Last Updated on December 23, 2019 by Team Spinfuel

The Finest Hi-Wattage Vape Mods of 2018

As much as the masses are picking up inexpensive pod mods, the growth of the high power ( Hi-Wattage) Vapers is as heavy as ever. This year we’ve seen some incredible vape gear that begin at 200W and rise up to 300W. Most entries fall in the sweet spot of 220-230 Watts, and most of our Nominees fit right in that area.

While High Performance, Mesh Coiled Sub-Ohm Tanks requires a lot less than 200W, there are still a whole lot of Vapers with RDA’s, RTA’s, RDTA’s and a few high wattage sub-ohm tanks that need the power.

The following are the 200W and above Mods (and Kits) we believe earned the Awards for Quality, Performance, and Value.

1st Place Winner: REV-TECH PHANTOM 220W

Award Winning

Rev-Tech Phantom Spinfuel VAPE Awards

Our Pick of the Best Hi-Wattage Vape Mod of 2018

After having some positive but reserved feelings about the REV-Tech GTS and Nitro mods, I was floored by how great the Phantom setup turned out to be. It might be a little larger than some of its competitors, and the racing/car-inspired design isn’t for everyone, I kept looking for reasons not to like this kit, and I came up empty every time.  Buy with confidence – REV-Tech isn’t playing around, and the industry should take notice.

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The REV-Tech Phantom 220W TC Starter Kit is a vaping powerhouse, implementing the new and advanced Optimax chipset, 32MB of on-board memory, and the REV-Tech Drift 2 Sub-Ohm Tank. The REV-Tech Phantom Starter Kit utilizes the Optimax chipset, allowing for ultra fast firing times of 0.002s and can has plenty of safety features to go along. This makes the Phantom a highly responsive and safe vape system. In addition, the Phantom can save multiple user interfaces with the onboard memory amounting to 32MB. This makes the Phantom extremely customizable and versatile. Furthermore, the REV-Tech Drift 2 Sub-Ohm Tank comes paired with the Phantom, unlocking the leakproof top refill system, triple airflow control ring, and access to the REV-Tech R, S, M Family Coil Line.

REV-Tech Phantom 220W TC Starter Kit Features:

  • Dimensions – No Atty: 93mm by 54mm by 31mm
  • Dimensions – w/ Atty: 144.4mm by 54mm by 31mm
  • Optimax Chipset
  • Dual High-Amp 18650 Batteries – Not Included
  • Wattage Output Range: 1-220W
  • Voltage Output Range: 0-8V
  • Temperature Range: 100°-300°C / 212°-572°F
  • Resistance Range: 0.05-3.0ohm
  • Power Mode
  • TC Mode
  • Bypass Mode
  • Stealth Mode
  • Ni200, Titanium, and Stainless Steel Compatibility
  • 2.8″ Color LCD Screen – Various User Interface Deisgn
  • Firing Speed: .002
  • 32MB Onboard Memory
  • 10s Cut Off
  • Dry Burn Protection
  • Over-Heating Protection
  • Short Circuit Protection
  • Low Battery Protection
  • Low-Resistance Protection
  • Oversized Firing Button
  • Customizable Decorative LED Light
  • Two Adjustment Buttons
  • Menu Button
  • Draw-Activated Vibration Feature
  • Ventilation Hole
  • PIN Lock Function – 4-Digit Combination Lock
  • 510 Connection
  • MicroUSB Port
  • Available in Black, Black Green, Blue, Blue Black, Orange, 7-Color, Red, Red Black, Green

REV-Tech Drift 2 24.5mm Sub-Ohm Tank Features:

  • 24.5mm Diameter
  • 5mL Tank Capacity
  • Superior Stainless Steel Construction
  • Pyrex Glass Reinforcement
  • Swivel Top Refill System
  • Isolation Chamber
  • REV-Tech Coil Family
  • 0.18ohm M1 Mesh Coil – rated for 60-70W
  • 0.15ohm M3 Mesh Coil – rated for 70-85W
  • 0.15ohm M4 Mesh Coil – rated for 75-85W
  • 0.4ohm S1 Coil – rated for 50-70W
  • 0.15ohm S2 Coil – rated for 55-70W
  • 0.15ohm S4 Coil – rated for 65-85W
  • Compatible with REV R, S, M Family Coils
  • Knurled Triple Triangular Bottom Airflow Design
  • 510 Widebored Delrin Drip Tip
  • 510 Stainless Steel Connection

Includes:

  • 1 REV-Tech Phantom Box Mod
  • 1 MicroUSB Cable
  • 1 User Manual
  • 1 Warranty Card
  • 1 Warning Card
  • 1 Battery Safety Notice Card
  • 1 QC Pass Card

The Nominees

VAPORESSO LUXE MOD AND STARTER KIT

NOMINEE

Vaporesso LUXE Award Spinfuel VAPE - Best Hi-Wattage Vape ModThe Vaporesso LUXE 220W TC Mod or Starter Kit is an avant-garde set-up with the implementation of advanced OMNI Board 4.0 Chip, full-scale 2.0″ TFT Color display, and luxurious designs to pair with the SKRR Sub-Ohm Tank with QF Air Distribution System.

