Your Complete Guide To Disposable Devices

Compact, travel-friendly and inexpensive, disposable vape devices are one of the latest inventions in the industry, and they’re proving to be a massive hit!

Pre-filled with delicious e-liquid flavours and fitted with built-in batteries, these inhale-activated devices do not need to be refilled or recharged, and come with a set puff count.

As such, disposable vaping devices are an affordable and suitable choice for both complete beginners as well as vaping veterans in need of a more discreet on-the-go device. Before you go ahead and try one, here’s everything you need to know about disposable vapes.

What are disposable vapes?

All disposable devices house a built-in battery and a heating element alongside a pre-filled 2ml nicotine salt in varying strengths and flavours. Your device will also have a set “puff count”, which will indicate how long your device will last. Disposable devices last for around 600 puffs. Once you’ve used up all of these puffs, simply dispose, replace, and repeat!

Can you refill or recharge disposable vapes?

Single-use vape devices cannot be refilled or recharged. Each disposable device battery is designed to last for the duration of the 2ml e-liquid within the device chamber. Batteries are intentionally built to run out before your e-liquid so as to protect the performance of your device and make for a more enjoyable experience.

How do disposable vapes work?

Disposable vape devices operate through inhale activation via a mouthpiece.

This means you need only take a draw from the device to surround your taste buds with the flavours you crave! There are no buttons or busy screens to navigate through either, so you can get to vaping in no time. Simply inhale from the top and your device’s built-in battery will instantly heat up the in-built coil and vaporise the flavour inside!

Vaping with a disposable device provides a Mouth-to-Lung draw which is similar to smoking. Put simply, an MTL inhale style will enable you to draw vapour into your mouth and inhale it into your lungs.

What type of e-liquids and strengths are included in disposable vapes?

You’ll usually find 2ml 10mg or 20mg nicotine salts in disposable vape devices.

Nic salts are the best type of e-liquids for complete beginners due to their smoother throat hits and speedy nicotine delivery compared to freebase juices. This means you’ll get the ultimate satisfaction when those cravings start to hit.

How long do disposable vape devices last?

Each disposable bar offers around 600 puffs per device.

Each single-use 20mg 2ml device is equal to approximately 45 cigarettes. So, if you used to smoke 20 or more cigarettes a day, you can expect your disposable device to last for up to two days. The lifespan of disposable vape will also depend on how often you vape and how long you take a draw for.

Are disposable devices safe to use?

At E-liquids.com, we only stock premium-level disposable devices that are registered with the MHRA and have passed compliance checks. Non-TPD compliant devices can be found via unlicensed sellers and are not to be trusted. This is due to the untested nature of the devices, which means the e-liquid could contain any number of unknown or unsafe chemicals.

What is the best disposable vape?

With so many disposable brands and flavours out there, choosing the best product for you can seem like a tricky task! Our top-rated disposable brands available at e-liquids.com include YOLO, Elf Bar, SKE Crystal, Lost Mary, Nasty Bar, and Elux.

Which disposable vape has the best flavour?

We personally love so many disposable flavours at e-liquids.com, but a few in particular really stand out to us. With hit after hit of rich fruity tangs, Kiwi Guava Passionfruit disposable vape device by YOLO would have to be our top recommended flavour to start with!

vape yolo m600 kiwi guava passionfruit disposable vape bar

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£4.49

Flavour Profile

Sweetness

6

Intensity

8

Throat Hit

2

Coolness

4

How will I know when my disposable vape is empty?

All good things must come to an end, including disposable vapes!

You’ll know that your disposable device is empty once it begins to produce weaker flavours or no flavour at all. Once this happens, simply replace your device.

Why buy disposable vapes?

Disposable vape devices are extremely convenient for multiple reasons.

Not only do they taste amazing, but they all come ready made with a built-in battery, coil, and e-liquid, meaning there’s zero maintenance required. All you need to do is pick up your vape and take a draw from the mouthpiece! Due to their tiny size, you can take disposable devices with you pretty much anywhere you go, whether you’re running errands or at a music festival. Disposable vapes are super affordable, too, meaning you’ll never be without your favourite flavour!

Can you recycle disposable vapes?

If disassembled correctly, disposable vapes can be easily recycled with no harm done to the environment.

  • Once all of the juice inside your device has been vaped, the first step you’ll need to take is to detach the plastic or glass pod and rinse away any e-liquid residue. This can then be wrapped in recyclable material and disposed of with other plastic waste.

  • Next, take out your device’s battery and take it to your local battery recycling bin which can be found in most supermarkets.

  • Make sure to recycle the cardboard packaging that your vape comes in, too!

Wondering how to be an eco-friendly vaper? We recommend checking out our vaping and sustainability guide here.

recycling vapes

Can you take disposable vapes on a plane?

Disposable vaping devices can be stored in your carry-on luggage (not your checked luggage i.e a suitcase), however they cannot be used while on board the plane. You also won’t be able to use your vape while inside the airport, although many do have designated outdoor smoking areas. If in doubt, make sure to check with your airline first. To find out if the country you’re travelling to allows vaping, make sure to read our complete guide to travelling with e-cigarettes here!

Which disposable vape has no nicotine?

A small selection of 0mg disposable devices include zero nicotine, including Elf Bar 600 0mg disposables which you’ll be able to find at E-liquids.com.

Is vaping as harmful as smoking?

vaping against smoking

“Vaping is 95% less harmful than smoking.”

Source: PHE
  • Vaping is tobacco free, meaning it contains far fewer chemicals than cigarettes.
  • There is currently no evidence to suggest that secondhand vapour is harmful to others.
  • By choosing to vape, you can control your own nicotine levels and eventually reduce your intake completely!
We hope this guide has answered all of your questions and you’re feeling a little more clued-up on disposable vapes! However, if you’re still unsure, you can always contact our friendly customer service team via email at info@e-liquids.com, phone via 0121 272 2900, or message us on WhatsApp at +44 7487 511 529 from 9-5pm Mon-Fri.

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