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smokepope Device Studio
Vape Advisor – which e-cigarette is right for you?
Describe how you want to vape in a single sentence. Popy compares every device in the smokepope range against your wishes – draw style, battery, power output, handling, budget – and tells you the device, the matching pod, the resistance and the wattage. You'll also find calculators here for ohms, watts, battery life and atomiser running costs.
3Draw styles: MTL, RDL, DL
0.15–1.8Ohm in the range
6Calculators, no sign-up needed
Vape Advisor
What kind of e-cigarette are you after?
Popy is comparing the devices …
Brief interruption.
Popy only recommends products that smokepope actually stocks, and lists the draw style, battery and wattage window for every device. Please don't enter any personal data.
Optional: narrow it down further
Draw style
System
Experience
Battery
Budget
Nicotine
Troubleshooting
This is usually the cause
Still happening? Tell Popy above which device and which resistance you're using – he'll track down the right replacement for you.
Your starter set
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Atomiser – this is where you choose the resistance. A spare pod at home saves you from a day without vaping.
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Resistance
Power output
Voltage
Nicotine
This wattage falls outside the range your atomiser can handle. Too little makes it gurgle, too much makes it scorch.
Add the set to your basket
Total
One item is currently out of stock – ask Popy for an alternative.
You pick your liquid in the Liquid Mixer – it knows your device and suggests flavours and strengths that suit it.
Toolbox
Six calculators for ohms, watts, batteries and atomisers
Everything calculates right here in your browser – no sign-up, no waiting, no AI. Each calculator shows the formula it uses and can pass its values up to the advisor above if you wish.
Ohm, watt and volt calculator
Enter the resistance and power – the calculator works out the voltage and current and tells you which type of draw that resistance belongs to.
Voltage
Current
Typical draw
Usual wattage range
This combination falls outside the usual range for ohms. Too few watts makes the atomiser gurgle; too many makes it burn – stick to the wattage printed on the pod.
U = √(P × R) · I = √(P ÷ R) · P = U² ÷ R
Battery calculator: how long does a charge last?
From battery capacity, power and draw length, you can work out how many puffs a single charge delivers – and how often you'll need to plug in during the day.
Puffs per charge
Charges per day
One charge lasts
Energy content
Calculated at 85% efficiency. Real cells deliver less under heavy load, and cold costs extra. If you want to stay under one charge a day, these values suggest you'll need around .
Puffs = mAh × 3.7 V × 3.6 × 0.85 ÷ (Watts × Seconds)
Atomiser calculator: what does your coil cost per month?
Pack price, quantity and lifespan give you the running costs – the number that really matters when comparing two devices.
Per month
Per unit
Per year
Extending lifespan: stay in the lower half of the wattage range, let the pod soak for five minutes before your first puff, and choose sweetener-free e-liquids – sucralose caramelises on the coil and costs you flavour.
Cost per month = Price ÷ Units × 30 ÷ Lifespan
Charging time calculator
How long your device stays plugged in comes down to two numbers: capacity and charging current. Fast charging at 2 A halves the time compared with a 1 A port.
Full charge
From 20 to 80%
A 15% surcharge is included: the last few percent charge more slowly on every cell. Don't charge overnight or below 10 °C, and your battery will hold its capacity for longer.
Hours = mAh ÷ (Amps × 1000) × 1.15
Battery safety: what continuous current does your setup need?
For devices with replaceable battery cells only. The calculator tells you how much current your settings draw and whether the cell is allowed to deliver that on a continuous basis.
Current required
Headroom over the cell
Not enough headroom. A cell should be rated at least 2 A above the calculated current – otherwise it gets hot, ages quickly and, in the worst case, becomes dangerous. Lower the power or use a higher resistance.
A note on our range: every e-cigarette at smokepope has a built-in battery and manages this current itself. This calculator is for battery mods using 18650 or 21700 cells that you use elsewhere. Damaged coils or wraps must be replaced, never repaired with tape.
I = √(P ÷ R) · Headroom = CDR − I
From disposables to a refillable pod
How many disposables are in a 10 ml bottle? The maths is pure arithmetic: volume against volume, nicotine against nicotine.
