The Best Vapes For All Vapers and Why They’re the Best
The best vapes of 2023 are spread across different brands and comprise both high-end devices and disposable vapes. But each vaping category has criteria for judging what is good and bad about a device, like e-juice vapes having mouth-to-lung or direct-lung capacity or whether a vaporizer has preset or precision-controlled temperatures.
The models listed here touch all the different categories, primarily for e-juice, dry herbs, and concentrates. Price is another factor people need to look out for, but lucky for them, this new crop of devices has a good mix of the best vapes to buy, the best vapes for all kinds of vaping, and the best vapes for beginners.
Vaping Daily TeamUpdated: May 15, 2023
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Vaporesso XROS 3
10/10
Internal 1000mAh battery
The new style of pod (RDL 0.6ohm)
Adjustable airflow
The Vaporesso XROS 3 is more than a step above a regular disposable or pod system, but it’s still more affordable than similar vapes. I...
The Vaporesso XROS 3 is more than a step above a regular disposable or pod system, but it’s still more affordable than similar vapes. It handles with the style and sophistication expected from Vaporesso devices and has a load of features packed into a tiny pod mod. The XROS 3 has a large internal 1000mAh battery that you can operate with a single firing/power button on the front of the hardened but lightweight aluminum shell. The XROS features a large-capacity battery and houses the famous AXON chipset, giving users more control than any other pod device.
Pros:
The sophisticated design and functionality are another Vaporesso signature that it never fails to deliver
So many different features in one little pod device (AXON chipset, adjustable airflow, one-small touch button)
The new COREX cotton wicks for all the XROS pods deliver flavor and cloud production
Three vape modes installed on every AXON chipset give the unit more flexibility than any other pod out there
Cons:
Charging time takes more than an hour, even with the Type-C charging port
The original SMOK Nord was an innovation, as it paired a box mod’s oversized battery with the pod device’s style and design. The SMOK Nord 5 beats the original in many areas, including the improved battery capacity that can hold 2000mAh over 1000mAh. The Nord 5 pods are also unique since they come preinstalled with the RPM 5 meshed coil, which provides a great vaping experience for anyone who loves DL vaping and using freebase nicotine e-juices.
Pros:
The 0.69 OLED and two control buttons give you complete control over the wattage and power output
The slider button on the front of the device makes it easy to remove and install pods
The side-fill port on the pod is easy to access and takes any kind of e-juice bottle nozzle
The large e-juice capacity is much bigger than other similar pod devices
Cons:
Some leaking issues after refilling, but not while vaping
The Uwell Popreel P1 is a loud and colorful pod that makes some good vapor, too, especially for MTL vapers. The Popreel has a unique design and looks more like an electric candy cane than a vaping device. The unit features a half-transparent, half-opaque pod device to see your juice levels on one side while the other remains hidden. The pods pop into the 400mAh battery with a magnetic connection and use draw-activation to create vapor, leaving the pastel-colored body clean and buttonless. The Popreel 1 pod is compatible with nicotine salt and freebase nicotine since it uses a 1.2ohm Popreel coil made from organic cotton.
Pros:
The bright, pastel color options make this vape stand out right from the beginning
The pods are secure and click into place with a strong magnetic connection
The durable, plastic shell exterior gives it style, stability, and portability
The device has excellent vapor production thanks to the mesh coil inside
Cons:
It’s a small device, so it has a small battery that does not last long
The OXVA Xlim C builds on the success of the original Xlim pod device with its small, lightweight frame but increases the power output and battery life. The new Xlim C has an internal 900mAh battery and uses a single-power/firing button to power the device. Depending on your vaping preference, you can choose from three different coils included in the kit (0.6ohm, 0.8ohm, or 1.2ohms), so there is a lot of versatility for such a small pod device.
