Versed Vaper TeamGet a great vaping experience for less with these top-quality, affordable vapes
Vaping can be expensive; but it doesnโt have to be! Whether youโre looking for your very first vape or just looking for a new one, weโve put together a list of the best cheap vape mods, kits, and pod vapes. Why shell out well over fifty dollars for a new vape when you can get one that is just as good for less?
If youโre on a budget and need a new vape, these devices are the perfect balance between performance and price. From cheap mods and kits to affordable pod vapes, weโve rounded up the best of the bunch for you down below.
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4.5
Outstanding
- Dimensions (Mod): 88.2mm x 35.4mm x 26.2mm
- Battery: Single 18650
- Output: 5-80W
- Modes: F(t)/Pulse/ECO/VV
- Screen Size: 0.96โ display
- Charging Type: Type-C
PROS
- Very light
- Nice UI and displays with three different themes
- Strong magnets on battery doors feel great
- Full set of modes for wattage mode vapers
- Great performance
CONS
- No TC mode
- Coils are difficult to remove
- No option to lock only adjustment buttons with physical locking switch
Why We Picked It
If youโre after a budget-friendly vape mod or kit that doesnโt skimp on performance or design, the VAPORESSO GEN SE is a standout choice. This compact, lightweight single-18650 device is perfect for mid-wattage direct-lung vapers, delivering up to 80W of power.ย
Right now, you can get the GEN SE mod for right around thirty-five dollars and the kit for only ten dollars more, which is a great value for the quality and performance that you get.ย
Despite its affordable price, the GEN SE feels premium. It has a clean, modern look and a sharp 0.96โ color display with three fun UI themes (including a UFO animation). The simplified control layout makes it beginner-friendly and features a convenient physical locking switch that locks the entire device.
The GEN SE comes with three modes (F(t), Pulse, ECO, and Variable Voltage). Thereโs no โregularโ wattage mode, which might be confusing for beginners, but F(t) and Pulse modes are essentially improved wattage modes, so most vapers will want to use these modes.
The kit comes with the iTank T which, while not as good as the iTank 2 due to being a top airflow tank, is still better than most top airflow tanks out there thanks to its top-to-bottom airflow design.ย
The only real disappointment with the GEN SE is that thereโs no temperature control mode, so if thatโs a mode you use, this isnโt the device for you. However, if you usually vape in wattage mode and want a no-fuss mod that delivers on performance at a low price, the GEN SE is a top pick.
Read our full review of the VAPORESSO GEN SE.
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Approx. Price: $55 USD
4.5
Outstanding
- Dimensions (Mod): 88.2mm x 49.9mm x 28.4mm
- Battery:ย Dual 18650
- Output: 5-220W
- Modes: F(t)/Pulse/ECO/VV
- Screen Size: 0.96″ TFT Color Display
- Charging Type: Type-C
PROS
- Very light mod/kit
- Simple but high-end design
- Full set of modes for wattage mode vapers
- Kit comes with two of VAPORESSO's excellent GTi coils
- Excellent airflow from RDL to DL
CONS
- No TC mode
- Coils are difficult to remove
- No option to lock only adjustment buttons with physical locking switch
Why We Picked It
The GEN MAX is the big brother to the GEN SE, and itโs every bit as light and high-quality, but with more power. If youโre a vaper who likes to vape at higher wattages, the dual battery GEN MAX is a great pick that can output up to 220W of power. But if you vape at low to mid wattages, it also makes a great choice as the dual batteries will allow it to last longer than single-battery mods.
The GEN MAX is only slightly more expensive than the GEN SE at around thirty-eight dollars for the mod and fifty dollars for the kit which includes the iTank T. With other good dual battery mods costings well over fifty-dollars, the GEN MAX is a total steal at this pricing.
The GEN MAX comes with three modes (F(t), Pulse, ECO, and Variable Voltage). Thereโs no โregularโ wattage mode, which might be confusing for beginners, but F(t) and Pulse modes are essentially improved wattage modes, so most vapers will want to use these modes.
The only disappointment with this mods is that thereโs no temperature control mode, and also thereโs no way to lock only the adjustment buttons. The lack of TC mode is understandable because itโs a rarely used feature these days but the locking switch could use some customization options in the menu.
If you arenโt a temperature control mode vaper, the GEN MAX is a great mod for the price.
Read our full review of the VAPORESSO GEN MAX.
