Vaping360 Awards
From groundbreaking products to standout brands, the awards celebrate those who continue to push boundaries and lead the industry with creativity and dedication. Explore the visionaries shaping the industry’s future!
Awards Categories
This year's awards feature diverse categories designed to recognize excellence in innovation and industry impact.
Best Newcomers
Let's celebrate the new vape companies that turned heads by releasing fantastic products in their first year. Who made the biggest splash in 2024, and who has the most promising future in the industry? We'll analyze performance, manufacturing, innovation, and branding to decide the winner.
Most Innovative Brands
Innovation fuels the vape industry. One humble cigalike quickly blossomed into the diverse landscape of products and technologies on the market today. Thankfully, many companies are still pushing the limits and developing unique and valuable features. Which one made the most significant strides in 2024?
Best Vape Brands (Overall)
The most competitive category! These brands are staples of the vape industry, consistently developing a range of exciting new products year after year. Every name on this list is a winner, but we can only choose one. To do that, we'll review the 2024 releases from each brand and determine who in our list had the best year.
Best Brands for Beginners
This is an opportunity to acknowledge brands that prioritize new vapers. Advanced features may be exciting, but intuitive products and beginner-friendly features are crucial for those who are just getting started. Every name on this list goes to great lengths to cater to this market, but we'll be picking the one that (we think) does it best.
Best Branding
From slick packaging to eye-catching designs, great branding ignites excitement for a product while also retaining the company's core image. This balancing act of uniqueness and consistency attracts new customers and builds loyalty, but some companies execute it better than others. Who is the branding champion of 2024?
Exclusive Sponsor
As a sponsor of our industry awards, Geekvape is celebrated for their robust and innovative vaping products that combine cutting-edge technology with user-friendly designs, consistently delivering excellence and reliability to the vaping community
Best E-liquid Brands
Which e-liquid brand reigned supreme in 2024? That's a hard one! We know that taste is subjective, and some brands may focus on one area and fall short on others. Judging this category will be difficult, but we'll do our best. Don't hate us if we don't pick your favorite!
Best CBD Brands
Since skyrocketing to fame in the 2010s, CBD has become a staple for those seeking to soothe their minds and bodies with cannabis. From delicious CBD-infused treats to potent tinctures and oils, there’s an option for just about anyone perusing the market—but which brand did it best in 2024?
Best Design
The best products are always centered around a great design. Not only is it the catalyst for the hype, but a well-executed design also compels users to continue reaching for a device long after the initial excitement has faded. What product stood out the most this year?
Best Vape Mods
Vapers love their mods, often obsessively! Whenever an exciting new device hits the market, we're eager to add it to the collection. Mods do more than power the vaping experience; they're fun and unique and add a fresh look to any setup. 2024 introduced some impressive releases, but our top pick may surprise you.
Exclusive Sponsor
As a sponsor of our industry awards, Geekvape is celebrated for their robust and innovative vaping products that combine cutting-edge technology with user-friendly designs, consistently delivering excellence and reliability to the vaping community
Best Vape Tanks
Tanks were once the focal point of the vape industry. They may have declined in popularity after the emergence of pods and disposables, but we don't think they'll ever go out of style. Sub ohm tanks, RTAs, MTL tanks—we love them all! We tried some good ones this year, so selecting a winner won't be easy.
Best RDAs
RDAs are the best of both worlds: they produce the biggest clouds and deliver top-notch flavor. For many seasoned vapers, nothing quite matches the performance of an RDA. Although we only saw a handful of new releases in 2024, most of them were phenomenal. It's a shame we can only pick one.
Best Pod Vapes
Pod vapes quickly took over the market after emerging in 2016. Unlike many vaping trends, their popularity never seems to decline. They're simple and portable, and they continue to get better every year. 2024 may have seen the release of some of the best pod vapes yet, making competition especially fierce!
Best Disposable Vapes
Disposable vapes may not be ideal long-term options, but they can provide a convenient off-ramp for transitioning smokers (they're also handy when you're in a pinch!). Despite their simplicity, many modern disposables are feature-rich and deliver great flavor. We have a handful of favorites, but which is the best?