Replaces disposables
Equivalent puffs
Nicotine per disposable
For context: disposables are almost always 20 mg/ml nic salt. In the EU, no more than 20 mg/ml and 10 ml bottles are permitted. Which strength suits you is your call – when in doubt, go lower.
Bottle equivalent = Bottle [ml] ÷ Liquid per disposable [ml]
Works with
Which pod fits which device?
Every device series with its pods and coils, including resistances and wattage range. The wattage range applies to the whole coil – which value suits your resistance is worked out by the advisor above. The table is generated from our catalogue on every index run – anything listed here is what we actually stock.
| Series | Devices | Compatible Pods & Coils | Resistances |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspire Avata | Aspire Avata Pod Kit1000 mAh | Aspire Avata Pod0.4 · 0.6 Ohm · 10–18 W | 0.4 · 0.6 |
| Aspire Gotek | Aspire Gotek Pro 2 Kit1500 mAh | Aspire Gotek Pods0.8 · 1.0 Ohm · 10–18 W | 0.8 · 1.0 |
| Aspire Pixo | Aspire Pixo Aura Kit1300 mAh Aspire Pixo Aura 2 Kit1800 mAh Aspire Pixo Max Pod Kit2600 mAh Aspire Pixo Ultra Kit1500 mAh | Aspire Pixo 3ml Pods0.4 · 0.6 · 1.0 · 1.2 Ohm · 12–30 W | 0.4 · 0.6 · 1.0 · 1.2 |
| Elfbar ELFA | Elfbar ELFA Turbo Refillable Kit550 mAh Elfbar Elfa Master Pod Kit850 mAh | Elfbar Elfa Turbo Refillable Pod0.8 Ohm · 11–14 W | 0.8 |
| Elfbar ELFX | Elfbar ELFX Refillable Pod Kit1000 mAh Elfbar ELFX Pro Pod Kit1200 mAh Elfbar Elfx Mega Kit2800 mAh | Elfbar Elfx Mega Pod 10ml0.6 Ohm · 20–40 W Elfbar Elfx Mega Pod 5ml0.6 Ohm · 20–40 W Elfbar ELFX Refillable Pod0.6 · 0.8 Ohm · 15–30 W | 0.6 · 0.8 |
| Geekvape Kloud | Geekvape Kloud Pod Kit800 mAh | Geekvape Kloud Pods0.8 · 1.2 Ohm · 10–16 W | 0.8 · 1.2 |
| Geekvape Q | Geekvape Sonder Q2 Pod Kit1350 mAh Geekvape Sonder Q3 Pod Kit1750 mAh Geekvape Wenax Q2 Pod Kit1250 mAh | GeekVape Q Pod Tank0.6 · 0.8 · 1.2 Ohm · 12–25 W GeekVape Q 3ml Pod Tank0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 Ohm · 12–25 W | 0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.2 |
| KIWI Spark | KIWI Spark 2 Pod Kit700 mAh | KIWI Spark Pods0.8 · 1.2 Ohm · 10–16 W KIWI Spark V2 Pods0.8 · 1.2 Ohm · 10–16 W | 0.8 · 1.2 |
| Nevoks Feelin | Nevoks Feelin 3 Pod Kit1200 mAh | Nevoks Feelin 3 Top Fill Mesh Pods0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.0 Ohm · 12–30 W Nevoks SPL-10 M Coils0.3 · 0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.0 Ohm · 13–25 W | 0.3 · 0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.0 |
| OXVA NeXlim | OXVA NeXlim Pod Kit1000 mAh OXVA NeXlim 2 Pod Kit2000 mAh | OXVA NeXlim Pods0.6 · 0.8 · 1.2 Ohm · 12–25 W OXVA NeXlim V2 Pods0.6 · 0.8 · 1.2 Ohm · 12–30 W | 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.2 |
| OXVA Xlim | OXVA Xlim Go 2 Pod Kit1000 mAh OXVA Xlim Pro 3 Pod Kit1500 mAh OXVA Xlim 3 Ultra Pod Kit1500 mAh OXVA Xlim SQ Pro 2 Kit1200 mAh | OXVA Xlim Top Fill Pod Tank0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.2 Ohm · 12–25 W OXVA Xlim Top Fill 3ml Pod0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.2 Ohm · 12–25 W | 0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.2 |
