What vapes can I use after the disposable vape ban?
Have you heard the news? The government is planning to ban disposable vapes in the UK. The ban is due to come into effect in April 2025 and on the back of this development thousands of vapers are starting to look at replacements for disposables.
The good news is that there are a lot of options (and we mean a lot). They have all the features that make disposables so popular, and like single-use vapes, they’re easy to use and simple to maintain. As an added bonus, these options are also cheaper and better for the environment. They also cost less to run because you only have to replace small components, instead of a whole battery.
The question is, which kind of kit should you go for? This guide will take you through all the different varieties and why they might be the best fit.
Prefilled Pod Kits
Prefilled pod kits are a natural “next step” if you’re looking to move on from disposable vapes. Just like disposables, they offer a wide range of flavours, are simple to use and don’t require any refilling or coil changes. Instead, you just replace pods which come preloaded with vape juice – a quick and easy process. Unlike disposables, you don’t throw away the whole thing when the e-liquid has run out: the pods can be replaced with new ones and the battery can be recharged.
Why should I use a prefilled pod vape instead of a disposable vape?
While you do need to charge a prefilled pod kit – a step that disposables don’t require – we think the trade-off is well worth it. You’ll save money as you’ll only replace the pods, which you can often find in our multi-buys. Plus, you’ll be more eco-friendly, as you won’t be disposing of a battery. Prefilled pod kits are nearly as simple to use as disposables – just inhale on the mouthpiece to vape and replace your pod when it’s empty.
What are the best prefilled pods to use instead of disposable vapes?
If you’re looking for a device that tastes and feels similar to a disposable vape, who better to provide it than the disposable vape experts themselves? The creators of popular single-use devices like Elf Bar, SKE Crystal, Lost Mary and Gold Bar have all launched their own pod kits in the forms of the Elfa Pro, Crystal Plus, Lost Mary Tappo and Gold Bar Reload. Filled with the same flavours as their best-selling disposables, they’re ideal if you don’t want to leave your favourite blends behind.
For something different, go for the Riot Connex, which features a handy child-lock button and individually-packaged magnetic Connex pods that are part of our 4 for £10 multi-buy.
Refillable Vapes
Refillable vapes offer a lot more freedom than prefilled kits. You’ll pick your own e-liquid and get access to a frankly massive range of flavours and nicotine strengths. Aside from being able to tailor your vape, these kits offer a decent opportunity to save some money. By refilling a kit yourself and only changing small parts, like coils – rather than throwing the whole lot away – you’ll cut down on unnecessary expenses.
Why should I use a refillable vape instead of a disposable vape?
Refillables do require a little more by way of maintenance than disposables, for example you’ll need to fill up your vape with e-liquid. However, this is really easy with modern kits thanks to fuss-free features like top-filling pods and tanks. If you’re looking to keep things really simple go for a vape that uses built-in coils – they require less maintenance as you only have to swap pods not coils (which can be a little fiddly).
You’ll also get access to our truly impressive range of vape juice, featuring every flavour you could ever think of – and then some! Bottled e-liquid works out much cheaper per millilitre than disposables too. To find out more about how you can save money, check out our Vaping Vs Smoking Calculator.
What are the best refillable vapes to use instead of disposable vapes?
First off, we have to mention the Vaporesso Xros 3, one of our best-selling refillable pod kits. It’s popular with customers, and with staff too – in fact, it’s one of the most commonly spotted kits around Vape Club HQ! Other simple refillable pod kits that are easy to get started with include the Aspire Gotek X and the Geekvape Wenax M1 – both require minimal maintenance and are quick to set up.
For refillable vapes that are a little more customisable, the Oxva Xlim Pro allows you to adjust the power output and change how each puff feels. And the Vaporesso Luxe XR is compatible with replaceable coils in a wide range of resistances so it can offer everything from a discreet MTL inhale to an airy DTL vape.
Big Puff Pod Vapes
Relatively new on the scene, big puff vapes have taken off in a big way. There are two kinds: big puff disposables, which come with a pre-installed 2ml pod and prefilled e-liquid container that you load into your device; and big puff pod kits, which hold multiple replaceable prefilled pods that you can swap between. Big puff disposables will fall under the ban, but big puff pod kits won’t, since the pods are replaceable and you can keep using the device.
Why should I use a big puff pod vape instead of a disposable?
Big puff pod kits work out cheaper than disposable vapes, and they’re more environmentally-friendly since you only need to replace the pods and not your whole device. They offer a higher puff count than standard disposables do – up to 2600 – and they take up less room in your bag than multiple single-use devices. They’re also ideal if you get bored of using the same flavours easily, since most big puff pod kits let you swap between multiple flavours whenever you fancy.
What are the best big puff pod vapes to use instead of disposables?
The Lost Mary 4 In 1 and SKE Crystal 4 In 1 kits are ideal if you’re looking for a big puff vape that’s inspired by classic disposables. They both feature the same bold flavours you’d find in Lost Mary or Crystal Bar disposables, and hold four pods that you can swap between. The Elf Bar 1200 kit is similar but it's more compact as it houses two pods.
For something a little different, the IVG Air 4 In 1 can be loaded up with four prefilled pods with flavours designed by the expert UK mixologists at IVG. The Sky Hunter Twist Slim is another four-pod option that features some unique flavours – go for one of these two kits if you prefer more complex flavours.
Summing Up
There you go – our run-down of the best vapes you can use after the disposable vape ban. We hope we’ve helped you pick out a new vape kit that’ll suit you. If you still have questions, feel free to get in touch with our Customer Service team. Our friendly vape experts are happy to help, seven days a week, over the phone, by email or through our live chat.
