Search "switch to vaping" and you'll get a wall of checklists: buy three devices, sample twelve flavors, track your puffs in an app, upgrade your coil every week. It's overwhelming, and most of it is unnecessary for someone who just wants to stop smoking.

Let's trim that list. You don't need a drawer full of hardware. You don't need to become a hobbyist. You need one reliable device, a nicotine level that matches your smoking habit, and a few days of patience.

Demote this advice:

• "Buy a starter kit with multiple pods and coils." You're not rebuilding engines. A single disposable vape (like VERTEX-VISTA or LINQ-SLIM) is enough to see if this works for you.
• "Try every flavor under the sun." Stick to one or two familiar profiles at first—tobacco, mint, or a mild fruit. Flavor fatigue is real; you can explore later.
• "Track every puff in an app." Not needed. You'll know if it's working by how you feel.
• "Charge after every session." No. Charge when the LED blinks or the draw feels weak. Overcharging is a real thing.