Anyone who does a bit of research on electronic cigarettes will soon find that there are a variety of types and sizes.  Some are better than others, but in general they all have their pros and cons.  Below is a list of some of the most popular types and their most common names along with what we believe to be their strengths and weaknesses.

Super Mini Cigarette (RN4088) – One of the smallest models on the market.  It is basically the same size as a regular cigarette. Pros: It’s small size makes it comfortable for many smokers to use.  Cons: It’s small size also makes it’s battery, atomizer, and cartridge pretty small so battery life is weak, it produces less vapor than others, and you will need to refill or change the cartridge more often.

Super Cigarette (DSE101, DSE103, RN4081) – Slightly larger than a regular cigarette, but still looks like a tobacco cigarette.  Pros: Most smokers find the size comfortable and it produces good vapor and has decent battery life.  Cons: The cartridge is a bit smaller than others so you will need to refill or change cartridges more often, although it’s cartridge is larger than the Super Mini Cigarette.

Mini Cigarette (DSE901, RN4075) – About the same girth as the Super Cigarette, but longer and has a tapered mouthpiece. Pros: Produces good vapor and has a good battery life.  Cons: Some smokers find the feel and design to be too different from a traditional cigarette and more like a small cigar.

Penstyle (DSE801, RN4072) – This was one of the first designs on the market.  It is quite a bit larger than a tobacco cigarette.  Pros:  It produces a lot of vapor and has a strong battery with a large cartridge.  Cons:  It is large an awkward to hold for many used to smoking a traditional (analogue) cigarette.

Screwdriver – As you guessed, this is shaped like a screwdriver.  It is basically just a really big battery.  Pros: Battery life is extended.  Cons:  It is very large and can be uncomfortable to hold.  Users have complained that they don’t like using them in public because they look strange.

Disposables – Disposable electronic cigarettes are all one piece with no rechargeable battery or refillable cartridge.  They come in different sizes, but are generally the same size as the Mini Cigarette.  Pros: Convenience.  Cons: They cartridges can’t be refilled, the batteries can’t be recharged.  Produces more waste.

The Instead Electronic Cigarette falls into the category of Super Cigarette.  We have tried models from every category and found that our electronic cigarette is a good balance of size, function, and vapor production.  We believe this model is the most satisfactory for long time smokers looking for an alternative to smoking tobacco cigarettes. To see our kits visit Electronic Cigarette Kits.

Created for smokers, by smokers, the INSTEAD Electronic Cigarette comes with 2 atomizers, 2 batteries with blue LED’s and wall charger, all within an engraved stash tin. Never misplace your components again! All sets also include a velvet pouch that nicely fits 2 batteries, 2 atomizers and your eliquid or some extra cartridges for when you need to tuck them into your pocket or purse!

Most sets only offer you one atomizer. So what happens when you need to replace your atomizer and you only have one? You have to cross your fingers and wait until your new atomizer arrives. You may even find yourself at the local 7/11, purchasing another pack of tobacco! With two atomizers, you can keep smoking your e-cig, rain or shine.

The INSTEAD Electronic Cigarette Stash Tin is the most eco-friendly cigarette packaging in the electronic smoking industry. Every single thing you receive is reusable. There are no longer pretty packages that present the e-cig to you, and then end up in the rubbish bin! Each tin also comes with a starter guide to get you started. INSTEAD has decided that in order to be truly eco-friendly, the INSTEAD Electronic Cigarette manual can now be found online in English, Spanish and French. There, you will find dosing information, a care guide, as well as eliquid assistance!

This personal vaporizer can be used where ever smoking is not allowed and offers no second hand smoke. The traditional issues with smoking are GONE! No ashtrays, butts, lighters and cigarette burns, the INSTEAD Electronic Cigarette is a must have for every smoker!

Join the tobacco free smoking revolution! Leave the tobacco behind once and for all and continue to enjoy your smoking habit. Say “INSTEAD, I smoke electronically!”

Other accessories available: The Car Charger Adapter, The USB Charger, Batteries with Orange LED’s and coming soon, replacement Stash Tins, Baggies, Velvet Carrying Pouches, and Empty Cartridges.

For our current customers who have already purchased and would like to purchase a Stash Tin, Baggies and/or Velvet Carrying Pouches, please contact us via our online form. We will email you as soon as the extras are in and pricing for current customers is determined.

With the addition of the second atomizer, we have also changed our warranty. Please feel free to visit our warranty page so you can see that we are in this to help you have a successful brand switch! One thing that hasn’t changed in our warranty is that we want happy smokers. Whether you are a customer or not, if you have an issue of any kind, please feel free to contact us. We are happy to work through anything with you and our door is always open.

Thanks for choosing INSTEAD and have a happy tobacco free smoking day!

