Focus V Carta in 2026: What Changed, What to Buy, and What’s Coming Next

The Focus V Carta lineup looks very different in 2026 than it did even a year ago. The Carta 2 has been officially discontinued, the Carta Sport has stepped in as the current production model, and the Carta 3 has missed its original launch window with no firm release date in sight. If you own a Carta 2 and want to know what happens next, if you’re comparing the Carta Sport against what came before it, or if you’re trying to decide whether to buy now or hold out for the Carta 3, this guide covers all of it with honest specs and no filler.

In April 2024, Focus V reached a patent settlement with Puffco that required the Carta 2 to be pulled from production after July 2025. Focus V no longer sells the Carta 2 directly, and while some third-party retailers may still have leftover stock, availability is limited and shrinking.

The good news for current owners: Focus V has committed to honoring all existing Carta 2 warranties. The V Browser App still receives updates, and the device continues to get firmware support. Intelli-Core and Intelli-Core MAX atomizers remain in production and available for purchase, so replacement parts are not going anywhere.

Carta 2 glass tops are also cross-compatible with the Carta Sport and confirmed to work with the upcoming Carta 3. If you already own a Carta 2, your accessory collection carries forward whenever you decide to upgrade. There’s no rush, and no reason to feel like your device has been abandoned.

The Carta Sport launched in early 2025 at $235 USD and has quickly become the default electric dab rig recommendation for anyone shopping the Focus V ecosystem. It’s not a stripped-down budget model. It’s a redesigned take on the Carta platform that trades a few Carta 2 features for meaningful upgrades in areas that matter more to daily use.

The core performance is nearly identical. Both devices use Focus V’s Intelli-Core atomizer with 360-degree ceramic heating, and both connect to the V Browser App for temperature customization, LED control, and firmware updates. The vapor quality, flavor profile, and heating consistency are comparable between the two.

Where the Carta Sport pulls ahead is in practical daily-use improvements. The biggest addition is the Carta Connect, a removable silicone airpath that sits between the glass top and the atomizer. On the Carta 2 (and the Puffco Peak Pro, for that matter), reclaim buildup between the airpath and the body was a common complaint with no clean solution. The Carta Connect pops out, soaks in isopropyl, and goes back in. It’s a simple fix to a long-standing frustration.

Battery life is also a significant step up. The Sport packs a 2700mAh cell compared to the Carta 2’s 2000mAh, giving it roughly 35% more capacity. Focus V rates it at up to 50 sessions per charge, though real-world use at higher temperature settings will bring that number down. USB-C fast charging fills it back up in under two hours, and pass-through charging means you can use it while plugged in.

The Sport also comes with IPX4 water resistance, a textured silicone grip, and a water-resistant nylon carrying case with a shoulder strap. It feels built for actual portability in a way the Carta 2 didn’t fully commit to.

What you lose compared to the Carta 2: the OLED display is gone, replaced by a single-button V interface with five LED-indicated heat presets. There’s no wireless charging and no swappable batteries. If you relied on the Carta 2’s screen for precise on-device temperature readouts, the Sport requires the app for that level of detail. The five onboard presets (ranging from 480°F to 565°F) cover most use cases, but the Carta 2 gave you more granular control without reaching for your phone.

At $235 versus the Carta 2’s former $350+ retail price, the Sport delivers the same atomizer technology and vapor quality at a lower cost, with better battery life and easier maintenance. The trade-off is less on-device control and no wireless charging.

The Sport makes the most sense for a few specific situations. If you use your e-rig daily and cleaning has always been a chore, the Carta Connect airpath makes a noticeable difference in how much time you spend on maintenance. If you travel with your device or use it outside the house regularly, the battery life, carrying case, and water resistance make it more practical than the Carta 2 ever was.

It’s also the natural upgrade path for Carta 2 owners. Your glass tops and atomizers carry over, the app is the same, and the vapor quality is consistent with what you’re used to. The adjustment is learning the single-button interface, which takes a session or two to get comfortable with.

For buyers comparing the Sport against competitors like the Puffco Peak Pro, the value proposition is straightforward: similar vapor quality and atomizer technology at a significantly lower price point, with better battery capacity and a removable airpath the Peak Pro still lacks.

The Carta 3 is the most anticipated device in the Focus V lineup, and also the one with the least confirmed information. Here’s where things stand as of early 2026.

Focus V’s official Carta 3 page states that the release date is “early next year,” referring to 2026. The device was originally announced with a July 2025 target, which it missed. No updated launch date, pricing, or final spec sheet has been published. A waitlist is open on Focus V’s website for early access notifications.

What Focus V has confirmed: Carta glass tops will remain compatible with the Carta 3, and the Intelli-Core atomizer platform will continue. This means existing Carta 2 and Carta Sport owners can expect their accessories to work with the new device.

Several details have circulated through retailer pre-order pages and industry coverage, but none have been officially verified by Focus V.

The most frequently mentioned rumor is a next-generation Intelli-Core 2.0 atomizer with increased surface area and faster heat-up times. A full-color OLED display is also widely expected, which would address the biggest feature gap between the Sport and the Carta 2. Other speculation includes AI-assisted temperature control, a quartz and ceramic hybrid heating element, and enhanced airflow tuned for high-viscosity concentrates.

These features appeared on some retailer listings and in preview articles throughout 2025, but Focus V’s own Carta 3 page explicitly states there is no official leak or spec information available. Treat all of the above as speculation until Focus V confirms it.