Choosing your first vape kit can be a daunting experience for new starters, with all the new technology, terms and acronyms floating about – not to mention the amount of variety, it’s easy to get stuck in a prison of choice or worry about whether you’ve made the right one. So we’ve taken the hassle out of it all by compiling a list of the 10 best starter kits for 2023. These kits are designed with new vapers in mind and we’ll give you a run down of what they are and how they work.
#5
UWELL CRAVAT
#6
INNOKIN GO-Z
The Pod Kits
Pod kits are ideal for beginners, their straightforward design is easy to get to grips with; requiring very little setup or knowledge to get you going. In fact they are so convenient that they’ve become the go-to kits for seasoned vapers as well. They are low cost and require only that you fill the pod with your favourite e-liquid to get going. There is a variety ranging from fill-and-go options to ones with slightly more customisation features.
1. UWELL – CALIBURN G2
The Caliburn G2 is a slender and lightweight kit with a 750mAh battery that puts out 18W of power and benefits from Type-C fast charging. The 2ml pods are easily refilled by lifting off the tapered mouthpiece and the pod features plug and play coils. This means that to replace your coil, you simply need to pull out the pod, pull out the coil at the bottom and push in a new one. At the bottom of the pod you’ll find a little red adjustable wheel that will allow you to customise your airflow from loose to tight. A single button on the device will switch it on or off with five clicks and can also be pressed to fire the device; however, if you are not keen on pressing a button all the time, you can just as easily puff on the device to activate the auto draw feature. 50-50 freebase and nic salt e-liquids will compliment this kit perfectly.
2. GEEK VAPE – SONDER U
The Sonder U is an easy to carry on the go kit that is compact and powerful, packing an impressive 1000mAh battery to keep you going all day. It’s compact form factor has no fiddly buttons and is activated by simply inhaling on the device. The 2ml refillable pods feature integrated coils so you don’t have to worry about messy coil changes; to change you just pull out an old pod, pop in a new one, refill and go. The 0.7ohm coil within is designed to deliver a mouth to lung style vape at 20W of power and is best paired with 50-50 or nic salt e-liquids. The clear view design of the pods will allow you to keep track of how much e-liquid you have left, while topping up your juice is straightforward, you just pull out the pod and lift the silicone stopper on the side.
3. INNOKIN – KLYPSE
Well deserving of a place on our list is the Klypse, with no buttons, no settings and easy refill it is a great vape for beginners. The Klypse is constructed from lightweight aluminium and features a magnetic dust cap which can be fixed to the bottom of the device while you vape. The 0.8ohm mesh coil provides suburb flavour and is integrated into the pod, so you don’t have to bother with messy coil changes. You’ll experience a balanced mouth to lung vape that produces a discrete amount of vapour and a satisfying throat hit. The 700mAh battery will see you through the day and features USB Type-C recharging to have you up and running again in no time.
4. VAPORESSO – XROS 3 MINI
This sleek little kit is a compact powerhouse that packs a huge 1000mAh battery for all day vaping. Buttonless auto inhale activation and refillable integrated mesh coil pods make the XROS 3 super easy to use and the perfect setup for beginner vapers. The pods utilise Corex Heating Tech with unique Morph-Mesh which results in exceptional flavour and extended coil life span.They are easily refilled by removing the mouthpiece and squeezing your juice in the top. The SSS leak proof design will handle any leakage worries and there is even a handy light indicator at the bottom of the device to let you know when to recharge.
5. UWELL CRAVAT
One of the notable benefits switching to vapes is that they are discreet. The Cravat pod kit is very discreet. It’s slim, super lightweight and produces a slight amount of vapour while still giving you everything you need to stay off the cigarettes. The Cravat uses a 1.2ohm coil integrated coil pod which you can fill up with your favourite nic salt e-liquid using the silicone stopper on the side of the pod. The 300mAh battery is quickly recharged and delivers 9W of power. You’ll get great flavour and an unobtrusive amount of vapour. Plus there are no buttons, you just fill and go.
