Choosing the right vape pen
August 16, 2016Whether you want to start vaping and aren't sure where to begin, or already use e-cigarettes and want to check your other options, our handy guide to vape pens is just what you need.
What is a vape pen?
Vape pens are a popular form of e-cigarette in the UK, used by smokers, ex-smokers, and people who simply enjoy vaping. They are slim, light and easy to carry, making them a popular choice for e-cigarette users. Most vape pens are made up of a small, rechargeable battery unit, a heating element, and a tank - known as an atomiser or clearomizer - into which you put e-liquid.
We are spoiled for choice when it comes to vape pens in the UK, so it's very easy to get a good quality e-cigarette, but there are some subtle differences that it's good to know about when choosing your vape pen.
If you want: a beginner vape pen
When you’re just starting out on your vaping journey, you maybe won’t want to spend too much money in case you are worried you won’t take to it.
Thankfully there are some brilliant e-cigarette starter kits out there which will set you up nicely, and provide you with the vape pen you need to begin. Look for something which is going to be easy to set up and use, and which gives you good flavour from your e-liquids.
If you want: thick clouds
Some people like nothing more than big, sweet smelling clouds of vapour, and there are plenty of vape pens out there to satisfy.
Look for a specific Sub-Ohm model, which will help you get great flavour and big vapour clouds without doing any damage to your atomiser or heating element. Sub-Ohm e-cigarette starter kits should come with everything you need, as well as Sub-Ohm e-liquid to get you started.
You can also buy accessories for your Sub-Ohm vape pens to customise them, but it’s a good idea to find out if you like the sensation with a starter kit first!
If you want: heavy usage
If, like millions of other people, you go from smoking to not smoking and rely on e-cigarettes to help with cravings, you will want something high-performance that offers plenty of customisation options. You need a box mod.
Box mods are the next generation in e-cigarettes, giving you control over everything from temperature to wattage and voltage, plus extended battery life, bigger tanks and better vapour.
Whatever vape pen you buy, we recommend that you also purchase a pouch or case to protect it in, and make sure you maintain your e-cigarette to keep it working at its best.
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Easy-to-use pod vape kit with Smart Mode, adjustable airflow, and built-in 1000mAh battery. Ideal for MTL & RDTL vaping.
£8.99

Elf Bar Elf Bar ElfX Mini Pod Vape Kit
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£8.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Simple, compact pod kit with Smart Mode and adjustable airflow for MTL, RDL and DTL vaping styles.
£12.99

Aspire Aspire Pixo Aura Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£12.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Advanced 30W pod vape kit with PC Connectivity, Evolv Replay Mode, DNA chip, 1300mAh battery and smart temperature control.
£39.99

Oxva Oxva Xlim Pro 2 DNA Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£39.99
Simple-to-use Elf Bar 600 Prefilled Pod Kit. Rechargeable battery, easy-swap pods, and no buttons - just inhale to vape.
£5.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
A user-friendly pod vape kit with a 1600mAh battery, up to 35W power, three user modes, and airflow control for...
£25.99

Geekvape Geekvape Digi Q Vista Pod Vape Kit
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£25.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Simple and reliable pod kit with 1100mAh battery, adjustable airflow and leak-resistant GPP pods for MTL or RDL vaping.
£9.99

Uwell Uwell Caliburn G4 Mini Pod Vape Kit
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£9.99
Simple and compact pod kit with inhale activation, smart output and refillable 2ml mesh coil pod – great for everyday...
£12.99

Geekvape Geekvape Wenax M2 Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£12.99
MTL (Mouth-to-Lung): Mimics traditional smoking.
Highly Customisable MTL & RDL pod kit with 1500mAh battery, adjustable power, 0.88" display six themes & airflow.
£24.99

Vaporesso Vaporesso Xros 5 Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£24.99
MTL (Mouth-to-Lung): Mimics traditional smoking.
Easy-to-use MTL & RDL pod kit with 1500mAh battery, adjustable airflow and auto-draw activation.
£17.99

Vaporesso Vaporesso Xros 5 Mini Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£17.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Simple to use yet powerful and versatile pod vape kit with Smart Mode, airflow control and long-lasting 1350mAh battery for...
£15.99

