Buying Guide

How to Buy the Best Disposable Vape Alternative

Understand the Different Types

The most important thing to understand before you buy a disposable vape alternative is that big puff vapes come in a few different types, and each type has its own pros and cons. A big puff vape that allows you to switch flavours, for example, will usually be larger than a vape with just one flavour.

Check the Flavour Selections

You should also look at the flavour selection before buying a big puff vape because all disposable vape alternatives are proprietary devices that work only with the refill kits made for them. It’s a good idea to buy a vape with several flavours that sound appealing to you, because you may not love them all.

Know What the Refills Cost

One of the best features of big puff vapes is that the starter kits are always very inexpensive. We offer disposable vape alternatives at Simply ELiquid starting at just £6.99. The low prices make it easy for you to try several devices and decide which one is your favourite.

Before you buy a vape, though, you should check the price for that device’s refill kit because that’s what determines your true long-term cost. How much e-liquid are you getting for the money?

Don’t Compare by Puff Counts

There is no single universal standard for puff counts in the world of disposable vape alternatives, which means that manufacturers can essentially provide any number that seems reasonable. The best way to understand which big puff vapes last the longest is by comparing their e-liquid capacities.

Types of Big Puff Vapes

Disposable vape alternatives represent the fastest-growing and most quickly evolving product category in vaping today, and we fully expect new products to continue redefining this category as time goes by. For now, though, big puff vapes primarily come in three types.

2+10

A 2+10 vape combines a 2 ml pod with a 10 ml refill container that uses an internal wicking system to keep the pod fed with e-liquid automatically as you vape. The pod and refill container may be separate components that attach to the top and bottom of the device, as in the Lost Mary BM6000. They may also be installed as a single unit, as in the Hayati Pro Max Plus. Some big puff vapes take the concept even further. The IVG XL35, for example, combines a 2 ml pod with two 10 ml refill containers for 22 ml of total vape juice.

Benefit: Delivers the most possible puffs from a single device
Drawback: No ability to switch flavours without replacing pods
4-in-1

A 4-in-1 vape like the IVG 2400 is a cylindrical device that holds four 2 ml pods. In addition to delivering up to 2,400 puffs with its 8 ml of vape juice, a 4-in-1 vape allows you to switch between flavours on demand simply by twisting the device. You won’t get that feature with any other type of vape.

Benefit: Can switch between up to four different flavours without removing a pod
Drawback: Usually larger than a 2+10 vape, and the flavour-switching feature isn’t useful if you’re a single-flavour vaper
Compact

A compact big puff vape provides an increased puff count in a smaller and more compact package. The Hayati Pro Ultra, for example, has pods with two different flavours rather than four. The Elux Firerose Alter has a 2 ml pod and a 5 ml refill container.

Benefit: Smaller device that still provides an increased puff count
Drawback: Doesn’t last as long as other types of big puff vapes before requiring a refill

Best Disposable Vape Alternatives

Still trying to decide which disposable vape alternative is right for you? Here’s a quick comparison of the best big puff vapes in 2026.

Device Type E-Liquid Puff Count Flavours
Elux Firerose Alter 2+5 7 ml Up to 7,000 20
Hayati Pro Max Plus 2+10 12 ml Up to 6,000 30
IVG 2400 4-in-1 8 ml Up to 2,400 30
IVG XL35 2+20 22 ml Up to 35,000 15
Lost Mary BM6000 2+10 12 ml Up to 6,000 25
Nexay Crush 2+10 12 ml Up to 10,000 15
SKE 30K Pro Max 3.6+16.4 20 ml Up to 30,000 20

Big Puff Vapes vs. Refillable Vapes: What’s Right for You?

If you’re shopping for your first vape, you’ll need to choose between a disposable vape alternative and a refillable vape kit. No one type of vape is perfect for everyone, and pre-filled and refillable vapes both have pros and cons.

Disposable Vape Alternatives

  • Typically have lower up-front costs than refillable vapes.
  • Typically have higher long-term costs than refillable vapes.
  • Are often larger than refillable vapes due to their increased e-liquid storage.
  • Can potentially last days or even weeks between refills.
  • Are only compatible with the pods and flavours offered by their manufacturers.
  • Have few configuration options and are usually very easy to use.

Refillable Vapes

  • Typically have higher up-front costs than big puff vapes.
  • Typically have lower long-term costs than big puff vapes.
  • Are often smaller than big puff vapes since they hold less e-liquid.
  • Usually require refilling at least once per day.
  • Are compatible with both standard e-liquid and nic salts in any flavour or nicotine strength.
  • May offer various configuration options and can have a bit of a learning curve as a result.

Disposable Vape Alternatives: FAQ

Are big puff vapes legal in the UK?

Yes. Disposable vapes were banned in the UK in 2025, and disposable vape alternatives have taken their place. Big puff vapes are legal in the UK because they are refillable and reusable. You can replace the pod(s) or e-liquid container(s) when they are empty. Each pod or container includes a fresh coil, so the experience is the same as buying a new device.

How long does a big puff vape last?

A big puff vape can potentially deliver thousands of puffs before running out of e-liquid. You can generally expect a device to last 1-2 days for every 2 ml of e-liquid it contains if you’re a moderate vaper.

Which big puff vape lasts the longest?

The longest-lasting big puff vape is the IVG XL35, which contains 22 ml of vape juice in all. That’s more than two bottles of nicotine salt e-liquid. The IVG XL35 is advertised to last up to 35,000 puffs.

Can you refill a big puff vape with regular vape juice?

The pods for big puff vapes are not intended to be opened and refilled. Discard and replace empty pods.

How do you know when a big puff vape is empty?

A big puff vape is empty when it begins to produce a burnt flavour every time you puff on it. Some pods have translucent shells, allowing you to observe the e-liquid directly.

Do big puff vapes need recharging?

Yes. You’ll need to recharge a big puff vape once every day or two. You can recharge the device by connecting it to your computer with a USB-C cable. Most disposable vape alternatives do not include charging cables, which helps to keep their costs down. You can use any cable that fits the port.