7 Best Cheap Vape Mods in 2023

Eleaf, while a successful vape manufacturer, often don’t get the same amount of attention as companies like Voopoo, Geekvape and Innokin. Nonetheless, their box mod production is second to none, and the iStick Power Mono Mod is a dark horse champion.

The iStick Power Mono isn’t initially too eye-catching, despite the classy pleather panel encasing the ergonomic smooth edges of the build. But within that unassuming box mod rests a stunning 3500mAh battery, one of the largest you can find in a regulated vape mod.

I’ve also surprised many onlookers by emitting huge clouds by way of the 80W maximum output, which people are not expecting when they get a look at the understated design of the mod.

This range of power output and vast bank of battery capacity makes the iStick Power Mono mod the perfect choice for almost all vaping styles; mouth-to-lung and direct-to-lung tanks are all compatible with the 510 thread connection. And with that much battery, I’ve enjoyed days of session sub-ohm use without needing to charge my mod.

That kind of longevity and user-friendly design makes the Eleaf iStick Power Mono Mod the best budget box mod, coming in at less than £40 for one of the largest internal batteries I’ve ever encountered.

Cloud Kicker: 200W high wattage output from a dual battery device
DIY Ready: Loaded with TC mode options for all coil materials 
Affordable Alternative: Cheaper version of the T200 mod 

You shouldn’t have to compromise your cloud-chasing dreams just because you’re browsing the best cheap vape mods. Geekvape’s Z200 Mod is a budget-priced version of the T200 that boasts the same sky-high wattage limit and user modes.

The Z200 allows you to manually set the wattage as high as 200W, one of the highest outputs possible with a regulated vape mod and more than enough power for excessive cloud puffing.
But simple manual adjustment isn’t all you get with the Z200. You will also get Bypass mode and Temperature Control, which are suited for those who like to use RDAs and RDTAs. 

I found the Z200 to be a great cheap vape mod for anyone seeking a dual battery mod. It lacks the IP68 protections, touch display screen, and USB-C charging port, but still provides the astronomically high outputs needed for competition-level cloud production. Great to see such a reliable mod, even amidst their recent pod system releases.

Take A Trip: Compact and lightweight enough for easy travel 
Consistency: Buck Boosted Stable Outputs, regardless of battery life
Awesome A-Lock: Flip A-lock to instantly protect your mod from firings 

If you’re looking to acquire a travel vape mod without paying outrageous prices then the Geekvape M100 Aegis Mini 2 Mod is a great choice, as it combines a compact build with advanced sub-ohm functionality.

The M100 Aegis Mini Mod 2 is remarkably compact in size, measuring only 136.5mm x 39mm and weighing a reasonable 128g. This small and carry-friendly construction houses a 2500mAh battery, which I’ve found to be a great battery life, large enough for several days of MTL vaping and a good day and a half of heavy use at the 100W max.

The mod is as damage and water-resistant as you would expect from a modern Geekvape kit. It also comes with Geekvape’s beloved A-lock to prevent accidental pocket firings.

Add a 1.08” display and stable power output regardless of battery life to the mix, and you’ve got one of the best affordable vape mods for anyone who wants to indulge their wanderlust with a robust all-day vaping mod in hand.

Power Bank: 5000mAh, the largest internal battery capacity known in vaping 
Nice & Simple: Easy functionality with no superfluous features 
Stylish Sub-Ohm: Attractive and comfortable hand panels 

Most mods with internal batteries are unable to compete with mods that use external cells, but the Eleaf iStick Power 2 Mod smashes that stereotype to pieces with its massive 5000mAh capacity. 

The iStick Power 2 retains a size dimension that you can still clutch comfortably – partly thanks to the soft paneling that seems to be an Eleaf design staple – with satisfyingly chunky buttons bordering the colour display screen.

I enjoyed several days of use from the iStick Power 2 at maximum power output, which isn’t surprising when you consider that the maximum wattage level is 80W. While still very comfortably in sub-ohm territory, it’s a slight shame that they didn’t think to provide greater outputs to take full advantage of that gigantic battery.

But if you’re looking for a moderate sub-ohm or chunky MTL mod that you can likely go the better part of a week without charging, then the Eleaf iStick Power 2 is one of the best affordable vape mods available.

Swap Out: Instantly replace your drained battery with a charged spare 
Soaker: Refresh Mode draws new e-juice into recently used coils 
FØ GØals: Enjoy rich flavour and coil longevity from the alternating current mode 

One of the best advantages of owning a cheap vape mod running on an external 18650 battery is that you don’t need to buy a new mod when the battery doesn’t hold charge anymore or if your battery dies entirely — you just swap out the battery, and you can get back to vaping in no time!  

The Innokin Coolfire Z80 Mod was a rather unexpected return to their old sub-ohm stomping grounds, and I was curious as to whether Innokin still had what it took to produce a killer cloud mod. I’m pleased to report that I was not disappointed!

The Innokin Coolfire Z80 Mod doesn’t just provide you with MTL and DL vaping options from its 6W – 80W range but also comes fitted with advanced user modes installed. FØ Mode uses alternating currents to provide optimal flavour from your coils, while Refresh Mode draws new e-liquid into your coils between big inhales, drastically cutting back on the likelihood of burnouts.

I was very glad to see that not only do Innokin still have what it takes to produce a top-grade sub-ohm vape mod, but that it’s priced affordably to allow a much wider audience of vapers to enjoy its battery convenience and flavour-preserving mode functions.

First Steps: Simple and easy to use beginner vaping mod 
MTL FTW: Perfect for MTL and light RDL vaping 
Goes A Long Way: 2600mAh internal battery lasts a long time at MTL outputs 

Every vaper needs to start somewhere, and the Eleaf iStick i40 Mod is the perfect starting point.
A simple mouth-to-lung mod with a sizable 2600mAh battery within, you can enjoy MTL and even some moderate RDL use by exploring the 5W – 40W output range.

With all the mods featured today, I expected the iStick i40 to be fairly dull in comparison to some, yet I was surprised by how comfortable and responsive the device was. I was able to manually set the power with Wattage mode and also had the option to set power in voltage if I preferred, with no technical jargon or superfluous functions to distract me from simple puff pleasure.

The now-expected Eleaf grip panel makes a welcome return, with several bright and vibrant colours to choose from. Frankly, it’s a nice departure from the usually austere ‘black/grey/gunmetal’ colour choices usually offered by vaping mods.

While the Eleaf iStick i40 Mod won’t be transporting anyone to the cloud kingdom, it’s a cheap, stylish, and compact MTL mod that moderate puffers will love.