# Prefilled Pod Vape Kits Compared: Which Kit Should You Buy? **By Wolfvapes.co.uk** · 2026-10-30 Prefilled pod vape kits have become the go-to choice for many UK vapers since single-use vapes were banned in June 2025. You get a rechargeable device that clicks onto a ready-filled pod, with no bottles to pour and no coils to change. The hard part is choosing between kits that all promise thousands of puffs. This guide compares eleven of the [prefilled pod kits and refill pods](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/collections/prefilled-refill-pods) we stock, from the Lost Mary BM600 to the Hayati Pro Ultra Plus 25K. We look at battery size, how much e-liquid each pod pack holds, the brand's puff rating, charging and replacement pods. We also explain why the puff numbers on the box are a poor way to compare kits, and how the new UK vaping duty applies to prefilled pods. ## Quick Answer Compare prefilled pod kits by how much e-liquid each pack holds and how big the battery is, not by the puff number. Puff ratings are manufacturer estimates and are measured in different ways. - **Most e-liquid per pack:** Hayati Pro Ultra Plus 25K (22ml across two flavours). - **Standard 12ml packs (2ml pod plus 10ml container):** Hayati Pro Max+ 6000, IVG Pro 12, Lost Mary BM6000, Elf Bar AF5500, SKE Bar 15K and Crystal Pro CP10000. - **Smaller packs:** SKE Bar 6K (7ml), Hayati Pro Max Plus 4000 (7ml), IVG Pro 5K (6ml) and Lost Mary BM600 (2ml pods). - **All of these kits:** are rechargeable, take replacement prefilled pods and use 20mg nic salt as standard. ## What Is a Prefilled Pod Vape Kit? A prefilled pod vape kit is a rechargeable battery device paired with a sealed pod that arrives already filled with e-liquid and fitted with its own coil. When the pod runs out or the flavour fades, you remove it and click in a new one. The battery stays with you. Most larger kits now use a two-part pod pack. A small 2ml pod sits against the coil, and a separate refill container (usually 10ml) feeds it automatically as you vape. This design is why a "12ml" kit can be sold in the UK, where the law limits tanks to 2ml. The pod itself holds 2ml, and the container counts as a refill, which is allowed up to 10ml. ### How is it different from a refillable pod kit? With a refillable kit you buy empty pods and fill them from a bottle of e-liquid, so you can choose any flavour and strength. Prefilled kits lock you into each brand's own flavours, but there is nothing to fill, spill or prime. If you would rather pour your own liquid, our [Vaporesso XROS comparison](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/blogs/news/vaporesso-xros-comparison-guide) covers one of the most popular refillable ranges. ## Prefilled Pod Kit Comparison Table The figures below come from manufacturer information and UK retailer specifications. Puff counts are the brands' own estimates. "Liquid per pack" is the pod plus any refill container in one replacement pack. Kit Battery Liquid per pack Brand puff rating Main difference [Hayati Pro Ultra Plus 25K](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/products/hayati-pro-ultra-plus-25000-prefilled-pod-vape-kit) 850mAh 22ml (2ml + 2 × 10ml) Up to 25,000 Two flavours in one pack [SKE Bar 15K](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/products/ske-bar-15k-prefilled-pod-vape-kit) 850mAh 12ml (2ml + 10ml) Up to 15,000 Device also takes SKE Bar 6K pods [IVG Pro 12 (10K)](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/products/ivg-pro-10k-prefilled-pod-vape-kit) 1000mAh 12ml (2ml + 10ml) Up to 10,000 LED display, auto-fill system [Crystal Pro CP10000](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/products/crystal-pro-cp10000-prefilled-pod-kit) 1000mAh 12ml (2ml + 10ml) Up to 10,000 0.8Ω mesh coil, digital display [Hayati Pro Max+ 6000](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/products/hayati-pro-max-6000-prefilled-pod-vape-kit) 