Years of experience and experimentation have taught me that bigger is not always better. As the volume inside a bong / increases the smoke begins to taste stale. This little gem doesn't allow that to happen, it tastes cool and fresh. Low volume also makes it easier to clear the smoke at the end of a hit. Most descriptions of recyclers talk about more filtration, cooler smoke, etc. I disagree. Anyone that has ever had a taste of nasty bong water knows the real reason for a recycler. It keeps the water out of your mouth. Since this is a low volume rig the recycler bit is that much more important. It doesn't hurt that is is also attractive. This is a sweet little rig, in my opinion near perfect. I'd recommend this to anyone!