2021 has seen plenty of new Vape Pod Systems reach the UK Market from leading brands such as Voopoo, Uwell and Vaporesso.

In this blog, we'll explain the concept of a Pod System Vape, hand-pick the 3 best Pod Vapes in our opinion, and also view how Pod Systems are ideal ways to enjoy a discreet on-the-go nicotine hit and why many people find them to be the best device for nicotine salt e-liquid.

What is a Pod system?

A Pod system is a Vape Device which is compact and uses vape pods instead of a traditional atomizer which you'll recognise inside a Vape Tank. The concept of the atomizer and pod are identical since they both create vapour from e-liquid, but with the new technology of pod systems, they are designed to provide an ultimate vaping experience with a small form factor which makes them very popular to both those quitting smoking and also those experienced vapers that would like something discreet and not overly bulky.

Pod systems have been popular in the UK market for years now and due to Nicotine Salt taking over the vaping world, we’re seeing lots more Vape Pod Mods and Pod Kits.

Nicotine salts E-Liquid give you a much smoother mouth-to-lung vaping experience in comparison to Freebase Nicotine E-Liquid, however, it's subjective as to which style gives more of a natural traditional cigarette like hit.

 The Vinci Pod Kit by Voopoo - Mouth To Lung Pod Kit

The Vinci Pod Kit by Voopoo is a compact, small device with simple yet effective functionality. Featuring no buttons, air-flow adjustment and easy to fill 2ml Pods!

The Device has no buttons and is draw-activated so once you inhale on the mouth-piece, vapour will be created.

This pocket friendly pod kit is powered by an 800mAh battery and supports the brand new coil technology manufactured by Voopoo. 
The Vinci Pod kit is available in a plethora of exciting colours such as Aurora Silver, Carbon Fibre Black and Pine Grey, and textures with fingerprint, shock proof and waterproof functionality.

The single grain, single plating of the exterior is wear and shock proof while the disposable pod utilizes a leak resistant structure which has proven very successful with brand new ITO vaporisation technology for a higher quality and denser flavour experience for use with your favourite e-liquids.

The Vinci Pod Kit has a steady 15 Watt output which maintains a smooth, flavourful experience without stuttering thanks to the new GENE chip found inside the device. The Device is charged via USB-C and tests show it can charge fully within 40 minutes which is everything desired in a nice and simple pod kit.

Does the Vinci Pod Kit have adjustable air flow control?

The Vinci Pod Kit by Voopoo does have adjustable air-flow control (AFC) which can be adjusted by sliding the small rocker on the side of the device up or down. By sliding the rocker up, it reduces the amount of air passing through the coil which will result in a tighter draw to resemble a sensation more like a cigarette. If you slide the rocker down, it allows for more air to pass through the coil creating looser vape. We would recommend fine-tuning the AFC (Air-Flow Control) to meet your preference. 

How do I refill the Vinci Pod Kit?

The Vinci Pod kit is refilled via a rubber tab which is located towards the base of the plastic vape pod. The Vinci Pod kit holds 2ml of E-Liquid.

The Vinci Pod Kit is compatible with the all new Vinci Pod Cartridge which is found here and is available in 0.8 Ohm resistance which reaches a desired effect for Nicotine Salt and all 50% VG / 50% PG E-Liquid which supports the claim to be a successful pod vape.

The XROS Pod Vape Kit by Vaporesso - Mouth To Lung Pod Kit

The Xros Vape Pod Kit is created by a leading brand, Vaporesso and is steadily becoming one of the most popular pod vapes! The Xros has simple operation via 1 single button, which turns the device on in 5 clicks and by holding the button while vaping, it produces a more powerful inhale compared to using the other key feature of this device which is inhale-activation meaning if you were to just inhale via the mouth piece, vapour would be created without holding any buttons. The Xros puts out 20 Watts of power into the coil whilst holding the button which creates a bit more vapour than a standard pod kit, however this is fine tuned via the air flow control (AFC).

The Xros has a flat shape but resembles a pen-style vape mod. The Xros features an 800mAh built-in battery that is housed in a stainless steel body.
By using top filling mesh pods and an easy to use adjustable airflow system, the Xros maximizes the effectiveness of flavour and nicotine satisfaction.

With the onboard Type-C port you can fully recharge the Xros device in 45 minutes which is also a key factor which makes the XROS a leading vape Pod kit. 

Does the XROS Pod Kit have adjustable air flow control?

The XROS Pod Kit by Vaporesso does have adjustable air-flow control (AFC) which can be adjusted by sliding the small rocker on the flat side of the device, which is opposite the firing button, left or right. By sliding the rocker to the right, it reduces the amount of air passing through the coil which will result in a tighter draw to resemble a sensation more like a cigarette. If you slide the rocker to the left, it allows for more air to pass through the coil creating looser vape. We would recommend fine-tuning the AFC (Air-Flow Control) to meet your preference. 

How do I refill the Xros Pod Kit?

The Xros Pod Kit pods are refilled by removing the mouthpiece from the Xros pod. There's a black, rubberised fill port on the top of the pod which allows you to fill up to 2ml of E-Liquid into the pod.

Replacement Xros Pods available for the Xros are in a 0.8Ohm and a 1.2Ohm variant which allow for the choice between a more or less dense vapour to fine-tune your set up to how you enjoy to vape. 

The Caliburn Pod Vape Kit by Uwell - Mouth To Lung Pod Kit

The Caliburn has held a legendary status in the vaping world since its release and years later, it's still held in such high regard and popularity. The Caliburn Pod kit has some simple yet innovative features such as inhale-activation, a slim form factor which makes it a compact and pocketable Vape Kit. 

The Caliburn has a 520mAh battery and is re-charged using a micro-usb cable and has one button on the device. The button is used for turning the device on and off with 5 clicks and also used as an additional fire button which would provide a more intense vapour production. Many people have held the Caliburn in high regard due to its success of being such a great quit smoking vape because of its form factor and ease of use. 

Does the Caliburn Pod Kit have adjustable air flow control?

The Caliburn Pod Kit does not have adjustable air-flow control. The air-flow from the pods resemble a loose mouth to lung vape inhale.

How do I refill the Caliburn Pod Kit?

The Caliburn Pod Kit Vape is re-filled by removing the mouth piece from the pod. You can then re-fill the Caliburn pods by pouring e-liquid into either the left or right fill ports, but not down the centre.

The Caliburn Pod Kit can be paired with two different coil types,  the 1.2 Ohm KoKo Pod (which was released with the Caliburn Koko) and the 1.4 Ohm Caliburn Pod. The Caliburn pods are of a very simple build yet create great vape flavour. The Caliburn Pods are designed to be used with thin based e-liquid such as nicotine salt.

What's the best Vape Pod Kit?

You may still be left with some questions such as "What's the best Pod Vape?" The best vape pod kit is a personal preference and everyone will have a different opinion and taste over devices. I would suggest the best Vape Pod Kit is the one that helped you quit smoking. For many people that is the Uwell Caliburn due to its popularity however because of its age, it doesn't feature the modern day standard of USB-C Fast charging, however the taste produced from it is fantastic. The Vinci Pod kit produces great flavour and is one of the smallest vape kits available. The Vaporesso XROS kit has a robust build quality and is taller in height which some might prefer. 

All of the products mentioned in this blog are great pieces of Kit and are perfect for nicotine salt vaping however the choice is up to you! They all utilise refillable vape pods in ergonomic and efficient ways.

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