2018 Starter Vaping Kits for Beginners [Expert Recommended]

  Last year, I wrote a beginner's guide that received 400,000 views and over 180 replies. Thank you for the support from forum friends! As of today, e-cigarette devices have undergone significant changes, with the most notable being the substantial improvement in the taste of pod systems, which now occupy one-third of the market. Therefore, this recommendation will be divided into two posts: "Vaping Kits" and "Pod Systems for Smoking Cessation," and I will keep it straightforward and clear!

  (The following content is adapted from posts by forum experts such as Xiaotian, equa, Deng Yao, tommyangle, linjue, etc.)

  Basic Concepts

  If you still have doubts about whether to use e-cigarettes, let me play the role of a primary school teacher:

  A. What is an e-cigarette?

  I couldn’t find a satisfactory image online, so I drew one myself. It’s simply a device that uses a battery to heat e-liquid to create vapor, that’s it!

  B. Are e-cigarettes harmful?

  E-liquids contain nicotine, which replaces the nicotine in cigarettes, thus providing the same satisfaction. However, harmful components like tar produced by burning cigarettes (the main harmful substances in cigarettes) are absent in e-cigarettes, making them significantly less harmful than traditional cigarettes. The premise is to buy legitimate e-liquids; I haven’t tried those from small workshops.

  C. Do they feel the same as real cigarettes?

  Not entirely. When you vape, you are essentially inhaling vapor, which is smoother but lacks the particulate feel. E-liquids come in tobacco flavors and fruit flavors, but there is no e-liquid that tastes exactly like tobacco.

  D. Can they help you quit smoking?

  E-cigarettes are for smoking cessation, smoking cessation, and smoking cessation. However, many friends have ended up quitting while using them.

  For specific analyses on whether e-cigarettes are effective for quitting smoking, you can check previous articles on e-cigarette information websites; I hope they help.

  Recommended Equipment for E-Cigarette Players

  Recommendation 1: Space Fortress MINI Mod + Avenger Atomizer

  This kit is priced around 400 yuan. It’s a classic combination for beginners, and many players have started with this setup without regrets. The Space Fortress is a classic mod with a compact design and reliable quality. The Avenger atomizer is known for producing large vapor clouds, but its flavor is on par with the Nautilus X, making it my top choice for beginners. I won’t promote where to buy it; you know where to find it.

  Recommendation 2: Zelos Kit

  This kit is priced around 500 yuan. Produced by the Nautilus manufacturer, it’s a beginner kit with a reliable atomizer flavor and a decent mod quality, giving it a business-like feel. It’s a single-battery mod with a maximum power of 50W, suitable for pure smoking cessation.

  Recommendation 3: VTX Joker Mod + Avenger Atomizer

  The VTX Joker mod combines the stability of the Space Fortress with the explosive power of a sub-ohm box, with a maximum power of 200W, making it suitable for both smoking cessation and future cloud chasing. Among dual-battery mods, it’s one of the lightest. If you want a single-battery mod, go for the Space Fortress MINI; if you want a dual-battery mod, choose the VTX Joker. Pair it with the Avenger atomizer for the same reasons as above.

  For smoking cessation, I only recommend these three models. Some friends may want to not only quit smoking but also enjoy vaping, so here are some standout products in the smoking cessation and vaping category:

  Performance-Oriented: Sub-Ohm Box + Chess Atomizer

  If you want to quit smoking and also enjoy big vapor clouds, this is where you should start. It ignites quickly, is easy to operate, and has high potential for future playability when paired with PC kits. The appearance is large and thin. If you want something simpler, pair it with the Nautilus 2 atomizer; if you want to DIY, pair it with the Merlin or Chess atomizer.

  For those who love unique appearances:

  Some friends just like unique designs. Here are three options that are visually appealing and of decent quality, all dual-battery high-power boxes that can both help with smoking cessation and allow for future cloud chasing. Do you really need to worry about which one to choose? As a visual person, just pick based on looks!

  Luxury Mod: SX Mini G Class

  If you’re a high roller, you only buy the best. I recommend the SX Mini G Class, which has excellent chips and is a high-end classic, no further explanation needed. I suggest buying several atomizers at once, such as KF6, Nautilus, Chess, Merlin, and Little Snake, so you can frequently switch e-liquids. Then just enjoy!

  Luxury Mechanical Mod: VGOD

  I recommend the VGOD mechanical mod, the most prestigious mechanical mod in the world, from a company that excels in vapor culture. But be cautious; this is a mechanical mod, so beginners should not consider it at first.

  The Closest to Real Cigarette Flavor Pod: Fire Device ECS

  I only recommend this one pod, the new Fire Device ECS from Fire Device E-Cigarettes. It features e-liquids developed in collaboration with tobacco groups and burst beads; crushing the burst beads while inhaling delivers a rich pure tobacco flavor. Additionally, the nicotine absorbed per five puffs is approximately equivalent to that of one real cigarette, providing a great throat hit. I highly recommend it for long-time smokers looking to quit.

  E-Liquid Recommendations

  There’s a saying in the e-liquid world: “One hundred people, one hundred tastes,” meaning everyone has different preferences, which is different from regular cigarettes. I gradually supplement based on my preferences and recommend checking e-cigarette information websites for e-liquid reviews.

  Now that I finally have some time, let’s talk about e-liquids. Since “one hundred people, one hundred tastes” makes it hard to recommend, I’ll only suggest a few e-liquids that beginners are likely to accept, and the rest is up to you to “try a hundred herbs.”

  Recommendation 1: Caramel Tobacco Flavor—Halo E-Liquid (Tribeca, 15th President Flavor)

  It’s the familiar brand and flavor. Yes, old players might find it a bit cliché, but it’s still somewhat comforting. For beginners, I generally recommend starting with Halo e-liquids, imported from the USA, which most people find acceptable, and both Tribeca and 15th President can deliver some real tobacco flavor.

  Recommendation 2: Fruit Flavor—Mango Slush 888

  A recently popular fruit-flavored e-liquid, imported from the USA, combining green mango with mint for a refreshing taste, perfect for trying in summer.

  Recommendation 3: Caramel Tobacco Flavor—Chess (Ace Player Flavor)

  A representative of high-end e-liquids, imported from the USA, with an excellent reputation. Those who are not sensitive to price can try a bottle of its Ace Player flavor, which has a pure taste that is very memorable.

  PS: I am just a transporter of tutorials; the above recommendations are from the e-cigarette home forum experts. Some content I directly organized and brought over, and the original credit belongs to the experts. There are many posts from experts that everyone can see.