VooPoo VooPoo Argus G3 Mini Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£15.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Easy-to-use 30W pod kit with smart touchscreen, fast charging, and puff tracking for MTL and RDL vaping.
£28.99

Oxva Oxva Xlim SQ Pro 2 Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£28.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
A flexible pod kit with smart output, fast charging, and refillable pods for both MTL and RDL vaping – great...
£23.99

Geekvape Geekvape Soul 2 Pod Vape Kit
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£23.99
Compact, refillable pod vape kit with 1100mAh battery, up to 40W output, Smart Detection and adjustable airflow for MTL and...
£22.99

Eleaf Eleaf iVeni Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£22.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow. DTL (Direct-to-Lung): Vapour is inhaled directly into the lungs for larger clouds of vapour.
Compact and powerful vape mod with 75W output, 3000mAh battery and Smart Mode. Designed for sub-ohm tanks and direct-to-lung vaping.
£34.99
MTL (Mouth-to-Lung): Mimics traditional smoking by drawing vapour into the mouth before inhaling into the lungs.
Easy-to-use MTL pod kit with airflow slider, OLED screen, 1300mAh battery and top-fill mesh coil pods.
£25.99

Uwell Uwell Caliburn G4 Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£25.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
The world's first pod device with a large HD touchscreen, the Vozol Ace Max Pod Vape Kit offers an outstanding...
£24.99

Vozol Vozol Ace Max Pod Vape Kit
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£24.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
A compact and reliable MTL pod kit with 1300mAh Built-in Battery, 0.75” Display Screen, airflow control, and real-time usage stats....
£11.99

Vozol Vozol Ace Go Pod Vape Kit
£11.99
The SKE Bar Prefilled Pod Kit provides a super-satisfying and convenient way to vape, combining a compact reusable device with...
£5.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
The Voopoo Argus G3 is a powerful yet pocket-sized pod kit featuring a 1500mAh battery, 30W output, smart controls, and...
£28.99

VooPoo VooPoo Argus G3 Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£28.99
Compact MTL pod kit with dual power modes, 1400mAh battery and E Plus pod compatibility for nic salts and 50/50...
£11.99

Lost Vape Lost Vape Thelema Elite S Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£11.99
Refillable pod kit with Smart Pod coil tech, 1100mAh battery and Eco/Power modes for MTL or RDTL vaping with nic...
£23.99

Vaporesso Vaporesso Vibe Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£23.99
Pocket-sized pod vape kit with dual power modes, built-in 1100mAh battery and Smart Pod system for MTL or RDTL vaping.
£9.99

Vaporesso Vaporesso Vibe SE Pod Vape Kit
£9.99
Smok Novo Eco Pod Kit with adjustable airflow, dual power modes, and a removable 1000mAh battery for MTL and RDL...
£8.99

SMOK SMOK Novo Eco Pod Vape Kit
£8.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Compact 80W sub-ohm kit with Zenith M Tank, smart controls, and Z-Coil compatibility for DTL and RDL vaping. Single 18650...
£43.99

Innokin Innokin Coolfire Z80 Nex Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£43.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow. DTL (Direct-to-Lung): Vapour is inhaled directly into the lungs for larger clouds of vapour.
Compact 80W vape mod with adjustable power, clear screen, and slide-lock switch for use with sub-ohm and RDL tanks. Single...
£32.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
The Voopoo Vinci Spark 220 Kit pairs high-powered performance with an immersive 1.47” TFT screen, GENE.TT 2.0 chipset, and Animated...
£59.99

VooPoo VooPoo Vinci Spark 220 Vape Kit
£59.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
A stylish, versatile, ergonomic and easy-to-use 30W pod vaoe kit with 1300mAh battery, vibrant 2.51” touch screen, and leak-resistant Q...
£29.99

Geekvape Geekvape Wenax Q Ultra Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£29.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Powerful yet versatile and user-friendly 100W sub-ohm vape kit with GENE.AI 2.0 chipset, Uforce-X Nano Tank for DTL and RDL...
£48.99

VooPoo VooPoo Vinci Spark 100 Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£48.99
The Voopoo Vinci Spark 220 Mod combines a 1.47” TFT screen, GENE.TT 2.0 chipset, and customisable LED lighting with dual-18650...
£49.99

