How Do I Choose Which Vape Kit Is Best For Me?

The top e-cigarette for you hinges on three main considerations: nicotine level, vaping method, and the ratio of propylene glycol to vegetable glycerin in the e-juice.

How Can Choosing The Right Vape

The strength of nicotine in your e-liquid is significant, especially if you’re making the choice from smoking to vaping. The amount you get from a traditional cigarette is higher than vaping due to that smoke reacts with your body compared to the aerosol vapour from an e-cigarette. Additionally, the level manifest on the bottle is how much nicotine you get per 1ml of vape juice.

For a basic overview, here’s what we suggest:

• If you’re a heavy smoker, we must say to start on a high nicotine level, around 18-20mg.We stock that is the highest strength.

• Pack-a-day smokers should opt for a mid-level 12mg nicotine strength.

• For those of you who are light smokers, smoking only a few a day try out the 6mg strength.

So when you start out on 3mg and see how you feel. If that’s too much you can always get some e-liquid in a 0mg strength as well to dilute it down, if you’re only wanting just a little nicotine in the mix.

Once you’ve become comfortable with vaping and found a nicotine strength that suits you, you can slowly taper down the nicotine level over time. If you eventually want to eliminate nicotine completely but still enjoy the act of vaping, you can continue using your preferred e-liquids by switching to a 0mg nicotine option.

Now, let’s discuss propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerin (VG). While these terms might sound like lab chemicals, they’re actually everyday ingredients found in many household and food products, such as flavorings, baked goods, soaps, and even toothpaste.

PG is the component in e-liquid that carries the flavor. It has a thin consistency, making it easier to vaporize, which is why high-PG liquids are great for beginner vapers. Additionally, PG provides a stronger throat hit, closely mimicking the sensation of smoking.

VG, on the other hand, is thicker and sweeter. It’s responsible for producing the dense vapor clouds that many vapers enjoy.

So, how do these two work together? If you prefer higher nicotine levels, a balanced 50:50 PG/VG ratio is ideal, and a standard vape pen or pod mod would suit you best. This is because higher nicotine combined with a more powerful device can sometimes deliver too much nicotine at once.

For those who prefer lower nicotine levels, there are more flexibility and options—especially if the throat hit isn’t a priority. High-VG e-liquids (like 70VG/30PG or 80VG/20PG) are popular for producing massive clouds and a smooth inhale. These blends also pair well with sub-ohm vaping, which enhances both flavor and vapor production.

How Do I Actually Use My Vape?

For the perfect starter setup, be sure to explore our ultimate beginner’s vaping guide!

One final (but crucial) factor in choosing your device is your preferred vaping style—and yes, it may take some practice (and a few coughs) to get comfortable, as vaping isn’t exactly like smoking.

There are two primary inhalation methods:

1. MTL (Mouth-to-Lung):

   • Mimics traditional smoking—draw vapor into your mouth first, then inhale into your lungs.

   • Best for coils with 1 ohm resistance or higher, offering a tighter, cigarette-like draw.

2. DTL (Direct-to-Lung):

   • Preferred by experienced vapers for deep, full-lung inhales.

   • Delivers bolder flavor on exhale, bypassing the mouth-holding step.

   • Typically used with sub-ohm vapes for maximum vapor production.

Vape Kit Options at a Glance

• Disposables: No-fuss, pre-filled, and disposable—ideal for beginners.

• Pod Kits: Compact and versatile, with refillable or pre-filled pods (great for higher nicotine).

• Vape Pens: Slim, refillable, and longer-lasting—perfect for intermediate users.

• Box Mods: Advanced, customizable, and powerful—best for cloud chasers.

Your ideal kit depends on:
✔ Nicotine preference
✔ Vaping style (MTL or DTL)
✔ PG/VG ratio needs

Ready to find your match? Browse our wide selection of vape kits and snag a great deal today!