850mAh 12ml (2ml + 10ml) Up to 6,000 Very wide flavour choice [Lost Mary BM6000](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/products/lost-mary-bm6000-prefilled-pod-vape-kit-1) 1000mAh 12ml (2ml + 10ml) Up to 6,000 Visible liquid level [Elf Bar AF5500](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/products/elf-bar-af5500-prefilled-vape-kit-box-of-5) 1000mAh 12ml (2ml + 10ml) Up to 5,500 Compact, fixed airflow SKE Bar 6K 850mAh 7ml (2ml + 5ml) Up to 6,000 Device also takes SKE Bar 15K pods Hayati Pro Max Plus 4000 850mAh 7ml (1.5ml + 5.5ml) Up to 4,000 Smaller, lighter-use pod pack IVG Pro 5K 1000mAh 6ml (2ml + 4ml) Up to 5,000 Smaller packs for the IVG Pro device Lost Mary BM600 Not consistently published 2ml pod Up to 600 per pod Slim, single-pod design All of these kits charge through USB-C. Several UK listings note that a charging cable is not included in the box, so keep a spare one handy. ## Why Puff Counts Are a Poor Way to Compare Kits The number printed on the box is the brand's own estimate, and brands do not all measure it the same way. Puff length, how hard you draw and how often you vape all change the real figure. You can see the problem by dividing each brand's rating by the liquid in the pack: - Lost Mary BM6000 and Hayati Pro Max+ 6000: around 500 puffs per ml (6,000 from 12ml). - Elf Bar AF5500: around 460 puffs per ml (5,500 from 12ml). - IVG Pro 12 and Crystal Pro CP10000: around 830 puffs per ml (10,000 from 12ml). - SKE Bar 15K: around 1,250 puffs per ml (15,000 from 12ml). Every one of those kits holds the same 12ml, yet the ratings range from 5,500 to 15,000. One kit is very unlikely to get two and a half times more vaping out of the same volume of 20mg liquid. For a fairer comparison, look at the liquid per pack first. A 12ml pack is a 12ml pack, whatever the box says. ### What does "25K" actually mean on the Hayati Pro Ultra Plus? The Pro Ultra Plus pack holds a 2ml pod plus two 10ml containers, 22ml in all, split between two flavours. You switch between the left and right sides by turning the mouthpiece, and the display shows which side is active. The 25,000 figure covers the whole pack, not one flavour. ## Battery Size and Charging The kits split into two groups. The Hayati devices and both SKE Bar kits use 850mAh batteries. The IVG Pro, Lost Mary BM6000, Elf Bar AF5500 and Crystal Pro CP10000 use 1000mAh. A bigger battery means fewer trips to the charger, but neither size will usually last a whole 12ml pack on one charge, so expect to recharge several times per pack. Charging time depends on the charger and how flat the battery is. Vaping360 lists about 60 minutes for the Elf Bar AF5500. Use a reputable USB-C charger, don't leave a device charging unattended for long periods, and stop using any kit that gets unusually hot or swells. ## The Kits in More Detail ### Hayati Pro Max+ 6000 and Pro Max Plus 4000 The Hayati Pro Max+ 6000 pairs an 850mAh device with a battery display and 2ml-plus-10ml pod packs. Its main draw is choice: our listing carries a very large flavour range. The Pro Max Plus 4000 uses smaller 7ml packs (a 1.5ml pod with a 5.5ml container), which suits lighter vapers who would rather swap flavours more often. Some UK retailers list the 4000 and 6000 packs as fitting the same Pro Max+ device. Check the product page before relying on that. Spare packs are in our [Hayati refill pods](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/collections/hayati-refill-pods) collection. ### Hayati Pro Ultra Plus 25K This is the kit for anyone who wants two flavours on one device and the largest pack in this comparison. The 850mAh battery is the same size as the smaller Hayati kits, so with 22ml per pack you will be charging it regularly. ### IVG Pro 12 (10K) and IVG Pro 5K The IVG Pro 12, sold as the IVG Pro 10K, has a 1000mAh battery, an LED display and 12ml auto-fill