Powermatic 2 Plus Cigarette Rolling Machine Review | FESSONLINE

The Powermatic 2 Plus is an electric cigarette injector machine designed for smokers who want consistent, hand-packed cigarettes without the mess or effort of manual rolling. It fits standard and king-size tubes, handles loose tobacco evenly, and cuts your rolling time down to seconds per cigarette. Here is what you actually need to know before buying.

What Is the Powermatic 2 Plus and How Does It Work?

The Powermatic 2 Plus is a tabletop electric cigarette-making machine that uses a motor-driven spoon mechanism to inject loose tobacco into empty cigarette tubes. You load your tobacco into the hopper, place a tube on the injector nozzle, and press the foot pedal or button. The machine fills a cigarette in roughly 5 to 8 seconds.

• Fits king-size (84mm) and 100mm cigarette tubes
• Accepts a wide range of cut tobacco blends, from fine to medium
• Adjustable tobacco density dial lets you pack cigarettes looser or tighter to your preference
• Detachable hopper holds enough tobacco for multiple cigarettes in one session
• Foot pedal operation keeps both hands free to handle tubes

How Does the Powermatic 2 Plus Compare to Manual Rollers?

If you are still using a hand roller or rolling by hand, switching to the Powermatic 2 Plus means going from about 2 to 3 minutes per cigarette down to under 10 seconds. Manual rollers produce uneven density and often split tubes. The Powermatic 2 Plus delivers a consistent fill every time with almost no wasted tobacco.

• Manual roller: Takes 2 to 3 minutes, requires practice, common to over-pack or split tubes
• Powermatic 2 Plus: Takes 5 to 8 seconds, no technique needed, consistent density on every fill
• Manual roller: No upfront cost beyond the roller itself
• Powermatic 2 Plus: Higher upfront cost, but saves time and reduces wasted tobacco over months of use
• Manual roller: Portable, fits in a pocket
• Powermatic 2 Plus: Tabletop unit, not meant for travel

Still using a manual roller for your daily supply? The time you spend rolling adds up fast. Rolling just 20 cigarettes per day by hand costs you roughly 40 minutes. The Powermatic 2 Plus gets that same batch done in about 3 minutes.

What Tobacco Works Best in the Powermatic 2 Plus?

The Powermatic 2 Plus works best with medium to coarse-cut pipe and cigarette tobacco that is slightly dry. Tobacco that is too moist clumps in the hopper and jams the spoon mechanism. A brief air-dry of 10 to 15 minutes before loading solves most feeding issues.

• Fine-cut cigarette tobacco: works well, may pack denser than expected
• Medium-cut pipe tobacco: ideal consistency for the spoon mechanism
• Very moist tobacco: causes jams, let it air out before use
• Shag or roll-your-own blends: compatible with most, test a small batch first

How to Use the Powermatic 2 Plus Step by Step

Getting your first perfect cigarette out of the Powermatic 2 Plus takes less than a minute once the machine is set up. Follow these steps in order to avoid common first-use mistakes like overfilling the hopper or misaligning the tube.

1. Place the machine on a flat, stable surface near a power outlet
2. Open the tobacco hopper lid and load your tobacco blend, filling no more than halfway on your first try
3. Set the density dial to the middle position to start
4. Slide an empty cigarette tube firmly onto the injector nozzle until it seats flush
5. Press the foot pedal or activation button and hold until the machine stops
6. Remove the filled cigarette and check the density — adjust the dial up or down for your next fill
7. Repeat, reloading the hopper as needed

What Are the Most Common Problems with the Powermatic 2 Plus?

The most reported issue with the Powermatic 2 Plus is tobacco jamming around the spoon mechanism, which almost always comes down to tobacco that is too moist or cut too fine. A quick clean after every session prevents buildup and keeps the machine running smoothly for years.

• Tobacco jams: Air-dry your tobacco for 10 to 15 minutes before loading
• Uneven fill: Check that the tube is fully seated on the nozzle before pressing the pedal
• Tubes splitting: Lower the density dial by one notch and test again
• Motor slowing down: Clean the spoon channel and gears with a dry brush after every 50 to 100 cigarettes
• Tobacco falling out of filled end: Your blend may be cut too coarse — try a slightly finer grind

How Long Does the Powermatic 2 Plus Last?