VooPoo VooPoo Vinci Spark 220 Box Mod
£49.99
Exclusive BUNDLE deal – Get the Avomi Cliq Prefilled Pod Kit plus two replacement prefilled pods + refill packs in...
£14.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Stylish and powerful 100W box mod with advanced GENE.AI 2.0 chipset, starlight LED animations, and versatile vaping modes.
£38.99

VooPoo VooPoo Vinci Spark 100 Box Mod
£38.99
Exclusive BUNDLE OFFER: Get the Avomi Fliq 4-in-1 Prefilled Pod Kit plus two replacement pods. Choose from over 30 flavours.
£12.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Compact, stylish MTL & RDL pod kit with a 1500mAh battery, 40W output, and refillable 2ml mesh coil pods.
£27.99

Oxva Oxva Nexlim Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£27.99
Lost Mary BM600 Prefilled Pod Kit Includes 2ml prefilled pod with 20mg nic salt e-liquid, for up to 600 puffs.
£4.99
SKE Crystal Pro 600 Prefilled MTL Pod Kit. Rechargeable 400mAh battery. Replaceable refilled pods. Up to 600 puffs per pod....
£5.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Elfbar Elfx Pro Classic Edition Pod Kit – Compact, versatile 1200mAh device with dual vaping modes, dual mesh coil technology,...
£24.99

Elf Bar Elfbar Elfx Pro Classic Edition Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£24.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Compact and versatile pod vape kit with 1200mAh battery, 32W output, and 0.96” TFT colour screen.
£11.99

HorizonTech HorizonTech Talons TW Pod Vape Kit
£11.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Durable and high-performance DTL/RDL pod vape kit with 2400mAh battery, 80W output, and tri-proof IP68 protection.
£34.99

Innokin Innokin Coolfire PZPPulse Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£34.99
Powerful 100W sub-ohm vape kit with Quest 2.0 chip, 21700/18650 battery compatibility, and UB Max coil versatility.
£46.99

Lost Vape Lost Vape Centaurus N100 Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£46.99
Grab the Crystal CL6000 Pod Kit plus two replacement pods and refill containers in your choice of TEN flavours.
£20.00
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Vaporesso Armour G Vape Kit – 80W Output, Built-in 3000mAh Battery, 2ml Pod, 0.96” TFT Display
£31.99

Vaporesso Vaporesso Armour G Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£31.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Advanced sub-ohm kit with 200W max output, dual 18650 batteries, UB Max tank, and QUEST 2.0 chipset.
£56.99

Lost Vape Lost Vape Centaurus N200 Vape Kit
£56.99
Combining advanced power, intuitive controls, and customisable features, the Smok X-Priv Plus Vape Kit offers a premium sub-ohm experience. With...
£44.99

SMOK Smok X-Priv Plus Vape Kit
£44.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Vaporesso Armour GS Vape Kit – 80W Output, 18650 Battery Compatibility, 2ml Pod, 0.96” TFT Display
was £38.99 Now £29.99

Vaporesso Vaporesso Armour GS Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£29.99
RDL (Restricted-Direct-to-Lung): A balanced vaping style slightly restricted airflow.
Compact MTL Pod Kit – 1000mAh battery, 30W output, USB-C fast charging, and mesh coil technology
£13.99

Aspire Aspire Gotek Nano Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£13.99
Aspire Veynom Air Pod Kit - Built-in 2800mAh Battery, 5-80W Output, Variable Wattage and Smart Modes, Compatible with Aspire BP...
£39.99

Aspire Aspire Veynom Air Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£39.99
A vibrant blend of sweet Pineapple with an icy finish. Prefilled pod device with 2ml pod + 10ml refill for...
£9.99
A light and refreshing Watermelon flavour with an icy finish. Prefilled pod device with 2ml pod + 10ml refill for...
£9.99
User-friendly MTL pod kit with 1200mAh battery, 0.85” TFT screen, automatic power adjustment, simple airflow control, and compatible with Innokin...
£15.99

Innokin Innokin Endura V Pro Pod Vape Kit
FREE E-Liquid Flavour
£15.99
A 100W sub-ohm powerhouse in a compact, ergonomic and highly-durable vape kit, crowned with the Z Nano 2 2ml Tank
was £49.99 Now £37.99

Geekvape Geekvape Aegis Mini 2 Vape Kit
£37.99