Categories
The awards are divided into four categories:
Product Awards – The public determines the winners for flavour, hardware, and alternative nicotine products. Companies must first submit their entries, after which the public votes to select the final winner
Public Choice Awards – The public decides on these awards through an online vote
Industry Awards – The Vapouround team chooses these awards
10 Years of Excellence | Best of the Decade Awards – Honouring the best achievements from the past decade. The Vapouround team chooses these awards
Product Awards
FLAVOUR
From candy to traditional custards and pastries, this is the category for the more indulgent e-liquid profiles.
Coffee, tea, cocktail blends and just about any other beverage flavour you can dream of are eligible for this category.
The category for straight fruit blends, ranging from single flavour profiles to complex multi-layered combinations.
Any e-liquid with menthol, coolant or mint is eligible for this category.
Whether it’s a heavy pipe blend or sweet dessert tobacco, it belongs in this category.
All shisha pens and e-liquids are eligible for this category.
Hardware
The category for all regulated mods. Any battery specification is eligible, provided the device allows for full user wattage control.
Tanks that are designed for any style vaping experience qualify for this category.
Every pod system is eligible to be recognised in the Best Overall Pod System category
Only devices that feature removable pods or cartridges that are already pre-filled with e-liquid are eligible for this category.
Any device with a focus on easy usability and that offers the ability to refill removable pods or cartridges belongs in this category.
All single-use, pre-filled disposable devices fall into this category.
All single-use, pre-filled disposable devices under 5,000 puffs fall into this category.
All single-use, pre-filled disposable devices over 5,000 and below 15,000 puffs fall into this category.
All single-use, pre-filled disposable devices with 15,000 or over puffs fall into this category.
ALTERNATIVE NICOTINE
All alternative tobacco harm reduction devices are eligible for this category.
All nicotine pouches are eligible for this category.
PUBLIC CHOICE AWARDS
The brick-and-mortar vape retailers are the beating heart of our industry. This award recognises the service these physical retailers provide for the vape sector.
The online side of the industry has never been more vital. This award recognises the increasingly important role those online retailers play.
Reviewers and Influencers work hard to keep consumers and businesses informed on the latest products. This award shows our appreciation for their efforts.
Trade shows are a great opportunity for the global vape community to come together. From planning to production, this award recognises the tradeshow that stands apart from rest.
There are some incredible e-liquid ranges available on the global market. Fruit, dessert, candy, beverage and much more. This award recognises a ‘must-try’ e-liquid range with flavours that stand out from the rest.
Traditionally one of the most coveted awards. Any e-liquid that is available on the market is eligible for this award.
INDUSTRY AWARDS
Every year exhibitor stands become even more impressive than the last thanks to the help of the professionals. This award highlights the creative talents of these exhibition stand builders.
This award recognises a brand that went the extra mile with its exhibition stands.
An award that recognises manufacturing excellence, celebrating quality and innovation in the global vape industry.
An award that highlights newer companies/brands that have substantially impacted the industry over the past year.
From efficient logistics to product curation, distributors are vital to the operation of every retailer. This award recognises the best in the business.
Now more than ever, it’s important that branding is both effective and responsible. This award recognises companies that have achieved this.
This award recognises the most ground-breaking innovation in the vape industry.
An award recognising a brand with a sustainable product, innovation or initiative in the vape industry.
Vaping needs passionate advocates and educators. This award honours those who go above and beyond to fight for our right to vape.
A prestigious award recognising a company that has maintained a level of excellence across all aspects of their brand, including the products themselves, branding and marketing, online presence and customer service.
This award honours a brand or individual without whom the industry would not be where it is today.
An award recognising those who have pushed the industry to grow and helped vaping serve as an effective alternative to smoking.
This award recognises a product, e-liquid or vaping innovation which is regarded as a game-changer for the industry.
Best of the Decade Awards
Best of the
Decade Awards
Acknowledging the groundbreaking idea or technology that led the way in vaping advancements
A tribute to those whose contributions have left a lasting impact on the industry, building a strong foundation for the future
Honouring an individual whose vision, dedication, and leadership have shaped the vaping industry