The most prolific vapor device category known to man is undoubtedly pods. Our Best Pod Vapes 2021 article has recently been updated. We also encourage you to weigh in by voting on any pod vape you’ve used by voting on each of them below.

Pod vapes have taken the world by storm over the past few years. The primary reasons that pod based vapes have become so popular are their compact size, satisfying power and intuitive design.

While pod vapes are a phenomenal option for newbies, there’s currently one main drawback. The cost of most non-refillable pods is astronomical compared to vapes and tanks that can be refilled.

However, we’re beginning to see some pod based vapes that are indeed refillable and they’re flying off the shelves.

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The Best Pod Vapes – Top Devices & Starter Kits 2021

Show Summary
  1. Novo 3: by Smoktech
  2. Drag NANO: by VooPoo
  3. Vagon: by Suorin
  4. GLIM: by Innokin
  5. Edge: by Suorin
  6. Reno: by Suorin
  7. Mag Pod: by Smoktech
  8. Novo X: by Smoktech
  9. Q Ultra: by Lost Vape
  10. Nord 2: by Smoktech
  11. NFIX: by Smoktech
  12. RPM 2: by Smoktech
  13. Drag MAX Pod: by VooPoo
  14. Aegis Hero Pod: by GeekVape
  15. Air Plus: by Suorin
  16. Aegis Pod: by GeekVape
  17. Lyra: by Lost Vape
  18. Shine: by Suorin
  19. Prana: by Lost Vape
  20. Alto: by VUSE
  21. myBlue: by BLU
  22. Ace: by NJOY
  23. JUUL: by JUUL Labs
  24. Ripstick G2: by Riptide

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SMOK Novo 3 Pod Vape

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14 colors, draw activated, 800 mAh battery, 0.8 ohm mesh coils, 6 – 25 output watts and 0.6 ohm to 2.5 ohm resistance range.

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  • Price: $32.99
  • Battery: 800 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 1.7 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

VooPoo Drag Nano AIO Pod Vape

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5/5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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7 available colors (one side resin & one side DRAG emblem), incredibly small and lightweight design, necklace available with first 500,000 kits, 350 puffs per full charge, full charge takes 1 hour, passthrough charging, tricolor battery life indicator, drip tip and micro-usb charging port.

  • GENE.POD Chipset
  • Cold Boot Mode
  • Price: $33.99
  • Battery: 750 mAh Internal
  • Tank Capacity: 1 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

Suorin Vagon Pod Vape

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4/5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
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5 colors, 12 output watts, automatically activated upon draw, large/futuristic LED battery life indicator, bottom fill gold-plated magnetic pods, horizontal coil with organic cotton and micro-USB charging port.

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  • Built-In Holster Clip
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  • Battery: 310 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 2.5 mL
  • Refillable: Yes
Innokin GLIM Pod Vape

Innokin GLIM Pod Vape

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5 colors available, compact and lightweight design, new push to fill refillable 1.8 mL pods, GLIM coils, tri-color battery life indicator, integrated 500 mAh battery, 10 second cutoff and 9 max output watts.

  • Designed for Nicotine Salt Vape Juice
  • Sturdy Zinc-Alloy Construction
  • Price: $34.99
  • Battery: 500 mAh Internal
  • Tank Capacity: 1.8 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

Suorin Edge Pod Vape

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6 colors, automatically activated upon draw, manual lock mechanism, wrap around LED battery life indicator, 1.4 ohm resistance, 10 output wattage, 3.3 – 4.2 output voltage, designed for salt nicotine e liquid, ergonomic holster clip and USB-C charging port.

  • Replaceable Battery & Refillable Pods
  • Sleek & Well Built Metal Chassis w/Manual Lock Switch
  • Price: $22.99
  • Battery: 230 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 1.5 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

Suorin Reno Pod Vape

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5 colors, 1.0 ohm coil resistance with 100% organic cotton, duckbill mouthpiece, aluminum alloy design, 13 maximum output wattage, 3 LED battery life indicator, manual lock mechanism and quick charging USB Type-C port.