The Vaporesso LUXE 220W Box Mod integrates one of the most intelligent onboard technology, boasting Insta-Fire with an activation speed of 0.001s and Super Player Mode, a broad resistance range that is meant to be adaptive to most of the industry’s tanks and mesh tanks. The high-end design caters to the breathtaking 2.0″ TFT Full-Color display with vibration-enabled buttons for tactile feedback.

Pairing with the LUXE 220W is the performance-focused Vaporesso SKRR Sub-Ohm Tank, featuring a staggering 8mL eJuice capacity, child-proof top-fill method, and the utilization of the QF Coil System.

The Vaporesso SKRR Tank adopts the newly introduced Quadflow (QF) Air Distribution System, in which air channels enters the atomizer core and spread internally in four direction. This results in a more optimized airflow for dense clouds while maintaining a smooth delivery and prevents spit-back along with leak-free design.

The Vaporesso QF Coil System utilizes the combination of cotton and flax materials for a long-lasting yet flavor-enhanced performance with the following coil options: 0.18ohm QF Meshed and 0.18ohm QF Strip.

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Vaporesso SKRR Sub-Ohm Tank
Vaporesso QF Replacement Coils
Vaporesso GT Replacement Coils

Vaporesso LUXE 220W Hi-Wattage Box Mod Features:

  • Dimensions – 146mm by 47.8mm by 30mm (Includes Tank)
  • Dual 18650 High Amp Battery – Not Included
  • Wattage Output Range: 5-220W
  • Resistance Range: 0.03-5.0 Ohm
  • Other Modes: Smart VW(H/N/S) / VT(SS, NI, TI) / CCT / CCW / VV / CCV
  • BYPASS Mode
  • TCR Adjustment – 2 Memory Modes
  • Super Player Mode – Broad Tank Resistance ID
  • OMNI Board 4.0 Chipset – 0.001s Insta-Fire
  • 2.0″ TFT Full Color Display
  • Large Side Fire Button Operation
  • Vibration-Enabled Adjustment Buttons
  • Bottom-Loaded Magnetized Battery Cover
  • Short Circuit Protection
  • Burn Protection
  • No Load Protection
  • Overtime Protection
  • Low Resistance Protection
  • Low Power Protection
  • Overcharge Protection
  • ESD Circuit Protection
  • Pass Through Protection
  • MicroUSB Port – 2.5A Max Charge
  • Centered 510 Stainless Steel Connection
  • Available in Silver, Black, Red, Blue Iris, Green Ape, Bronze Rainbow

Vaporesso SKRR Sub-Ohm Tank:

  • 30mm Diameter At Widest Point
  • 8mL Max Juice Capacity
  • Superior Stainlesss Steel Construction
  • Pyrex Glass Reinforcement
  • Quadflow QF Air Distribution System
  • Vaporesso QF Coil System – Flax & Cotton Wicks
  • 0.18ohm QF Meshed – Rated for 55-85W
  • 0.18ohm QF Strip – Rated for 60-90W
  • Vaporesso GT Coil Compatible
  • Quad Trapezoid-Shaped Airflow Control
  • Slide-n-Fill Design – Convenient Top-Fill
  • Resin Widebore Drip Tip
  • 510 Connection
  • Available in Green, Red, Black, Blue, Stainless, Gold, Rainbow, Champagne Gold

Includes:

  • 1 LUXE 220W Mod
  • 1 SKRR Sub-Ohm Tank
  • 1 0.18ohm QF Meshed
  • 1 0.18ohm QF Strip
  • 1 Silicone Case
  • 1 MicroUSB Cable
  • 1 Spare O-Rings
  • 1 User Guide
  • 1 Warranty Card

VAPORESSO POLAR

NOMINEE

Spinfuel VAPE Awards Vaporesso Polar - Best Hi-Wattage Vape ModThe Vaporesso Polar made it on the Awards list for its stunning display, it’s amazing performance, and its beautiful balance in the hand. The Polar is one of those vape mods you want in every color offered. It’s a great 220W medium sized fully featured beauty. And when you buy the starter kit model you’ll receive a special edition Cascade Sub-Ohm Tank that is definitely one of the top performers. Sadly the SE Cascade is not available as a standalone tank. 2018 was a VERY good year for Vaporesso!