The Pen Kits
Pen kits are the traditional vape kit design, popular with new starters who want the feel of a round cigarette like pipe to puff on as opposed to the flatter pod mouth pieces. They typically feature a glass tank instead of a plastic pod and offer options that can be used with 50-50 or nic salt e-liquids as well as high VG juice – depending on the device. Like pod kits, they are very straightforward to use, featuring one button operation and replaceable coils.
6. INNOKIN GO-Z
A fantastic kit for new starters, the Innokin Go-Z vape pen is an all in one device that features a 1500mAh battery as well as adjustable airflow and slide to open top refilling. The 2ml tank comes with a 1.6ohm coil for a tight mouth to lung inhale. The kit is operated utilising a simple single fire button, 3 clicks will lock/unlock the device and all you have to do is press and hold the button to vape. Surrounding the button is a tri-coloured LED battery indicator to let you know when to charge. A reliable and hassle free kit that will have you vaping in no time.
7. ASPIRE POCKEX
The Pockex has been around for a number of years now and it is still a popular favourite among vapers. The design is sturdy and intuitive and it offers both mouth to lung and sub ohm vaping, meaning there are no limits to your choice of e-liquid and vaping style, should you so choose. You refill the glass tank by unscrewing the top lid, the coil also fits into the top cap and you can get these in 1.2ohm tight mouth to lung or 0.6ohm restricted direct to lung options. 5 clicks of the single fire button will switch the device on or off and just press and hold to fire it up. A sturdy kit that has stood the test of time and seen many a new starter on their way.
The Disposables
Disposable kits are a great option for new vapers because they are sold as an all-in-one vape kit. These kits are compact and easy to use but also have intuitive inhale activation technology. Disposable vape kits are great because they offer an array of different flavours that satisfy all taste preferences. These disposable kits won’t take up much space, are ready to use right out of the package and can be disposed of after use. Their compact size makes disposable kits good options for those who are traveling and prefer to produce less vapour whilst they vape. With no moving or refillable parts and no need to purchase e-liquids separately, disposable vape kits are a leak-free and hassle-free way to vape. Disposable kits come pre-filled with nicotine salt e-liquids to give you that nicotine fix but offer a smoother throat hit and exhale vs standard nic salts.
8. GEEK BAR E600
Geek Bar are renowned for their easy to use, slimline and stylish looking disposables that offer a wide range of flavours. The device contains 2ml of 20mg (2%) smooth nic salts that will rapidly satisfy the strongest cravings. The Geek Bar E600 contains a precharged non-rechargeable 400mAh battery that will deliver approximately 600 puffs per bar. An ideal travel companion or handy backup kit that offers your choice of 20 delicious fruit and candy flavours.
9. LOST MARY BM600
This funky, compact disposable makes a great stealth vape and can be entirely concealed in the palm of your hand. A 550mAh battery and 2mls of 20mg premium nicotine salts will deliver a super smooth inhale at about 600 puffs per unit and is sure to keep those cravings at bay. The Lost Mary BM600 is ready to use straight out of the box – just puff on it to activate the auto-inhale function. Take your pick from 24 acclaimed fruit, candy and menthol combinations.
10. ELEMENT KLIK KLAK
The Klik Klak brings a fun and innovative concept to the world of disposable vapes. The device is designed with a magnetic strip along one flat side which can be joined to another Klik Klak. You can enjoy the 10 fruit and menthol flavours on their own or magnetically connect with different Klik Klak flavour for your own custom combination. This will open you up to 55 different flavour combinations – so your imagination really can run wild. The 2ml prefilled and precharged kit delivers about 600 puffs of ultra smooth 20mg nic salts, while if you combine two devices you not only create your own combination, but get double the puffs!
No matter whether you want something super low maintenance and easy to use, or are looking for a vape kit with a few more bells and whistles, we think there’s an option you’ll love on this list. From refillable pods with no buttons to kits with Sub Ohm tanks, regardless of whether you want to start off easy or dive straight into cloud chasing, there are plenty of options to choose from. If you’re still unsure or torn between two, you can always drop us a message or hop onto live chat for a personalised recommendation.
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