Last Updated on April 18, 2024 by Team Spinfuel

The Best Mid-Wattage Vape Mods – 2018

An obvious award winning example is the Voopoo Drag 2 Starter Kit, with its 177W and the UForce T2 Sub-Ohm Tank. Dual 18650 cells, genuine one-of-a-kind Resin finishes, and sculpted corners makes the Drag 2 a masterpiece with Mid-Wattage users.

But it certainly isn’t the only Mid-Wattage mod to make the cut. Here’s our picks for the Best Mid-Wattage Mod Awards for 2018

1st Place Award - Voopoo Drag 2

Award Winner!

Mid-Wattage at its Finest!

What a surprise, and a delight the Voopoo Drag 2 and Drag 2 Mini have been! Coming late in 2018, we feel Voopoo finally delivered a “Drag” worthy of an award winning place in the vape community. If you decide to buy, get the Starter Kit, it contains the new Voopoo UForce T2 Sub-Ohm Tank, making its $69.95 price tag a real value. With a maximum output of 177W, the Drag 2 fits the mid-wattage category nicely. Both Drag 2 Models are still used  by the staff every day.

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The VOOPOO DRAG 2 177W TC Starter Kit continues the epic legacy of the original DRAG, presenting a highly intelligent GENE FIT Chip with multiple power output modes and an updated chassis to pair with the mesh-coil UFORCE T2 Sub-Ohm Tank. The DRAG 2 177W Box Mod is built with a modernized update to the original, implementing rounded edges for ergonomic handling and more resin dyed color options for a visually stunning display! The GENE.FIT Chip is dynamic and quite efficient with battery efficiency, with the addition of multiple output power adjustments such as Flavor Set, Cloud Set, and Battery Set. The UFORCE T2 Tank features 5mL maximum juice reservoir, ergonomic sliding top-fill design, triple-slotted airflow control, and the utilization of the mesh-capable UFORCE OCC Coil System.

VOOPOO UFORCE Replacement Coils

Due to the nature of manufacturing, design, and unique resin elements, each VOOPOO DRAG 2 Kit features a unique colorway and patterning. Photos are for reference only.

VOOPOO DRAG V2 177W TC Box Mod Features:

  • Dimensions – 88.3mm by 51mm by 26.5mm
  • Dual High-Amp 18650 Battery – Not Included
  • Highly Advanced GENE FIT Chip
  • Wattage Output Range: 5-177W
  • Voltage Output Range: 0-7.5V
  • Resistance Range – Power Mode: 0.05-3.0ohms
  • Resistance Range – TC Mode: 0.05-1.0ohms
  • Temperature Range: 200°-600°F/100°-315°C
  • Supports Ni200, Titanium, Stainless Steel Compatibility
  • TCR Adjustments Mode
  • Battery Set
  • Flavor Set
  • Cloud Set
  • Superior Zinc Alloy Chassis Construction
  • Visually Striking Resin Inlay Design
  • Intuitive OLED Screen
  • Large Firing Button
  • Mode-Setting Button
  • Two Adjustment Buttons
  • Magnetized Battery Door Cover
  • Output Over-Current Protection
  • Overcharge Protection
  • Over Discharge Protection
  • Short-Circuit Protection
  • Over Temperature Protection
  • Brand Reverse Protection
  • Switch Timeout Protection – 10 Seconds
  • MicroUSB Port
  • 510 Connection
  • Available in Island, Flame, Aurora, Scarlet, Fire Cloud, Puzzle, Dawn, Ink

VOOPOO UFORCE T2 Sub-Ohm Tank Features:

  • 25mm Tank Diamenter
  • 28mm At Widest Point
  • 3.5mL Standard Juice Capacity
  • 8mL Maximum Juice Capacity
  • Superior 304 Stainless Steel Construction
  • Pyrex Glass Reinforcement
  • Quick Vent Channel Design – Rapid Heat Discharge
  • Short Chimney – Flavor-Focused
  • UFORCE OCC Coil Technology
  • 0.4ohm U2 Dual Coil – rated for 40-80W
  • 0.2ohm N3 Triple Mesh Coil – rated for 65-100W
  • Convenient Sliding Top-Fill Method
  • Precision Triple Auxiliary Bottom Airflow Control
  • 14mm Resin Widebore Drip Tip – Vibrant Colorways
  • 24K Gold-Plated 510 Connection

