What is the main difference between Big Bud and Face Off OG?

Big Bud is a Indica strain (85% Indica / 15% Sativa) with THC levels of 23–26%, while Face Off OG is a Indica strain (70% Indica / 30% Sativa) with THC levels of 19–23%.

Which strain has higher THC — Big Bud or Face Off OG?

Big Bud has higher THC at 23–26%, compared to Face Off OG at 19–23%.

Is Big Bud or Face Off OG easier to grow?

Big Bud has easy growing difficulty with a 7-9-week flowering period, while Face Off OG has moderate difficulty with a 9-week flowering period. Big Bud is a great choice for beginners.

What effects does Big Bud have compared to Face Off OG?

Big Bud produces sleepy, hungry, relaxing, creative, euphoric effects, ideal for evening use. Face Off OG produces sleepy, tingling, relaxing effects, best for evening use.

What terpenes are in Big Bud and Face Off OG?

Big Bud features Pinene, giving it sweet, wood, earth flavors. Face Off OG features Myrcene, with pine, ammonia, earth flavors.

Which medical conditions can Big Bud and Face Off OG help with?

Big Bud may help with add/adhd, chronic pain, depression, fibromyalgia, insomnia, loss of appetite, nausea, ptsd, spinal cord injury, stress, pain. Face Off OG may help with anxiety, pain, stress. Consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.

Strain Encyclopedia

Big Bud

Indica — THC 26%

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

Big Bud

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Medical

Big Bud

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Growing

Big Bud

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Flavor

Big Bud

Strain Profile Comparison

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Big Bud

Face Off OG

Effect Matchup

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Big Bud

Effect

Face Off OG

100%

Sleepy

100%

77%

Relaxing

77%

88%

Hungry

68%

Creative

60%

Euphoric

53%

Happy

46%

Body-buzz

Tingling

88%

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Big Bud — Potency

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CBD0%

Potency LevelStrong

Face Off OG — Potency

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CBD0%

Potency LevelStrong

Afghani x Haze x Northern LightsBig Bud

Indica 85%Sativa 15%

OG Kush PhenotypeFace Off OG

Indica 70%Sativa 30%

Side-by-Side Specs

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Big Bud

Profile Comparison

Shared (2)

SleepyRelaxing

Only Big Bud (5)

HungryCreativeEuphoricHappyBody-buzz

Only Face Off OG (1)

Tingling

Possible Side Effects

Shared

Dry mouthDry eyesDizzy

Growing Guide Comparison

Big Bud

DifficultyEasy

Flowering7-9 weeks

HarvestOctober Yield

Indoor YieldLarge

Outdoor YieldLarge

Indoor HeightMedium

Outdoor HeightMedium

Plant StructureCompact

PhotoperiodPhotoperiod

Growing MethodIndoor, Outdoor

ClimateContinental, 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

Big Bud

Indica 85/15 — THC 23–26%

Big Bud is an indica dominant hybrid (85% indica/15% sativa) strain that was the overall winner of the 1989 High Times Cannabis Cup. This strain was named for its enormously oversized buds and huge yields for growers, as well as its intensely high THC level ranging from 23-26%.

Although the original Big Bud strain was a cross between the insanely popular Afghani X Skunk #1 strains, it has since then been rebred and bred with other strains to create different effects and potencies.

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?

Big Bud and Face Off OG are both excellent strains with distinct characteristics. Big Bud is a Indica with 23–26% 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 Big Bud

Choose Big Bud if you want higher THC potency, easier growing, broader medical applications. Big Bud is an indica dominant hybrid (85% indica/15% sativa) strain that was the overall winner of the 1989 High Times Cannabis Cup.

Choose Face Off OG

Face Off OG is a solid indica with sleepy, tingling, relaxing effects.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Big Bud 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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