Many vape batteries promise great performance but deliver average results, or look cool but aren’t worth the price.
Then I discovered Vessel, a sophisticated brand of vape pen that has elevated the cannabis vape cartridge experience to a whole new level of elegance.
From the beautifully packaged box, to the substantial weight of the vape in my hand, the Vessel vape pen looks and feels to be the complete package. But what sets it apart is the innovative design which improves the quality of your draws exponentially, proving Vessel has both form and function nailed.
Vessel Vapes
Design & Features
I received two Vessel pens, one in wood/slate and the other in a rose gold finish. I was immediately impressed by the beauty of both of them.
I loved the smoothness of the aluminum body and the intelligence of the 3 LED indicator light, which not only reflects the selected temperature setting, but also communicates the remaining battery life. While seemingly pricey for a vape pen battery, the Vessel vape pen is a step above the rest. Smart, beautiful and brilliantly designed.
Standard Features
- 3 temperature settings
- LED light indicator
- 15 Minute auto shut-off
- Protected cartridge drop in design
- Magnetic charging port
- Maximum airflow design
- Removable transition module
- Substantial battery life
Cartridge Compatibility
The removable top section of the device AKA the “Transition Module”, was designed by Vessel not only to protect your 510-threaded oil cartridge (as well as the connection point), but also to promote improved airflow for impressive draws.
Vessel recommends 0.5 gram cartridges to preserve the smooth lines and aesthetics of the pen, but one gram cartridges perform just as well.
Make sure your selected cartridges are less than 10.8mm in diameter. They also recommend using only certified, reputable brands that use quality hardware like CCELL cartridges (TH2 or M6T models). However, if you unscrew the transition module, you will be able to use wider cartridges. This kills the sleek look of the Vessel, but it’s not a deal breaker.
Some cartridges, like the Kurvana ASCND may not seem compatible at first.
If cartridges have a protruding connection pin at the bottom of the atomizer, you can resolve the issue by pushing the cartridge into the battery a bit harder so the threads will catch.
This may seem counterintuitive, but this vape pen is designed to accommodate most cartridges. Don’t worry, you won’t damage the Vessel.
Recharging the Vessel
The Vessel features an energy efficient battery with a proprietary magnetic connector. Not your typical threaded charger, the easy magnetic connection ensures no accidentally damaged batteries from over-tightening.
The downside of the proprietary magnetic connection is that the Vessel will not be compatible with the spare USB threaded chargers that most vape enthusiasts have lying around.
Additionally, the cap covering the charging port can also be unscrewed to clean any dust or debris that may build up over the life of your Vessel.
While charging, the LED Indicator turns red, pulsing the lights until it reaches its full charge, then it will power off on its own in order to prevent overcharging. Recharging a depleted battery takes a little over an hour and a full charge lasts well over 48 hours with moderate use.
Vessel Vapes
What’s Included
- 1x vape battery
- 1x magnetic USB power cord
- 1-year limited warranty
Tech Specs
| Dimensions | 4.3″L x 0.5″D |
| Weight | 1.25oz |
| Battery | 240mAh lithium-ion |
| Materials | Anodized aluminum body (real wood grain for select styles) |
| Temperature settings | 3 volt settings (Low 2.8v, Med 3.2v, High 3.6v) |
How to Use
The Vessel is so simple to use and includes basic instructions neatly printed inside the box. For more detailed information, check out Vessel’s site.
Press the button 5x to power on and off.
Drop your 510-threaded cannabis vape cartridge into the battery and gently screw in.
Press the button 3x to cycle through the temperature settings. The LED light indicator will turn blue for low, yellow for medium and purple for high. Once your temperature is selected, simply press and hold button for the duration of your inhale.
Note that after 15 minutes of discontinued use, the Vessel will automatically power off.
My Experience
I’ve tried a lot of different vape pens and the Vessel is next level in both elegance and performance. I love the balanced weight of it in my hand and the feel of this pen is so nice. It almost doesn’t feel right carrying it around in my purse or pocket as I want to avoid scratching the beautiful finish, but so far, it has been scratch resistant, which really reflects the quality of the materials.
Every draw is smooth as silk. I didn’t realize how clean the vaping experience would be until I used my Vessel with a Select cannabis cartridge. I tried one of Select’s hybrid Strawberry Banana oils and using the lowest setting (Blue). I pulled thick clouds of vapor while feeling smoothness on my throat with each puff.
This vape is almost perfect. For thicker oils, it usually helps to have a pre-heat function.
While the Vessel lacks a pre-heat function, something I would expect to be baked into the design of such a well engineered vaporizer, I found an alternative solution.
I found that doing this works pretty well: use the Vessel on its highest temp setting (purple LED), then press and hold the button for a few seconds to preheat – then switch back to the lowest (blue) setting to vape.
The battery life on the Vessel is substantial considering a relatively low capacity of 240mAh. The battery uses energy quite efficiently, however, as I was able to vape for over 48 hours with moderate to heavy use before needing to recharge it.
Final Thoughts
The Vessel brand has raised the bar with this vape pen delivering elegance and quality. The Vessel’s clean draws and thick vapor make it an outstanding vaporizer. The battery life is fantastic and the smart LED indicator takes the guesswork out of the remaining life of your vape pen, making it both smart and sexy. While the Vessel comes at a hefty price tag, it’s an excellent vape battery for enjoying your favorite cannabis oils.
Price & Where to Buy
Vessel vape pens retail for $79 directly through Vessel’s website. They have a large selection of stunningly beautiful styles, colors and finishes.
You can also buy Vessel vapes through authorized retailer VapePartsMart.com.
Warranty Info – Every Vessel device is backed by a 1-year warranty.
Vessel Vapes
Vessel Vape Pen Battery
Pros
- Beautifully designed
- Feels great in hand
- Well engineered
- Adjustable voltage control
- Smart LED multi indicator
- Silky smooth draws
- Long battery life
- Works with most vape carts
Cons
- Doesn't work with all vape carts
- No preheat function
The Vessel support team is terrible! When I first purchased the cigar looking vape pen, I thought it was getting something very cool. However, within six months of using it – it went bad. I was thinking about how much money I spent on this Vessel pen and it would be worth the time to ask for support. They advertise their pens to have a 1-year warranty and so I emailed them. When I first emailed them, the no-name customer support representative was friendly and responded within a couple of days of my request. They did a diagnose for me and figured… Read more »
I also have had my vessel for 5 months and it no longer works as advertised. The top will no longer screw on. This is a waste of money and will only last maybe 4 -5 months. The warranty says this issue is not covered. I’ve reached out to customer service to no avail. DONT BUY A VESSEL! RIP OFF!!
I purchased a Vessel expedition and within a month the transition module stripped and warranty advised they do not have replacement parts for their products. I then bought another expedition “bundle” with a base charger and case. As soon as I received the package I set up the base charger and inserted the pen but the base would not charge my pen. It would only charge if you held the pen at an angle while it was in the base, if you let go the charger would not work. I emailed support and requested a new base, they asked for… Read more »