Includes:

  • 1 DRAG 2 177W Mod
  • 1 UFORCE T2 Sub-Ohm Tank
  • 1 0.4ohm U2 Dual Coil
  • 1 0.2ohm N3 Triple Mesh Coil
  • 1 Spare Glass Tube (3.5mL)
  • 1 MicroUSB Cable
  • 1 Spare Parts Bag
  • 1 Instructional Manual
  • 1 Warranty Card

The Nominees

Squid Industries Detonator

Nominee

The Squid Industries Detonator 120W TC Mid-Wattage Box Mod is an aggressively yet beautifully designed chassis with a unique trigger button and a sophisticated advanced board with extensive temperature control suite. The Squid Detonator 120W Box Mod utilizes an all metal chassis to protect against accidental falls and drops while providing a brilliant touch and feel to the device. The protruding firing button is intuitive and is ready to begin vaporizing eJuice at first touch.

The two adjustment buttons sit below the brilliantly illuminated OLED Display Screen and sit above the on/off switch. The extensive temperature control suite offers a wide range of tuning options to dial in the perfect resistance for each specific wire. The Detonator Box Mod can reach an impressive 120W while utilizing a single high-amp 21700 or 20700 battery.

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Squid Industries Detonator 120W Mid-Wattage Box Mod Features:

  • Dimensions – 91mm by 38mm by 27mm
  • Single High-Amp 21700/20700 Battery – Not Included
  • Wattage Output Range: 7-120W
  • Minimum Atomizer Resistance: 0.1ohm
  • Temperature Control Range: 200-600F
  • Supports Ni200, Titanium, Stainless Steel Compatibility
  • TCR Mode
  • Power Mode – Normal, Soft, Hard
  • Stealth Mode – Turns Off Indicator Lights
  • Intuitive 0.96″ OLED Color Display Screen
  • Color-changing LED Indicator Light
  • All Metal Chassis Construction
  • On/Off Switch
  • Intuitive Trigger Firing Button
  • Two Adjustment Buttons
  • Check Atomizer Protection
  • Short Circuit Protection
  • Over Temperature Protection
  • Low Voltage Protection
  • 10 Second Cutoff
  • MicroUSB Port
  • Spring-Loaded 510 Connection

Includes:

  • 1 Detonator 120W Box Mod
  • 1 MicroUSB Cable
  • 1 Atomizer Spacer
  • 1 Instructional Manual

VOOPOO TOO RESIN 180W

Nominee

This 180W Mod and Starter Kit landed on the Nominee list for some very precise reasons; stunning Resin finishes, beautiful chassis colors, and the amazing UForce T1 sub-ohm tank. Oh, and performance vs value is out of this world! One of our personal favorites, (especially the Uforce T1), this $60 Kit is definitely Award Worthy.

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The VOOPOO TOO Resin 180W TC Starter Kit is the latest opulent vape system the GENE-Chip powered TOO 180W Box Mod and versatile UFORCE T1 Sub-Ohm Tank with updated unique designs and more high-performance capability.

The VOOPOO TOO 180W TC Box Mod presents a versatile build design and chipset that allows users to easily switch between a single 18650 battery to a more long-lasting dual 18650 battery chassis. The VOOPOO TOO 180W is highly intelligently, built to accommodate two styles of power sources while using the same proprietary GENE Chipset.

It is equipped with 180W of maximum power in dual 18650 mode and comprehensive temperature control suite with SOFT Mode for high-power settings. Following the success of one of the most beautifully constructed box mod in the Drag 157W Mod, the TOO 180W Box Mod integrates a swappable battery door with leather embedded exterior and painted design interior to create a dynamic masterpiece. Furthermore, the VOOPOO TOO has an instant fire speed of approximately 10 milliseconds when pressing the tactile fire button.

The VOOPOO UFORCE T1 Sub-Ohm Tank is the updated rendition of the original UFORCE, implementing a futuristic Steam Punk design to the structure while introducing new types of mesh materials for the UFORCE OCC Coil System. The UFORCE T1 integrates a mechanical knurl design to the bottom and top base of the tank, providing a visually stunning design while providing top-level ergonomics.