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The Vaporesso Polar 220W Starter Kit is a modern mod that features the upgraded Omni Board 4.0 chipset, a vibrant 2.0″ OLED display, and strikingly futuristic design to pair with the new Cascade Baby SE Tank. The Polar is capable of 5-220W output range, resistance range of 0.03-5ohm, and various firing modes. Capable of different user modes, temperature control abilities, and functions, the Polar’s Omni Board 4.0 chip allows for Super Player Mode, a broad resistance range that is meant for most of the industry’s tanks. In addition, an “Insta-fire” mode cuts the activation speed to 0.001s, meaning rapid flavor and taste, from the first breath to the last. The Polar 220W Starter Kit is powered by a pair of 18650 batteries, which can be accessed via a magnetic door. Important data is displayed on the 2.0″ TFT color screen, relaying info such as temperature or wattage, battery life, and voltage. Optimized with a 2.5A max charge capability , the Vaporesso Polar is sure to spend more time in use than charging. The kit is paired with the Cascade Baby SE Tank, featuring 6mL maximum juice capacity, triple slotted airflow control, and the utilization of the GT Coil System.

Quick Links:
Vaporesso GT Replacement Coils

Vaporesso Polar 220W (Hi-Wattage) Starter Kit Features:

  • Dimensions – 144mm by 45mm by 28mm (Includes Tank)
  • Dual 18650 High Amp Battery – Not Included
  • Wattage Output Range: 5-220W
  • Resistance Range: 0.03-5.0 Ohm
  • Other Modes: Smart VW(H/N/S) / VT(SS, NI, TI) / CCT / CCW / VV / CCV
  • BYPASS Mode
  • TCR Adjustment – 2 Memory Modes
  • Super Player Mode – Broad Tank Resistance ID
  • OMNI Board 4.0 Chipset – 0.001s Insta-Fire
  • 2.0″ TFT Full Color Display
  • Side Fire Button Operation
  • LED Light Indicator
  • Bottom-Loaded Magnetized Battery Cover
  • Short Circuit Protection
  • Burn Protection
  • No Load Protection
  • Overtime Protection
  • Low Resistance Protection
  • Low Power Protection
  • Overcharge Protection
  • ESD Circuit Protection
  • Pass Through Protection
  • MicroUSB Port – 2.5A Max Charge
  • Centered 510 Stainless Steel Connection
  • Available in Silver, Black, Red, Blue, Green, Gold, Metallic Grey

Vaporesso Cascade Baby SE Sub-Ohm Tank:

  • 24.5mm Diameter
  • 6.5mL Max Juice Capacity
  • Superior Stainlesss Steel Construction
  • Pyrex Glass Reinforcement
  • Isolation Structure Design – Separates Juice & Coil Chamber
  • Vaporesso GT Coil System
  • 0.15ohm GT 8 Coil – rated for 50-110W
  • 0.18ohm GT Mesh Coil – ratef for 50-90W
  • Triple Triangular-Shaped Airflow Control
  • Delrin Widebore Drip Tip
  • Slide-n-Fill Design – Convenient Top-Fill
  • 510 Connection

Includes: 

  • 1 Polar 220W Box Mod
  • 1 Cascade Baby SE Sub-Ohm Tank
  • 1 0.15ohm GT8 Coil
  • 1 0.18 GT Mesh Coil
  • 1 Replacement Glass Tube
  • 1 USB Charging Cable
  • 1 User Guide
  • 1 Warranty Card

SMOK X-PRIV Mod and Kit

Nominee

X-PRIV by SMOKWhen the SMOK X-PRIV Starter Kit landed in the offices of Spinfuel VAPE we had never seen a classier, more mature mod beforehand. The X-PRIV has it all, and a beauty chassis to go along with the top-notch features.

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The SMOK X-PRIV 225W TC Starter Kit is the latest follow-up to the wildly popular PRIV line-up, presenting a beautiful display-focused structure device with highly customizable technology to pair with recently released TFV12 Prince Sub-Ohm Tank. The X-PRIV 225W Box Mod has been developed to integrate some of SMOKTech’s most creative design elements, crafting a visually striking chassis centered around the large OLED display. The chassis features curvature lines with high-end impression in a wide variety of colorful finish to create a timeless piece. Powered by dual high-amp 18650 batteries (sold separately), the X-PRIV has a maximum firing power of 225W and a plethora of output adjustments ranging from temperature control suite with added Memory Mode for increased precision as well a full-suite of protection. Each kit is paired with the new SMOK TFV12 Prince Tank, presenting a maximum capacity of 5 milliliters, new button-lock hinged top-fill, smooth dual bottom airflow control, and the versatile TFV12 Prince Coil System. Offering power, sophistication, and phenomenal build quality, the SMOK X-PRIV 225W TC Starter Kit is bound to be an X-factor device in the high-performance system segment.