This comparison will be about size.  To give you an idea of the size of our mini e-cigarettes, here is a picture of our mini side by side with a regular length Parliament tobacco cigarette:

e-cigarette vs tobacco cigarette

As you can see, our mini is slightly larger than a regular tobacco cigarette (it is about the same length as a 100 tobacco cigarette).  The girth of the device is also slightly greater than a tobacco cig.

First, it is important to note that this is not the smallest electronic cigarette you can buy.  It is also not the largest.  We have tried many, many products and based on our testing, we have found 2 things to generally be true:

1) The larger the device, the longer the cartridges last, the longer the batteries last, and the more smoke (vapor) that you’ll get.

2) The electronic cigarettes that are as small or smaller than a regular cigarette are not of the quality, yet, to where we want to sell them.  I am not making any comments about any particular brand or model, just saying that the smaller ones we have tested get hot quickly (the atomizer) and don’t produce enough vapor.

The Instead Mini Electronic Cigarette is the smallest one we have found that produces a good amount of vapor and has quality components.  It is also quite comfortable to hold and does mimic a real tobacco cigarette quite well.

The Instead Regular Electronic Cigarette is about a half of an inch longer than our Mini, has the same girth, and has a tapered mouthpiece/cartridge.  We will get some pics of it up soon.

If you didn’t get your electronic cigarette in your stocking, well we hope to see your order soon!  What a great way to start out the new year with a change in your smoking habit.

After our travels and lots of consumer requests, we have determined that the blue LED light on the electronic cigarette is becoming more popular for smoking the electronic cigarette in public.  As the Instead E-Cigarette looks just like a real cigarette, we are finding that many would prefer the blue light as it makes the appearance slightly different than a real cigarette.  Have you ever seen a real ciggy burn blue?  We haven’t.

Currently, we offer the Instead Electronic Cigarette Sets with blue LED’s only.  If you prefer orange, a spare battery with an orange LED can be purchased separately.

And as always, if you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.  We are here and ready to help you!

I’ve had some questions about the Super Cigarette. This arises from the fact that the packaging on our mini electronic cigarettes says “Super Cigarette”. The difference is in versions. The super is a mini. It is the latest version of the electronic cigarette. Well…almost. There is one smaller yet, however the reports I am getting from the manufacturer is that the battery life has been further reduced as has the amount of puffs you can take per cartridge. They are working out these issues. So, the Super Cigarette is the Mini Electronic Cigarette that we carry. It is relatively proven (although it hasn’t been out that long) and works very well for the customers I have spoken with. When the time comes to move on to the next generation, I’ll post and let everyone know and include instructions about re-ordering e-cigarette refills for the older versions.

You can now get a regular electronic cigarette or a mini electronic cigarette combo set, which includes additional nicotine cartridges above the 5 refills that come with it, for a reduced price.  This includes flavored nicotine refills as well! This sale is one week only.

Visit Electronic Cigarette Combo Set Sale to save now.

UPDATE: Please visit our Electronic Cigarette Sets page for the latest packages we offer.

You can now purchase an e cigarette set that includes additional nicotine refills, all for a reduced price.  This will allow you to have additional refills on hand, above the 5 cartridges that come with the electronic cigarette.  Visit buy e cigarette set to find out more about this new package deal for either the regular size e-cigarette or the mini.

UPDATE: We now just carry the INSTEAD Electronic Cigarette which is the same as the one we previously called the mini e-cigarette.

We have been getting some questions about the differences between some of the electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) for sale out there and thought I would write a quick note about it.  We offer two kinds, the regular electronic cigarette and the mini electronic cigarette.  They act the same in that they both deliver nicotine by vaporizing the liquid nicotine contain in the cartridges.  Both have the same parts including a rechargeable battery.  The only difference is their size.  The mini is just slightly larger than a regular cigarette, while the regular electronic cigarette is slightly larger than that.  We will eventually only offer the mini as this has become much more high demand, although will continue to carry the refills for the regular e-cigarette.  I should note that there are other products on the market that are larger yet and look more like a cigar.  We do not carry these at this time and don’t plan to.   If you have specific questions about the electronic cigarette, please feel free to contact us.

Well after a bit of work and re-organization we are proud to offer reduced pricing on all of our products, including our newest product; the mini e-cigarette. This little guy is just slightly larger than a regular cigarette and much easier to hold and use. We hope to get a video of one up very soon. Visit the mini ecigarette shop to purchase.

There is a new electronic cigarette out that is smaller and looks a lot more like an actual cigarette. More importantly it is not as heavy or clunky to handle. Here is a picture of the mini e-cigarette:

We are working to secure a reliable manufacturer of this new, smaller version of the ecigarette. In the mean time you can purchase a mini e-cigarette here. Let us know your thoughts if you have tried one.