AK-47 vs Girl Scout Cookies: Which Cannabis Strain Is Better?
A detailed side-by-side comparison of AK-47 (Hybrid) and Girl Scout Cookies (Hybrid) covering potency, effects, flavors, medical uses, and growing characteristics.
THC: 17-23% | CBD: 0.1-0.3%
Relaxed, Happy, Euphoric
Easy to grow
THC: 22-28% | CBD: 0.1-0.2%
Euphoric, Happy, Relaxed
Hard to grow
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Attribute | AK-47 | Girl Scout Cookies |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Hybrid | Hybrid |
| THC Range | 17-23% | 22-28% |
| CBD Range | 0.1-0.3% | 0.1-0.2% |
| Effects | Relaxed, Happy, Euphoric, Uplifted, Creative | Euphoric, Happy, Relaxed, Creative, Hungry |
| Flavors | Earthy, Floral, Sweet, Skunky | Sweet, Earthy, Mint, Chocolate |
| Terpenes | Myrcene, Pinene, Caryophyllene | Caryophyllene, Limonene, Humulene |
| Medical Uses | Stress, Anxiety, Pain, Depression, Insomnia | Stress, Pain, Depression, Nausea, Appetite Loss |
| Grow Difficulty | Easy | Hard |
| Flowering Time | 7-9 weeks | 9-10 weeks |
| Indoor Yield | 350-500g/m² | 280-350g/m² |
| Outdoor Yield | 450-600g/plant | 350-450g/plant |
| Height | Medium (3-5 ft) | Medium (3-5 ft) |
| Genetics | Colombian x Mexican x Thai x Afghani | OG Kush x Durban Poison |
| Breeder | Serious Seeds | Cookie Family (Bay Area, San Francisco) |
Effects Comparison
Shared Effects
Unique to AK-47
Unique to Girl Scout Cookies
Growing Comparison
AK-47
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Flowering
- 7-9 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 350-500g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 450-600g/plant
- Height
- Medium (3-5 ft)
Girl Scout Cookies
- Difficulty
- Hard
- Flowering
- 9-10 weeks
- Indoor Yield
- 280-350g/m²
- Outdoor Yield
- 350-450g/plant
- Height
- Medium (3-5 ft)
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Which Should You Choose?
If you are looking for higher potency, Girl Scout Cookies edges ahead with THC levels up to 28% compared to AK-47's 23%. Beginner growers should lean toward AK-47, which is easy to cultivate, versus the hard difficulty of Girl Scout Cookies. Both strains can help with stress, pain, depression, so either is a solid choice if those are your primary concerns. Ultimately, the best strain depends on your personal preferences, tolerance, and intended use.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is AK-47 or Girl Scout Cookies stronger?▾
AK-47 has a THC range of 17-23%, while Girl Scout Cookies ranges from 22-28% THC. Girl Scout Cookies is generally the more potent strain.
Which is easier to grow, AK-47 or Girl Scout Cookies?▾
AK-47 is rated easy to grow, while Girl Scout Cookies is rated hard. AK-47 is the easier option for cultivators. AK-47 flowers in 7-9 weeks and Girl Scout Cookies in 9-10 weeks.
What are the main differences between AK-47 and Girl Scout Cookies?▾
AK-47 is a hybrid strain while Girl Scout Cookies is a hybrid. AK-47 is known for relaxed, happy, euphoric effects with earthy and floral flavors. Girl Scout Cookies offers euphoric, happy, relaxed effects with sweet and earthy flavors.
Can AK-47 and Girl Scout Cookies be used for the same medical conditions?▾
Both strains share some medical applications. AK-47 is used for stress, anxiety, pain, depression, insomnia, while Girl Scout Cookies is used for stress, pain, depression, nausea, appetite loss. Always consult a healthcare professional before using cannabis for medical purposes.
Which yields more, AK-47 or Girl Scout Cookies?▾
Indoors, AK-47 yields approximately 350-500g/m² while Girl Scout Cookies yields 280-350g/m². Outdoors, AK-47 produces around 450-600g/plant and Girl Scout Cookies around 350-450g/plant. Actual yields depend on growing conditions, training techniques, and grower experience.