Pros:
The small, lightweight frame makes it the right choice for on-the-go vaping
Three coil options mean you can choose your favorite style
The single-power button is an excellent addition to control the power output
The pods connect safely and securely and never feel loose
The Elf Bar 5000 is a one-of-a-kind, giant disposable vape that can last for 5000 puffs, according to Elf Bar. The thing better last for 5000 puffs since it costs much more than typical, pen-style disposables, but this super-sized disposable vape is worth every puff. You can choose from over 40 flavors (there is even a flavorless option), and each pod comes in a distinct color pattern that screams neon sunsets. The best part of the Elf Bar 5000 is that you can recharge it at least once to get the full 5000 puffs.
Pros:
The boxy, compact size makes it feel like you are holding a juice box
The draw-activation gives you great vapor production
The rechargeable battery charges faster than other rechargeable disposable devices
The number of e-juice flavors is a lot more than other disposables
The Bang XXL has that name because it is more extensive and longer-lasting than most other disposables because of its massive 800mAh battery (which has the battery capacity of two Popreel 1s). The Bang XXL is also supposed to last for 2000 puffs on a single charge since the battery is non-rechargeable. You can enjoy those 2000 puffs in various flavors, from fruit-based like Banana Ice and Mango Guava to Pina Colada and Orange Soda.
Pros:
A long-lasting pod and battery means you can use the device for a few days with moderate vaping
The internal coil can put out big, beefy clouds, which is impressive for a disposable
The flavor profiles are well-done, and they all have unique flavor notes
The weight and size are more extensive than other disposables, but it is still easy to take anywhere
The Air Factory NTN 3000 Puffs Disposable Vape Pen is your go-to vaporizer when you’re on the hunt for industry-sized satisfaction in a portable premium vaping device form. Each vape pen offers about 3000 puffs, courtesy of 7 ml of NTN (Non-Tobacco 50mg synthetic Nicotine) e-liquid, mesh coil and a 400 mAh integrated, rechargeable battery cell. With an ultra-satisfying nicotine concentration at 5%, and a transparent liquid reservoir to keep users informed, this disposable you can recharge? That’s correct! Boasting ergonomics that assure comfort while vaping, all things considered this is an excellent choice for the price conscious consumer who wants to enjoy an entire day’s worth of premium vaping from one device.
The Freemax Starlux has a futuristic exterior design but is a trustworthy vape with two operating modes, thanks to the central firing/power button. The internal 1400mAh battery lets this vape output up to 40W of power, but users can choose their preferred wattage output from the three pre-installed voltage levels. The Starlux features a refillable 4ml pod and uses two mesh-style coils, a 0.5ohm and 0.35ohm coil, perfect for MTL and DL vaping.
Pros:
The small, portable design makes it an excellent choice for on-the-go vaping
The pods have a leakproof design that works
The many different safety features and protections installed on the chipset
The Geekvape B60 is what Geekvape fans and pod mod lovers have been waiting for; Geekvape design perfection reduced into a handheld, portable pod vape. The B60 contains all those elements of Geekvape mods that people love, like the durable, waterproof exterior made with TP67-rated material. The other essential Geekvape signature is the internal chipset that gives the B60 all its features, like the 5-60W range, the many installed safety features, and the ergonomic shape.
Pros:
The high-quality design and build
The great wattage range for all kinds of vapor quality
The big, bright TFT screen makes the device a pleasure to use
The high-capacity pod holds a lot more juice than other pod mods
Cons:
The coils don’t produce the flavor that they should
The Geekvape Aegis Touch is a step up from a pod mod and embraces its classic box mod heritage with its outstanding design and performance. The Aegis Touch uses a 2.4-inch TFT touch-screen to control features like wattage or temperature mode. The vape pairs with the Zeus 2 sub-ohm tank, and the kit includes two Geekvape Z coils rated at 0.15ohms and 0.4ohms. The tank can hold up to 5ml of e-juice and has a gold-plated 510 pin for easy connection to all mods.
Pros:
The solid build quality and construction materials
The fast firing and response time of the internal chipset
The easy-fill method for the sub-ohm tank
The great flavor and cloud size from the two Geekvape Z coils
Cons:
Even though you get a lot, the device is expensive
The Vandy Vape Pulse AIO is a hard-working mod with a dual-18650 configuration, while the other version – the Pulse AIO 0.5 – can also take 20700 and 21700 batteries, as well as 18650s. The Pulse AIO has an internal juice reservoir, but it is not a squonk, where you push the bottle to feed e-juice into the coil. The e-juice is drawn directly from the internal, recessed tank, so it does not appear outside. The AIO is topped with an RBA, so you can mount your coil build or use the pre-made coil with the liquid tank.
