Elux E-Liquids vs Disposable Vapes
Disposable vapes had a huge impact on the UK market. They made switching from smoking simple, affordable and accessible for millions of adults. But in 2025, the UK introduced a ban on disposable vapes, changing the direction of the industry almost overnight.
For brands like Elux, that meant evolving.
Rather than disappear with the disposable format, Elux moved its most popular flavour profiles into nic salt e-liquids designed for refillable pod kits. The goal was straightforward. Keep the bold, familiar taste people enjoyed, but deliver it in a format that is rechargeable, refillable and more sustainable. If you used Elux disposables before the ban, nic salts are the natural continuation of that experience.
Elux: From Disposable Convenience to Refillable Simplicity
Disposables were popular because they removed decision-making. You opened the device and started vaping and when it ran out, you replaced it.
Refillable vaping keeps the ease but removes the waste.
With Elux nic salts, you use a refillable pod kit or vape kit and top it up with e-liquid instead of discarding the battery and casing each time. The inhale style remains mouth-to-lung, the nicotine strengths remain familiar at 10mg and 20mg and the flavour intensity remains bold. The difference is that you now control the device. You can recharge it, maintain it and choose when to refill. For most former disposable users, the switch feels less complicated than expected.
If you want a deeper breakdown of how Elux liquids work in pod kits, our Beginner’s Guide to Elux explains strengths and compatibility in more detail.
Cost Comparison: What Do You Actually Spend?
Disposables always felt inexpensive because you bought them individually but over time, though, the costs really stacked up.
Before the ban, a typical disposable cost between £5 and £6 and delivered around 600 puffs.
A 10ml bottle of Elux nic salt is usually priced between £2 and £3 and can deliver significantly more usage when paired with a refillable pod kit. While puff counts vary by device and vaping style, one bottle will comfortably outlast a single disposable.
Even once you factor in the cost of a pod kit, usually between £10 and £25, the savings start to show quickly. After a few weeks of regular use, most vapers find their monthly spend drops noticeably.
Refillable vaping requires a small upfront purchase. Disposable vaping spreads the cost across repeated replacements. Over time, refillable setups are almost always the cheaper option.
Elux: Regulation and the 2025 Disposable Ban
The 2025 disposable vape ban was introduced to address both environmental concerns and the growing problem of non-compliant imports entering the UK market.
Single-use devices often contained lithium batteries and electronics that were rarely recycled properly. In addition, enforcement bodies were seeing an increase in disposable products that exceeded UK nicotine limits or failed ingredient reporting standards. Elux responded by shifting focus toward fully compliant nic salt e-liquids. These bottles meet UK TPD regulations, including the 20mg nicotine cap, ingredient disclosure and child-resistant packaging.
By moving to refillable systems, the emphasis returned to regulated, traceable products rather than sealed, throwaway hardware.
Environmental Impact: Why Refillable Makes Sense
Each disposable device contained a battery, plastic housing and internal electronics. Once finished, the entire unit was thrown away.
Refillable pod kits change that completely. Instead of discarding a full device every few days, you recharge the same battery and simply replace the liquid and coil when needed. A single 10ml bottle of Elux nic salt can replace multiple disposable units, which significantly reduces battery and plastic waste over time.
No vaping product is completely impact-free. However, rechargeable pod kits combined with bottled e-liquid represent a far more efficient use of materials than single-use devices ever did. The 2025 ban accelerated a shift that was already underway, refillable systems are now the standard moving forward.
Elux: Does the Flavour Still Compare?
For many former disposable users, flavour is the deciding factor.
Elux built its reputation on strong, recognisable blends such as Mr Blue, Blue Razz Lemonade and Kiwi Passion Fruit Guava. When the brand transitioned into nic salts, preserving that flavour identity was clearly a priority.
The 50 50 PG VG formulation is designed for low-powered pod kits, helping maintain clarity and consistent flavour delivery. When paired with the right device, the experience remains smooth, satisfying and familiar.
If you want a full breakdown of which flavours stand out the most, our Best Elux Flavours Guide explores the range in more detail.
Performance and Everyday Use
Disposable devices were fixed, you could not adjust airflow, replace the coil or recharge the battery and once performance dipped, the device was finished.
With refillable pod kits, you regain control. You can recharge the battery, replace coils when flavour fades and select nicotine strength based on your preference. This often leads to more consistent long-term performance.
Nicotine salts provide fast absorption and a smoother throat feel than traditional freebase liquids at similar strengths. For many ex-disposable users, satisfaction levels remain strong once the correct pod kit is chosen.
The biggest change is not the inhale, it is the flexibility.
Elux: What You Need to Make the Switch
Switching from disposables to Elux nic salts is straightforward.
You will need a refillable mouth-to-lung pod kit and your chosen Elux nic salt flavour in either 10mg or 20mg strength. Most modern pod devices are compact, USB-C rechargeable and designed specifically for 50-50 e-liquids.
Once set up, the routine becomes simple. Charge the device, refill the pod and replace the coil when needed. For vapers who want something that feels close to disposables, inhale-activated pod kits are usually the easiest transition.
Why Elux Nic Salts Are the Logical Next Step
Disposables played their part in the UK market, but the 2025 ban marked a clear turning point. Elux did not abandon what made the brand popular. Instead, it moved those same flavour profiles into a format that aligns with modern UK regulation and long-term use.
With nic salts, you keep:
- The bold, recognisable flavour style
- Smooth nicotine delivery at 10mg or 20mg
- A familiar mouth-to-lung inhale
And you gain:
- Lower ongoing costs
- Significantly reduced hardware waste
- Rechargeable, longer-lasting devices
- Fully compliant UK-regulated e-liquid
For former disposable users, the transition is less about learning something new and more about upgrading to something more practical.
Shop Elux Nic Salts at UK Vape Supply
Elux remains one of the UK’s most recognised flavour-led brands. The format has changed, but the flavour experience has not.
At UK Vape Supply, we stock the full Elux nic salt range in both 10mg and 20mg strengths, alongside refillable pod kits designed specifically for 50 50 liquids. If you used Elux disposables before the 2025 ban and are looking for the closest replacement in a refillable format, nic salts are the clear next step.
If you would like a broader overview of the range before choosing, our Beginner’s Guide to Elux Liquids explains strengths, compatibility and what to expect from the switch.
