The Best Vape Tanks of 2020
October 16, 2020As vaping products continue to evolve and innovate, the tank remains a fundamental component for many devices and an iconic element of the vaper lifestyle. A delivery system for eliquid vapour, and a component that is highly customisable, no two tanks are set up the same way owing to their ability to adapt and adjust to the individual vaper’s needs and style.
With the recent arrival of the now ubiquitous pod vape, pods and tanks can often be confused for each other as they largely do the same job in a similar way. But to explore what we think have been the best vape tanks so far in 2020, we’re going to focus on classic sub-ohms tanks and why they deliver such a satisfying and rewarding experience for millions of vapers.
What is a Vape Tank?
Also known as a clearomiser, tanks are in essence a chamber that contains your eliquid. Within that chamber is a wire coil, that acts like an element in a kettle. The coil is heated by an electric current from the battery, which in turn heats up the e-liquid in the pod or tank producing vapour that can be inhaled.
Other components that make up a classic tank are a mouthpiece or ‘drip tip’, a 510 connector which is the threaded connection that allows any tank to be paired with any mod (the battery) so long as they share a 510 connection, an adjustable airflow ring and a refill port for topping up the chamber with eliquid. From a few core elements, vape tanks have emerged in many styles and configurations.
What E-liquids should you use with Vape Tanks?
Unlike pods kits which commonly use eliquids of a thinner consistency such as high-PG, 50/50 and nicotine salts e-liquids, tanks fall into the realm of sub-ohm vaping which typically use thicker, High-VG eliquids.
These eliquids require coils of a lower electrical resistance – below 1.0ohms, hence the term ‘sub-ohm’ – that can fire at higher power outputs, producing thick, dense clouds, fantastic flavour and a smooth, comfortable throat hit.
That’s why tanks are commonly paired with higher power mods that can fire between 40 watts and even up to 240 watts to get the most performance out of the tank and the coil.
What E-liquids should you use with Vape Tanks?
Unlike pods kits which commonly use eliquids of a thinner consistency such as high-PG, 50/50 and nicotine salts e-liquids, tanks fall into the realm of sub-ohm vaping which typically use thicker, High-VG eliquids.
These eliquids require coils of a lower electrical resistance – below 1.0ohms, hence the term ‘sub-ohm’ – that can fire at higher power outputs, producing thick, dense clouds, fantastic flavour and a smooth, comfortable throat hit.
That’s why tanks are commonly paired with higher power mods that can fire between 40 watts and even up to 240 watts to get the most performance out of the tank and the coil.
Our favourite Vape Tanks of 2020
The following collection represents what we think have been the best sub-ohm tank in 2020, and all stand among the best vape tanks for flavour and the best vape tanks for clouds. Some may have been released a while ago but still perform among the very best tanks, while others are newcomers that bring pioneering new features.
GeekVape Zeus Vape Tank
Inspired by GeekVape’s bestselling Zeus RTA X tank, this sub-ohm version delivers incredible flavour that rides on thick, luscious clouds for a truly satisfying sub-ohm vape. Meticulously engineered and beautifully designed, the Zeus tank oozes GeekVape’s signature premium thanks to high-end materials and iconic aesthetics. The tank features a top-fill refill system beneath a removable cap that reveals two large juice ports for easy, mess-free refilling and a tactile and smooth adjustable airflow that lets you precisely hone the draw on the tank to deliver your preferred intensity of flavour and clouds.
Changing coils is a breeze thanks to the Zeus’ pre-built coil system, and the Zeus is designed for use with GeekVape’s peerless Z mesh coils, available in Z1 0.4 Ohm or a Z2 0.2 Ohm.
