Vaping has become one of the most popular stop smoking aids, and their popularity continues to grow. Why? Because they’re a less harmful alternative to smoking but still replicate the experience perfectly.
However, with so many different types of starter kit on the market, it’s difficult for new vapers to know the best vape pen for them. We’re about to change all of that.
In this post, you’ll see the top vape pens for 2025 and what makes them unique. Let’s dive in.
Vape pens: what are they?
Vape pens are a type of e-cigarette that has a pen-like shape, and are relatively small and compact, fitting well into a pocket or bag for east portability.
Like all vapes, they can contain nicotine, ensuring you can satisfy your nicotine cravings during a stop smoking attempt, to give you the best chance at success.
These battery-operated devices use an e-liquid to create a vapour, which is made with a combination of vegetable glycerine and propylene glycol. They are at least 95% less harmful than smoking, as identified by the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities, and do not produce carbon monoxide, tar and many of the other toxic chemicals which are found in traditional cigarettes.
Pen style vape kits are ideal for ex-smokers because they are convenient, and the slim, pen style design feels relatively similar to a cigarette making them feel more familiar to those making the switch.
Why make the switch from smoking to vaping?
Fewer health implications
It’s no secret that cigarettes harm a person’s health and the many chemicals within a cigarette are known to be carcinogenic which can result in cancer and other severe health conditions. These chemicals are not present in the vapour produced by an e-cigarette, allowing you to cut them out while still maintaining your usual nicotine intake to avoid withdrawal symptoms.
In fact, toxicological studies looking at the use of nicotine containing e-cigarettes have found that those who make the switch to vaping and completely stop smoking have significantly reduced levels of the carcinogens and toxic chemicals associated with cigarette smoking. For this reason, many heath authorities like the Royal College of Physicians endorse vaping as an alternative to smoking.
Lower cost
Twenty years ago, cigarettes were around £4.50 a pack, but today the average cost of a pack is around £12 or higher. For those with a heavy smoking habit, a lot of their monthly budget will go into tobacco.
Vaping can cost less in the long run and once you invest in the vape device, you can end up spending a lot less on e-liquids and coils.
Research from University College London has found that those who make the switch from smoking to vaping could save up to £780 per year, you can read more about this in our post ‘Is vaping really cheaper than smoking?’
More control over your nicotine intake
Each vaper has different needs when it comes to nicotine strength, and for this reason e-liquids are available in a wide variety of different strength options. This allows the user to find the strength that most accurately reflects their nicotine intake from smoking, and will best manage their nicotine cravings.
This also gives you the option to reduce your nicotine strength over time if this is something you are interested in doing.
The advantages of a vape pen
Easy to use: pen style starter kits are easy to navigate because they do not have an array of different settings and buttons that are needed to operate them. Most vape pens only have one button, and some don’t even have one at all and instead are inhale activated.
Compact: another benefit of pens is how compact they are. You can put them in your pocket or bag and won’t even feel the difference, and they are easily portable for when you are on-the-go.
Discreet: while an advanced vape kit is usually know for the impressive cloud production, they aren’t exactly discreet. Vape pens are great for general use as they don’t create as much vapour but still offer plenty of flavour and a satisfying inhale.
The best vape pens for 2025
So, now we come to the moment you’ve all been waiting for; our top vape pen picks for 2025. These kits are cost-effective and reliable, giving you the perfect experience while you’re a beginner. They vary from prefilled pod kits to refillable tank style devices, so you can find the option that best suits your own personal needs and vaping style.
The best prefilled pod vape pens
The Pod Salt Pyne Pod 2 in One is a convenient and easy to set up vape pen kit, offering a simple and compact design. These kits utilise the prefilled Pod Salt Pyne Pod pods and are able to hold 2ml pods at once, offering 4ml of vape juice per pod change.
The pods are prefilled with 20 mg/ml nicotine strength e-liquid. They come in packs of two and offer a variety of flavours, including lemon lime, cherry ice, and summer punch. Users can easily switch between to flavours by taking out and rotating the mouthpiece.
The pods offer up to 750 puffs each, giving users a total of 1,500 puffs from the two pods. There are no buttons or settings, making it fuss-free for beginners or vapers who want something easy to use. With a 600 mAh built-in rechargeable battery, the Pod Salt Pyne Pod 2 in One kit is great for on-the-go use.
Another great prefilled vape pen is the Vuse GO Reload 1000 pen kit. This kit offers a compact and sleek design and is compatible with all of Vuse’s prefilled pods. It can hold one pod at a time, offering up to 1,000 puffs per pod change.
One of the highlights of this prefilled pen vape is that the pods are available in a variety of nicotine strengths. Most prefilled vapes offer a standard 20 mg/ml nicotine strength, but that doesn’t suit every vapers preference.
Vuse pods offer anywhere between 3 mg/ml to 20 mg/ml nicotine strength e-liquid, so there’s something to suit every vaper. In addition, they come in a vast range of flavours, including golden tobacco, mint ice, and very berry.
