What Is The Best Starter Vape In 2025?

Let’s start things off with the BM60000 by Lost Mary – one of the biggest names in vaping known for their bold flavours and previous ranges of disposable vapes. In fact, the BM6000 is designed as a reusable, rechargeable upgrade to their old disposable BM6000, and is just as simple to use. Just click your 2ml pod and 10ml refill container together and insert them into your device, then inhale to vape. Its 1000mAh battery is large enough to last most vapers all day and you can use the LED display to keep updated on your battery level.

What makes this kit ideal if you’re new to vaping is its prefilled pods, which means there's no need to refill. Your pods will last for up to 6000 puffs, and once they’re empty they can be swapped for new ones. Each pod comes prefilled with 20mg nic salt e-liquid for fast craving satisfaction, and a MTL inhale that feels similar to a cigarette. You’ll find pods in some of Lost Mary’s best-selling flavours, including fruit and ice options.

The Elfa Pro is one of the most impressive vape starter kits we’ve seen in ages – and that’s why it deserves top spot on our list. It features a built-in 500mAh battery that’s big enough to last most vapers a full day and works with prefilled Elfa and Elfa Pro pods that cut down on maintenance. Getting started is easy – break the freshness seal on the base of the pod, insert the pod into the device, and inhale on the mouthpiece. When the pod is empty it can be replaced, and you can recharge your battery and use it over and over.

Elfa pods come in a wide variety of flavours, including fruit, ice, soda and candy blends, so there’s something to suit every palate. They’re all inspired by best-selling Elf Bar disposable vapes. The e-liquid inside the pods is blended with nic salts, so it’ll provide a smooth throat hit and satisfy cravings fast. The choice of flavours, combined with how easy this kit is to use, make it an ideal option if you’re looking for a greener, more budget-friendly alternative to single-use vapes that’s just as simple.

Next up is the Oxva Xlim Pro 2 pod kit, which offers more customisation options than some others on this list – ideal if you’re looking to fine-tune your vape. This kit boasts a 1300mAh battery and a variable 5-30W output. Smart Mode will automatically select the best wattage for your chosen pod, or, with Variable Wattage Mode, you can set your preferred output yourself. This kit also features an adjustable airflow slider, allowing you to pick a tighter or loose inhale.

The Oxva Xlim Pro 2 is compatible with the range of Xlim pods which include built-in mesh coils for an extra boost to flavour. This kit comes with both a 0.6 Ohm and a 0.8 Ohm pod to get you started with an RDTL and MTL vape. No matter which pod you choose, this kit pairs best with your choice of 50% e-liquid.

If you’re looking for a kit that will last you longer between refills, check out the Lost Mary Nera 30K. Each kit includes two 2ml prefilled pods and two 10ml refill containers that offer up to 30,000 puffs before needing to be replaced. Plus, this kit offers two power modes for added customisation: Normal Mode provides a discreet amount of vapour and Turbo Mode delivers an extra boost to flavour and vapour production.

As the Lost Mary Nera 30K uses prefilled pods, there’s no need to refill this kit with e-liquid. Once your pods are empty, you can simply swap them for new ones to keep using your device. Prefilled with 20mg nic salt vape juice, Nera 30K pods are available in over 15 flavours and editions, including soda, fruit, and mint options.

For a kit that’s compact and straightforward, there’s the Vaporesso Xros 3 Mini. Boasting a sleek, buttonless design, all you have to do is inhale on the mouthpiece and the kit will automatically set the best power output for your pod. It’s powered by a 1000mAh battery that will last most vapers a full day and can be quickly recharged with the included USB-C cable.

This kit includes everything you need to get started with an RDTL vape – including a 0.6 Ohm pod Xros pod and nic salt e-liquid. Prefer an MTL inhale? You’ll find compatible Xros pods in higher resistances too. Or, for a lower maintenance option, try the Deliciu prefilled pods and simply swap out empty pods without refilling your kit.

