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Here is a great article pasted from cigbuyer.com about the differences between disposable and rechargeable e-cigarettes. Definitely brings up a ton of good points that could answer questions you have had about whether you are ready to delve into the world of vaping.

Disposable vs. Rechargeable E-Cigs

Although we primarily discuss rechargeable e-cigarettes on our website, most companies also produce disposable products that you can buy online – as well as in gas stations and convenience stores. There are a variety of benefits to choosing rechargeable e-cigarettes, but there’s also a few reasons you might want to consider a disposable e-cigarette too. Here are the differences and why you might choose one type of e-cigarette over another:

Disposable E-Cigarettes

Disposable e-cigarettes are offered by most of the major electronic cigarette companies and are available almost everywhere – gas stations, smoke shops, convenience stores, etc. They provide a simple and convenient way to enjoy vaping, but are only designed to last a single charge cycle. Typically, one disposable e-cig is equivalent to 1-2 packs of cigarettes, and once it’s finished, you throw it away.

For those that are looking for simplicity and convenience, a disposable e-cig is a decent choice, especially if you don’t have access to any other options. Disposables are also a nice way to get a feel for a particular company’s products without actually committing to a more expensive, rechargeable kit. But keep in mind, it’s much more expensive to purchase disposable e-cigs (over time) and you won’t have nearly as many options in design, flavor, nicotine levels and other features.

Pros of Disposable E-Cigs:

Simple and convenient

No need to worry about refills or charging

Lower upfront costs ($5 to $10 each)

Cons of Disposable E-Cigs:

Limited flavor, nicotine and design options

Low quality, throw-away product

Weak performance when compared to most rechargeables

More costly in the long-run

* Many of the companies on our website offer disposable and rechargeable e-cigs (ie: Apollo, Blu, Eversmoke, Green Smoke, V2. etc.)

Rechargeable E-Cigarettes

For most vapers, rechargeable e-cigs are the best choice since they perform better, cost less over time and have so many available options. Unlike a disposable, you simply recharge the battery whenever it runs low and refill or replace the cartridge whenever it stops producing vapor. Rather than being limited to whatever flavor is available with a disposable, you can choose from a virtually unlimited array of pre-filled replacement cartridges and e-liquids. If you don’t like a flavor or need to change nicotine levels, it’s easy and cost-effective to switch. Although you’ll pay more upfront for a starter kit, in the long-run the replacement cartridges and e-liquids are much cheaper than buying disposable e-cigs.

In addition to the wider range of flavor and refill options, rechargeable e-cigarettes come in a variety of different styles that provide varying levels of convenience and performance. It will be impossible to produce the same type of vapor, throat hit or battery life you can get from a rechargeable kit – especially if you choose larger, higher-end batteries and mods.

Pros of Rechargeable E-Cigs:

Lots of options! Multiple designs, flavors, nicotine, etc.

Higher-quality product – built to last

Much better performance

Lower long-term costs ($1 to $2 for refills)

Cons of Rechargeable E-Cigs:

Must refill and recharge regularly

Advanced versions can be quite complex

Higher upfront costs ($30 to $70 per starter kit)

Which Option is Best…

In general, rechargeable e-cigarettes are a better choice for most people since they provide so much flexibility, improved performance and lower long-term costs. But for those that need a convenient quick-fix, or those looking to experiment with different brands, a disposable e-cigarette might be an option worth considering. Keep in mind, disposable e-cigs will not perform exactly the same as the rechargeable versions offered by most companies, but a disposable will give you a good idea about the general quality, performance and flavor prior to purchasing a complete kit.

Check out the original article at the link below:

http://www.cigbuyer.com/disposable-vs-rechargeable-e-cigarettes/

There are many different kinds of e-cigarettes out on the market today. I feel they can be broken down in into 4 categories. The disposables (or minis), mid-size (or manuals), the cartridge rechargeables, and the mods (or advanced personal vaporizer). With so many options its hard to know which one is the right choice for you. So, to start I am going to break down what are the differences.

The Disposables

You've seen these in gas stations and smoke shops. They are branded as many things including portable hookahs, but essentially they are just disposable e-cigarettes. Depending on the brand you can get them in a wide range of flavors and nicotine levels from classic tobacco to purple haze. These are disposable though and usually only last about 500 puffs, which is equivalent to just a little more than a pack of cigarettes.

(Try keeping a count next time you go through a pack of cigarettes and see if it stands true)

Most of these are either manual or automatic but there isn't much leeway in how much nicotine you are consuming or what flavors are offered. They can be great for a beginner to see if just the act of smoking an e-cig is just too futuristic though. I have found these to be helpful if you are in a pinch and going on a long flight or if you are going to be at an event where you don't want to be in and out of a place to fill that craving. They aren't usually terribly expensive either so throwing one of these away when the light inventively dims isn't so tragic.

Mid-Size or Manual E-cigarettes

These you have probably seen and are the most popular out on the market today. They consist of a battery and a tank. You are responsible for picking out what kind of liquid goes in that tank and filling them yourself. The batteries have a button on them somewhere that allows it to vaporize the liquid in the tank to deliver to you a vapor form of your nicotine and flavor of choice. Batteries come in a sizes and some even have the ability to change their voltage to get a higher level of vapor out of the tank. These batteries can be as simple as just a button and light to as complicated as having an LCD screen and even be plugged into your computer to download how many puffs you are taking and at what intervals.

While these are the most popular you also have the option to change out what kind of tanks you put on these batteries. There are standard cheap tanks that will get the job done but if you want to not have to buy a new tank every 4-6 weeks for just a little more money you can get ones that only have to have the coils on the inside changed out. There are also glass tanks for better taste, different kinds of coils with wicks or wickless. The options are pretty much endless and can be somewhat confusing if you are just trying to kick a bad habit.

Cartridge Rechargeables

These I am sure you have seen. Many companies are branding these to not only be small and look like cigarettes but they are considered automatic. No button, no filling the tank, no hassle. Everything comes prepackaged and ready for you to just twist it all together and inhale. While this can be convenient, it can also cause many issues. 

For one you don't have the ability to choose what flavor you want outside of what is being offered. Their nicotine levels too can be confusing because instead of saying 6mg or 18mg it is packaged as zero, low, high. The biggest downfall I have found is even though they are small and can even look like a cigarette, they just don't produce the amount of vapor or hit in my throat to give me satisfaction that I am actually smoking. So even though I may be receiving the right amount of nicotine, I still am craving the feeling of a cigarette.

Mechanical Mods (APV)

Finally the Mods! These are not for the casual user. These are the huge e-cigs that look like something out of a H.R. Giger drawing. They have tons of moving pieces and are usually pretty heavy. For some more experienced users who want to take complete control of their habit you might end up down this road.

These e-cigs can be completely modified to fit anyone's specific needs. These usually use replaceable batteries instead of straight rechargable ones, which mean when they go out that's easy and cheap to replace. They also use different kinds of tanks that can be built and rebuilt to fit your needs. This allows you to get the most taste out of your flavor and can be much more enjoyable in the end. They are all completely manual, meaning you need to press a button for them to start vaping. These kinds are not only for the experienced but also the hobbyist.

So there you have it. The 4 different kinds of e-cigarettes out today. While each one of those can be broken down even further at least now you have a clearer definition of what each one can do and if it would be suitable for you.