The Vuse GO Reload 1000 pen kit is rechargeable, with a 360 mAh built-in battery, and also has a device locking button. It’s draw-activated and simple to use, offering a convenient option for when you’re out and about.
Elf Bar are well known for their range of disposable vapes, and the Elf Bar ELFA PRO pod kit uses prefilled pods which are filled with the same delicious nic salt e-liquids, meaning no messy coil changes. The ELFA PRO is the new, upgraded version of their popular ELFA kit, and features new QUAQ coil technology for more intense flavour and a more consistent vaping experience.
The ELFA PRO can be used with the ELFA PRO pods, Lost Mary Tappo pods, and with the original ELFA pods, giving you a huge range of flavour options to choose from. The pods are currently only available in a 20 mg/ml nicotine strength so may not be suitable for all vapers.
With an impressive 500 mAh rechargeable internal capacity battery the Elf Bar ELFA PRO pod kit is guaranteed to be another popular vape pen for 2025, giving disposable vape users a simple switch to a more environmentally friendly and budget friendly vape kit.
The SKE Crystal Plus is a prefilled pod kit, which means that the pods are purchased already filled with e-liquid. If you have used the Crystal Bar disposable vapes before you may recognise the flavours available in their prefilled pods, as they contain the same e-liquids, and they also have a very similar design.
This type of device is incredibly easy to use, making it ideal for beginners who may be finding the concept of learning to use a vape kit a bit daunting. The pods are easy to insert and can be used straight away, once empty they can then be disposed of and replaced with a fresh one, so there is no need to worry about refilling the e-liquid or changing the coil.
Pods for the SKE Crystal Plus kit are available in a choice of 15 different flavours, and each pod contains 2ml of 20 mg/ml e-liquid with a smooth nicotine salt formula that can satisfy nicotine cravings in just a couple of puffs. However, the pods are not available in any other strengths so this device would not necessarily be suitable for those who need a lower nicotine strength.
Best refillable vape pens
Aspire is one of the most reputable vape companies in the world, and they’re known for their high-quality vape pens that make it easy to make the switch from smoking to vaping. One of their most popular devices is the highly reliable Aspire PockeX AIO kit.
The PockeX is a budget-friendly option that won’t break the bank and you can vape comfortably knowing that the device you're using is of the highest of standards within the industry and designed to last the test of time.
Coil changes are made easy and designed to be screwed into the top cap, reducing the loss of e-liquid when changing coil and making refilling the device really easy. The PockeX can be used with any 50/50 or high PG e-liquid, in whichever flavour or nicotine strength you prefer.
Innokin is another vape manufacturer that always makes a massive impact on customers. Their pens are perfect if you want a traditional mouth-to-lung experience that brings out the unique flavour of each e-liquid.
If you’re looking for a vape pen that offers you a few more options to customise your vaping experience, the Innokin Endura T18 II might just be the right option for you.
It is easy to use, with an adjustable airflow that lets you choose how tight or loose you would like the inhale to be. It also has three adjustable power settings, all controlled through the one fire button, so you can select the power setting that feels most comfortable for you without the need for lots of confusing buttons and settings.
The T18 II has a 1300 mAh built-in battery that offers plenty of power to get the average vaper through a full day of vaping, and it also has a handy magnetic cap that keeps the drip-tip protected when not in use, which is ideal if you are storing it in your pocket or bag.
Elf Bar started off with disposable vapes, then moved to e-liquids, and have now released the Elf Bar ELFX pod kit. This pen-shaped pod kit is ideal for both new and experienced vapers offering a 1000mAh internal capacity battery and a maximum power output of 30 watts.
The ELFX pod kit is compatible with the ELFX refillable pods and has a chose of two different resistance pods to suit vaper’s preferences. It is draw activated, making vaping fuss-free.
The pods can be refilled with any 50/50 or high PG vape juice. Once the taste or vapour reduction reduces, the whole pod can be replaced with a new one. There’s no messing around with replacing coils either, as the coil is built into the pod. In addition, the ELFX pod kit offers adjustable airflow so users can adjust to suit their preferences.
For another great refillable vape pen, the OXVA Xlim Pro 2 pod kit is a great option for intermediate vapers. This kit is a strong choice if you’re looking for an upgrade, with an adjustable wattage range of 5-30 W and a built-in 1300 mAh rechargeable battery.
This pen-like kit is compatible with all OXVA Xlim pods, available in various resistances so you can find something to suit your preference. They can be refilled with any 50/50 or high PG vape juice, giving you plenty of choice in terms of flavour and nicotine strength.
It also offers variable power, or smart mode which allows the device to automatically adjust to the best wattage for your pod. The OXVA Xlim Pro 2 pod kit also offers adjustable airflow and draw-activation.
Vaping offers many benefits to smokers who want a healthier lifestyle, and there's never been a better time to start. If you'd like to find the best vape kits for your needs, Evapo has an extensive collection of beginner vape kits.
If you need any support choosing the right vape kit or e-liquid to suit you, pop in to your local Evapo store or reach out to our Customer Service Hub, we're always available to advise and help you along your vaping journey.
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