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Approx. Price: $40-50 USD
4.5
Outstanding
- Dimensions (Mod): 90mm x 33mm x 28mm
- Battery: Single 18650
- Output: 5-100W
- Modes: SMART//ECO/RBA
- Screen Size: 0.96โ TFT display
- Charging Type: Type-C
PROS
- Compact and light for a single 18650 battery mod
- UI displays a lot of information without being crowded
- Physical locking switch is convenient to have
- Included UFORCE-X Nano tank is compatible with all PnP X coils
- Great RDL/DL performance and flavor from 0.3ฮฉ coil
CONS
- Can't lock only adjustment buttons
- Included 0.6ฮฉ coil is lackluster
Why We Picked It
The SPARK100 is a single-battery mod that brings a little bit of flair, too. Itโs small, compact, and feels great in the hand, and itโs also very light.
But what makes it stand out is the aptly named โstarlight panelโ which lights up with 144 LEDs when the screen is turned on, when vaping, or when charging. This lighting is visible but not obnoxious, and can be turned off completely if you so desire.
Light show aside, the SPARK100 ticks all the right boxes for a single battery mod; it’s compact but powerful, itโs nicely designed, and has just enough modes and features for some variety in the vaping experience.
The kit is even better and comes with the UFORCE-X Nano tank, a great DL/RDL tank that is compatible with all of VOOPOOโs many PnP X coils. Flavor from the included 0.3ฮฉ coil is particularly good, and even flavor chasing vapers wonโt be disappointed by the performance.
Right now weโre seeing the SPARK100 mod being sold for around thirty-five dollars, and the kit for forty-five dollars, which is great pricing for all that the mod and kit deliver.
Read our full review of the VOOPOO VINCI Spark100.
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Approx. Price: $35-45 USD
4.0
Excellent
- Dimensions: 106.2mm x 30.2mm x 21.3mm
- Pod Capacity: 4.5ml
- Output: Up to 40W (automatic adjustment)
- Airflow: MTL/RDL draw
- Battery Capacity: 2000mAh
- Charging: 1A Type-C
PROS
- Very lightweight (69g) for a device with a 2000mAh battery
- Beginner-friendly design; few features or settings to adjust
- 0.6ฮฉ pod delivers excellent flavor, throat hit, and versatility (MTL to RDL)
- Pods provide consistent flavor for ~30 days
- Excellent battery life (2 days with 0.8ฮฉ pod, 1โ1.5 days with 0.6ฮฉ)
CONS
- Only includes one 0.8ฮฉ pod (0.6ฮฉ pod sold separately)
- Fill plug is fiddly and hard to open
- Only 1A charging (1h10m to full charge)
Why We Picked It
If youโre looking for a simple and cheap MTL/RDL device with good battery life, the VINCI S checks all the boxes. At just $14, the VINCI S is a heck of a device for the money.
Itโs light, compact, and has a battery that lasts for days on a single charge. It also delivers really great flavor, a nice throat hit, and an excellent draw from RDL to MTL. The only catch is that youโll need to grab a pack of 0.6ฮฉ pods, sold separately, to get the most out of this device.
If you use the 0.8ฮฉ pod that comes in the box, itโs a decent vape, but youโre only going to get an MTL vape from it. The 0.8ฮฉ pod just felt a little underpowered in our testing, especially with lower-strength nicotine salt e-juices. Higher strength nic salts might do fine, but do yourself a solid and grab the 0.6ฮฉ pods.
As long as youโre not after a ton of user adjustability, like the ability to manually set your wattage, the VINCI S is a great, cheap vape.
Read our full review of the VOOPOO VINCI S.
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Approx. Price: $15 USD
4.0
Excellent
- Dimensions: 77mm x 44.7mm x 18mm
- Pod Capacity: 6ml
- Output: 30W Maximum
- Airflow: RDL/MTL draw
- Battery Capacity: 1000mAh
- Charging: 1A Type-C
PROS
- Small, lightweight, and discreet
- Inexpensive alternative to single-use vapes
- Loose draw and medium throat hit similar to disposables
- Large 6ml pod means fewer refills are needed
- E-liquid is easily visible down to the last drop
CONS
- Only one pod included
- Occasionally suffers from spit-back
- May be too simple for existing pod vapers
Why We Picked It
The Eco Nano 2 is another cheap pod vape that offers a lot for the money. The 6ml pod is a major selling point, allowing you to fill it and forget it for a while. The flavor and throat hit are solid, and the battery life is respectable. While it doesnโt offer much adjustability, itโs a cheap and easy-to-use vape that beginner vapers will appreciate.