packs. The IVG Pro 5K uses the same style of device with smaller 6ml packs (a 2ml pod plus a 4ml container). UK retailers list the Pro 5K device as also taking Pro 12 pods, which gives you a choice of pack size. ### Lost Mary BM6000 and BM600 The Lost Mary BM6000 combines a 1000mAh battery with a 2ml pod and a 10ml container, and a window lets you see the liquid level. The BM600 is the slimmest kit here. It is a small rechargeable device that takes single 2ml prefilled pods rated at around 600 puffs each, so it suits people who vape lightly or want to rotate flavours. Battery figures for the BM600 vary between sources, so we have not quoted one. For a closer look at the bigger kit, read our [Lost Mary BM6000 review and user guide](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/blogs/news/lost-mary-bm6000-honest-review-user-guide). ### SKE Bar 6K and SKE Bar 15K Both SKE Bar kits use an 850mAh device. The 6K uses 7ml packs (a 2ml pod plus a 5ml container), and the 15K uses 12ml packs. UK retailers list the two devices as sharing pods, so you can move between pack sizes without changing your kit. ### Elf Bar AF5500 The Elf Bar AF5500 is a compact 1000mAh kit with a 2ml mesh-coil pod, a 10ml container and fixed airflow. It is draw-activated, with no buttons or settings, and AF5500 refill pods are sold separately. ### Crystal Pro CP10000 The Crystal Pro CP10000 uses a 1000mAh battery, a 0.8Ω mesh coil and 12ml packs, with a digital display. Replacement CP 10K pods are sold separately, so you can keep the same device. ## Nicotine Strength and Flavours All the kits in this guide use 20mg/ml nic salt as standard. That is the UK legal maximum for nicotine-containing e-liquid. Nic salts are designed to feel smoother at higher strengths than freebase liquid, which is why prefilled kits almost always use them. Lower-strength versions are not made for every kit, so check the options on each product page. Flavour choice is often what decides between brands. Hayati and IVG run very large ranges, while Lost Mary and Elf Bar focus on familiar fruit, ice and drink-style profiles. ## UK Rules That Affect Prefilled Pod Kits ### Are prefilled pod kits legal after the disposable vape ban? Yes. The ban that started on 1 June 2025 covers single-use vapes only. [GOV.UK guidance](https://www.gov.uk/guidance/single-use-vapes-ban) says a reusable vape needs a rechargeable battery, a container that can be refilled (which includes inserting new prefilled pods) and a replaceable coil if it has one, which can sit inside the pod. Replacement pods must also be sold separately. Every kit in this guide meets those points. Our guide to [long-lasting alternatives after the UK ban](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/blogs/news/the-top-long-lasting-alternatives-to-disposable-post-2025-uk-ban) covers the background. ### How does the new vaping duty affect prefilled pods? Vaping Products Duty started on 1 October 2026 at a flat £2.20 per 10ml of vaping liquid, whether or not it contains nicotine. Because it is charged per millilitre, it scales with pack size: - A 2ml pod carries 44p of duty. - A 7ml pack carries £1.54. - A 12ml pack carries £2.64. - A 22ml Hayati Pro Ultra Plus pack carries £4.84. Older unstamped stock imported before 1 October 2026 can be sold until 31 March 2027. From 1 April 2027, vaping products sold in the UK must carry a duty stamp. Full details are on [GOV.UK](https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/preparing-for-vaping-products-duty-and-the-vaping-duty-stamps-scheme/prepare-for-vaping-products-duty-and-the-vaping-duty-stamps-scheme). ### How should I recycle used pods and devices? Used pods and old devices contain electrical parts and, in the device, a lithium battery, so they should not go in household bins. Take them to an electrical recycling point. You can find your nearest one on the [Recycle Your