What Are The Best Budget Vape Kits To Buy In 2025?

An upgrade to the original Elfa, the Elfa Pro takes all the best features of the classic device and combines them with an improved QUAQ mesh coil in each pod – that heats e-liquid faster for better flavour. This kit will create a small amount of vapour for an MTL inhale thanks to the coil’s 1.2 Ohm resistance and fixed 9W power output. To activate this kit, just puff on the device and it’ll do the rest!

The Elfa Pro features a 500mAh built-in battery and a fast-charging USB-C port. Plus, if you’re a fan of Elf Bar disposables, you’ll be happy to know you can find Elfa and Elfa Pro pods that feature the iconic flavours that made the original disposables so popular.

The Aspire Gotek X is a popular choice for vapers looking for something compact and pocket-friendly. Coming in at just under £10, it’s a budget-friendly option for both MTL (Mouth To Lung) and RDTL (Restricted Direct To Lung) vaping thanks to the adjustable airflow slider, which lets you select how tight or loose each draw feels. The pods feature a built-in 0.8 Ohm coil with a mesh design that improves flavour by heating e-liquid quickly and evenly.

The Gotek X is full of features even at its low price. Aspire’s ASP chipset provides several safety protections including against short circuits and overcharging. Inhale activation does away with the need for complicated settings – just puff on the mouthpiece to vape. This kit works best with 50% VG or higher PG e-liquids.

For those of you who have tried one of the original Lost Mary disposables, you’ll know that their main drawback is that the whole thing needs to be disposed of when it runs out. The Lost Mary Tappo kit solves this problem and it's much easier on the wallet too! This device will provide a consistent MTL vape – just inhale on the mouthpiece and the Tappo will do the rest. You can expect around a day of use between charges and it’ll quickly get back to full charge in around half an hour.

The Tappo pods are what really sets this device apart. Inspired by the flavours from the Lost Mary disposables, you’ll find plenty of their classics in this range and they’re much more cost-effective too! You’ll find them in our 3 for £15 multi-buy and each pod is prefilled with 2ml of 20mg nic salt e-liquid, providing a smooth throat hit whilst satisfying cravings quickly. Plus each one houses a built-in QUAQ mesh coil, which’ll boost the flavour of your vape.

The Elf Bar Mate 500 pod vape kit has been one of our most popular vape kits since its launch. It has a compact build, features simple inhale activation and it’s budget-friendly too at just shy of £8. By far, the main thing that makes the Elf Bar Mate so popular is that it offers you a choice between both pre-filled and refillable pods. The pre-filled Elf Mate pods arrive ready-filled with e-liquids inspired by Elf Bar disposable vapes, while the refillable pods allow you to take advantage of our massive catalogue of over 2000 50% VG and high PG e-liquids – including Elfliq vape juice.

Using the Elf Bar Mate is super easy. Either insert a prefilled pod or a filled refillable one, and inhale to vape. That’s all there is to it! Inhale activation means there are no buttons or menus. When your prefilled pod has run out, or the coil in your refillable pod has finished, simply replace it with a new one. The refillable pods are the cheaper option, as they can be topped up multiple times before they need replacing.

We’re going to let you in on a secret: the Xros Mini is one of the most popular vape kits among the team here at Vape Club. The star of the show is undoubtedly the Xros pods, which feature a wide range of built-in coils in different resistances. This means there are options for MTL and RDTL vaping. Their mesh build improves vapour and flavour production, and in our opinion, these pods last longer than others at a similar price point so they’re easier on the wallet.

The Xros Mini automatically detects which pod you’ve chosen and sets the wattage to either 11W or 16W accordingly, so you don’t need to worry about dealing with settings. This device has a large built-in 1000mAh battery which will last most vapers a full day. When it needs to be recharged, this can be done quickly using the included USB-C cable.

Have you ever wished your disposables lasted a little longer? The Crystal Plus prefilled pod might be the solution you’re looking for. Using prefilled pods and featuring a rechargeable, 400mAh battery, you don’t have to throw your device away, just plug it in and swap out the pod when needed. When you inhale, it’ll create a small amount of vapour that feels just like a disposable.

Each prefilled pod contains 2ml of 20mg nic salt e-liquid which will provide a smooth throat hit and satisfies cravings quickly. Delivering up to 600 puffs, each pod features flavours from the original Crystal range as well as some new and exclusive blends.

The Riot Connex might just be one of our favourite affordable options to hit the vape kit market in recent years. It’s simple to use and can be quickly set up by simply connecting your pod and inhaling on the mouthpiece. Featuring a 500mAh built-in battery, this vape will last around a day and thanks to its compact design it’ll easily slip into your pocket, so it’s ideal for vaping on the go.

The best part about the Riot Connex? The pods! They securely connect to the device with a magnetic connection and each one is prefilled with 2ml of 10mg or 20mg salt nicotine e-liquid, depending on the one you go for. They’re also available as part of our 4 for £10 multi-buy, which is great if you fancy mixing and matching flavours.

If you’re looking for a simple and reliable kit that doesn’t break the bank, the Uwell Caliburn G3 Lite might be just the one for you. Smart Mode allows you to quickly switch up your vapour production by automatically adjusting its 25W max power output, depending on the pod resistance you go for. Plus, the G3 Lite’s buttonless design means you can simply pop your pod in and inhale on the mouthpiece to vape! Its built-in 1200mAh battery will last around a day too and when it runs out, it’ll quickly recharge in a little over half an hour.

The G3 pods house built-in mesh coils, so when they run out you can swap the whole pod with a new one. They’re available in 0.4 Ohm - 1.2 Ohm resistances, so whether you prefer an MTL or RDTL inhale, they have you covered. Whichever pod you choose, we recommend using a 50% VG e-liquid. But thanks to the two included Elfliq vape juices, you won’t need to grab any for a little while anyway!

The Innokin Endura V is a powerful device that's as budget-friendly as it is versatile. Its compact frame holds a 1200mAh battery that will last most vapers all day on a single charge, whilst offering a 21W max power output. Plus, the device's integrated Smart Mode will automatically select the ideal wattage for your inserted coil, so all you have to do is top up your pod and inhale to vape.

Talking of pods, the Innokin Endura V is compatible with the full range of VCap pods so you can switch up your vaping style with ease. Each pod includes a built-in mesh coil that makes maintenance easy – just swap your pod for a new one when the coil burns out. This kit comes with a 0.6 Ohm pod for an MTL inhale straight out the box. Plus, we’ve included a nic salt e-liquid so you have everything you need to get started.

If you’ve ever tried an Elf Bar disposable, you’ll want to check this one out. The Elf Bar Elfx vape kit offers the same simplicity you’d expect from the original, with a few extra features that set it apart. Boasting a 1000mAh built-in battery and 5-30W variable power output, this device can support both MTL and RDTL vaping, so it’s a great choice if you fancy switching your vapour production up. Plus, a handy airflow slider lets you control how tight or loose each inhale feels.

The Elfx pods are ideal for budget-friendly vaping too! Available in packs of three, each pod houses a built-in, QUAQ mesh flavour-boosting coil and you’ll find them in 0.6 Ohm, 0.8 Ohm and 1.2 Ohm resistances, so there are plenty of choices! To make getting started simple, this kit includes an Efliq e-liquid. When it comes to replacing your vape juice, we recommend using anything with a 50% VG concentration, regardless of the pod you choose.