  • Pod Mod / Replaceable Mesh Coils
  • Compact, Sturdy & Powerful Minimal Pod Mod
  • Price: $21.95
  • Battery: 800 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 3 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

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SMOK Mag Pod Vape

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5 different colors, 1,300 mAh built-in battery, top refill system, two airflow channels, 510 drip tip, 1 – 40 output watts and 0.3 ohm to 2.5 ohm resistance range.

  • Mini Pod Mod
  • RPM Coils
  • Price: $39.99
  • Battery: 1,300 mAh Internal
  • Tank Capacity: 3 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

SMOK NOVO X Pod Vape

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User Rating: 83% 786 Votes)

Available in 8 different colors (cobra, wood & resin), metallic body, 0.49″ OLED display, 0.4 – 3.0 ohm resistance range, adjustable 1 – 25 watts, 50.2 grams in weight and upgraded MTL dual coil pods.

  • Latest in SMOK NOVO Series
  • Incredibly Compact Design
  • Price: $37.99
  • Battery: 800 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 2 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

Lost Vape Q Ultra POD Vape

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6 colors, 40 adjustable watts, 0.69″ OLED display, 0.15 – 3.0 resistance range, puff settings, vaping time counter, top fill tank compatible with Ultra Boost Coils, top adjustable airflow, side device vent holes, great for either MTL or DTL vaping and USB Type-C side mounted charging port.

  • Solid Aluminum Alloy Adjustable Pod Mod / Extremely Portable
  • Sub-ohm & RBA Capable
  • Price: $49.99
  • Battery: 1,600 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 2 mL - 4 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

Smok Nord 2 POD Vape

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9 colors (cobra & acrylic), 0.69″ OLED display, 0.3 – 3.0 ohm load resistance range, 0.5 – 4.0 output voltage, adjustable 1 – 40 watts and micro-USB charging port.

  • Current Best Selling Pod Mod on the Planet
  • Compatible w/RPM (also included RBA) & NORD Coils
  • Upgraded Chipset from Nord Original
  • Price: $55.99
  • Battery: 1,500 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 4.5 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

SMOK NFIX Pod Vape

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5/5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
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12 available colors, 32 grams in weight, 700 mAh built-in battery, 1 to 25 variable watts, 0.6 to 3.0 ohm resistance range, 0.69″ OLED display, magnetic 3 mL pods, 0.8 ohm MTL coils, meshed coils available and Type-C quick charging port (60 minutes to full charge).

  • Performance & Minimalism Personified
  • Refillable MTL Coil Pod System
  • Price: $34.99
  • Battery: 700 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 3 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

SMOK RPM 2 Pod Vape

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6 color options, adjustable 1 – 80 watts, 0.15 – 3.0 ohms resistance range, built-in 2,000 mAh lithium ion battery, 0.001 second fast firing, ridiculously large 7 mL e-liquid capacity pods, mesh coil compatible RPM 2 Pods with large airflow, 1.14″ TFT display and Type-C passthrough quick charging.

  • Upgraded 7 mL Magnetic RPM 2 Pods
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  • Refillable: Yes

VooPoo Drag MAX Pod Vape

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5 available colors, luxury metal and leather design, GENE.FAN 2.0 Chipset, PnP magnetic atomizer, dual theme interfaces, 177 max output power, 0.001 second extreme ignition, 1.08″ TFT color display, RBA & SMART modes, 0.1 to 3.0 ohm resistance range and type-c charging port.

  • DUAL 18650 Design
  • NEW GENE.FAN 2.0 Chipset
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  • Battery: 18650 X 2
  • Tank Capacity: 4.5 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

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Refillable

GeekVape Aegis Hero Pod Vape

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6 available colors, 1,200 mAh battery, top airflow design, 45 max output power, lightweight and durable, pocket friendly, top fill pods, power and bypass modes, 0.1 ohm to 3.0 ohm resistance range, 510 drip tip and stable output Buck Boost technology.

