Banned But Not Forgotten: How to Keep Vaping the Disposables You Love
Using disposable vapes? Worried about the disposable vape ban?
Don’t be.
While it’s true that disposable vapes will be banned across the UK from 1st June 2025, vape manufacturers have been working hard to ensure there are convenient, easy-to-use and compliant alternatives that work as well - or better - than your current disposable vape.
So in this post, we’ll be helping you match your current favourite to the best alternative devices.
At a glance
Below you’ll find popular disposable devices, along with their prefilled pod and e-liquid alternatives. Do note that you’ll need a refillable pod device to use the e-liquid.
| Disposable | Best Alternative Pod Vapes | Best Alternative E-Liquid Range |
| IVG 2400 |
IVG 2400 prefilled pod vape (coming soon) IVG Air 4in1 |
IVG Nic Salts |
| Lost Mary BM600 |
Lost Mary BM600 Prefilled Pod Kit Lost Mary Tappo |
Maryliq |
| Lost Mary BM6000 | Lost Mary BM6000 Prefilled Pod Kit | Maryliq |
| SKE Crystal Bar |
SKE 600 Pro SKE Crystal Plus Prefilled Pod Device Crystal CL6000 |
SKE Crystal Vape Juice |
| Elf Bar 600 |
Elf Bar 600 Prefilled Pod Device Elfa Pro |
Elfliq |
| Vape Gold |
Vape Gold Gold Bar Reload Gold Bar Apollo |
Vape Gold Bar Salts |
| Elux disposables | Elux Legend Nic Salts |
What’s the difference between the devices?
In most cases brands have matched the taste and draw you’ll be getting from your device, so you won’t notice any difference in existing flavours.
You will find that brands have also introduced some new flavours for you to explore.
Most devices also look identical. The IVG 2400 is a good example - not only is the name the same, the new device mirrors the original in look and feel. The only differences are that you can:
- Recharge the device.
- Replace the pods once you have finished with them.
These are good changes! With disposable devices, every time you use a new device, you are effectively paying for a new lithium battery. The new prefilled pod devices allow you recharge and reuse the battery, which both reduces the cost of vaping and reduces waste.
New option worth trying: The Vaporesso Dojo Blast
Vaporesso produces some of the best refillable devices in the world, so it’s well worth paying attention when they release a prefilled pod device.
Their new Dojo Blast is actually two devices.
The Dojo Blast 2000 Go resembles a typical disposable device, although of course it can be recharged and works with replaceable pods. The Dojo Blast 6000 comes with a refill container, which fits on top of the original pods and allows you to enjoy 8ml of e-liquid before you need to replace the pod.
What about e-liquid options?
E-liquid is the best long term option for vapers. Once you have bought a refillable vape device and a pack of pods, the price is far lower than using either disposables or prefilled vape pods.
Here’s a price comparison using typical costs of disposable devices, prefilled pods and e-liquid:
|
Disposable (2ml/device) Typical price per ml |
Prefilled pods (2ml/pod) Typical price per ml |
E-Liquid (10ml/bottle) Typical price per ml |
| £2.00 - £2.50 | £1.25 | £0.33 - £0.25 |
Final thoughts
If you’ve been worried about a disposable vape ban, it’s time to put your fears to rest.
New prefilled pods offer the same or better performance, are just as easy to use and can help you slash the cost of vaping.
At the same time, if you’re feeling adventurous, you can reduce the cost still further AND vastly increase the number of e-liquids you can try with a refillable pod device.
If you’re not sure which to try, do pop into one of our shops, where one of our expert staff can help you choose the best option for you.