This thing has no throat hit and hardly any vapor. But I suppose if you want to smoke it like a cigar then it would work. So far I've tried everything, long drags, short, drags, taking primer puffs, and God knows what else, but nothing seems to be working. Maybe my SD has just spoiled me?? I can't be bothered to see how long the battery will last because I already hate it. The high carts that come with it are pretty good though I've got a nice nicotine buzz going, not sure what mg they are probably 18 I'm guessing. But if you're looking for an alternative to smoking this is definitely not the way to go, but I suppose it could work for someone who is just going to pretend its a cigar and puff on it. Just don't buy it you're going to be extremely disappointed.