Purple Ringer

Purple Ringer has been part of Fort Myers since 1994, and it's the kind of place people have grown up with. Ask around and you'll find folks who have been shopping here for over thirty years, some who remember the original building before it burned down. That kind of loyalty says a lot. The shop has one of the strongest reputations in town, and once you walk in, it's easy to see why people keep coming back. Bigger than it looks from the outside, the store is packed with things to explore.

Locals will tell you it's as much fun to browse as it is to shop. You'll find glass and water pipes in every material you can think of, glass, ceramic, metal, wood, plus tobacco pipes, rolling papers, and smoking accessories of all kinds. There are vapes and disposable vapes, cigars, kratom, and CBD and hemp products too. Beyond the smoking side, the shelves carry incense, candles, posters, clothing, and all sorts of gadgets, statues, skulls, and cool ashtrays. One longtime regular put it well: he stops in just to look and ends up buying every single time.

The staff are a big reason the place feels the way it does. People rave about Robin, who helped one shopper track down a sterling silver 925 necklace, and Kevin gets plenty of love from regulars who look forward to seeing him. The team knows their stock and takes time to walk you through the options, pros and cons and all, even while staying careful about the language they're allowed to use. More than one person has walked out pleased, sometimes with a free lighter thrown in. We'll be honest, opinions aren't unanimous.

A few folks have felt some glass runs pricey, and one person wished for a warmer welcome. Most, though, describe friendly, patient service and fair prices across the board. If you're after a Fort Myers smoke shop with deep roots and plenty to dig through, Purple Ringer is worth the trip.