We are in the midst of a vaping revolution in the UK, with record numbers of smokers switching to vaping as a far safer alternative, and the most effective way to quit. To have the best chance of quitting smoking successfully, finding the right MTL starter vape kit is crucial. Let’s take a look at the best options for 2023.
The vaping industry in 2023 has come on leaps and bounds compared to the one I first got involved with back in 2015. There was very little choice back then, even though it felt at the time as if our options were vast.
Smokers today can choose from an enormous range of vaping devices, which can sometimes feel overwhelming. With every penny we earn being squeezed at the moment, spending your hard earned money on a kit that might not suit you is a risk, which has led to the stupendous rise in popularity of disposable vapes.
Disposables are so simple to use, so cheap to get started with, and so effective at curbing the worst of the early cravings, that it's easy to see why smokers are starting to favour them against the more traditional starter vape kits. After all, anything that helps with the initial journey away from smoking cannot be dismissed out of hand.
However, as we’ve discussed at length in previous articles, disposables should not be seen as a long term solution to quitting smoking. Not only are they terrible for the environment, they also work out to be the least cost effective way to vape in the long run. Once you’re sure that vaping is right for you, you need to upgrade to a refillable and rechargeable MTL vape kit.
Our choice of MTL vape kits for 2023
We’ve taken advice from the experts here at Vape UK HQ, as well as analysing all of the helpful feedback and reviews from our customers, to help you select the best MTL vaping kit. If you’re looking to quit smoking without opting for disposables, feel it’s time to upgrade from disposables, or (like me) you’re a habitual mouth-to-lung (MTL) vaper shopping for a new kit, here are our recommendations for the best MTL starter vape kits for 2023.
SMOK Novo 4 Pod Kit - Go to product
Aspire Pockex Pen Kit - Go to product
Vaporesso Gen Fit Box Kit - Go to product
Best MTL pod vape kit - SMOK Novo 4
Each iteration in the SMOK Novo range gets better and better; and with Novo 4 a star was truly born.
The simplicity of use belies some really clever features, and the 5W to 25W power can be easily adjusted to cater for your personal vaping preferences.
Novo 4 features a new leak-proof, replacement LP1 coil design and revised type-c usb fast charging system that takes you from zero to fully charged in just 90 minutes. The airflow can be modified by turning the air-inlet ring on the side of the device to effortlessly change from a loose to a tight draw.
It’s available in ten stunning colour options, on a sleek and discreet body that utilises durable materials to withstand daily wear and tear. The SMOK Novo 4 is definitely our selection for best MTL pod kit (so far) this year.
Best MTL pen vape kit - Aspire Pockex
Topping the list of best MTL pen kits for the second year in a row is the slender Pockex from the vaping masters, Aspire. It is the ultimate all-in-one (AIO) pen kit; its discreet size, and low-profile sub-ohm vapour production, make it your must have vape for indoor and outdoor use.
They’ve packed a 1500mAh rechargeable battery inside a compact 12cm x 2cm body, which means it can be hidden away in any pocket or purse when not in use.
The tank is refilled from the top, rather than the bottom, which means you can replace the coil without needing to first drain any remaining e-liquid from the tank.
Speaking of coils, they utilise U-tech technology, for a better vaping experience, and are available in two resistances. The 0.6ohm 316L stainless steel coil is good for both flavour and vapour production, while the 1.2ohm Kanthal coil is a perfect choice if you prefer high nicotine e-liquid.
There are eleven finishes to choose from, including five sensational Anniversary Edition colour options. Our customers still love it, and we just know that you will too.
Best MTL box vape kit - Vaporesso Gen Fit
If you prefer the style of a more traditional looking box kit, but are put off by all the bells and whistles of the modern versions, you need to opt for a box vape kit that it specifically designed for MTL vapers. Many box kits nowadays are designed to cater for both MTL and DTL vapers, which means that they need to come with features that allow for sub-ohm vaping. This can result in a device that is far too bulky and over engineered for the needs of the average MTL vaper.
With the Vaporesso Gen Fit MTL starter kit, you get a compact, lightweight, and discreet box vaping kit that is simple and elegant. It features draw-activation as well as button activation, and has a pulse mode that delivers uninterrupted power and pure flavour to the last puff.
Gen Fit comes with the 2ml (TPD compliant) iTank M tank, and a brand-new 1.2Ω MTX coil, dedicated to true MTL vaping. It’s ideal for pairing with 50/50 freebase or nic-salt e-liquids.
Although new to the market, Gen Fit is already getting a great reaction from customers which is why we had to include it as our choice of MTL box vape kit for 2023.
Mouth-to-lung vape kit recommendations 2023
These three MTL kits represent the products that we will recommend to anyone asking us for our advice right now. However, as we’ve already established, the vaping industry innovates quickly, and improvements to vaping hardware are constantly on the go. What we recommend today might very well change next month.
As such, we will continue to update this guide to ensure our recommendations are always completely up to date. If, for any reason, none of these kits sound up your street, get in touch. We’ve got loads more fantastic starter vape kits available, so we’re sure to find you the perfect product for your particular vaping style.
Why choose starter kits over disposables?
As discussed at the start of this article, disposables are proving to be extremely effective at getting smokers that may be sceptical about vaping to give it a go. That’s down to there being minimal initial monetary outlay, and no complexity to the device. However, all the waste associated with single use vape bars adds to our environmental struggles.
However, once you’ve decided that vaping is the way forward to keep you off the fags, you really should be switching up to a refillable/rechargeable device.
We’re not saying that rechargeable devices don’t impact the environment as well. They need to be responsibly recycled just like their disposable counterparts. However, with a bit of care, their substantial longevity in comparison is certainly more beneficial.
According to our sales data, the average rechargeable device lasts for eight months; compare this to the average disposable which lasts for just two days.
If you’re finding yourself stuck between wanting to switch away from disposables, but not quite ready to take the plunge with a more costly and/or complex vaping device, then we have another option to share with you.
Vape UK Bundle Kits
We’ve introduced a range of Vape UK Bundle Kits, which has been carefully curated to provide everything you’ll need for a seamless and cost effective transition away from single use vape bars.
Priced between £17.99 and £24.99, these three MTL starter vape kit and e-liquid bundles have been specifically selected to work perfectly together.
By opting for one of our bundles, you also stand to save a bundle! Refillable vape kits are far more cost-effective in the long run. One 10ml bottle of premium e-liquid can be purchased from as little as £2, and gives you the equivalent volume of vape juice as five disposable kits, which would set you back £20!
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About the author - Nicola Webster
Nicola Webster works as a researcher, consultant, and content creator for Vape UK. She holds a CIM Level 6 Diploma in Professional Marketing and has developed her skills and knowledge of analytics and research over a 12 year career in product marketing. Her research led approach to campaigns and content writing ensures the articles she writes for Vape UK always have a basis in fact and cut through the noise. A strong advocate for tobacco harm reduction, Nicola is an ex-smoker thanks to vaping and wants others to understand the benefits of vaping compared to smoking. 