With regular cleaning, the Powermatic 2 Plus typically lasts 3 to 5 years of daily home use. According to Powermatic product documentation, the machine is rated for continuous residential use and the motor is designed to handle repeated daily sessions without overheating under normal conditions.

According to user reviews aggregated on tobacco enthusiast forums including TobaccoReviews.com, the most common reason machines fail early is skipping the cleaning routine rather than mechanical defects. Users who clean the spoon and hopper weekly report machines lasting well beyond the 5-year mark.

What Cigarette Tubes Fit the Powermatic 2 Plus?

The Powermatic 2 Plus accepts standard king-size tubes and 100mm tubes from most major brands. The nozzle diameter is designed around the universal tube opening, so you are not locked into one brand of tubes.

• King size (84mm): fits without any adapter
• 100mm: fits directly on the standard nozzle
• Filtered tubes: fully compatible
• Unfiltered tubes: compatible, though less common for injector use
• Menthol tubes: compatible, no mechanical difference

If you are buying tubes to pair with your Powermatic 2 Plus, the FESSONLINE 100mm Cigarette Case 3-Pack is a practical way to store and carry your finished cigarettes without crushing them. The flip-top case holds 18 cigarettes and keeps your rolled supply organized whether you are at home or out.

Is the Powermatic 2 Plus Worth the Price?

The Powermatic 2 Plus costs more upfront than a basic hand roller or manual injector, but it pays back that difference in time saved and tobacco efficiency within a few months for anyone rolling more than 10 cigarettes per day. The machine reduces tobacco waste because each fill is measured and consistent rather than estimated by feel.

According to data published by RYO Magazine, smokers who switch from pre-made cigarettes to roll-your-own save an average of 50 to 75 percent on annual tobacco costs. A machine like the Powermatic 2 Plus accelerates those savings by eliminating wasted tobacco from uneven hand rolls and reducing the effort enough that most users actually stick with the habit of rolling their own long-term.

What Accessories Work Well Alongside the Powermatic 2 Plus?

The Powermatic 2 Plus handles filling, but you still need somewhere to store your cigarettes, a way to carry them, and optionally a backup method for rolling when you are away from home. These accessories cover all three gaps without overcomplicating your setup.

• 100mm Cigarette Case (3-Pack) from FESSONLINE: flip-top design holds 18 cigarettes, protects them from crushing in a bag or pocket
• 110mm Hand Cigarette Roller from FESSONLINE: a compact backup for travel when the Powermatic 2 Plus is not available, rolls a consistent size every time
• Tobacco storage tin or jar: keeps your blend at the right moisture level between sessions
• Soft cleaning brush: essential for keeping the spoon channel clear after each session

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you use pipe tobacco in the Powermatic 2 Plus?

Yes, you can use pipe tobacco in the Powermatic 2 Plus as long as the cut is medium or coarser and the tobacco is not overly moist. Very moist or heavily cased pipe tobaccos tend to clump and jam the spoon mechanism. Letting the tobacco air out for 10 to 15 minutes before loading typically solves the problem. Aromatic pipe blends work well once dried slightly.

What is the difference between the Powermatic 2 and the Powermatic 2 Plus?

The Powermatic 2 Plus adds an adjustable tobacco density dial that the original Powermatic 2 does not have. This dial lets you control how tightly the tobacco is packed into each tube, which matters if you use multiple tobacco blends with different cuts. The Plus version also has a slightly updated motor housing, but the core injection mechanism works the same way as the original.

How many cigarettes per hour can the Powermatic 2 Plus produce?

At roughly 5 to 8 seconds per cigarette including tube loading time, the Powermatic 2 Plus can produce between 450 and 720 cigarettes per hour under ideal conditions. For practical home use, most people roll in batches of 20 to 40 at a time, which takes 3 to 6 minutes per batch. You do not need to rush — the machine handles the speed, you just keep it loaded with tubes and tobacco.

Do I need to clean the Powermatic 2 Plus after every use?

You do not need a full deep clean after every single session, but a quick brush of the spoon channel and nozzle after each use prevents tobacco residue from hardening inside the mechanism. A thorough cleaning every 50 to 100 cigarettes keeps the motor running smoothly and prevents the most common jams. Skipping cleaning is the leading cause of early machine failure based on user-reported experience across tobacco forums.