Buying criteria
1 Budget: The amount you want to invest largely determines the type of shisha you can get. From affordable references to luxury ones, there are options for every budget.
2 Use: The frequency and context of use also influence your choice. Everyday use, travel or special occasions require different features.
3 Features: Advanced features may include high-value materials, innovative purge systems, or unique styles.
Value-priced shisha
For those looking for an affordable but functional shisha, it's crucial to pay attention to quality. A cheap product can disappoint.
Shisha Celeste: The must-have icon
Our best value for money is undoubtedly our iconic bestseller, the Celeste shisha. Launched in 2006 by El-Badia, it has been continually revisited and updated. It has become the benchmark in the world of hookahs, first establishing itself in the shisha bars of France before conquering the homes of novices and enthusiasts alike. The Celeste is priced at €59 and includes a firebox compatible with Kaloud-type heating systems, a flexible silicone tube and a handle to match its colour.
The Celeste shisha is more than ever a fetish chicha, suitable for travel, in the living room, with friends, outdoors, or in your favourite lounge. It's also a gift for hookah lovers. With its timeless style and advanced features, it remains a must-have choice for 2024.
EL-BADIA XS compact shisha
The EL-BADIA XS shisha is ideal for small budgets. Compact and easy to carry, it performs well for its price. It's ideal for beginners or for those looking for a spare shisha.
Cost: €29.00.
EL-BADIA C5
The EL-BADIA C5 isa medium-sized, well-equipped shisha, ideal for those who want good value for money without spending too much. It's robust and provides a pleasant smoking session.
Cost: €79.00.
Other affordable shishas
El-Badia also offers shishas from well-known brands such as Mashisha, Oduman, Tsar and Aladin, guaranteeing good quality at unbeatable prices. These brands are known on the market for their reliability and performance, even at lower prices.
Transportable shishas
For travellers or those who like to take their shisha everywhere, El-Badia has a wide range of portable shishas.
El-Badia P1
The El-Badia P1 is a genuine patented portable shisha with an integrated hose reel, double hearth and protective lid. It's designed to be easy to transport while still providing a highly satisfying smoking session.
Cost: €39.00.
Oduman
Oduman shishas, like the Micro V2, N2 Travel, N7 Smoke Tank and many others, are all designed to be easy to transport. They are robust and provide a pleasant smoking experience, even when you're on the move. Prices generally range from €70 to €150, depending on the model.
Tsar Go Fast
Tsar Go Fast shishas are compact and efficient, perfect for travelling. They are lightweight and easy to transport without compromising smoking quality.
Cost: €99.00.
MS acrylic shishas
MS acrylic models, such as MS BB, MS Micro Cube and MS Mignon, are lightweight and robust. Their acrylic design makes them shock-resistant, making them ideal for travelling. The average price is €50 to €100, depending on the type.
Top-of-the-range portable shishas
For those looking for a more upmarket product, the Amotion Roam and VYRO ONE V2 chichas have transport and ground support options. Kaloud Krysalis Calix and FUMO Mini Jar and Mini Tank shishas are also available in hard cases for optimum protection. Prices range from €150 to €300.
Mid-range shishas (€100 to €150)
For a budget of €100 to €150, El-Badia offers robust, well-equipped products.
EL-BADIA Z1 and Z6 shishas
Made from stainless steel, these shishas are robust and suitable for intensive use. They are built to last and promise an exceptional smoking experience.
MIG X EL-BADIA shisha
The MIG X EL-BADIA shisha is a collaboration with the famous German brand MIG. It's a unique collector's item that combines elegant design and efficiency.
Cost: €229.
Aladin MVP 360 shisha
The Aladin MVP 360 chicha is well-equipped and functional, ideal for demanding amateurs. It promises a smooth and enjoyable smoking session.
Cost: €89.
Tsar Alexander or Tsar H-One shishas
Tsar Alexander or Tsar H-One shishas are elegant, high-performance products. They are designed for a good smoking experience at a reasonable price.
Cost: Alexander at €149.
Moze Breeze Two shishas
The Moze Breeze Two hookah, with its attractive colours, is both aesthetically pleasing and functional. It's ideal for those who want a shisha that stands out both visually and in terms of performance.
Cost: €149.
Top-of-the-range shishas (€200 to €300)
For shisha aficionados who want to buy a top-quality product, El-Badia offers some exceptional options.