  • Waterproof & Shockproof
  • Ergonomic Leather Patch Grip
  • Price: $37.99
  • Battery: 1,200 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 4 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

Suorin Air Plus Pod Vape

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8 colors, sub-ohm standard pod, automatically activated upon draw, 22 output wattage, 3.3 – 4.2 output voltage, pods support standard and salt nicotine e liquid, 0.7 ohm atomizer resistance for standard e liquid, 0.8 ohm atomizer resistance for salt nic e liquid 5 grid LED battery life indicator and passthrough USB Type-C charging port.

  • Battery Life & Power without Sacrificing Sleek Design
  • Latest in Suorin Air Series
  • Price: $29.95
  • Battery: 930 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 3.2 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

GeekVape Aegis POD Vape

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4 colors, shockproof and waterproof construction, utilizes G.Coil technology (ensuring future cross device compatibility), leather and zinc alloy shielding, refined Kanthal coils, leakproof pods and quick USB Type-C charging port.

  • Extremely Durable & Powerful w/G.Coil
  • Waterproof & Shockproof
  • Price: $39.99
  • Battery: 800 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 3.5 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

Lost Vape Lyra POD Vape

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10 colors and finishes, sub-ohm capable, to fill tank, 0.6 ohm mesh coils / 1.2 ohm regular coils, 3 power modes with 20 watt maximum output, 3 color LED mode and power indicator and Micro-USB charging port.

  • Beautifully Designed and Powerful with 3 Modes
  • Pinch and Pull Drip Tip Technology
  • Price: $22.99
  • Battery: 1,000 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 2 mL
  • Refillable: Yes
Suorin Shine Pod Vape

Suorin Shine Pod Vape

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8 available colors, durable zinc-alloy chassis, 700 mAh built-in battery, 13 max output watts, tri-color battery life indicator and micro-usb charging port.

  • Streamlined Design
  • Magnetic Pod Connection
  • Price: $29.99
  • Battery: 700 mAh Internal
  • Tank Capacity: 2 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

Lost Vape Prana POD Vape

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6 colors (acrylic & leather series), 3 power output modes, maximum 12 output watts, 1.0 – 1.2 ohm pod resistance ratings, side fill pods, visual e liquid window, 3 color LED power level and battery life indicator.

  • Micro Pod Vape Size with Plenty of Power
  • Automatically Activated Upon Draw
  • Price: $19.99
  • Battery: 500 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 1 mL
  • Refillable: Yes

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VUSE Alto Pod Vape

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7 colors, metal casing, magnetic charger and the starter kit comes with two flavor pods. VUSE pods are available in 3 nicotine levels (1.8%, 2.4% & 5.0%) golden tobacco, menthol and rich tobacco flavors.

  • Incredibly Compact with Solid Batty Life
  • Available Nearly Everywhere
  • Price: $19.98
  • Battery: 350 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 1.8 mL
  • Refillable: No / Pre-filled

myblu Pod Vape

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5/5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
User Rating: 91% 6077 Votes)

Compact, lightweight, quick micro-USB charging port, pod click mechanism and LED battery life indicator. myblu Liquidpods are available in classic tobacco, authentic tobacco, gold leaf tobacco, menthol and Carolina bold tobacco. Nicotine strengths range from 0% to 3.6%.

  • Available Literally Everywhere
  • Solid Battery Life & Strong Flavors
  • Price: $10.99
  • Battery: 350 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 1.5 mL
  • Refillable: No / Pre-filled

NJOY Ace Pod Vape

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User Rating: 94% 6531 Votes)

Magnetic pods, micro-USB charging port, LED battery light, pods designed to minimize leaking and provide maximum capacity. Ace Pods come in a 5% nicotine strength and are available in classic tobacco and menthol flavors.

  • Uniquely Sleek Design & Larger than Average Pods
  • Available Everywhere
  • Price: $24.99
  • Battery: 450 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 1.9 mL
  • Refillable: No / Pre-filled

JUUL POD Vape

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5/5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★
User Rating: 90% 6500 Votes)

2 colors (excluding limited editions), 4.5 output volts, 5 – 12 output wattage, 1.6 ohm built-in coils, pods available in limited flavors and 3% or 5% nicotine strengths, 1 year limited warranty and proprietary USB charging with gold pins.