Features:
2ml eliquid capacity
22mm Diameter
Removable Top Cap
810 Drip Tip
Dual Top Adjustable Airflow
Top Fill system
510 Connection Port
What’s in the Box:
Zeus 2ml Sub Ohm Vape Tank
Z2 0.2 Ohm Mesh Coil (Pre-Installed)
Z1 0.4 Ohm Mesh Coil
Coil Removal Tool
Pack Of Replacement Parts
User Manual
Aspire Nautilus GT Vape Tank
Few vape products carry the sort of heritage as Aspire’s legendary Nautilus line, but the beloved family of tanks and kits can now add the Nautilus GT sub-ohm tank, a collaboration by Aspire and Taifun, to its storied ranks. While it may look and perform like a sub-ohm tank, the Nautilus GT is compatible with all of Aspire’s incredible BVC coils and 2S Mesh coils giving it the versatility to allow for mouth-to-lung (MTL) and direct-to-lung (DTL) vaping. Five airflow holes and adjustable airflow deliver a vape that’s perfect for every kind of e-liquid fan.
The Nautilus GT wears design studio Taifun’s distinctive cotemporary-minimalist styling in the knurled design alongside Aspire’s preference for solid, precision-engineered materials, such as those found in the thicker stainless-steel base, designed for faster heat dissipation
Features:
- 2ml e-liquid capacity
- Top filling
- Adjustable airflow
- Range of coils
- MTL & DTL vaping
- Compatible with high VG and high PG e-liquids
What's in the Box:
- 1 x Nautilus GT Tank (2.0 ml)
- 2 x Coils: 1 x Nautilus BVC Coil 1.6Ω / 1 x Nautilus 2S Mesh Coil 0.7Ω(Preinstalled)
- 1 x Warranty Card
- 1 x User Manual
- 1 set of O-rings
SMOK TFV9 Vape Tank
The Smok TFV9 vape tank is easily the most popular tank of Smok’s TFV range. The 2ml tank is made from hard-wearing stainless steel and pyrex glass and features adjustable airflow for unparalleled customisability. The TFV9 can be easily refilled by releasing the push to fill top cap and filling the tank through the exposed refill port for a clean, mess-free experience.
Its 510 connector makes the tank compatible with most powerful mods. Compatible with either Smok TFV9 mesh coils 0.15ohm or the V8 Baby 0.15ohm mesh coils, whichever coil you use, the TFV9 delivers the most incredible flavour and immense clouds to satisfy every sub-ohm, high-VG eliquid fan.
Features:
2 ml E-Liquid Capacity
Thread: 510
Stainless Steel & Pyrex Glass Construction
Bottom Adjustable Airflow
Push-To-Fill Top Cap Design
What’s in the Box:
1 x Smok TFV9 2ml Sub Ohm Vape Tank
2 x Smok TFV9 0.15 Ohm Mesh Coils (1 x Pre-Installed)
1 x Replacement Glass Tube
User Manual
Freemax Fireluke 2 Vape Tank
The Fireluke line of tanks from vape innovators Freemax have become a firm favourite among sub-ohm vapers, and the Fireluke 2 continues the Chinese firm’s pioneering engineering and design. The Fireluke 2 tank boasts patented 360 e-liquid feeding technology for perfect wicking and flavour and a slide-to-open top-fill design, making the task of refilling with e-liquid extremely fast, easy and clean. Adjustable bottom airflow allows you to fine-tune the intensity of the inhale to suit your preferences.
The Firemax 2 tank is compatible with all coils from the original Fireluke tank series, plus a selection of new and improved coils designed specifically to enhance the performance and flavour payoff of your e-liquids. Freemax Vape Produce a wide range of quality vape products, have a look at the full Freemax range.