The bottom base measures 24.6mm in diameter with bulb glass reinforcement featuring a staggering 8mL maximum of Vape Juice. The UFORCE T1 includes the standard 0.4ohm U2 Dual Coil and the new 0.13ohm UFORCE N1 Single Mesh Coil rated for 50 to 100W. Airflow enters the structure through three external airslots located at the bottom base, traveling upwards towards the atomizer chamber for a tremendous cloud delivery.

Quick Links:
VOOPOO UFORCE Replacement Coils

VOOPOO TOO Resin 180W TC Mid-Wattage Box Mod Features:

  • Dual High-Amp 18650 Batteries – Not Included
  • Optional Single 18650 Platform
  • Maximum Wattage Output – Dual 18650: 180W
  • Maximum Wattage Output – Single 18650: 80W
  • Output Voltage Range: 5-8.5V
  • Min Atomizer Resistance: 0.05ohm
  • Temperature Range: 200-600F
  • Supports Ni200 Nickel, Titanium, and Stainless Steel Heating Elements
  • Comprehensive TCR Adjustments
  • SOFT Mode
  • Highly Advanced US GENE Fun Chip
  • CNC Precision Milled
  • High-Quality Zinc Alloy Construction
  • Leather Embedded Exterior Battery Cover – Fully Interchangeable
  • Sharp Lines and Sleek Design
  • Intuitive 0.91 Inch OLED Display
  • Oversized Circular Firing Mechanism
  • Dual Adjustment Buttons
  • Short Circuit Protection
  • Over-Temperature Protection
  • Reverse Polarity Protection
  • Overtime Protection
  • Output Over-Current Protection
  • Overcharge Protection
  • Over Discharge Protection
  • Low Battery Warning
  • MicroUSB Port – Firmware Upgrades
  • 510 Connection
  • Silver – Amber, Iolite, Malachite, Opal, Seafoam, Dazzle, Pitch Dark, Raisin, Turquoise
  • Black – Amber, Iolite, Malachite, Opal, Seafoam
  • Red – Amber, Iolite, Malachite, Opal, Seafoam

VOOPOO UFORCE T1 Sub-Ohm Tank Features:

  • 24.6mm Tank Diamenter
  • 3.5mL Standard Juice Capacity
  • 8mL Maximum Juice Capacity
  • Superior 304 Stainless Steel Construction
  • Pyrex Glass Reinforcement
  • Quick Vent Channel Design – Rapid Heat Discharge
  • Short Chimney – Flavor-Focused
  • UFORCE OCC Coil Technology
  • 0.4ohm U2 Dual Coil – rated for 40-80W
  • Convenient Sliding Top-Fill Method
  • Precision Triple Auxiliary Bottom Airflow Control
  • 14mm Resin Widebore Drip Tip – Vibrant Colorways
  • 24K Gold-Plated 510 Connection

Includes:

  • 1 TOO Resin 180W Box Mod
  • 1 UFORCE T1 Tank
  • 2 0.4ohm U2 UForce Coils
  • 1 Spare Parts & Glass
  • 1 MicroUSB Cable
  • Gene Chip Card
  • Instructional Manual

IJOY SHOGUN UNIV 180W

Nominee

The iJoy SHOGUN UNIV 180W TC Box Mod is still under review as of December 12 2018, but in the time we’ve been testing it we realized that it just had to be on our list of award winning mid-wattage mods and kits. The Shogun is a sensational dual 18650 platform vape mod, integrating an intelligent UNIV Chipset with highly functional output settings within a stunningly designed resin panel construction. The iJoy SHOGUN 180W Mod implements a compact box-like design with visually-pleasing resin colorways that truly stands out amongst other modern vape kits. Powered by dual high-amp 18650 batteries (sold separately), the Shogun is capable of 180W output with the UNIV Chipset, outputting maximal clouds with a near-instantaneous response. The UNIV Chipset lends battery use efficiency, drawing power from the dual battery layout set behind the magnetic battery bay doors. In addition, the UNIV chipset unlocks various user modes to meet different vaping needs, such as PMODE, Pod Mode, and Temp Mode to suit any vapers personal preference. 

iJoy SHOGUN UNIV 180W Box Mod Features:

