Choose by Device
Some users do not start with e-liquid, nicotine strength or flavour. They already know they want a certain type of vape device, but they are not always sure which category fits their vaping style best.
This page is designed to make that decision easier. Instead of jumping straight into random products, it explains the main differences between pod systems, vape kits, MTL devices, RDL setups and sub-ohm hardware so the next step is based on function rather than guesswork.
Why Device Type Matters
Different Devices Are Built for Different Liquids
A compact pod system designed for 50/50 nicotine salts behaves very differently from a sub-ohm vape kit built for 70/30 shortfills. Even if two devices look similar at first glance, their airflow, coil range and liquid compatibility may be completely different.
What matters: liquid format, airflow style, coil resistance and power range.
The Best Device Is the One That Matches How You Vape
Some adult users want a small refillable pod for simple daily use. Others want a full vape kit with more airflow, more vapour and more control. The right choice depends on how open or tight the draw should feel, how much vapour is expected and which liquid format will be used most often.
What matters: practicality, inhale style and compatibility rather than appearance alone.
Main Types of Vape Devices
Pod Systems
Pod systems are usually compact, refillable devices designed for lower-power vaping. They are commonly used with nicotine salts and freebase 50/50 liquids, especially by users who want simple maintenance and a practical everyday setup.
Typical use: MTL or loose MTL
Best for: 50/50 e-liquids, simple refilling, lower liquid consumption.
MTL Vape Kits
MTL vape kits are designed for a tighter draw and a more controlled inhale. They often use replaceable coils and are commonly chosen by users who prefer traditional mouth-to-lung vaping with balanced 50/50 liquids.
Typical use: MTL
Best for: freebase 50/50, nicotine salts, classic low-power vaping.
RDL Devices
Restricted direct-lung devices sit between classic MTL and fully open sub-ohm vaping. They are often used by users who want more vapour than a pod system but less airflow and lower liquid consumption than a typical DL setup.
Typical use: RDL / loose MTL
Best for: selected 50/50 setups and some 60/40 to 70/30 liquids, depending on the device.
Sub-Ohm Vape Kits
Sub-ohm kits are larger, more powerful devices designed for thicker liquids, wider airflow and higher vapour output. They are usually paired with 70/30 shortfills and lower-resistance mesh coils.
Typical use: DL
Best for: shortfill 70/30, larger airflow, stronger vapour production.
Pod Systems vs Vape Kits
This is one of the most common points of confusion. Many users know they want a device, but are unsure whether they should choose a pod system or a larger vape kit.
| Device Type | Typical Size | Usual Liquid Type | Typical Coil Range | Typical Style | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pod System | Small / compact | Nic salts 50/50, freebase 50/50 | 0.8Ω – 1.2Ω | MTL / loose MTL | Simple everyday use |
| MTL Vape Kit | Small to medium | Freebase 50/50, nic salts 50/50 | 0.8Ω – 1.8Ω | MTL | Traditional low-power vaping |
| RDL Device | Compact to medium | 50/50 or selected high-VG liquids | 0.4Ω – 0.8Ω | RDL | Balanced flavour and vapour |
| Sub-Ohm Kit | Medium to large | Shortfill 70/30 | 0.15Ω – 0.3Ω | DL | Open airflow and high vapour |
How to Choose the Right Device Type
I Want Something Small and Easy
A refillable pod system is usually the best starting point. It suits users who want a compact device for 50/50 liquids and simple maintenance.
I Want a Traditional Mouth-to-Lung Setup
An MTL vape kit usually makes more sense. This route often gives tighter airflow, more coil choices and a more classic low-power experience.
I Want More Vapour but Not a Full Sub-Ohm Setup
An RDL device is usually the better route. It gives more airflow and fuller vapour than a standard pod system without becoming a fully open DL device.
I Want a More Powerful Vape Kit
A sub-ohm device is usually the right direction. This is the route for users who want high-VG shortfills, larger airflow and lower-resistance coils.
Choose by Device in Ireland
For adult users in Ireland, choosing the right device type first can make the whole buying process more practical. It reduces the risk of pairing the wrong liquid with the wrong hardware and helps narrow the decision before moving into specific products.
That is why this route starts with device categories first, then moves into the hardware group that fits the user’s vaping style and liquid type.
Frequently Asked Questions About Vape Devices
What is the difference between a pod system and a vape kit?A pod system is usually smaller and simpler, often designed for 50/50 liquids and lower-power use. A vape kit is usually broader as a category and may include MTL, RDL or sub-ohm hardware with more airflow and more coil options.
Which device type is best for beginners?For many users, a refillable pod system is the easiest starting point because it is compact, simple to refill and usually works well with balanced 50/50 liquids.
Which device type is best for 70/30 shortfills?Shortfill 70/30 liquids usually work best in RDL or sub-ohm devices designed for lower-resistance coils, stronger wicking and larger airflow.
Can I use nicotine salts in every device?No. Nicotine salts are usually best matched with pod systems or MTL devices built for 50/50 liquids, higher resistance coils and lower-power use.
What should come after this page?The next step should be a filtered device route such as pod systems, MTL kits, RDL devices or sub-ohm kits rather than a random product wall.