  • Minimalist Vaping Personified
  • Available EVERYWHERE
  • Price: $9.99
  • Battery: 200 mAh
  • Tank Capacity: 0.7 mL
  • Refillable: No / Pre-filled
Riptide Ripstick G2 Pod Vape

Riptide Ripstick G2 Pod Vape

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4/5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
User Rating: 96% 336 Votes)

Minimalistic design, upgraded internal battery, 10 max watt output power, continuous output and type-c usb charging port.

  • Draw Activation
  • Increased Battery Power
  • Price: $19.99
  • Battery: 500 mAh Internal
  • Tank Capacity: 1.4 mL
  • Refillable: No

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A Beginner’s Guide to The Best Pod Vapes in 2021

Pod based vapes and or vapes are flying off the shelves at both brick and mortar as well as online retail sources. Vapor users are flocking towards pod based systems because they’re intuitive, low maintenance and high performing. Ironically enough, while the vapor industry was generally trending towards more advanced devices featuring more options and customization, the majority of the market was desiring simplicity and intuitiveness. In the same vein, the JUUL pod based system sat largely dormant in terms of popularity and sales for it’s first two years of being available. Nonetheless, the JUUL has single handedly changed the entire vaping landscape, almost entirely for the better.

As we unpack pod based vapes and vapor devices, it’s important to know the impact that vapor products are having on tobacco cigarette sales. Furthermore, it’s imperative to have a clear understanding of how tobacco cigarette conglomerates and companies (big tobacco) have operated since the 1950’s. Only when comprehending the full picture and history of big tobacco can consumers begin to establish much needed filters when observing ‘news’ and information related to tobacco and vapor products.

For a comprehensive analysis of tobacco cigarettes, we encourage you to read our Problems with Tobacco Cigarette Smoking article. For the sake of this article however, suffice it to so that vapor products are a direct threat to tobacco cigarettes. More specifically, wildly popular pod based vaping devices that are taking marketshare away from traditional cigarettes by the hundreds of thousands are an absolute menace to an industry that was literally built on propaganda.

To be fair, the tremendous popularity of vapor products, specifically in regards to pod systems brings some real problems with it. In particular, teenage vapor use is a very real problem and needs to be dealt with appropriately. However, conflating narratives (propaganda) that are clearly aimed at throttling vaping technology through muddying the waters of information and generally spewing misinformation is blatantly obvious, especially to consumers who have successfully quit smoking via vapor products.

If you’re genuinely concerned about the safety of vapor and pod based vapor devices, that’s great. We encourage you to immediately compare the ingredients found in vapor products to those found in tobacco cigarettes. Take that information and hold onto tightly as you navigate the many webs of propaganda.

Also, bear in mind that our view on the safety of vapor products is that they are at the very least, less unhealthy than tobacco cigarettes. Importantly, the long-term effects of consuming vapor products over long periods of time requires more testing and analysis. Whereas, the long-term effects of smoking tobacco cigarettes is well known to lead to serious respiratory disease. Therefore, it’s our position that only current tobacco cigarette users should consider using vapor products in an effort to quit smoking.

Enough predication, let’s get into the nitty gritty of pod based vapes and vaping devices. The latest trend in the pod system category is pod mods, which aim at providing users with maximum power in a relatively compact and sleek design. Additionally, pod mods open the door to more cost effective solutions for these sleek and practical devices.

What are the different types of pod vapes?

Pod based electronic cigarettes or vapes are loosely defined as any vaping device that utilizes removable e liquid containing ‘pods’. Due to the rise in popularity and available of pod mods, the range of pod cig battery life, vaping power and e liquid capacity ranges widely.

Below are the current main types of pod vapes:

  • Standard pod vapes are generally compact with batteries ranging from 200 to roughly 400 mAh. The majority of standard pod e cigs feature non-refillable e liquid pods, however, some devices function with pods that can indeed be refilled.

