoy all the benefits.