The UK government banned disposable vapes on 1st June 2025 for two main reasons. First, they create massive environmental waste - about 8 million disposable vapes were being thrown away every week, causing fires in waste facilities and polluting our environment. Second, they became too popular with teenagers, with over half of young vapers choosing disposables as their first vaping product. The ban helps protect both our planet and young people.

Yes, prefilled kits give you almost exactly the same experience as disposables. You get the same brands, same flavours, and same satisfying feel when you vape. The only difference is that when your pod runs out, you can either swap it for a new prefilled pod or recharge the device if it's rechargeable. Many popular disposable brands like Elf Bar and Lost Mary now make prefilled kit versions of their most popular products.

Prefilled kits work just like disposables - you get pre-filled pods with e-liquid already inside. When empty, you throw away the pod and click in a new one. Refillable kits let you fill your own pods with any e-liquid you want. Prefilled kits are easier and more convenient, while refillable kits save you more money long-term and give you thousands of flavour choices.

Yes, you must be 18 or over to purchase any vaping products in the UK, including prefilled kits, refillable kits, pods, and e-liquids. We verify age for all vape purchases and won't sell to anyone under 18. This age restriction helps ensure vaping products are only used by adults who are trying to quit smoking or already vape.