Includes:
- 2ml eliquid capacity
- Coil: X1 Mesh Coil (0.150hm 40-90W) / X2 Mesh Coil (0.2ohm 40-80W) / X3 Mesh Coil (0.15ohm 50-90W)
- Sub ohm vape tank
- Top-filling
- Adjustable dual airflow
- 810 drip tip
- 510 connection
- Uses mesh coil technology
What’s in the Box:
- Freemax 2ml Fireluke 2 Tank
- Spare Parts
- Freemax TX1 0.15 Ohm Mesh Coil
- Freemax TX2 0.20 Ohm Mesh Coil
- User Manual
HorizonTech Falcon King Vape Tank
The Falcon King vape tank from HorizonTech is an upgraded version of the popular Falcon model and is perhaps the most no-nonsense sub ohm tank currently available on the market. To fill the Falcon King with e-liquid, simply press the button located on the side of the tank and the lid will pop open without any twisting or fiddling. The Falcon King tank is equipped with a convenient 510 thread connection, making it suitable for use with a wide range of mid to high-power regulated mods while a durable stainless-steel and Pyrex glass construction gives the Falcon King a robust finish and an attractive resin mouthpiece adds a dash of effortless style to your sub-ohm setup.
The Falcon King is compatible with the entire Falcon coil series, including the brand-new M-Dual 0.38ohm mech coil and the M1+ 0.16ohm mesh coil. Both coils utilise innovative bamboo fibre core technology which promotes intense, even flavour, billowing vapour production and an overall longer lifespan for the coil.
Features:
- 2ml e-liquid capacity
- Materials: Stainless Steel & Resin
- Top-refill
- 510 Thread
- 810 Drip Tip
What's in the Box:
- 1 x Falcon King Tank
- M-Dual 0.38ohm Mesh Coil 80w
- M1+ 0.16ohm Mesh Coil 75w
- 1 x Drip Tip
- 1 x Replacement Glass
- Spare O-Rings
Vapouriz V-Switch Vape Tank
UK vaping pioneers, Vapouriz, bottled lightning when they teamed up with vape giant Innokin to produce the outstanding V-Switch tank. Made from stainless-steel and Pyrex, this tank is robust and durable yet effortlessly stylish. Designed for use with the bestselling crossover V-Switch kit, the V-Switch tank is nevertheless compatible with most sub-ohm mods that have a 510 connection.
The tanks uses V-Switch crossover coils, designed by Innokin, and can facilitate classic and sub ohm vaping thanks to interchangeable 0.8 and 1.5ohm coils. The 0.8ohm coils are best used between 16-18watts for high-VG eliquids and a DL (direct lung) sensation, and the 1.5ohm coils facilitate 13-14watts for a sublime MTL (mouth-to-lung) vape.
Features:
- 2ml e-liquid capacity
- Resistance: 0.8ohm and 1.5 ohm
- 810 Drip Tip
- 510 Threading
What's in the Box:
- 1 x 2ml V-Switch Tank
- 1 x 0.8ohm Push Fit Coil
- 1 x 1.5ohm Push Fit Coil
- 1 x Spare Drip Tip
- Spare Silicone Seals
- User Manual
Uwell Crown 4 Vape Tank
The apex of Uwell’s game-changing Crown line of sub-ohm tanks, the Crown 4 tank from Uwell features a bevy of improvements from the previous tanks in the Crown series, including a sturdier construction and a simplified top-fill e-liquid system. The Crown 4 also boasts innovative, fully patented self-cleaning technology in which the coils are able to absorb excess e-liquid into a separate condensation chamber which can then be vaped later on.
The Crown 4’s atomiser coils also utilise a pioneering Pro Flavour Core Optimisation System, or Pro-FOCS, which recycles air through the atomiser core twice in order to fully saturate the draw with flavour. There is even a handy drip tip plug which prevents dust and debris from entering the mouthpiece when not in use.
Features:
- 2ml e-liquid capacity
- Stainless Steel Construction
- Pyrex Glass
- Gold-Plated 510 Connection
- 810 Drip Tip
What's in the Box:
- 1 x Uwell Crown IV (4) Tank
- 1 x Spare Glass Tube
- 1 x 0.4ohm Dual SS904L Coil (Rated for 60-70w)
- 1.0.2ohm Dual SS904L Coil (Rated for 70-80w)
- 1 x Pack of O-Rings
- 1 x User Manual
- 1 x Drip Tip Cover