Jul 10, 2025

While one term might mean something different to an adult smoker, e-cigarettes and vapes are essentially the same thing. That is to say, they are devices that heat e-liquid to produce a vapour and offer adult smokers a smoke-free alternative to cigarettes. This process of heating an e-liquid is typically referred to as vapourisation. Vapes come in a variety of forms - from disposable and rechargeable devices to more complex larger tank devices and box or mod vapourisers.

 

 

 

The Basics of E-Cigarettes vs Vapes

 

To put it simply, the terms ‘vape’ or ‘e-cigarette’ relate to an electronic / battery operated device that heats e-liquid to produce a vapour. Typically a combination of a device with a rechargeable or non-rechargeable lithium battery, vapes usually come either with a tank, or with pre-filled “caps” or “pods” that are sold separately. Tank style vapes usually require the tank to be filled with an e-liquid, which is then heated by power from the battery. In wick and coil vapes, when activated, an internal mechanism known as the atomizer powers up to heat the e-liquid. The e-liquid usually contains vegetable glycerin, propylene glycol, flavourings, and nicotine, amongst other ingredients, to produce vapour.

 

 

 

Different Vape Styles

 

While e-cigarettes and vapes are essentially the same thing, there are different types of these devices such as vape mods, vape pens, pod systems, and cigalikes – an early form of e-cigarette that was designed to look and feel like a cigarette.
 

Another variable in vapes and e-cigarettes is the battery. The battery size typically depends on the style of device - and it is fair to say that generally, the larger the battery, the longer the battery life. In larger mod style vapes, rechargeable batteries can usually be removed in order to carry out the charging process - or so the battery can be replaced altogether once it has run out. Some of the smaller, disposable pen style devices typically integrate the battery into the system, and may or may not be rechargeable, according to the exact brand and product.
 

For more information on alternative smoke-free devices, explore our relevant articles. Smoke-free Alternatives to Cigarettes and Stop Smoking With Vape Alternatives. Alternatively, read on to discover the innovative devices available in the IQOS range.

 

 

 

IQOS Smoke-Free E-Cigarettes, Vapes and More

 

IQOS is a provider of smoke-free alternatives that do not require knowledge of complex tanks and systems, and they are a better alternative to continued smoking*. However, it is important to note that IQOS products are not risk-free and they provide nicotine, which is addictive.

* Average reductions in levels of a range of harmful chemicals (excluding nicotine) compared to the smoke of a reference cigarette. It does not necessarily equal a 95% reduction in risk.
 

VEEV is a pod system vape device that is available for adult smokers looking to switch from cigarettes and who would otherwise continue to smoke. Adult smokers or adult vapers can enjoy taste consistency every time with VEEV.
 

In this article, we have briefly touched on battery life and its impact on how long a device lasts. As a consequence, long battery life might be a key preference to an adult smoker. VEEV is fully charged in less than 35 minutes. VEEV uses smart digital controls designed to prevent overheating of the e-liquid, consistently ensuring a significant reduction in the levels of harmful chemicals compared to cigarettes.** Find  VEEV available online.

 

Important information: VEEV is not risk-free.

 

** Reductions in levels of a range of harmful chemicals (excluding nicotine) compared to the smoke of a reference cigarette. See Important Information on IQOS.com.
 

There are many advancements to vapes and e-cigarettes, and innovations in how they look and function have come a long way since their inception. For those with more questions about smoke-free devices, including vapes, read our FAQ page where we answer the most common questions for both adult smokers and adult vapers.