IQOS Veev One Review: Ultimate First Vape?

First launched in the mid-2010s, IQOS is the world’s best-known heated tobacco system and one of the biggest sources of Philip Morris International’s revenue. IQOS doesn’t just offer tobacco products anymore, though, as the brand has now expanded to include the new IQOS Veev One vaping system.

The IQOS Veev One is designed specifically to be a perfect first vape for smokers who haven’t made the switch yet. As such, it offers the simplest and most cigarette-like experience possible. This philosophy extends from the device’s straightforward design to the tight airflow and restrained vapour production, which is modest like a tobacco cigarette and not exaggerated as can often be the case with modern vapes.

In short, the Veev One was created with the clear goal of making it a 1:1 replacement for tobacco cigarettes – but is it successful? Let’s dig in and learn more.

How Much Does the IQOS Veev One Cost?

The IQOS Veev One starter kit costs £8.95 and includes the Veev One device along with a USB-C charging cable and two refill pods. The starter kit is available in two versions.

• Classic Kit: Includes one Blue Mint pod and one Classic Tobacco pod.
• Refreshing Kit: Includes one Watermelon pod and one Blueberry pod.

Veev One pods sell for £5.99 per pack of two and are available in 12 flavours. Each pod contains 2 ml of e-liquid and lasts up to 1,000 puffs. You can generally expect a pod to last one or two days if you vape on a full-time basis, which means that the initial supply of two pods will most likely last about four days at the most. It’s a good idea to order an extra box of pods to ensure that you’ll have a sufficient supply.

At the time of writing, the full Veev One flavour selection consists of Blackcurrant, Blueberry, Blue Mint, Blue Raspberry, Classic Tobacco, Grape, Lemon Lime, Mango, Passionfruit Kiwi Guava, Pineapple, Strawberry and Watermelon.

Since the Veev One kit costs less than an average pack of cigarettes and contains enough e-liquid for up to four days of vaping, it’s priced well within impulse range for smokers who are curious about vaping and want to experience it for themselves. The pods are also less expensive than the pods for many other pre-filled pod vapes.

IQOS Veev One: Specifications

• Device Type: Pod system with pre-filled pods
• Pod Capacity: 2 ml (up to 1,000 puffs)
• Nicotine Strength: 18 mg/ml
• Battery Capacity: 450 mAh
• Firing Style: Automatic puff-based firing

IQOS Veev One: Features

• The Veev One is one of the least expensive vape kits on the market and includes enough e-liquid for 2-4 days of vaping. If you’re curious about vaping but haven’t tried it yet, the Veev One kit should be an easy impulse buy.
• The selection of 12 flavours is very large compared to most pre-filled pod systems.
• The pods are sealed in foil for freshness.
• The pods have ceramic coils, which improves heat resistance and promotes maximum flavour quality from start to finish.
• The Veev One is extremely simple to use; just charge the battery, drop in a magnetic pod and enjoy.
• Many of the flavours have a little cooling menthol in the background, which is a common trend among disposable vapes but is still rare among pre-filled pod systems. The menthol adds a refreshing sensation and promotes smoothness.
• The Veev One has a dedicated power button. You can turn the device on or off by pushing and holding the button.
• The Veev One is a very sleek device. It’s much smaller than many pod vapes, and its gently curved shape helps it slide into and out of your pocket easily.

A Different Type of Vaping Experience

The main thing that sets the IQOS Veev One apart is its unique approach to airflow and vapour production compared to most other modern vaping devices. Most vapes today – even small disposable vapes – are designed to produce very large clouds. It’s gotten to the point where the vapour production of a typical vaping device is much larger than the smoke production of a cigarette, and that might not be what you want if you’re a new vaper.

The Veev One is different because it has very small airflow vents that allow it to closely mimic the tight draw of a tobacco cigarette. This creates a vaping experience that’s likely to feel much more authentic to a smoker. The tighter draw also lengthens the inhaling process slightly, which can promote a stronger and more satisfying throat hit.

In addition to helping the Veev One feel more like a tobacco cigarette, the smaller cloud production also increases the life of the pods. A disposable vape or vape pod containing 2 ml of e-liquid typically lasts up to 600 puffs, but pods for the Veev One last up to 1,000 puffs due to their more efficient operation. As an added bonus, the modest cloud production makes the Veev One a very discreet device.

How to Use the IQOS Veev One

The Veev One is designed to be completely self-explanatory and extremely easy to use even if you’ve never vaped before. Here’s a quick walkthrough of what you can expect your first experience to be like.

• Connect the Veev One device to your computer using the USB-C cable included in the box. The Veev One includes a USB-C-to-USB-C cable, but you can feel free to use a different cable if your computer only has USB-A ports. Charging the battery takes around a half hour.
• Insert a pod into the receptacle at the top of the device. The pod has a magnet and clicks into place automatically.
• Puff gently on the pod to vape. If you hear a gurgling sound when using the Veev One, you’re puffing too firmly and should reduce the air pressure.

You can turn the Veev One on and off by pressing and holding the button on the side of the device.

Don’t forget that you’re not required to use a pod until it’s empty. Whenever you feel like switching flavours, you can remove the pod that you’re currently using and insert a different one. You can see how much e-liquid is in a pod by holding it up to a light source. If you see that no e-liquid remains in the pod – or you taste a burnt flavour when trying to vape – it’s time to replace the pod.

How to Fix Problems with the IQOS Veev One

Because the IQOS Veev One is such a simple device without any configuration options, there’s virtually nothing that you can do incorrectly – so you can expect a problem-free experience almost all of the time. If you do happen to experience a problem with your Veev One, though, here are some tips that can help you fix it.

Veev One Blinking and Not Hitting

If your Veev One blinks when you try to puff on it, follow these steps.

• Remove the pod from the Veev One and check for e-liquid or condensation under it. Dry the pod and device and try vaping again.
• Charge the battery fully and try vaping again.
• If the Veev One is still blinking and not hitting, try replacing the pod.

Veev One Not Charging

If your Veev One doesn’t light up when you connect the charging cable, follow these steps.

• Replace the charging cable. The Veev One will charge with any USB-C cable that’s certified for charging.
• Use a different power source. It’s usually unwise to use a mains adapter to charge a vaping device because the current may be too high. Charge the device through your computer instead.
• Clean the Veev One’s charging port. You can use a toothpick to remove lint and other contaminants that might prevent the battery from charging.

Veev One Gurgling or Leaking

If you hear a gurgling sound when using the IQOS Veev One, you’re probably using too much air pressure when you puff on the device. Because the Veev One’s airflow vents are so small, you need to use gentle air pressure when vaping, or you can cause the pod’s coil assembly to flood. Check for a leak under the pod and dry the pod and device if necessary. Continue vaping – using gentler air pressure – and the gurgling sound will eventually stop on its own.

IQOS Veev One Review: Final Thoughts

As a first vape, it’s hard to think of a product that’s more perfect than the IQOS Veev One. It’s sleek, affordable and easy to use. The flavour selection is large enough that you should have no trouble finding something you really enjoy. The more modest vapour production compared to other vapes promotes a more cigarette-like experience and makes the Veev One very discreet while also helping the pods last longer. In short, the Veev One delivers almost everything that you could possibly want as a new vaper.

The IQOS Veev One does have one shortcoming, though, which is the fact that the pods are only available in one nicotine strength. Many people start vaping with the goal of reducing their nicotine intake gradually and perhaps eventually going completely nicotine free. Since the pods are only available in a single strength of 18 mg/ml at the time of writing, the Veev One doesn’t give you that option. If the Veev One platform is a success, though, lower-strength pods will hopefully become available in the future.