Clear leader/s?

[Tom Lauten]

Is there a sense of "the best of the best" amongst you lot in terms of what ecigarettes there are out there in the UK (or easily available) that people really rate on the whole?

I am going for cigars and a pipe first but a cig vape does have its appeal.

Are there some that don't have custon refillable carts etc. I don't want or need the nicotine so I'm in it for the flavours, sensation and fun. A true "hobbiest" as it were.

[BarryK]

All the repututable brands (those recommended in these forums) are of similar quality, collective wisdom suggests that Janty are the best and certainly have one of the best guarantees.

In my experience David Yang supplies the most effective atomisers and always replaces faulty components promptly.

The big failing with all makes (except the 'Screwdriver' and other custom devices, is the batteries - they are just not up to the job and don't last long.

A lot of us have built our own battery cases using ni-mh or Li-ion batteries, with manual switches - take a look at the 'modders' section for information on custom jobs, and the 'hints and tips' section for other innformation re cleaning atomisers, also recipes for making your own e-liquids.

[SpaceCadet]

For me, the most consistently good vape is the penstyle/801/classic (whatever it's called!) from e-cigs.co.uk. I have this on battery and passthrough. It's a little on the long side, but packs some power! Great for dripping as well as cart use, and flavours come out pretty good with it too

[Tom Lauten]

The search continues...thanks!

I have seen mention of "dripping" but not sure what it is. I assume it is by passing the cart and getting a larger amount of fluid on the atomiser for a "mega-hit"? Is that near right? LOL!

[SpaceCadet]

I have seen mention of "dripping" but not sure what it is. I assume it is by passing the cart and getting a larger amount of fluid on the atomiser for a "mega-hit"? Is that near right? LOL!

Pretty much spot on, but just use 2 drops directly on the atomiser at a time and repeat when it's run out, to avoid flooding and getting fluid in the battery I think it gives better flavour and vapour in some ecigs (particularly the Evo), although I'm happy enough with cartridges in the penstyle as it does a pretty good job of drawing all the fluid out!

[Mungo]

Well i'm a fan of the Screwdriver which is regarded as expensive to buy, but it is a workhorse which uses easily available and cheap consumables. Mind you, my Janty Kissbox cost about the same really.

It looks nothing like a cigarette tho. i just wish i'd bought it first, would have saved me a pretty penny i can tell you.

[Kula]

My clear favourite is Intellicig's EVOlution electronic cigarette.

It is extremely well made and very reliable. I have been using one for over a month now with no hardware issues whatsoever. The draw is very cigarette like, the batteries last a decent time (my wife, who was a very light smoker, manages to last the whole day on one battery - I tend to use two) and Intellicig's customer service is excellent.

Kula.

[frogbmth]

I have owned several 901s, an rn4075, kissbox and Dura-C. The Dura wins hands down for me and the warranty is a huge plus. However beware, many vapers buy many units before settling on our favourites and we all have different ideas about what is 'nice' or 'best'

If I had to have just one unit it wouldnt be an ecig at all, it would be my I-Inhale, but few would make the same judgement. Read as much feedback as you can, and then make your own choice. Above all, enjoy every minute of it!

Andy

[tribalmasters]

I agree its gotta be the 801/RN4072 penstyle from e-cigs! Tho I have a Dura on the way so that may change hehe!

[Nick O'Teen]

minipipe - definitely. It easily rivals the screwdriver for vapour production, runs cooler so no harsh flavours, large capacity (1.1ml) carts, and takes standard 801 atomizers. They drip fine, they top off fine, the battery's bigger than most cig-style ecigs (250mAh), so lasts longer. There are some concerns about atomizer reliability, but bestecig.com's work for me (avoid Eastmall's though - you'll be lucky to get more than a week out of them!)

Of course, you'll have to get a screwdriver as well. They're compulsory.
But for regular everyday easy smoking, it's got to be the minipipe.