    The ability to refill pods is an important factor due to the tremendous amount of savings that can be had by purchasing e liquid in bulk. In addition, one of the primary drivers in the success of standard pod vapes is the fact that the atomizer is built directly into the disposable pod, bringing the level of simplicity to a whole new level.

  • POD mods are the latest craze in the world of vaping and rightfully so. Pod mods range widely in terms of battery power, adjustable settings, e liquid capacity and coil setup. They are typically described as sleek, adjustable and refillable vaping devices.

    Importantly, vapor users considering an upgrade to a more powerful pod mod vaping system should be aware that they’ll be utilizing coil-heads. As opposed to standard pod vapes in which the atomizer and necessary components to produce vapor are built into the pods themselves, pod mods require users to replace coil-heads.

    Like pods however, coil-heads are typically sold in packs of 4 or 5 and are easy to replace every few days, depending on usage rates. Therefore, the term ‘pod’ in the case of pod mods is essentially used to describe the e liquid chamber itself and doesn’t need to be replaced unless it’s cracked, leaking or you’re using a different type of coil-head.

    Lastly, there’s little that actually differentiates a pod mod from a mini box mod. The only component that’s slightly different is the e liquid chamber, reservoir or container. The term pod mod, at least at this point in the categories evolution, is largely for marketing purposes. In other words, people are generally comfortable with pod devices because they’re easy to use. Therefore, pod mods must be simple to operate and maintain as well.

What are the best places online to buy pod vapes & pod refills?

Due to the high demand of pod based electronic cigarettes, online vape shops are either fully stocked or completely sold out of certain devices. With that being said, you’d be hard-pressed to find a corner-store or gas station in America that doesn’t stock the JUUL, NJOY Ace, myBlu and or VUSE Alto. Additionally, if you’re in the market for standard pod e cigs from small brands or top selling pod mods, your best bet is online or at select local vape shops.

Below are our favorite online sources for standard pod vapes and pod mods:

  • JUUL
  • VUSE
  • NJOY
  • BLU
  • BO Vaping
  • Lost Vape
  • Vaporfi
  • Direct Vapor
  • Element Vape
  • Giant Vapes
  • Eight Vape
  • VaporDNA
  • Vapor4life
  • Apollo E Cigs

What are the best selling pod vapes?

The following list of the best selling pod vape devices is robust for good reason. Outside of the ridiculous amount of JUULs and JUUL Pods sold across the country on a daily basis, along with the NJOY ACE, VUSE Alto and BLU myBlu, huge following are building behind well known advanced vaping device companies as well. The Nord and Novo series of pod mods by SMOK are among the internets most favorite. In addition, the fan-base behind everything Lost Vape is enormous. Where they can be found in the United States, everything BO Vaping also sells extremely well.

The best selling pod based vaping devices in America:

  • JUUL by JUUL Vapor
  • Ace by NJOY
  • Alto by VUSE
  • myBlu by BLU
  • Nord 2 by SMOK
  • Nord by SMOK
  • RPM160 by SMOK
  • nexMESH by SMOK
  • ALIKE by SMOK
  • Orion Plus by Lost Vape
  • Orion Q Pro by Lost Vape
  • Orion DNA Go by Lost Vape
  • Lyra by Lost Vape
  • UBoat by Kangertech
  • Novo 2 by SMOK
  • Novo by SMOK
  • BO One by BO Vaping
  • BO Plus by BO Vaping
  • Zero by Vaporesso
  • OSMALL by Vaporesso
  • Vinci X by VooPoo
  • Breeze 2 by Aspire

What are the greatest pod vapes of all-time?

Without question, the JUUL is the greatest pod vape of all time (or the G.O.A.T). In-fact, the JUUL is single-handedly responsible for the existence of every single competing pod vape and pod mod. Due to the tremendous success of the JUUL system and it’s lucrative pre-filled pod e liquid system, the biggest names in the tobacco industry developed devices solely based on the JUUL.

Along the same lines, the Nord series by SMOK is one of the most popular pod mod vaping devices on the internet. The sharp rise in popularity of the Nord series largely stems from vapor users seeking a similar yet less expensive vaping experience offered in a standard pod vape. Furthermore, users are able to experiment with the wide range of flavors that can be purchased separately.

