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What is the best vape pen in 2023? Check out our selections in 4 categories below.

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• Freemax Twister 2 80W Kit
• Uwell Whirl S2
• Vaporesso Moti X Mini
• GeekVape Wenax M1 Pod Kit
• Elf Bar Disposable Pod Vape Pen
• SMOK Novo 2X Pod Kit

What is a vape pen?

Vape pens or vape sticks are vapes which come in a cylindrical form.

They come in a wide range of sizes from small devices which fit within your palm to large pen vapes that will take up your full grip. Most vape pens have an integrated battery in the main mod device with either a tank or a pod containing a coil. Stealthier than vape kits and mods, a good vape pen is a great all-around vaping device and a great place to start your vaping journey.

Check out what thousands of vapers and the vaping.com experts say is the best vape right now

Before we give you our list of the best vape pens we need to cover some of the common questions we get asked.

How much is a vape pen?

As you might expect with such a wide range of sizes, prices of vape pen range from £5-£30

Cheaper vape pens have refillable cartridges that need replacing after prolonged usage.

Bigger and more expensive = Better quality of taste and longer periods between charging.

You can save time by buying closed vape pods however they cost more to keep re-purchasing.

Save money on your vaping purchases - buy online.

Online vape shops don’t have the overhead of a store so can provide you with more options and better prices.

How do you use a vape pen?

Draw on the device like a cigarette or press the firing key.

So easy to use - you don't need to set the wattage on a vape pen as they adjust themselves depending on your chosen pod/coil.

How to charge a vape pen?

All vape pens get sold with a USB or a type-C USB cable to charge it with, plug it in and connect to a USB port.

Vape pens have protections against overcharging. Never leave a charging vape pen unattended.

How to fill a vape pen?

Depending on the type of vape pen you have, refilling it with vape juice or nicotine salts can be quick and easy. Most modern vape pens have either a silicone stopper or an unscrew mechanism which reveals the fill port.

In the UK, vape pens have a 2ml pod capacity that lasts up to 600 puffs per pod.

Most vape pens tend to be top-filled. We believe these are the best due to their efficiency and lack of mess. Find the small rubber stopper covering the fill slots or locate the slide mechanism for pod-style pens.

If you have a pod system, you have to remove the pod from the device before refilling. Consult the instructions that came with the device to find where the fill slots are on your device.

What makes the best vape pen?

Let's look at the factors that will help you find the best vape pen that’s perfect for you. We’ve broken it down into the following categories;

Battery Life.

An important consideration when picking your vape pen is the battery capacity. Super small vape pens have smaller batteries but also tend to have above-ohm coils, meaning they require less power.

Most disposable vapes are chargeless however, some vape pen/disposable vape hybrids are hitting the market with their rechargeable battery and replaceable, prefilled pods.

Bigger devices contain larger batteries but provide more power, especially sub-ohm compatible vapes as they operate on a higher wattage setting.

Juice Capacity.

Vape pens available in the UK will have a 2ml pod capacity.

Pens that use Nicotine Salts deliver larger concentrations of nicotine. This can offset the smaller tank capacity.

Cost.

If you love vaping as much as we do then cost will be a massive consideration. If this is your main concern, most vape pens include meshed coils that provide more even heating than traditional coils lasting longer as a result.

Disposable vapes cost more than vape pens in the long run, as it's more expensive to keep buying new vapes than it is to buy the necessary parts for your vape pen such as coils and liquid. Check out more information on why vape pens are cheaper than disposables by reading our handy guides here on Vaping.com.

Don't forget to look at how much replacement vape parts are going to be.

Pod Vapes.

Even vape veterans are coming around to the pod vape revolution.

Tiny pod vapes like the SMOK Nord and Infinix are super small but contain long-lasting coils.

Nic salts mean the smaller vape juice capacity isn’t as convenient as you might expect.

If you want a super easy-to-use device a pod system is what you should go for.

Vape Coils.

Vape coils for pens are less complicated than coils for kits and vape mods.

The size and shapes of vape pens vary a lot. Less cross-coil compatibility makes life easier but also limits your options. When purchasing a vape coil find out how much the replacement coils cost and which devices it's compatible with.

The first sign that your vape coils need replacing is that the vape juice starts to lose its flavour. If your vape tastes burnt then it’s time to switch out your old coils for new ones.

Freemax Twister 2 80W Kit

We're going to kick things off with a cracking sub-ohm kit by Freemax. The Twister 2 80W Kit is reminiscent of old-school vapes with a modern twist. Easy-to-use for intermediate vapers looking to get into the sub-ohm vaping world, this kit features Plug 'N Play replaceable coils and a sliding top-fill tank. 

Airflow is adjusted by twisting the pod. Fully open airflow gives a huge production of vapour matched with a deep, DTL-style vape along with options to vape MTL and RDTL. An airflow that can be finely tuned such as this will always be a huge pro in anyone's books.

This kit is designed specifically for intermediate vapers as it requires users to understand the best power output for their chosen coils. Twist the bottom of the device to adjust your wattage accordingly, much like classic vapes that we were used to seeing back in the day. Familiar to millions! 

If you've been vaping for a while you probably have your go-to drip tip at the ready. This pod comes with a replaceable 810 drip tip that you can customise if you wish. The device itself has a 510 connection to the tank and is compatible with any 510 tank of the same size. Have fun customising this kit and become a pro vaper in no time!