SMOK TFV12 Prince Replacement Coils

SMOK X-PRIV 225W TC Box Mod Features:

  • Dual High-Amp 18650 Battery – Not Included
  • Maximum Wattage Output: 225W
  • Min Atomizer Resistance: 0.05ohm
  • Temperature Range: 200-600F
  • Supports Ni200 Nickel, Titanium, and Stainless Steel Heating Elements
  • Precision Memory Modes
  • Premium Zinc Alloy Construction
  • Hinged Battery Door Access
  • Intelligent Atomizer Recognition
  • Battery Series Connection
  • Short Circuit Protection
  • Over-Heat Protection
  • Over Discharge Protection
  • 12 Seconds Cut-Off
  • MicroUSB Port – Firmware Upgrades
  • 510 Connection
  • Available in Silver, Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Gold, Purple, Rainbow

SMOK TFV12 Prince Sub-Ohm Tank Features:

  • 25mm Base Diameter
  • 5mL Standard Juice Capacity
  • 8mL Maximum Juice Capacity – Convex Glass Extension
  • Superior Stainless Steel Construction
  • High-Grade Glass Reinforcement
  • High-Temperature Resistant – Explosion Proof
  • Convenient Top-Fill Rotary Design – Lock Button Mechanism
  • Massive Dual Adjustable Airflow Control at Base
  • 810 Cobra Resin Ultra-Wide Drip Tip
  • Performance-Grade V12 Prince Coil Structure
  • 0.12ohm V12 Prince-T10 Decuple Coils – rated for 60-120W
  • 0.4ohm V12 Prince-Q4 Quadruple Coils – rated for 40-100W
  • 510 Connection

Includes:

  • 1 X-PRIV 225W Box Mod
  • 1 TFV12 Prince Sub-Ohm Tank
  • 1 0.4ohm V12 Prince-Q4 Quad Coil
  • 1 0.15ohm V12 Prince-T10 Dec Coil
  • 1 Spare Glass Tube
  • 1 MicroUSB Cable
  • Instructional Manual

Innokin Proton

Nominee

Innokin Proton Spinfuel VAPE AwardsThe Innokin Proton PLEX 235W TC Starter Kit presents a high-power set-up with an advanced 235W chipset catering to multitudes of power outputs and paired with the new PLEX Sub-Ohm Tank utilizing the new Plexus Coil. The Proton 235W TC Box Mod presents a sleek yet fully ergonomic chassis design, centered around the 1.45″ TFT screen with full color resolution. Operationally, the Proton can be fully adjusted via a unique joystick selector and conveniently fired by a large firing bar. The included Innokin PLEX Sub-Ohm Tank introduces features like a convenient push top fill cap, 4mL maximum eJuice capacity, and a dual slotted bottom air flow control ring. The crowning achievement lies within the new 0.13ohm Plexus Coil, similar coil structure to the Scion and Scion II coil structure for maximal flavor enhancement while maintaining optimal vapor production.

Quick Links:
Innokin Plexus Replacement Coils

Innokin Proton 235W Box Mod Features:

  • Dimensions – 85mm by 44.6mm by 29.6mm
  • Dual High-Amp 18650 Battery – Not Included
  • Wattage Output Range: 6-235W
  • Voltage Output Range: 1-7.5V
  • Temperature Control Range: 300-600F
  • Mininum Atomizer Resistance: 0.05ohm
  • Comprehensive Temperature Control Suite
  • TCR Adjustments
  • Curve Mode
  • BYPASS Mode
  • 1.45″ Full-Color TFT Display
  • Six Menu RGB Customization
  • Grip-Style Firing Bar Mechanism
  • Joystick Adjustment Controller
  • Bottom-Loaded Hinged Battery Cover
  • MicroUSB Port – 2A Maximum Charge
  • Spring-Loaded Stainless Steel 510 Connection
  • Available in Red, White, Blue

Innokin PLEX Sub-Ohm Tank Features:

  • 24mm Diameter
  • 4mL Maximum Juice Capacity
  • Superior Stainless Steel Construction
  • Pyrex Glass Reinforcement
  • Scion Coil System – Plexus Coil Technology
  • 0.15ohm Plexus Coil – rated for 60-100W
  • 0.13ohm Plexus Coil – rated for 60-110W
  • Push Top Sliding Fill Cap
  • Dual Slotted Adjustable Bottom Airflow Control
  • 810 Resin Widebore Drip Tip
  • 510 Connection
  • Available in Black, Blue, Rainbow, Black, Gunmetal

Includes:

  • 1 Proton 235W Box Mod
  • 1 PLEX Tank
  • 1 0.13ohm Plexus Coil
  • 1 0.15ohm Plexus Coil
  • 1 MicroUSB Charging Cable
  • 1 Spare Glass
  • 1 Spare O-Ring Set
  • 1 Vape Band
  • 1 User Packet