E Cig Reviews on the Best E Cigarettes of 2013

Vapor4Life is well-known across the vaping community for their Classic and Original Vapor Kings, along with some of the more advanced options available. The Vapor Titan is their newest battery, and we put all three to the test in this extensive review. Bursting with flavor options and nicotine levels, V4L e-cigs definitely offer more choice than the majority of electronic cigarette brands. Overall, the batteries are long-lasting and responsive, and the flavors are well-executed on the whole. From an aesthetic point of view, every battery is a head-turner, and there are plenty of design options. However, although the vapor production from the Classic and Original Vapor Kings and the XL-size Titans is in line with the best in the industry, the Regular-size Titans disappoint in the vapor department. V4L is a fantastic manufacturer, but not the best.

777 eCigs isn't the most illustrious name in the world of e-cigs, but their range of e-liquids and starter kits is gaining them attention. The Standard Starter Kit and the Ladies’ Signature Series are put to the test, and the overall impression is a positive one. However, in the crowded e-cig market 777 eCigs has a big challenge ahead of them if they want to stand out. The brand offers four nicotine levels, 16 flavor options and plenty of designs, and you also get the option of automatic or manual batteries. Everything is executed adequately, but nothing rises up to the level of the industry-leaders. The flavors are good, but not great. The vapor production is suitable, but not impressive. This is true for most elements of the e-cig, but problems with mouthpiece leakage and the measly throat-hit ultimately let it down.

Bedford Slims is a relative unknown in the world of electronic cigarettes. Don’t discount them on that basis, though; if you use a surface-level feature of the e-cig to judge it, use the logo. The Victorian-style sculpted mustache epitomizes the hipster vibe which overrides the design of the e-cig, a sure indication of its Williamsburg, NY roots. If you can get past this branding decision, Bedford Slims is worthy of consideration. The vapor production is above average, and the batteries can definitely last you for a day of vaping. However, the fairly basic starter kits, widely-spaced nicotine levels and small selection of flavors inevitably holds the brand back. If you’re looking for a low-price e-cig (and you happen to love retro facial hair), this could well be the perfect brand for you. They aren't going to take over the world, but we’re happy they’re on the map.

Halo Cigs is a name many vapers will recognize from their eponymous range of e-liquids, but the G6 is their attempt to create an e-cigarette vapers will come to depend on, improving on their previous Element range. This e cigarette review puts the G6 Basic Starter Kit to the test, and it comes off well overall. Halo runs into the same problem as many decent e-cig manufacturers, though, since their e-cig delivers in a lot of ways, but can’t really compete with the best e cigarette brands. Many elements of the G6 deserve praise – most notably the responsive battery, the leakage-minimizing mouthpiece design, choice of manual or automatic batteries and the wide selection of American-made e-liquids – but the brand doesn't separate itself from the pack in key areas like vapor production and battery life. Overall, you wouldn't be disappointed with the G6, but you’d also be missing out on something better.

Vantage Vapor is the affordable imprint of V2 Cigs, sporting a more cigarette-like appearance with the same reliable manufacturing. This e cig review looks at the Vantage Starter Kit, taking into account its role as the V2 option for vapers hoping to spend less. The only worry is that it’s inferior-by-design, in order to drive users to the flagship brand. The high-quality manufacturing shows through strongly with the Vantage Vapor e-cig, despite the price. The packaging may be more understated than with V2, and the vapor production and battery life might not be as good, but you’re still getting a dependable electronic cigarette. If you’re on a budget, it performs as well as the majority you’d find for the same price, and you can even use V2 cartridges with the Vantage battery. Objectively, it isn’t the best you’ll find, but it still makes for a good vape.

The Premium Vapes e-cig seems like a budget option, but we've put the PR110 Starter Kit to the test to see what it really has to offer. Premium was founded in 2008, and its reputation has been thoroughly-earned. The brand offers a wide selection of hard-hitting flavors, five nicotine levels (with 24mg cartridges for the heaviest smokers) and plenty of battery designs, but is it quantity over quality? Well, the fact of the matter is that Premium Vapes – despite being a veteran company – falls around the middle of the pack when it comes to beginner-level e-cigs. The e-cig performs well, producing thick streams of vapor and packing a notable throat-hit, but the relatively short battery life is the main limitation. It’s still a solid offering, but without a more substantial length of time between charges, heavy users could find something more suitable elsewhere.

SmokeTip isn't going to win any beauty contests. Thankfully for the brand, vaping isn't a beauty contest, so we put the Electronic Cigarette Kit through extensive testing to see how it compares with other electronic cigarette brands. For more affordable brands, it’s important to consider their bang-for-the-buck quality, as well as objectively comparing them to other options, but unfortunately the picture for SmokeTip really isn't too pretty. Many elements of the e-cig deserve praise, with the wide selection of solid flavors being especially notable, but in most areas it doesn't match up to the competition. The battery doesn't last long enough between charges for the heaviest vapers, the vapor production is adequate at best and the throat hit is disappointing. Overall, it isn't the worst e-cig in the world, but even when it’s considered as a budget option it doesn't fare too well.

In the rapidly-evolving world of e-cigs, brands can fold in the blink of an eye. Chase Cigs is one of the unfortunate companies who've caved under financial pressures, and any vapers who've tried the brand will be sad to see them go. They may not have been the biggest name, but our review of the Standard Starter Kit showed that they weren't just your average manufacturer. Chase Cigs didn't produce a perfect e-cig, but the vapor production and battery life was impressive. The brand didn't offer too many flavor options, and they could have done with a stronger nicotine level for heavier smokers, but it was still a well-manufactured and dependable e-cig. The competitive pressure may have been too much for them, however, because although the product was good, many improvements would have been needed for it to have competed with the big players.

Vapor Couture may be the first name that comes to mind when you think of a woman’s e-cigarette, but Vaping Vamps is starting to make waves too. We've put their starter kit through some rigorous testing to see if they can compete with the V2-subsidiary’s might. It’s a hungry up-and-comer, offering a women’s e-cig at a considerably cheaper price than their main competition, and the conclusion is a surprisingly positive one. The e-cigarette offers good vapor production, some delicious and unique flavors, a variety of nicotine levels and a sleek, feminine design. There are still some issues, though, including a pretty short battery life, the lack of a throat hit and the limited flavor selection being the most notable. The future is promising, however, and if the battery is improved and more flavors added, it could be a contender not just for women, but for all vapers.

Ozone Smoke is rapidly gaining favor amongst e-cigarette users, and our review looks at both the more extensive Premium Kit and the new Mini Kit. The Premium Kit falls in the average starter kit price range, but the Mini Kit is a trimmed-down, express version which you can get your hands on for much cheaper. The manufacturer makes a good impression on the whole, offering good vapor production, substantial battery life on the bigger options, plenty of flavor options and a range of nicotine levels, but it isn't quite up there with the industry leaders. There are plenty of positive things to say about Ozone Smoke, but sadly it’s ordinarily a case of “good,” not “great,” or plus-points for the e cig brand which comes with some limitations. The Premium Kit is the best option because it comes with a spare battery, but you should consider other electronic cigarette brands before you commit.