  • Dimensions – 88mm by 55mm by 28.4mm
  • Univ Chipset
  • Dual High-Amp 18650 Batteries – Not Included
  • Wattage Output Range: 1-180W
  • Voltage Output Range: 0-7.5V
  • Resistance Range: 0.05-3.0ohm
  • Temperature Range: 300°-600°F / 149°-316°C
  • Power Mode
  • POD Mode
  • PMODE
  • Temp Mode
  • Superior Zinc Alloy and Resin Chassis Construction
  • Intuitive Firing Button
  • Two Adjustment Buttons
  • 0.96″ OLED Display Screen
  • Short Circuit Protection
  • Low Power Alert
  • Battery Reverse Protection
  • PCB Temperature Overheat Protection
  • Low/High Resistance Protection
  • Switch Timeout Protection
  • MicroUSB Charging Port
  • Centered Stainless Steel 510 Connection
  • Available in Hellfire, Aurora Blue, Ghostfire, Splendor, Galactic Hurricane, Specter Green

Includes:

  • 1 SHOGUN UNIV 180W Mod
  • 1 MicroUSB Cable
  • 1 User Manual
  • 1 Warranty Card

Eleaf iStick Pico S 100W

Nominee

Okay, maybe, just maybe the Eleaf Pico S should have qualified for the Lo-Wattage Awards since it has a max output of 100W. Thing is, when put to the test the Pico S provides such high performance it feels and performs like something more powerful. So, it has become a nominee in the Mid-Wattage category.

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The Eleaf iStick Pico S 100W TC Starter Kit is the futuristic edition of the Pico series, meticulously constructed to meet modern’s demands with 100W of maximum power chipset and update chassis to pair with the new ELLO VATE Sub-Ohm Tank. The Eleaf Pico S 100W Box Mod deploys a visually striking set-up, featuring a bare battery tube design with artistic texture to create an aggressive impression. The new Pico S also integrated a 7-color LED for added functionality, pairing nicely with the OLED display for full user-focused experience. Powered by a single 18650 or 21700 battery (sold separately), the iStick Pico S can fire up to 100W with full temperature suite and Preheat functionality. The included ELLO VATE Sub-Ohm Tank features a convex glass tube with 6.5mL maximum juice capacity, dual bottom airflow control, retractable top-fill airflow, and the utilization of the HW Coil series. The kit introduces two new coil styles, the 0.15ohm HW-M Multi-Holes Coil along with the mesh-style 0.2ohm HW-N Net Coil.

Quick Links:
Eleaf HW Replacement Coils

Eleaf iStick Pico S 100W TC Box Mod Features:

  • Dimensions – 75mm by 52.5mm by 28.5mm
  • Single High-Amp 18650 Batteries – Not Included
  • Optional High-Amp 21700 Batteries
  • Wattage Output Range: 1-100W
  • Voltage Output Range: 0.5-9V
  • Maximum Voltage Current; 50A
  • Minimum Atomizer Resistance: 0.05ohm
  • Temperature Control Range: 200-600F
  • Ni200, Titanium, and 316 Stainless Steel Compatibility
  • Ergonomic Rounded Contour
  • Preheat Functionality
  • Temperature Coefficient of Resistance Adjustments
  • Three Memory TCR Mode
  • Intuitive OLED Display
  • 7-Color LED Light
  • Oversized Firing Mechanism
  • Top Adjustment Buttons
  • Top-Loaded Threaded Battery Cap
  • Dual Circuit Protection
  • Reverse Polarity Protection
  • MicroUSB Port – 2A Max Charge
  • Stainless Steel 510 Connection

Eleaf ELLO VATE Sub-Ohm Tank Features:

  • 28mm Diameter
  • 6.5mL Juice Capacity
  • Superior Stainless Steel Construction
  • Pyrex Convex Glass Reinforcement
  • Eleaf’s HW Series Coils
  • 0.2ohm HW-N Net Coils Coil – rated for 40-80W
  • 0.15ohm HW-M Multi-Hole Coil – rated for 50-100W
  • Dual Adjustable Airflow at Base
  • Convenient Retractable Top-Fill Method
  • 810 Resin Widebore Drip TIp
  • Detachable Structure
  • 510 Connection

Includes:

  • 1 iStick Pico S 100W Box Mod
  • 1 ELLO VATE Sub-Ohm Tank
  • 1 0.15ohm HW-M Multihole Coil
  • 1 0.2ohm HW-N Net Coil
  • 1 Battery Sleeve
  • 1 USB Cable
  • Spare Parts
  • Instructional Manual