Best Beginner Vapes
Whether you're looking to go the disposable route or dive into the world of pod vapes, plenty of beginner-friendly options are available. Although we'll be picking our favorite, every product on this list is affordable, flavorful, and easy to use—which is the perfect recipe for a new vaper.
Exclusive Sponsor
As a sponsor of our industry awards, Geekvape is celebrated for their robust and innovative vaping products that combine cutting-edge technology with user-friendly designs, consistently delivering excellence and reliability to the vaping community
Most Innovative Products
The vape industry still has a few tricks up its sleeve, but practical innovations are hard to find. Thankfully, several game-changing products turned our heads in 2024. Some are entirely original, while others improve upon previously established concepts. Which product's innovative features impressed us the most?
Best Heated Tobacco Products
Like vaping and nicotine pouches, heated tobacco products (HTPs) are a valuable form of tobacco harm reduction. For some, they may seem too similar to cigarettes, but that's precisely why they're so effective for others. If you're curious about the world of HTPs, our favorite devices of 2024 are a great place to start.
Best Portable Vaporizers
Once upon a time, vaping cannabis was a stationary activity—until portable vaporizers hit the scene and ushered in an era of flexibility. Whether they’re built to handle wax, bud, or both, these handheld vaporizers are compact but mighty. Which of our favorites comes out on top?
Best Prefilled Cannabis Products
No one needs to sacrifice flavor or potency for the sake of convenience. Prefilled carts and disposables are some of the most beginner-friendly ways to enjoy cannabis, but in 2024, you’ll find terpene-rich products that can satisfy even an expert’s tastes. Which impressed us the most this year?
Best Technology Innovation
New technologies drive innovation and offer vapers better performance and improved user experience. From coil and pod designs, to sustainable features, to advanced smart chipsets, these are the innovative technologies that impressed us the most in 2024.
Exclusive Sponsor
As a sponsor of our industry awards, Geekvape is celebrated for their robust and innovative vaping products that combine cutting-edge technology with user-friendly designs, consistently delivering excellence and reliability to the vaping community
Awards Committee
Comprised of industry experts and leaders, the Awards Committee is responsible for evaluating nominees and selecting winners. Meet the team that ensures each entry is assessed with fairness and expertise.
Alex Kendell
As co-founder of Vaping360, I've been immersed in the vaping community since 2012, dedicated to driving industry innovation and enhancing user engagement. My role revolves around shaping marketing strategies and fostering long-standing partnerships.
Hayley Heidelbaugh
I'm a Pennsylvania-based cannabis enthusiast and writer. As a part of the Vaping360 team, I'm eager to help cannabis consumers explore vaping and get the most out of their experience. You can also find me @faeberrystudios on Instagram.
Spyros Papamichail
Having quit smoking using vapes in 2016, I developed a deep passion for all things vaping. I turned my hobby into a career and now work as the Content Manager of Vaping360. In my free time you'll find me gaming or playing fetch with my dog, Buffy.
Jeremy Mann
As a longtime vaping advocate, I’ve been part of Vaping360 since its early days, but I remain passionate about helping others switch from smoking. Formerly the chief editor, I now contribute content to educate and connect the vaping community.
Robin Bartels
After starting with a poor experience, I gave vaping another chance, and never looked back. I’m a now a passionate advocate for living smoke-free and work with Vaping360 to help smokers make the switch. In my free time I enjoy gaming and meeting with friends.
Jeremy VanOs
Vaping empowered me to kick a lengthy smoking habit in 2014. It changed my life and I never looked back. Although it quickly became a hobby, my real passion is helping smokers make the switch and spreading awareness about its potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to common questions about our awards program. This section provides helpful information to guide you through the nomination process, judging criteria, and event details.
What are the criteria for judging nominees?
Nominees are judged based on innovation, impact on the industry, quality of products or services, and customer satisfaction. We leverage our decade of experience and extensive product testing to ensure a fair evaluation.
Can I sponsor an award?
When will the winners be announced?
How are winners chosen?
How can I contact the awards team for more information?
