As the vaping industry continues to evolve, so does the demand for different devices from the top manufacturers such as SMOK, Innokin and VOOPOO that appeal to consumers. Knowing the difference between a pod vape, pod/mod hybrid and a vape mod can be confusing at the best of times. What we plan to do in the latest blog is explain what exactly a pod vape system is, how it differs from other models of vaping devices and which will work best for you depending on the stage you’re at in your vaping journey.

Pod Vape System - What is it?

Pod vape systems are the happy medium that former smokers have been craving. It sits between your traditional cigarette and using an e-cig. The all-in-one system is easy to use, and if you want a choice of vapes during the day, you can carry multiple pods around with you.

If you’re going to switch to pod vaping, you’ll first need a pod mod, which is a battery and cartridge. There are no extra features to get used to, no settings to work out how to use.

You then fix the pre-filled juice pods into the battery and away you vape. The pod system comes with nicotine salts, but some pods can also be used with regular e-liquids. If you are looking for a pod vape system that works with your favourite e-liquid, make sure to check it is compatible. The rule of thumb is that these low resistant devices work with nic-salts and a high PG/ low VG ratio.

Most pod vape systems work from you drawing in your breath, so there is no need to use a firing button for each hit. This is a simplified and more user-friendly experience for the vaper and resembles more of that smoking experience.

Do You Use Pre-filled or Refillable Pods?

It may seem confusing to many when first vaping that you not only called the system as a whole a Pod but it’s also prefilled or refillable pods that slot into your battery. These days they’re magnetically fitted in with grooves but also working on a screw-in action depending on the device.

For former smokers, it’s all about replicating the action of inhaling combustible cigarettes without damaging your body. With vaping, you can still get the throat hit and nicotine that’s familiar with a pod vape system and one of the best ways to do this is through a nic salt pod that’s attached to your device. They provide a smoother intake than traditional freebase nicotine e-liquids plus it works faster to reach your bloodstream. At 20mg per pod, you can get more nicotine throughout the day at a slower yet more consistent pace. This also means that you can get those higher nicotine hits without it hurting your throat.

Benefits of Portable Pods

Pod vapes are incredibly portable. You’re less likely to find liquid spilt across your bag because they use pod cartridges that are easily fixed into the vape pod kit as described earlier.

They are designed to be pocket-friendly, so there is less to carry around and this also makes them more discreet. They produce less vapour too so if you don’t want to draw attention when you inhale and exhale the vapour, these are ideal.

As pods are mostly made up of built-in parts, this makes it easier to clean. It is less time consuming to clean out your pod vape, leaving you more time to relax and enjoy your vape.

Pod vape systems are the easiest vaping experience yet, and there is now a variety of options depending on your vaping needs. They are now available in sleek designs that easily fit in your pocket and don’t look out of place next to your phone.

Other Types of Pod Systems

What you also have instead of separate pods attached to the device are All in One kit, often referred to as AIO, where you get the pods and you can replace the coils with them for even more control over how you vape. In addition, we are seeing more and more hybrid pod-mods with the convenience and compact nature of a pod vape system but also adjustable settings on a well-lit screen to give the vaper easier navigation to customise their settings.

When you want to venture further into the world of vaping, but bear in mind this is not for everyone, you can discover cloud-chasing technically advanced vape box mods. These are chunkier devices and not what a cigarette user would traditionally want from vaping, at least initially. Heavier, larger and with more power, they’re not as portable or discreet. However, you can ramp up the power with most significantly, often reaching 200W plus compared to lower wattage pod vape systems, which replicate the smoking throat hit with much less power.

Overall, it depends on what you’re after as a vaper. With a pod vape system, the benefits include:

Advantages

• Pair well with nic salts, which offer the highest dose of nicotine to combat the urge for a cigarette
• Compact and discreet, pod vapes are perfect for vaping on the go with minimal fuss and attention drawn to you
• Quick and efficient for changing flavours, plus charging less frequently with less power needed

Disadvantages

• Less power
• Require charging more often
• Can not adjust settings as much
• Potentially cost more in the long-run

Whichever device you decide is right for your vaping journey, there are always ways you can improve it further as new trends emerge all the time. It was only back in 2015 that the first real pod vape entered the market through JUUL and the vaping industry has not looked back since. Now you can see a wide range of devices that cater to all levels and interests as a vaper to help people quit smoking. If you need any assistance finding the right pod vape system for you or feel like there is something you’re missing, the Pure E-Liquids team is always available to provide additional support.

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