  • JUUL by JUUL Vapor: The JUUL is a standard pod vape that operates on pre-filled JUUL pods. The JUUL device is 200 mAh and JUUL Pods have a 0.7 mL e liquid capacity. Importantly, JUUL Pods are available in both 3% and 5% nicotine strengths.
  • NORD 2 by SMOK: The NORD 2 is a sub-ohm pod mod that functions with removable coil-heads. The NORD 2 features a 1,500 mAh battery, up to 40 adjustable watts of power and has and e liquid capacity of 4.5 mL. Nord 2 coil-heads are available in a range of resistance ratings stemming from both the Nord Coil and RPM Coil lines. In addition, SMOK offers an RBA for the vaping hobbyists out there who wish to build their own coils. Importantly, the NORD 2 runs on 50PG/50VG e liquid that is sold separately in virtually unlimited flavors.

In truth, there are so many amazing pod based vapes available, it’s never been more difficult discerning which is best. If it’s not already apparent throughout this article, the answer to this question is subjective. If a vapor user’s sole desire is simplicity, availability and reliability, than opting for one of the juggernauts from JUUL, NJOY, BLU or VUSE is the best route to satisfaction.

If cost is a high priority however, opting for a pod mod is hands down the cheaper option. Not that we need to spell this out, but there’s a clear inverse relationship regarding the cost of standard pod vape and pod mod vapes. Standard pod e cigs cost next to nothing for the device, but the price of constantly purchasing pre-filled e liquid pods adds up very quickly. On the other hand, the initial cost of a pod mod device is much more expensive. However, the cost of purchasing e liquid by the milliliter offers an absolutely stupid amount of savings for savvy vapor users.

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Updated: May 1st, 2021

Pod Vape Testing Methodology

Pod vapes and vapes are the talk of the town and for good reason. They’re generally sleek, incredibly intuitive, widely available and perform extremely well compared to other vaping devices. Therefore, upon the production of this article is was critical that we tested every single device we could get our hands on. In the event that we weren’t able to personally try a pod device, we pulled together all available public information in reaching our conclusions.

Additional Pod Vape Frequently Asked Questions

What's the average cost of pod vape replacements?
The average cost for standard pre-filled pod replacements or refills is about $12 per 4 pack. Alternatively, the average cost of coil-head replacements for pod mods is about $15. However, coil-heads last 2 to 3 times longer than the typical pre-filled pod.
How long do pod vapes last?
Standard pod vapes range in battery longevity quite widely. The JUUL for example features only a 200 mAh battery which needs to be recharged every 4 hours or so from steady use. In the same category however, the NJOY ACE lasts up to a full 8 hours before needing to be recharged. Conversely, pod mods typically have batteries in the range of 1,200 mAh and beyond, making for much less of a hassle and need to be constantly recharged.
Can you refill pod vapes?
Standard pod vapes such as the JUUL, ACE, ALTO and myBlu are not designed to be re-filled. There are loads of ‘hacks’ that some users have presented online that enables certain pods to be refilled. However, pre-filled pods also house wicking material that deteriorates over time, making them unusable after a certain amount of usage. This is of course the beauty of pod mods that are designed to be manually filled with e liquid.
What's the best pod vape flavor?
Honestly, all of the major pod brands have great tobacco flavors. Surprisingly, some of the most undervalued tobacco e liquid flavors are from BLU.
Why are some pod vape devices so cheap?
Standard pod e cigs are incredibly cheap because they’re relatively simplistic devices and the business model is entirely based around selling pre-filled pods. By consumers easily being able to purchase inexpensive devices, they’re more likely to try pods and potentially become a loyal repeat customer.
Which pod vape has the most e liquid capacity?
JUUL pods only contain 0.7 mL of e liquid, while the NJOY ACE hold 1.9 mL. The myBLU pod holds 1.5 mL and the ALTO pods contain 1.8 mL of e liquid. Alternatively, pod mod e liquid capacity typically ranges from 2 mL to 5 mL.
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