Electricals](https://www.recycleyourelectricals.org.uk/) website. ## Which Prefilled Pod Kit Should You Choose? - **You want the fewest pod changes:** Hayati Pro Ultra Plus 25K, or any 12ml kit. - **You want two flavours on one device:** Hayati Pro Ultra Plus 25K. - **You want the bigger 1000mAh battery:** IVG Pro 12, Lost Mary BM6000, Elf Bar AF5500 or Crystal Pro CP10000. - **You vape lightly or like changing flavours often:** Lost Mary BM600, IVG Pro 5K, SKE Bar 6K or Hayati Pro Max Plus 4000. - **You want flexibility on pack size:** the SKE Bar devices or the IVG Pro devices, which retailers list as sharing pods. ## Frequently Asked Questions ### How long does a prefilled vape pod last? It depends on the pack size and how much you vape. A 12ml pack lasts far longer than a single 2ml pod, but brand puff ratings are estimates rather than guarantees. Replace the pod when the flavour fades or tastes burnt, even if some liquid seems to remain. ### Can you refill a prefilled vape pod? No. Prefilled pods are sealed and designed to be replaced, not refilled. Opening or refilling them can cause leaks and damage the coil. If you want to fill pods with your own e-liquid, a refillable pod kit is the better choice. ### Why do 12ml kits have such different puff counts? Each brand estimates puffs with its own test method, puff length and coil setting. That is why kits holding the same 12ml are rated anywhere from 5,500 to 15,000 puffs. Compare the liquid per pack for a more realistic picture. ### Is a 12ml prefilled pod legal in the UK? Yes. UK law limits the tank or pod to 2ml and refill containers to 10ml. A 12ml pack is a 2ml pod fed by a separate 10ml container, so each part stays within the limits. ### Do I need to charge a prefilled pod kit? Yes. All the kits in this guide have rechargeable batteries of 850mAh or 1000mAh and charge through USB-C. With large packs you will usually need to charge several times before the pod runs out. ### Do pods from one brand fit another brand's device? No. Pods are designed for their own device. Some devices within a brand share pods, for example the SKE Bar 6K and 15K, and the IVG Pro 5K and Pro 12. Always check compatibility on the product page. ### What nicotine strength are prefilled pods? Most prefilled pods sold in the UK are 20mg/ml nic salt, the legal maximum. Some brands offer lower strengths for selected flavours, but not across every kit. ### Does the vaping duty apply to prefilled pods? Yes. Vaping Products Duty is charged at £2.20 per 10ml of vaping liquid on products made in or imported into the UK from 1 October 2026. A 2ml pod carries 44p and a 12ml pack carries £2.64. ### How do I know when to replace the device rather than the pod? Replace the pod when the flavour drops off. Replace the device if it will not charge, does not fire with a fresh pod fitted, gets unusually hot or shows physical damage. Recycle old devices at an electrical recycling point. ## Final Verdict There is no single best prefilled pod kit, because the right choice depends on how much you vape and how often you want to change flavour. The most useful number on the box is the liquid per pack, not the puff rating. Most kits here hold 12ml, the Hayati Pro Ultra Plus 25K holds 22ml across two flavours, and the BM600, IVG Pro 5K, SKE Bar 6K and Pro Max Plus 4000 suit lighter use. Battery size splits the field between 850mAh and 1000mAh. Whichever you pick, check that replacement pods are easy to get, then browse the full range of [prefilled pod kits and refill pods](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/collections/prefilled-refill-pods) by flavour. _This product contains nicotine, which is a highly addictive substance. For adults aged 18 and over only._ **Tags:** Buying Guide, Crystal Pro, Elf Bar, Hayati, IVG, Lost Mary, Prefilled Pod Kits, SKE --- > Source: [Wolfvapes.co.uk](https://wolfvapes.co.uk/blogs/news/prefilled-pod-vape-kits-compared)