| Vaporesso Vibe | Vaporesso Vibe SE 2 Pod Kit1000 mAh | Vaporesso Vibe Pods0.6 · 0.7 Ohm · 12–25 W | 0.6 · 0.7 |
| Vaporesso XROS | Vaporesso XROS 6 Mini Pod Kit1600 mAh Vaporesso XROS 5 Pod Kit1500 mAh Vaporesso XROS 6 Pod Kit1800 mAh Vaporesso XROS Pro 2 Pod Kit2000 mAh | VAPORESSO XROS MESH POD - Topfill0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 Ohm · 11–21 W Vaporesso XROS CoreX 2.0 Pod0.6 · 0.8 · 1.0 · 1.2 Ohm · 11–30 W Vaporesso XROS CoreX 3.0 Pods0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 Ohm · 11–30 W | 0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.0 · 1.2 |
| Voopoo Argus | Voopoo Argus G4 Mini Kit1650 mAh Voopoo Argus Klyc Kit900 mAh | Voopoo Argus Pod Tank Top Fill0.4 · 0.7 · 1.0 Ohm · 10–25 W Voopoo Argus Multi-Ohm Pods0.4 · 0.7 · 1.0 Ohm · 12–30 W Voopoo Argus Top Fill 3ml V2 Pod0.4 · 0.7 · 1.0 Ohm · 14–25 W | 0.4 · 0.7 · 1.0 |
| Voopoo PnP X | Voopoo Drag H40 Pro Kit1500 mAh | Voopoo PnP X V2 Coils0.15 · 0.2 · 0.3 · 0.45 · 0.6 Ohm · 18–80 W | 0.15 · 0.2 · 0.3 · 0.45 · 0.6 |
| Voopoo Vinci E | Voopoo Vinci E80 Pod Kit2000 mAh | Voopoo Vinci E Pod0.3 · 0.6 · 0.8 Ohm · 18–40 W | 0.3 · 0.6 · 0.8 |
| Aspire Flexus | We don't stock the device – spare part for existing hardware | Aspire AF Mesh Coil0.6 · 0.8 · 1.0 Ohm · 12–18 W | 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.0 |
| Aspire Nautilus | We don't stock the device – spare part for existing hardware | Aspire Nautilus BVC Coils0.7 · 1.6 · 1.8 Ohm · 10–14 W Aspire Nautilus BVC Mini Coils1.6 · 1.8 Ohm · 10–14 W | 0.7 · 1.6 · 1.8 |
| Aspire Nautilus X | We don't stock the device – spare part for existing hardware | Aspire Nautilus X / XS Coils1.5 · 1.8 Ohm · 12–22 W | 1.5 · 1.8 |
| Aspire PockeX | We don't stock the device – spare part for existing hardware | Aspire PockeX Coils0.6 · 1.2 Ohm · 18–23 W | 0.6 · 1.2 |
| Geekvape B Series | We don't stock the device – spare part for existing hardware | GeekVape B Series Coils0.2 · 0.3 · 0.4 · 0.6 Ohm · 15–58 W | 0.2 · 0.3 · 0.4 · 0.6 |
| Geekvape G Series | We don't stock the device – spare part for existing hardware | GeekVape G Series Coils0.6 · 0.8 · 1.0 · 1.2 · 1.8 Ohm · 10–18 W | 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.0 · 1.2 · 1.8 |
| Geekvape Z Series | We don't stock the device – spare part for existing hardware | GeekVape Z Series Coils0.15 · 0.2 · 0.25 · 0.4 Ohm · 45–90 W | 0.15 · 0.2 · 0.25 · 0.4 |
| Vaporesso GTX | We don't stock the device – spare part for existing hardware | Vaporesso GTX V2 Coils0.15 · 0.2 · 0.3 · 0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.2 Ohm · 8–60 W | 0.15 · 0.2 · 0.3 · 0.4 · 0.6 · 0.8 · 1.2 |
Can't find your series? Ask Popy above – he knows every device we stock by name. Pods from another series won't fit physically, even if they look similar.
How the vape advisor works
From a sentence to a complete setup in three steps
Popy knows every device, pod and coil at smokepope, including draw style, battery, wattage range and resistance – and answers free text instead of dropdown filters.