Portability is a strong point of the Eco Nano 2. It feels tiny in the hand, and itโs very light at just 62g. But despite the small size and low weight, it feels solid, good quality, and durable.
A 0.6ฮฉ pod comes included with the Eco Nano 2. This pod works great for nicotine salts, but there are also 0.8ฮฉ and 1.2ฮฉ pods available, which will provide a tighter draw and less intense hit.
You get all of this for right around fourteen dollars. If price is a concern, the Eco Nano 2 is one of the best cheap pod vapes that you can get right now.
Read our full review of the VAPORESSO ECO NANO 2.
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Approx. Price: $15 USD
3.5
Good
- Dimensions: 112.2mm x 30.2mm x 18mm
- Pod Capacity: 3ml
- Output: 35W Maximum
- Airflow: RDL to tight MTL draw
- Battery Capacity: 1600mAh
- Charging: 1A Type-C
PROS
- Compatible with all GPP (G3, G4, G5) cartridges
- Strong, consistent flavor from both 0.6ฮฉ and 0.9ฮฉ pods (tested)
- Automatic wattage adjustment up to 35W based on pod
- Adjustable airflow for RDL to tight MTL draw
- 1600mAh battery offers 3-4 pods per charge and multiple days of use
CONS
- Larger and heavier than previous Lite/Mini devices
- 1A charging (1 hour 10 minutes full charge)
- Only one pod included in the box
Why We Picked It
The G5 Lite doesnโt have a display, modes, or any fancy features, but it delivers excellent performance and flavor at a price point that canโt be beat. For under ten dollars, the G5 Lite uses the same GPP pods as the more advanced (and expensive) Caliburn G5 and offers the same great performance.
Since itโs compatible with all GPP cartridges, which are available in 3ml and 2ml versions, and in four resistances from 0.4ฮฉ to 1.2ฮฉ, there are plenty of ways that you can use the G5 Lite. When using the 0.9ฮฉ pod, this device delivers a smooth MTL draw that is ideal for nic salts, but it can also offer a more powerful RDL draw with the 0.6ฮฉ pod.
The G5 Lite has a 1600mAh battery capacity, an increase of 500mAh over its predecessor. This results in noticeably better battery life, somewhere around 3-4 pods per charge and multiple days of use. In our testing, the performance was consistently impressive, with excellent flavor production with nic salts and the 0.9ฮฉ pod.
If you donโt care about all the bells and whistles, you really canโt go wrong with the G5 Lite for under ten bucks.
Read our full review of the Uwell Caliburn G5 Lite.
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Approx. Price: $10 USD
Are Cheap Vapes Worth It?
The good news is that โcheapโ doesnโt have to mean โlow quality.โ Many of todayโs affordable vapes, like those from VAPORESSO, VOOPOO, and Uwell, are designed with the same chipsets, coils, and materials that youโll find in more expensive devices. The main differences usually come down to fewer advanced features, smaller displays, or more basic finishes.ย
For beginners and casual vapers, a cheap vape will get you everything you need for a good vaping experience, without having to overspend.
Will a Cheap Vape Last?
Cheap vapes can last just as long as pricier devices if theyโre cared for properly. Pods and coils will need to be replaced regularly (just like with more expensive vapes), but the devices should last for months, or even years, with normal use.
Why Buy a Cheap Vape?
Budget vapes are ideal for:
- New vapers who want to try vaping without investing too much upfront.
- Disposable users looking to switch to a more long-term, environmentally friendly, and affordable option.
- Experienced vapers looking for a reliable backup device.
If youโre the type of vaper that likes to have every feature possible (temperature control, customizable watt curves, etc.), youโll need to look at higher-end devices. But if you just want a vape thatโs simple, reliable, and effective, the picks on this list are perfect.
How Much Should You Spend?
You can expect to spend:
- $10โ$15 for a solid pod vape.
- $30โ$50 for a dependable box mod or kit.
At these price points, youโre getting excellent value and longevity compared to disposables (which can cost nearly as much but only last a few days) or premium mods that run well over $70โ$100.
Final Thoughts
Cheap vapes are an excellent way to get into vaping or expand your collection without draining your wallet. Whether you go with a small pod device like the Caliburn G4 Mini, or a capable mod like the VAPORESSO GEN SE, these devices prove that affordability doesnโt have to come at the cost of performance.
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