Pros:
Insane exterior, billet box design takes the aesthetic to the next level
The operating interface is easy to use and easy to access
The small screen is the right size to show critical information visibly
The versatility of the different battery styles gives you many other options
The Crystal 2 is a daring and bold concentrates pen with its hard metallic exterior and high-quality materials. Crystal 2 uses an all-quartz glass crystal atomizer (hence the name Crystal) to vape solid, and liquid concentrates. The battery has a 1200mAh capacity, giving you four different power levels to find your best vape. You control the device via a single operating button on the front and the four LEDs that indicate battery status and current power level.
Pros:
The four different power modes give you a good variety
The accessible operating mode (one-button) makes it a joy to use
The vapor quality of each power output is on point
The durable exterior reassures you of its superior build quality
The Linx Ares captures your imagination with its brilliant, medical-grade stainless steel finish showing its quality and endurance. The Ares uses an internal 750mA h battery to power the ceramic tip at the end to touch with your extract. The metallic cap craftily hides the components to protect the end-piece while giving it the stylish cover of a high-end fountain pen. The battery has one-button controls, which you can use to select from any of the two pre-loaded temperatures on the battery.
Pros:
The all-metallic finish is protective and gives it a unique, sophisticated look
The fast heat-up time of the ceramic tip means you don’t have to wait long
There is only one button to control the device and choose the temperature
The glass mouthpiece means your lips stay cool
Cons:
Even though the components are high-quality, it still feels heavy to carry
The PAX 3 is a worthy next step in the evolution of the PAX brand and shows how an exceptional vaporizer can be made even better. The PAX 3 expands on the brand’s dedication to maximizing the use of dry herbs. You can include a half-pack lid for the stainless steel chamber, so you use only a little at a time, vaping more efficiently. The device also comes with a concentrates pad that completes the PAX’s innovation, combining dry herb and concentrates capacity in the same device.
Pros:
The ease-of-use for this advanced device makes it convenient and a joy to use
The internal build quality comes out in the quality of the vapor, which is smooth and flavorful
The simple user interface is easy to learn
The durable aluminum anodized exterior makes it durable and lightweight
The Linx Eden Switch seduces with its elegance and simplicity but also has advanced features like the unique dosing method that departs from traditional dry herb vaporizers. The Eden Switch uses dosing capsules you can pre-fill with your preferred dry herb. Insert the capsule into the chamber and activate the internal battery with the single operating button on the vape’s cylindrical exterior. The Eden Switch uses four different temperature settings denoted by the four LEDs down the front of the device.
Pros:
The drop-in capsule design eliminates all the work and mess of loading traditional dry herb chambers
The flavor quality from the combination of the capsules and convection heating is like nothing that’s ever been done before
The four temperature settings give you a good variety of experiences
The simple, one-button controls make it a joy to use
A “vape” can refer to any battery-powered device that heats a material like e-juice, or concentrates to create an aerosol you inhale. That is the basic premise of every vaping device. Vaping devices are an alternative to burning and inhaling cigarettes or marijuana joints. Instead of using a flame to burn and smoke these materials, a vape uses the controlled energy of a battery to heat similar materials like nicotine e-juice or marijuana flower to create the same effect, but without burning.
What Are the Different Types of Vapes?
Pod Mods
Pod mods, or pod devices, pod vapes, are smaller than usual vaping devices that use pre-filled or refillable pods to vape nicotine e-juice or CBD oil. The pods are inserted into an accompanying battery that powers the heating element inside the pod. Pod mods usually do not have buttons but use air activation, so you only have to inhale from the integrated mouthpiece on the pod to create vapor.
Box Mod
Box mods are so-called because their battery packs give them a square, boxy look. Box mods take up a lot of space because they sometimes use two full-size 18650 batteries, making them the favorite device of long-time hobbyist vapers who want to maximize their vaping experience. The battery section is often designed with a 510 connection on the top so you can attach any atomizer, from MTL to sub-ohm tanks that can hold up to 5 or 8ml of e-juice.
