What is the main difference between Banana OG and Face Off OG?

Banana OG is a Hybrid strain (60% Indica / 40% Sativa) with THC levels of 23–27%, while Face Off OG is a Indica strain (70% Indica / 30% Sativa) with THC levels of 19–23%.

Which strain has higher THC — Banana OG or Face Off OG?

Banana OG has higher THC at 23–27%, compared to Face Off OG at 19–23%.

Is Banana OG or Face Off OG easier to grow?

Banana OG has moderate growing difficulty with a 8-10-week flowering period, while Face Off OG has moderate difficulty with a 9-week flowering period.

What effects does Banana OG have compared to Face Off OG?

Banana OG produces sleepy, relaxing, tingling, body high, euphoric effects, ideal for evening use. Face Off OG produces sleepy, tingling, relaxing effects, best for evening use.

What terpenes are in Banana OG and Face Off OG?

Banana OG features Limonene, giving it fruit, sweet, tropical flavors. Face Off OG features Myrcene, with pine, ammonia, earth flavors.

Which medical conditions can Banana OG and Face Off OG help with?

Banana OG may help with add/adhd, anxiety, arthritis, chronic pain, inflammation, insomnia, loss of appetite, migraines, muscle spasms, neuropathy, ptsd, stress, pain. Face Off OG may help with anxiety, pain, stress. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.

Strain Encyclopedia

Banana OG

Hybrid — THC 27%

Face Off OG

Indica — THC 23%

Potency, effects, terpenes, flavors, growing difficulty, and medical uses — compared side by side.

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Quick Verdict

Who wins in each category?

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Potency

Banana OG

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Banana OG

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Tie

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Banana OG

Strain Profile Comparison

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Banana OG

Face Off OG

Effect Matchup

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Banana OG

Effect

Face Off OG

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Sleepy

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88%

Relaxing

77%

Tingling

88%

68%

Body High

60%

Euphoric

53%

Happy

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Banana OG — Potency

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Potency LevelVery Strong

Face Off OG — Potency

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OG Kush x BananaBanana OG

Indica 60%Sativa 40%

OG Kush PhenotypeFace Off OG

Indica 70%Sativa 30%

Side-by-Side Specs

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Banana OG

Profile Comparison

Shared (3)

SleepyRelaxingTingling

Only Banana OG (3)

Body HighEuphoricHappy

Possible Side Effects

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Dry mouthDry eyesDizzy

Growing Guide Comparison

Banana OG

DifficultyModerate

Flowering8-10 weeks

HarvestEarly October

Indoor YieldMedium

Outdoor YieldMedium

Indoor HeightShort to Medium

Outdoor HeightMedium

Plant StructureCompact

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ClimateTemperate, Dry

Face Off OG

DifficultyModerate

Flowering9 weeks

HarvestLate September

Indoor YieldMedium

Outdoor YieldMedium

Indoor HeightShort to Medium

Outdoor HeightMedium

Plant StructureCompact

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ClimateTemperate, Dry

About These Strains

Banana OG

Hybrid 60/40 — THC 23–27% — CBD 1–1%

The smell of banana peels and Christmas pine trees is what you get with Banana OG. The taste is also like bananas and some people report a cinnamon taste.

This is an Indica dominant cross 70:30 Indica/Sativa hybrid between Banana X OG Kush.

Face Off OG

Indica 70/30 — THC 19–23% — CBD 1–1%

Face Off OG, also known as "Face Off," "OG Face Off," and "Face Off OG Kush," is a potent indica marijuana strain. The story of Face Off OG begins in the late 1990s in California when Archive Seeds was gifted with the seeds of an exceptional OG Kush phenotype.

This 70/30 indica-dominant hybrid shares its name with the 1997 movie in which Nicolas Cage and John Travolta literally swap faces (“I want to take his face…off!”), and the experience this strain has to offer could arguably be compared to losing your face.

Which One Is Right for You?

Banana OG and Face Off OG are both excellent strains with distinct characteristics. Banana OG is a Hybrid with 23–27% THC, while Face Off OG is a Indica with 19–23% THC. Your choice depends on your preference for effects, growing difficulty, and intended use.

Choose Banana OG

Choose Banana OG if you want higher THC potency, more cerebral/uplifting effects, broader medical applications. The smell of banana peels and Christmas pine trees is what you get with Banana OG.

Choose Face Off OG

Choose Face Off OG if you want deeper body relaxation. Face Off OG, also known as "Face Off," "OG Face Off," and "Face Off OG Kush," is a potent indica marijuana strain.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Banana OG vs Face Off OG

Medical Disclaimer

The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Cannabis affects everyone differently. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using cannabis for any medical condition. Effects, potency, and medical benefits may vary. Do not use cannabis if pregnant, nursing, or under the legal age in your jurisdiction.

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