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Tell us how you vape
One sentence is enough: where you're starting from, how you want the draw, what you're willing to spend. The more specific, the better – "no button" and "needs to last all day" matter more for the selection than any brand name.
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Popy checks the catalogue
Every device is scored against your requirements: draw style first, then system, battery, handling and price. A device that can't deliver your draw style is ruled out – even if it would otherwise be a great fit.
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You get a setup, not just a product
Device, matching pod, resistance and wattage belong together. The starter set puts both in the cart as a pair; for e-liquid, Popy hands you over to the liquid mixer, who finds the flavour and strength to suit your device.
Basics
MTL, RDL or DL – the three vape styles
The vape style is the first and most important decision. It determines resistance, power, nicotine strength and liquid base all at once. Clicking "Ask Popy" puts the question into the input field.
MTL – mouth to lung
The draw switchers already know: draw into your mouth first, then inhale. Tight, firm, little vapour, little noise. Resistance from around 0.8 ohms, power usually 8 to 22 watts, 50/50 base, higher nicotine – often nicotine salt between 10 and 20 mg/ml. Uses the least liquid and is gentle on the battery.
RDL – restricted direct lung
Straight into the lungs, but restricted. More vapour and flavour than MTL, without the open draw of a sub-ohm device. Resistance between roughly 0.5 and 0.8 ohms, 12 to 35 watts, 50/50 or 70/30 base, medium nicotine – 6 to 12 mg/ml. The usual next step once MTL feels too tight over time.
DL – direct lung
Open like sipping through a straw: plenty of air, plenty of vapour, plenty of flavour. Resistance below 0.5 ohms, 40 watts and above, 70/30 base, low nicotine – 0 to 3 mg/ml, otherwise it gets harsh on the throat. Uses noticeably more liquid and battery; it's the wrong direction to start in.
Formats
Pod, pre-filled or battery mod – what's the difference?
The second decision: how does the liquid get into the device, and what do you buy afterwards?
Open pod system
You fill in your own liquid and only swap the pod or coil when the flavour fades. The widest choice of flavours, the lowest running costs, one extra step. This is the format smokepope carries – with a built-in battery and USB-C.
Closed pod system
Click in the pod and you're done. No refilling, no spills while filling – but a fixed flavour range and a higher cost per millilitre. Worth it if you want maximum simplicity, or as a second device for on the go.
Battery mod with replaceable cells
Box mod with an 18650 or 21700 cell and a separate tank. Maximum power and runtime, but you're responsible for the cell, the charger and the resistance. Not currently stocked – if you vape this way, you'll find coils for common tanks here, plus the safety calculator.
Coils
Resistance, mesh and the wattage window
Three numbers on the pod decide flavour, vapour production and lifespan.
Resistance determines the draw
The lower the resistance, the more current flows, the hotter the coil gets and the more vapour is produced. 1.2 ohms is a tight MTL draw, 0.6 ohms sits in between, 0.3 ohms is an open lung draw. The same pod is often available in several resistances – same format, two completely different vaping experiences.
Mesh, Kanthal or stainless steel
Mesh is a网-like weave rather than a wire: more surface area, faster heating, denser flavour, longer lifespan – today's standard. Kanthal wire still turns up in older heads, stainless steel allows temperature control. For your buying decision, the main point is: mesh where available.
The wattage window is not a suggestion
Every pod has a range printed on it, say 12–25 W. Below it the cotton can't keep up and the pod gurgles; above it the cotton burns and it tastes burnt. The sweet spot is usually in the middle. Leave new pods to stand for five minutes before the first puff so the cotton soaks through fully.
Care
How to get more life out of your device and battery
Five habits that do more than any accessory.
Don't run it empty, don't leave it on charge
Lithium cells like the range between 20 and 80 per cent. Anyone who fully drains it daily and charges overnight loses noticeable capacity within a few months. A second device or a top-up in the afternoon is gentler on the battery than any charging technique.
Keep the contacts and port dry
The most common reason for "it won't turn on" is liquid on the contacts or fluff in the USB port. Wipe the contacts with a dry cloth, blow out the port, store the device upright. When filling, go only up to the marker – the rest ends up in the airflow channel.
Temperature and pressure
Don't leave it in the car in summer, and keep it in an inside pocket in winter: cold noticeably shortens runtime, heat shortens lifespan. Empty the tank before a flight – the pressure difference pushes liquid through the airflow channel. Devices belong in hand luggage, never in the hold.
