You will find that a vape pen provides a great introduction to vaping and can also suit more experienced vapers. If you are looking for your first device or are thinking of treating yourself to an upgrade, it is worth exploring the diverse vape pens that are now available.
A vape pen is typically a cylindrical device, hence its name. It features a battery and a tank or pod of the same diameter. Vape pens vary in both size and complexity. There was a time when your choices would have been confined to simple kits with fixed outputs that supported only mouth to lung (MTL) vaping. But these days you can dabble in sub ohm vaping and explore a variety of operating modes courtesy of more advanced vape pens.
It is worth noting that many small devices that are not cylindrical such as disposables are now also referred to as vape pens. Indeed, any small and slender device could be called a vape pen.
The latest models from the best vape pen brands give you impressive options. Take a look at SMOK, Innokin, Aspire and Vaporesso vape pens plus more and you should find something that piques your interest.
What features do vape pens have?
Here’s what you can expect when you invest in a vape pen:
· Most vape pens have a single built-in battery, but you will find models that are powered by removeable batteries.
· Vape pens tend to boast refillable vape tanks or pods. Some are compatible with more than one tank.
· Most vape pens are operated via a single button. However, the more complex examples may have additional controls and even a screen that displays your settings.
· A vape pen can be a simple e cig with a fixed output but could enable you to choose between different outputs or even between various operating modes.
· Many vape pens are designed for MTL vaping but some support direct to lung (DTL) vaping. For more information about vaping styles, read our beginner’s guide.
How do you choose the right vape pen?
The best vape pen for you will largely depend on which style of vaping you enjoy, the level of convenience you prefer and the complexity you feel you can cope with.
Most vape pens are ideal for MTL vaping but the more advanced options support DTL vaping. If you are merely looking to enjoy tasty flavour and to get your nicotine fix, a simple MTL device will suffice. But if you are keen to go cloud chasing and to tailor your experience, you will need a more advanced and powerful vape pen featuring variable wattage mode and perhaps further operating modes. Some vape pens are compatible with two or more coils and so enable you to customise your draws.
If convenience is key, look at pod kits that are compatible with prefilled pods or pods boasting built-in coils. With the latter, you won’t need to concern yourself with changing coils.
You may wish to weight up the pros and cons of built-in and removeable batteries. Our battery guide should help you to make the right decision.
You should also consider your budget. There is little point paying for functionality that you don’t need or are unlikely to use. Vape pen prices start from just £7, so you will find a device that you can comfortably afford.
In summary
The term vape pen is now used to describe a wide variety of devices including some pod kits. Advancements in technology and the diversity of the available hardware ensure that there is a vape pen to suit every vaper. From compact, simple and inexpensive models to more costly and complex devices supporting DTL draws, vape pens give you an impressive breadth of choice.
You will find that the Vapekit range features amazing options including the best vape pens from the most popular brands. Wherever you are on your vaping journey, you will find the perfect vape pen for your needs.
