Overview of Electronic Cigarette Brands

One of the most frequently asked questions from those just starting out with electronic cigarettes is which brand to choose for the best product at the lowest price. The internet has endless sites devoted to reviewing electronic cigarettes, but it is difficult to discern which are unbiased, and which are backed by the individual distributors. As a general rule, reading through several sites, as well as reader contributions on electronic cigarette forums and blogs, will lend itself to an overall sense of the general consumer sentiment towards each brand's quality and value. With over 1.25 million current electronic cigarette users, and approximately 10,000 making the switch every month, new users can rely on extensive support in selecting the product that best suits their needs.

There are nearly 500 separate distributors in the United States today, however they are all owned by a small handful of people. Five factories manufacture e cigarettes in China, three of which are owned by the same person. This means that while options can seem overwhelming, most are comparable in quality and cost.
Five of the major e cigarette brands include these heavy hitters:
* South Beach Smoke - This company joined the market in July 2010, and has been noted in entertainment news as the e cigarette of choice for the rich and famous. Generally speaking, consumer sentiment indicates satisfaction with South Beach Smoke's high quality and low price, as well as the lifetime warranty. As an extra level of service, South Beach Smoke offers a loyalty program membership that provides benefits in cost and convenience - users can have product delivered directly to their homes, and members receive exclusive money-saving coupons.

* V2 Cigs - Founded by entrepreneurs seeking a healthier alternative to traditional tobacco, V2 Cigs come in at the midpoint of the typical smokeless cigarette price range. Offering a money back guarantee within 30 days of purchase, and a limited lifetime warranty against defects in manufacture and materials, V2 Cigs have an excellent reputation for high quality product at a reasonable price. V2 Cigs offers an assortment of liquid flavors, and all ingredients are available on the company's website, for the peace of mind of health conscious users.


* The Safe Cig - As the first significant distributer of e cigarettes, this company enjoys a high percentage of market share. Fans of the Safe Cig like the close imitation of Safe Cig flavor to traditional tobacco products. Consumer reviews indicate that the Classic Tobacco liquid is similar to Camel, Parliament, and Virginia Slims brand tobacco cigarettes, while the Menthol flavor compares well to Newports and Marlboro Menthols. A Marl flavor is geared especially to those who once smoked Marlboro brand, ensuring the transition to e cigarettes is as smooth and successful as possible. This brand, perhaps because of its popularity as a tobacco replacement, is slightly above average on the price scale.

* Green Smoke - With pioneering products that changed the face of the industry, Green Smoke enjoys popularity despite its much higher than average price. Green Smoke was first with a two-piece smokeless cigarette design, disposable atomizers, and the comprehensive starter kits offered by most companies today. Green Smoke continues to corner the market with a unique one-step cartridge replacement design.


* Vapouriz - Newcomer to electronic cigarettes, Vapouriz came to market in July 2011. This company is one of the few to receive recognition by the United Kingdom's Electronic Cigarette Industry Trade Association for compliance with all best practice recommendations. Reviews indicate early positive feedback for quality and price, and all purchases are protected by a lifetime warranty.
Options in electronic cigarettes are many and varied, making it hard for a new user to know where to start. Fortunately, electronic cigarette users are vocal advocates of their favorites, and don't hesitate to join web conversation.