Wookah shishas
Made from exotic noble woods, Wookah shishas come with accessories such as leather hoses and matching wooden handles. They are elegant and make for a luxurious smoking adventure.
Wookah shishas are available in a range of models, each with a unique combination of materials and design.
1 Wookah Nox: Made from noble wood, it is reinforced with stainless steel on the inside. The high-quality crystal vase adds a touch of elegance. Available with a CLICK quick-fit system. Price: €394.
2 Wookah Alabaster: This luxurious reference combines exotic wood and alabaster, creating a unique and sophisticated aesthetic. Adequat for those looking for a chicha that stands out.Cost: €369.
3 Wookah Mini: Compact and easy to carry, it's ideal for travelling. It retains all the quality features of the larger models in a smaller format.Cost: €250.
4 Wookah Chameleon : Unique in its style and finish, it is ideal for collectors and lovers of top-of-the-range chichas.Cost: €1,800.00.
Wookah shishas also come with accessories such as leather hoses, wooden handles and crystal vases, allowing you to personalise each chicha to your own preferences.
Steamulation shishas
For those with a penchant for technicalities, the German brand Steamulation is the ideal choice. Steamulation, a German-Swiss brand, is renowned for its high-quality shishas with innovative features. The name Steamulation is a combination of the words 'steam' and 'stimulation', conveying the idea of pleasure and flavour. Steamulation represents a new generation of hookahs, incorporating exclusive materials, modern design and cutting-edge technology.
Steamulation stands out for its use of high-quality materials, such as V2A stainless steel and Bohemian glass. Each shisha is equipped with a unique 360° rotating column system, for easy handling and an optimal smoking experience. What's more, each model has a unique serial number, guaranteeing its authenticity and quality.
Steamulation boasts several iconic references, each offering advanced features and an elegant design:
- Steamulation Ultimate and Ultimate One (generation 2): Represents the pinnacle of Steamulation technology, incorporating adjustable diffusers and innovative purge systems.Cost: from €399.
- Steamulation Ultimate Mini (generation 2): A compact version of the Steamulation Ultimate, ideal for those looking for a high-quality shisha in a smaller format.Cost: around €219.
- Steamulation Xpansion Mini: Appreciated for its modularity and elegant design, it offers an exceptional smoking experience in a compact format.Cost: around €199.
- Steamulation Pro X III: The Steamulation Pro X III is equipped with multiple purging options and an innovative cooling system, offering maximum customisation and an unrivalled smoking experience.Cost: approximately €389.
Luxury shisha.
For those on a tighter budget looking for luxury shishas, El-Badia offers exclusive models.
Anima Design and Anima Lotus shisha
The Anima Design and Anima Lotus chichas are elegant and sophisticated models. They are designed to offer an exceptional smoking experience as well as being collector's items.
Cost: around €1300 to €1700.
Kaloud shisha
Kaloud shishas are renowned for their innovative design and exceptional performance. They are perfect for those looking for a luxury shisha with advanced features.
Cost: around €499 to €3,690 for the model mounted on a marble plate.
Maklaud shisha
The Maklaud shisha combines art and functionality. These chichas are unique collector's items, offering a luxurious smoking experience.
Cost: around €500 to €600.
Hooky Steel shisha
The Hooky Steel shisha is a modern, high-performance model. It's designed to deliver a smooth, enjoyable smoking experience.
Cost: around €300.
Hooky X Orlinsky shisha
The must-have luxury shisha, the Hooky X Orlinsky combines design and performance. It's perfect for those looking for a unique luxury shisha.
Richard Orlinski is a French contemporary artist renowned for his colourful, dynamic sculptures inspired by pop culture. In 2023, he collaborated with chicha brand Hooky to create Hooky Steel x Orlinski, a limited edition electronic shisha. This collaboration, limited to 100 numbered pieces signed by the artist, fuses art and technology, enhancing the aesthetic of chichas with Orlinski's iconic facets and red colour. Presented in the Orlinski art gallery in Paris, this initiative aims to democratize the world of shisha by making it more accessible and respectable, while offering a unique and precious collector's item.
- Cost: €1,500.00, and several thousand euros for the numbered models signed by the artist Richard Orlinski.
El-Badia the widest choice of shisha
At El-Badia, we're proud to offer a wide range of shishas to suit all needs and budgets. Whether you're looking for an affordable, portable, premium or luxury shisha, we've got the model for you. Rely on our 30 years of expertise to find the perfect hookah in 2024.