Disposable
A disposable vape is a device you will only use once and throw away when the battery or liquid is gone. Disposables are an excellent introduction to vaping because they are cheap, easy to use, and portable. Disposables are made for e-juice and cannabis concentrates and usually have a pre-filled tank and battery integrated into the same unit. Disposables use draw-activation, so you have to use no buttons or controls to vape.
THC/CBD Vapes
THC or CBD vapes can be any device that supports any form of THC or CBD, whether as concentrate like wax or oil. THC and CBD are two ingredients found in marijuana and hemp, respectively, but even though they originate from plants, there are many different ways to consume them. Pure THC or CBD can be extracted from the plant and processed into an oil, spray, or other ingestible product, but vape pens are often pre-filled or refillable and use 510 cartridges.
Dry Herb Vape
Vaporizers are devices for the dried flower format of cannabis that uses internal heating chambers to create vapor from the herb instead of burning and smoking it. Vaporizers can use either convection, conduction, or a hybrid of both to heat the material to precision or preset temperatures. They have simple, one-button controls, but some use OLED or other types of display to give you complete temperature control.
How To Choose a Vape
Choosing a vape depends on many factors, like your budget, preferences, and what you are vaping. There are so many different features and models that users only get an education once they start using a vape, regardless of what it’s for. But there are certain things you can look for to determine what’s the best vape for you.
Exterior Design and Build
People choose something because of the way it looks all the time, and vapes are no different. Some companies make loud, colorful, outrageous designs, while others choose simple, muted color schemes. But the build material also plays a role since the type of material (plastic, aluminum, zinc alloy) determines if it is portable, lightweight, durable, or sturdy.
Vapor Production
The amount of vapor a vape produces is something users look for, and it matters for many reasons. Users choose a vape based on the kind of vapor it makes, which is why some devices come with adjustable settings, so users have even more control over the vapor production. E-juice devices determine vapor production with their coil resistance and power output, but flower and concentrate pens use temperature or power regulation.
Battery Type and Life
The type of battery a device uses is important to vapers since it is an important usability factor. If a battery uses external, removable batteries, users can remove them and recharge them in an external charger. They can then insert new, fully-charged batteries to use their device all the time. If a device uses internal batteries that are non-removable, you must charge it within the device, but when the battery dies, it will also die.
Price
The amount of money you pay is a huge deciding factor, and people do not want to spend much on an unreliable device. They also don’t want to pay much for a device that lasts only a few days or weeks. You can find an affordable option that meets your needs and is affordable if you do the research and looks carefully at what you want and how much you are willing to pay.
How to Use Vapes
Every device has its operating instructions, which is the first thing you should consult when you get a new vape. Read the instructions carefully to understand how to turn the device off and on, change the power settings if your device has them, and what technical specifications your device has.
Since all vapes use internal or external batteries, you should always use fresh batteries or fully charge the internal battery before use. If you have an e-juice vape, you should fill your tank if you have a refillable tank. If your vape uses a prefilled pod, you can install one after you charge the battery.
After the battery is charged and the e-juice tank or herb chamber is complete, you can turn on the device and choose the right settings. Your device could also be draw-activated and not even have a power button, which means you only have to inhale from the mouthpiece to produce vapor.
What Kind of E-liquid Should I Use?
The kind of e-liquid you use depends on your preferences and what kind of nicotine level you are comfortable with. You should also decide between the type of nicotine – nicotine salts or freebase nicotine – as they each provide different flavors and experiences. If you are a beginner and a former smoker, you can start with a high nicotine level and then reduce your consumption accordingly, as many nicotine strengths are available.
Vapers can also choose an e-juice with no nicotine, which is a popular option since users can enjoy the flavors they want while eliminating their nicotine cravings. The amount of flavors for e-juice is never-ending, and new ones are created every day so you can find a taste of e-juice for whatever flavor you are craving.