The Aspire Gotek X is a solid option if you want something compact. Coming in at under £10, it's super affordable and will support both MTL (Mouth To Lung) and RDTL (Restricted Direct To Lung) vaping. This is thanks to its adjustable airflow, as well as the choice of coil resistances and 10-13W power output. Plus, the Gotek X is packed with features, even at its low price. Inhale activation means you can just puff on the mouthpiece and you’re all set, while its chipset offers safety protections against short circuits and overcharging.

The included Gotek X pod is easily refilled via a stopper on the side, which cuts down on mess. It contains a built-in 0.8 Ohm coil, so you can say goodbye to fiddly coil changes and just replace the entire pod when it's finished. Plus, the mesh design of the coil means that you can expect better flavour from your vape juice, as it’ll heat it up faster. They work best with 50% VG or higher PG e-liquid. Speaking of e-liquid, the Gotek X comes with a free 10ml bottle of Large Juice in your choice of flavour!

If you’re moving on from disposables, we’re sure you’ll have heard of Lost Mary. But what you might not know is that they make more than single-use devices! The Lost Mary Tappo pod kit is as easy to use as the disposables, just inhale on the mouthpiece to vape, and features a rechargeable 750mAh battery. The Tappo is designed for MTL vaping, so you can expect a discreet amount of vapour with each puff.

This kit uses prefilled Lost Mary Tappo pods and you’ll find them in a variety of fruit, soda, candy and ice blends inspired by the original Lost Mary vapes. Housing a built-in flavour-boosting mesh coil, you can swap the whole pod with a new one once the coil inside runs out – minimising maintenance. There are 25 Tappo pods to choose from including best-sellers such as Blueberry Sour Raspberry, Lemon Lime and Pineapple Ice. Plus you can stock up using our 3 for £12 multi-buy!

Next up is the Geekvape Wenax M1 pod vape kit – a pocket-sized MTL vape pen. With this kit, you can expect a smaller amount of vapour and a cigarette-like inhale, which is great if you’ve just switched over from smoking. There's no need to adjust any settings or to try and figure out the best wattage, as the device will detect the coil in your pod and work it all out for you.

The M1’s built-in 800mAh battery can support a plenty of vaping time between charges and will deliver a 18W max power output. This means it does a great job at offering an authentic MTL inhale. The M1 refillable pods feature a rubber mouthpiece so they're very comfortable to use. The built-in mesh coil will heat up your vape juice quickly, so you can expect the best possible flavour. You’ll want to pair this kit with 50% VG e-liquid to really get the most out of it.

If you’re looking to replace SKE Crystal Bar disposable vapes, then the rechargeable Crystal Plus pod kit should be right up your street! This compact vape features a buttonless design and is inhale activated, so no more messing around with fiddly buttons or scrolling through complicated menu screens. Simply inhale on the mouthpiece and your device will produce a discrete level of vapour for an MTL inhale that feels more like a cigarette. Plus, its fixed 11W power output ensures a consistent vape with each puff.

The Crystal Plus is compatible with the Crystal Plus prefilled pods, which are sold separately in two-packs as part of our 3 for £15 multi-buy. Each pod is prefilled with 2ml of nic salt e-liquid in a 20mg strength. Thanks to the salt nicotine, you can expect a smooth throat hit. A flavour that we really enjoy is Lemon & Lime. This sharp fusion of citrus fruits combines the zingy taste of lemon with the zesty notes of lime for a tangy vape.

Last but not least is the Pixl 8000 pod kit, a compact big puff vape that’s ideal for beginner or experienced vapers looking for something low maintenance. With 850mAh built-in battery, most vapers can use this kit all day before recharging. Plus, it offers a Boost Mode that can be activated via a button on the base of the device to deliver an improved flavour.

The Pixl 8000 features a 2ml prefilled pod and 10ml refill container that offer up to 8000 puffs before needing to be replaced. Each refill pack is prefilled with a 20mg nic salt e-liquid for a smooth throat hit and quick craving satisfaction. You can pick up refill packs in a wide variety of fruit, soda, candy, and mint flavours – so there’s something here for nearly every palate.