Top Vape Mods for Power and Performance in 2025

Before we get into it, we’ll explain just what box mods are and how they’re different from your standard entry level vape kit. Essentially, the name comes from the shape of the mod itself. They’re usually boxy and, unlike most vape pens and pod kits, can be purchased on their own and can be paired with a multitude of tanks that can be removed and switched out. They’re larger than entry level kits, owing to the fact they have more battery and a more advanced chipset (the little computer that makes the mod itself work). Some box mods have an in-built battery but plenty have external batteries - usually 18650s that you put in yourself.

With more battery comes more power too. So, your little vape pen might have around a 900mAh battery for around 30 watts of power but a lot of box mods with in-built batteries will have twice as much battery life and output. These days, the heavy duty options you can get can often fit a couple of 3000mAh batteries and fire all the way up to 200 watts and above.

Aside from being larger in size and firing ability, box mods also have a more advanced chipset. Most smaller kits will have what’s called bypass firing which is where the wattage is a maximum of say 20 watts, which gradually drops as the battery drains. Box mod chipsets not only keep wattage at a constant level, they also let you control just how much wattage you’re using. Aside from that, they have things like coil recognition too. What this does is automatically detects the resistance level of your coil and adjusts the wattage to the optimal level for that specific coil. This means you’re going to get a better vaping experience as well as avoiding accidentally firing it too high and burning your coil out in the first few puffs.

Advanced chipsets also have different firing modes other than just variable wattage. Many of them include Bypass mode - so if you like having a vape that gradually drops power as your battery drains, you can still vape that way too. There’s also often something called temperature control, where you can select how warm or cool you want your coil to be. This can help reduce the strain on your coil by preventing them from getting too hot, in turn making them last longer. It also often enables you to vape at even lower resistance levels than you’d otherwise be able to in variable wattage mode. Temperature control will often have a support function for different types of coil material. So, if you’re into building your own coils, there’s often a specific setting for stainless steel, nickel, kanthal and titanium.

All in, box mods give you more options, more versatility and more power. They’re an ideal option for advanced vapers who want to refine their settings as well as vape with much more power without having to recharge too often.

This question really depends on what kind of vaping experience you want. For something low maintenance and easy to use if you’re just starting out with mods and are used to a modest amount of power, we’d recommend an option with an in-built battery. They’ll still give you a decent amount of wattage to play with, without over-complicating things as far as other settings go. If you’ve been vaping a while and have already had a play with a more advanced kit, something with new settings like temperature control, around 80 watts or more of power should be about right.

We thought it was about time we brought together our top box mod list for 2025. There has been a huge surge in the pod kit department, following on from that, mods have adapted to our tastes. While there’s certainly a huge range of hefty box mods, we’ve seen a wave of slimmer designs that still offer plenty of power. No matter whether you’re looking for a conventional external battery mod or something smaller that still delivers on flavour and vapour, we think you’ll find a fresh piece of kit to love here.

Personal Experience

I thoroughly enjoyed my experience with the Legend 3, and I must say that everything missed with the second edition, the Legend 3 excelled in. With the advancement and addition of Smart Lock, Memory Mode and the AS 4.0 Chip, this mod is still a true competitor with the current mods on the market.

Hopefully you’ve found something from our list that piqued your interest if you’ve been on the market for a new (or first) box mod for a while. Whether it’s an internal battery mod or a heavy duty option with 100+ watts of power, box mods have a lot to offer to enhance your vaping experience. If you’re unsure which is best for you, you can always get in touch with us for a personal recommendation too.

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