Glossary
The terms you'll find on every product page
Briefly explained, so the spec sheets become readable.
| Term | Meaning | Why it matters to you |
|---|---|---|
| MTL / RDL / DL | Vape style: mouth to lung, restricted direct lung, open direct lung. | Determines resistance, wattage, nicotine strength and liquid base in one go. |
| Ohm (Ω) | Electrical resistance of the coil in the pod or head. | Low means hot and vapour-heavy, high means tight and economical. |
| Watt (W) | Power the device delivers to the coil. | Has to fit within the pod's window, otherwise it gurgles or burns. |
| mAh | Battery capacity in milliamp hours. | Decides whether a single charge carries you through the day. |
| Auto-draw | The device fires when you inhale, with no button. | The point at which a disposable vape feels just like you're used to. |
| AFC / Airflow | Airflow control on the device or pod. | Lets you set the draw from tight to open without swapping the pod. |
| Mesh | A weave rather than a wire as the heating element. | Faster heating, more flavour, longer lifespan. |
| VG / PG | Ratio of glycerine to propylene glycol in the liquid. | 50/50 for MTL and pods, 70/30 for sub-ohm and lots of vapour. |
| Nicotine salt | Nicotine in bound form, smoother on the throat. | Makes high strengths in small pods actually pleasant. |
| Pre-filled pod | A ready-filled pod from a closed system. | No refilling, fixed flavour range, higher cost per ml. |
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Vape Advisor
When switching over, an open pod system with an MTL draw, draw-activated firing and a resistance of 0.8 ohm or higher is almost always the right fit. It feels like the draw you're used to, needs no button and uses very little e-liquid. Three things matter more than the brand: the style of draw, battery capacity for your day, and whether you can buy replacement pods. Popy asks about exactly these and gives you the device, pod and resistance together.
That's the electrical resistance of the coil. From around 0.8 ohm upwards the pod sits in tight MTL territory at 8 to 22 watts; between 0.5 and 0.8 ohm it's a restricted direct-lung draw at 12 to 35 watts; below that it's an open direct-lung draw at 20 watts and above. The same pod is often available in several resistances – same shape, different vaping experience. The ohm calculator on this page works out the voltage, current and typical wattage window for you.
Every pod and every coil has a wattage range printed on it, for example 12 to 25 watts. Stick to that range: below it the wick can't soak up liquid fast enough and the vape gurgles; above it the wick burns and the flavour turns crispy. The sweet spot is usually in the middle of the window. The starter kit already lists the right wattage, and the calculator warns you if a value falls outside the window.
Pods and coils are tied to a device series, not to a brand: an Xlim pod fits every Xlim device, but not a NeXlim. The "Which pod fits which device" table on this page lists each series with its devices, the matching pods and the available resistances. Just ask Popy with the name of your device and you'll get the matching spares with price and availability.
Seven to fourteen days is typical, depending on the e-liquid and the power setting. Heavily sweetened e-liquids with sucralose gunk up the coil faster, and so do higher wattages. You'll notice it in the flavour before it becomes unpleasant: first muted, then slightly crispy. The coil calculator on this page shows you what that costs per month, and you can download a calendar reminder for the swap.
It depends on the draw: open sub-ohm devices are usually vaped at 0 to 3 mg/ml, MTL devices mostly at 6 to 12 mg/ml, and small pods often with nicotine salt between 10 and 20 mg/ml. In the EU, 20 mg/ml is the legal maximum. Popy goes with the strength you mention and never suggests a higher one on its own – when in doubt, go lower.
Usually the wick is dry or overheated. Turn the power down a notch, leave a freshly filled pod to stand for five minutes and take a few draws without firing so the wick soaks through. If the flavour stays crispy, the coil is spent and the pod needs replacing. Describe the problem to Popy in the chat and you'll get the cause, a fix and – if needed – the right replacement.
No. The chat isn't linked to your customer account and only serves the recommendation during your current visit; the history stays in your browser tab alone. Saved setups are also stored only in your browser. Please don't enter any personal data such as your name, email address or phone number – it isn't needed for the recommendation.
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Range
Devices, pods and coils at smokepope
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