With its minimalistic design, we think this kit looks fantastic. It's lightweight and discreet making it pocket-friendly and extra portable. A really well-rounded vape pen that covers all bases!

Pros

• Adjustable airflow
• Adjustable power output
• Sliding top fill
• Type-C charging
• Fires up to 80W

Uwell Whirl S2

If you're reading this because you're looking at transitioning into vaping, it's time to start paying attention as we've got just the starter kit for you. Uwell's Whirl S2 is a vape pen that gives users the option of a 510 drip tip or a filter-style mouthpiece catered for those who are looking for that familiar feel when they take a draw.

As we look past the drip tip you'll notice a large e-liquid viewing window capable of holding up to 2ml of your favourite e-liquid. Pop out the pod to find a bottom fill port with a strong silicone stopper to ensure no leaks can penetrate this kit. The red mechanism is your adjustable airflow switch, so you can experience a customised MTL draw paired perfectly with the 0.8ohm and 1.2ohm meshed coils provided.

With a 900mAh built-in rechargeable battery, you'll be vaping on this all day without any interruptions. Go on, give it a Whirl!

Pros

• Adjustable MTL airflow
• Comes with two filter-style mouthpieces and a regular 510 drip tip
• Discreet body and cloud production

Vaporesso Moti X Mini

Vaping giants Moti have teamed up with their clever friends at Vaporesso to design a stunning little vape pen. Inside is a huge 1500mAh battery with Type-C charging on the bottom, combined with a 0.35ohm meshed coil that provides a glorious RDTL vape.

In discreet fashion, the X Mini has a transparent circuit board design that looks very flashy indeed. It's available in 6 colours that give you a low-key vape where you can enjoy a peaceful draw wherever you go!

A pill-like shape makes it the perfect vape to hold in your hand, the cylindrical form matches the curvature of the inside of your palm feeling natural and firmly gripped. 

Adjust the airflow with ease by twisting the pod left or right, choosing between a looser MTL or RDTL vaping type. Aimed at those who are just getting into vaping and would like a device with a higher quality build and flavour that puts any box mod to the test. A handy little kit that seriously packs a punch!

Pros

• 1500mAh battery
• Adjustable airflow
• Discreet appearance
• Ergonomic curved design

GeekVape Wenax M1 Pod Kit

Looking suspiciously like a disposable vape, don't be fooled! The Wenax M1 by GeekVape is actually an intelligent pod kit that's perfect for those who are taking a step away from disposable vaping and moving into the pod kit realm. 

A soft, rubber drip tip feels comfortable to draw upon with the vape providing an MTL airflow that's not too far away from your classic disposable airflow. The device itself may not be disposable, however the 2ml refillable pod is. Included is a 0.8ohm meshed pod with a built-in coil, refilled using the side filling port. Great for vapers who enjoy their convenient kits, this pod requires little maintenance or coil replacement, simply fill up and when it's run its course you can responsibly dispose of it.

No need to worry about finding your coil's best wattage, the Wenax M1 by GeekVape comes complete with coil detection software that does the hard work for you. A subtle LED light let's you know your battery level, making the device overall very stealthy with a pocket friendly shape. Auto-draw again mimics that of a disposable device for familiar transition into pod kits.

Pros

• Low cost, lightweight and discreet
• Refillable pod
• Coil detection software
• Convenient disposable pod
• Great for those moving on from disposables

Elf Bar Disposable Pod Vape Pen

How could we do a 'best of' for vape pens and not include the Elf Bar Disposable Pod? This little number took the world by storm with its comfortable hold, outrageous flavour and pure convenience. They're the perfect kit to buy if you're just starting to transition into vaping, once it's out the packet it's ready to vape!

They're low cost and prefilled with 2ml of Elf Bar's infamous nicotine salt e-liquid at 20mg nicotine strength, providing up to 600 puffs per bar. The Elf Bar Disposable Pod is non-refillable, non-rechargeable and comes with a closed pod that is leading the way in leak proof vaping.

This is the ultimate convenient kit with everything you need right at your fingertips. So if you're thinking of buying your first vape and aren't sure where to start, the Elf Bar should be the first thing on your mind! Choose from 51 (yes, you read that right) delectable, prefilled flavour pods!

Pros

• Low cost
• Convenient
• No maintenance required
• Slim and comfortable
• 51 flavours and counting

SMOK Novo 2X Pod Kit

There's a lot of things to love about the Novo series pod kits by SMOK, but now there are even more! Fine tune your airflow with the newly added airflow switch, perfecting your RDTL vaping and experience the unbelievable flavour that the Novo 2X has to offer.

Included are the 0.9ohm built-in meshed coils with an integrated coil detection software, adjusting your power output to perfectly match the resistance of your coil. If you're a Novo fan like us, then you'll be glad to know you can use your old Novo/Novo 2 pods with the new Novo 2X! 

Last but by no means least, the new top-fill system is a dream for fans of convenience. Simply snap the drip tip off and fill through the silicone valve. Mess-free and super simple, you don't even have to take the pod out of the battery! Its artistic colour options are dazzling and come in 10 forms.

The best part is you can pick up yours from Vaping.com for just £19.99 and see what all the fuss is about!

Pros

• Compatible with Novo, Novo 2 and Novo 2X refillable pods
• Adjustable airflow
• Top-fill
• 10 stunning designs