Here at MIST, we’ve seen consumer interest in disposable vape kits skyrocket, and it’s not hard to see why. You can acquire a disposable, remove the packaging, and start fuss-free vaping. With so many on offer, what should you get? So, we felt it would be a good idea to review the best disposable vapes in the UK.
After testing 36 disposable ranges from popular disposable brands, we’ve cut your options down to eight, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. You’re likely to find at least one that makes it clear that vaping is for you!
If, after trying several disposables and you find it expensive, we recommend checking our review on the best vape kits because refillable vapes are cheaper! Plus, you get to try different e-liquid flavours.
With that out of the way, here are our top choices for the best disposables. We’ve also included a video review so you can see the products in action.
The Best Disposable Vape Overall Is: The IVG 2400 Disposable Vape
With a stunning 1500mAh battery that provides up to 2400 puffs and a frankly genius closed-pod mechanism that effortlessly delivers up to 8mls of e-liquid while abiding by TPD legislation, the IVG 2400 Disposable Vape is a game-changing device likely to influence all disposables that follow.
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The Top 8 Best Disposable Vapes are:
- IVG 2400
- Elf Bar 600
- ELUX Legend Mini 2
- Freemax Friobar P600
- Dotmod Dot E
- Aroma King Jewel Mini 600
IVG 2400
Best Disposable Vape
Features We Love
Game Changer
Gigantic battery that lasts of days
Juice Jackpot
A total of 8mls of e-liquid with each device
Switch It Up
The multi-flavour version available with instant switch mechanism
The IVG 2400 Disposable Vape is an entirely different beast from the other disposables featured today. Much larger than usual, the IVG 2400 contains an absolutely massive 1500mAh battery, as much as three or four different disposables combined.
And you’ll need that battery because the IVG 2400 contains a whopping 8mls of e-liquid! Circumventing the TPD restrictions by providing you with four closed pods containing 2mls of e-liquid each, the pods can be switched between instantly by turning the mouthpiece and battery section.
There are over two dozen IVG flavours to choose from, as well as mixed-flavour units that allow you to juggle up to four flavours at once that you can switch between in an instant!
Though much larger than any other disposable vape in the UK, the IVG 2400 Disposable Vape is a gloriously flavoursome and long-lasting disposable that you’ll love if you’re sick of your monthly empty-disposable clearout!
Pros
- 8mls of e-liquid in one disposable device!
- Multiple days of use from a huge 1500mAh battery
- Juggle several flavours at once with a multi-flavour version
Cons
- Very large build is not pocket-friendly
- The battery-turning mechanism can be fiddly
Elf Bar 600
Best for Dessert Vapes
Features We Love
Elf OGs: The original and best Elf Bar disposable
Pudding Puffs: Lovely selection of candies and sweet treats
Spice Sukka: Truly unique and delicious ‘Ginger Cola’ flavour available
If you’re into sweet treats, then you owe it to yourself to check out the classic Elf Bar 600, a disposable range that offers a number of delicious dessert and candy options.
You get all the usual fruit and ice blends but also tasty treats such as the sweet and sour citrus twist of Lemon Tart and the sumptuous profile of Strawberry Ice Cream, with Cotton Candy Ice and Gummy Bear flavours providing a few nostalgic trips down the pick & mix aisle.
Being an older Elf Bar kit the Elf Bar 600 isn’t particularly striking visually, and features the original smaller mouthpiece that some may find uncomfortable. But I found it easy enough to overlook these issues to get at that delicious ice cream flavour, and the kit will still deliver 600 puffs just like the modern iterations of the pen.
The Elf Bar 600 is the best disposable vape UK candy fans will be able to find!
Pros
- The pen that made Elf Bar a household name
- Luscious pudding and candy flavours
- Classic design that all other disposable manufacturers copied
Cons
- Uninspiring visual design
- Small mouthpiece not to everyone’s liking
ELUX Legend Mini 2
Best for Fruit Flavours
Features We Love
Legendary Pens: The latest disposables from ELUXtech’s great range
Fab Fruits: Huge selection of fruit flavours to choose from
Nature’s Candy: Great balance between sweet-shop and fruit tastes
Eluxtech has dipped its toes into the refillable and pre-filled pods markets but disposables are where they truly shine. One of Elf Bar’s strongest competitors, the ELUX Legend Mini 2 works hard to set itself apart, emphasising powerfully sweet fruity flavours.
Whereas other disposable manufacturers often play it safe with simple pairings, ELUX offers novel fruit blends like Blueberry Pomegranate, Strawberry Energy and Strawberry Watermelon Bubblegum.
This proves that ELUX isn’t interested in second best and is coming for Elf Bar’s crown.
The 550mAh battery ensured that I could vape for two days solidly without running out of charge, making the Legend Mini 2 a great choice for a weekend away.
Pros
- Latest and greatest ELUX pen
- Massive selection of fruit flavours
- Daring and bold flavour combinations
Cons
- Some flavours could use a little more ice
- Long-lasting 550mAh battery
Freemax Friobar P600
Best for Unique Flavours
Features We Love
Funky Flaves: Unique taste selection, from coconut biscuits to minty berries
Freemax Fresh: Characteristic rich flavour depths from Freemax coils
Pastel Puffs: Attractive marbled-pastel colours on every vape
Freemax is mostly known for its sub-ohm coils and vape kits, so I was very excited to try the Freemax Friobar P600 and was not disappointed!