Vaping Tips for Beginners
Many vapers start as beginners and learn as they go along. If you are beginning to vape or even thinking about it, everyone should know a few tips when they start vaping.
One of the first things to know is that you should pick an easy-to-use vape with no extra buttons or controls.
Suppose you are using a starter kit instead of a disposable vaping device. In that case, you should remember to treat it like any battery-powered device, like not overcharging the battery and keeping it out of direct sunlight and water.
You should also keep the device clean by taking apart the e-juice tank or atomizer and cleaning the parts with a mixture of soap and water, and isopropyl alcohol.
Vaporizers also need a lot of cleaning and maintenance since they use a material that makes a lot of mess, marijuana. Users need to clean out the material chamber, remove any built-up residue and keep the air path or mouthpiece clean so it does not get clogged and keeps producing vapor.
Pros and Cons of Vapes
Pros
Vapes are portable and lightweight. You can take them anywhere with you
Vapes are easy to use and come with simple controls or are draw-activated
Vapes are a safer alternative to other types of consumption like smoking
Vapes are also much cheaper than traditional types of smoking
Cons
The actual health effects are still unknown, even though vapers are considered safer than smoking
FAQ
Is vaping safe?
Like many other things, vaping is safer than smoking but not 100% safe. Vaping has risks you should know, especially for your lungs and respiratory system. But it is much safer compared to smoking cigarettes or marijuana.
Is vaping cheaper than smoking?
Yes, vaping is much cheaper than smoking since cigarettes must be constantly replaced, but e-juice and vapes can last a long time without being replaced. You need to replace specific components like coils and e-juice, but those are cheaper to buy than having to buy packs of cigarettes daily.
How much are the best vapes?
The cost of the best vape can also depend on the material being vaped. E-juice vaporizers can often run anywhere from $50 to $200, depending on the device. The same goes for dry herb vaporizers, but they usually cost a little more because they have more expensive components. Vaporizers can run anywhere from $150 to $400 for the more advanced models.
What’s the healthiest vape?
The healthiest vape is one that helps you stop vaping altogether. If you find a device that does not use nicotine or any flavors, you can slowly wean yourself off the vape, so you are not constantly vaping or inhaling nicotine.
What are the best vapes to quit smoking?
Vaping devices are not meant to help people quit smoking. They are not approved for that use and have no guarantees that they work to help people quit cigarettes. But suppose someone wants to use an e-cigarette to stop smoking. In that case, they can begin with the most straightforward and accessible device: draw-activated pod mods or disposables that have no controls or batteries and do not need to be refilled.
Which disposable vape is best?
The Elf Bar BC5000 is the best disposable vape based on performance, vapor production, and price. The BC5000 lasts so long because of its massive battery and rechargeable capacity.
Is Juul or vape better?
A Juul is a vape with the same qualities as other vapes, meaning it has a prefilled pod and uses draw-activation, so it does not have a battery. You can use a Juul like any prefilled pod device; the only difference is which one you prefer more.
Which vapes are FDA approved?
FDA-approved vapes include the NJOY, Vuse, and Blu e-cigarettes, which are a variety of disposable and rechargeable. These e-cigarettes are products of big tobacco companies and were able to win FDA approval to enter the market. FDA approval means the device is safer than others and is safer than smoking cigarettes.
Conclusion
The best vapes of 2023 are a mix of easy-to-use, portable devices and high-tech, advanced devices with multiple battery designs. The devices listed here represent what vapes can do now, from Bluetooth-connected apps to unique, disposable devices that can be recharged. It would help if you always looked at certain things to determine the best vape for you, like price, design and build material, and vapor production. These should determine how much you are willing to spend and what kind of vape would make you happy.
Published: April 8, 2018Updated: May 15, 2023
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July 13, 2018 at 12:39 pmsmoke like a cigar in 3 sec puffs if you are coughing a lot
Brandon Kaufman
March 22, 2018 at 5:42 pmI want to start camping for nicotine and thc “dabs” as I have a green card. Cigarettes are killing me and I think camping is less harmful to my lungs. Could someone experienced in these areas please give me some advice. I am willing to spend 200.00 or so on a good vape. Any help will be greatly appreciated