The flavour from the Friobar P600 is as rich and enveloping as I would expect from Freemax coils, and while it’s a small range of flavours you can be confident that each will hit your tongue strongly, with minimal lingering aftertaste.
Freemax isn’t playing it safe either; some of their flavour blends such as Strawberry Macaron and Raspberry Mint offer flavour profiles I have not tasted before from a disposable vape, with the macaron one standing out in particular due to the notable layers of fresh coconut weaving through the fruity profile.
We’ve been very impressed with Freemax’s Friobar P600, and are keen to see what other manufacturers have to offer us when taking their first steps into the disposables sector.
Pros
- Adventurous flavour options
- Eye-catching visual design and aesthetics
- The kind of flavour only a Freemax coil can deliver
Cons
- Some may prefer a clear mouthpiece
- Other vapers might better enjoy a more austere design
Dotmod Dot E
Best for Price
Features We Love
Discount Disposable: Affordably priced disposable vape pen
Eco Pen: Built from eco-friendly and sustainable materials
Variety Value: Great range of flavours from fruits to creams and beverages
If you’re looking for a disposable but are watching the pennies, then the Dotmod Dot E Nic Salt Disposable Vape is a great value-conscious choice of pen.
The low price is due to using biodegradable and sustainable materials, with the Dot E Nic Salt Disposable Vape eschewing the usual plastic designs and opting for a recycled cardboard build instead.
While this would be a poor choice of material for your daily vape kit, the build quality is more than good enough to last as long as the 2mls of 20mg e-liquid within. Once the pen is depleted, the battery can be easily removed, and all aspects can be recycled.
And you aren’t sacrificing flavour for better value, with 10 fantastic flavours to choose from, including a unique and delicious take on a classic cocktail, White Russian Cream.
Pros
- Cheap disposable vape range
- Made from recyclable materials
- White Russian Cream flavour is particularly excellent
Cons
- Some may dislike slightly fragile build
- Can’t withstand drops or damage
Aroma King Jewel Mini 600
Best for: Heavy Smokers
Features We Love
For the Chain Smokers: Strong hits to suit those with heavy habits
Fistful of Flavour: Unique build shape for tight clutching
Flava Picka: Good balance of fruit, menthol, and drink flavours
Heavy smokers require serious disposables that can deliver consistent all-day satisfaction while not feeling too fiddly.
The Aroma King Jewel Mini 600 has a very unconventional build shape, but it’s a design which fits extremely comfortably in the fist, with a faceted casing which provides good grip wherever it’s held.
The 20mg nicotine salts within the Jewel Mini 600 are as strong as legally permitted in the UK, with the internal battery capable of delivering up to 600 puffs per device; more than enough to keep a heavy smoker comfortable.
Aroma King’s disposable also stands out due to its excellent range of beverage blends, from mixed-fruit Jungle Juice to Cola Mojito. I was rather apprehensive about trying the Orange Vodka flavour but found it to be a delicious citrus kick with a deep, fiery undertone that was extremely moreish.
Pros
- Powerful hits even with nicotine salt vape juice
- Excellent for those with heavy smoking habits
- Unique shape with a comfortable fist-grip
Cons
- Perhaps too strong for casual smokers and vapers
- Nontraditional build shape may put some smokers off
FAQ
How Does Disposable Vape Work?
Disposable vapes are simple, single-use vape pen units that are closed and prefilled with e-liquid. The casing contains a pre-charged battery below either a soaked sponge or an e-liquid chamber containing 2mls of nicotine salt e-liquid, usually at 20mg strength though not always.
The disposable vape device is intended to be used for a day or two until the nicotine salt e-liquid runs out, at this point, you dispose of it, ideally through recycling offered by most vape shops and some supermarkets.
Can Disposable Vape Pens Be Refilled?
Traditional disposable pens cannot be refilled as they are closed devices that use e-liquid produced by the pen’s manufacturer.
Alternative semi-disposable devices such as the Innokin Endura S1 allow you to recharge and refill the pens, with the coil lasting up to 7000 puffs before the device is discarded.
Are Disposable Vapes Better Than Refillable Ones?
Ultimately it comes down to your specific requirements. Disposable vapes are great if you find yourself without your kit or wish to try vaping without making a big kit investment. However, we would recommend anyone with a fondness for disposables to try and work towards a refillable kit, as it’s not only far cheaper in the long run but also lets you sample a much wider range of the best nic salt vape juice options.
Can Disposable Vape Pens Be Recharged?
Most disposable vapes cannot be re-charged but come with a pre-charged internal battery that will last long enough to vape all the e-liquid within the device.
Are there Counterfeit Disposable Vapes?
Unfortunately, counterfeit disposable devices out there do not undergo the same rigorous safety testing as genuine disposables. Ensure you only buy the best disposable vapes from reputable UK retailers like MIST.
Need More Help?
Thank you for reading this roundup of popular disposable vape brands in 2023. We hope that it’s left you with a better understanding of what different disposable options can offer you.
If you like the look of any of the devices above, visit the MIST online store today and take advantage of our mix-and-match deals on disposables. And, if you have more questions about this single-use vapes, you can read our in-depth guide on What Are Disposable Vapes.
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