Vapes: A Guide to Choosing Between Disposable and Refillable

A disposable vape comes pre-charged and pre-filled with e-liquid, and you throw it away when it runs out: in our catalogue they start at €5.95. A refillable stays with you, and you just swap the cartridge (from €2.65) and the e-liquid (salts from €4.45). If you vape every day, a refillable works out cheaper in the long run; if you vape occasionally or want to try out flavours, a disposable is more convenient. The models and salts mentioned here contain nicotine, and the exact strength is listed on each product page.

In short:

• Disposables in stock from €5.95 (Oxbar Mini, Mubar Kuba 700) up to €19.95 (iMoment Xixa DTL 25,000 puffs).
• Refillables: the real ongoing cost is cartridges, from €2.65 (Uwell Koko Caliburn G, Vaporesso Luxe Q 0.8 Ohm).
• 10 ml nicotine salts range from €4.45 to €5.85 depending on the brand, in 10 mg and 20 mg.
• The "puffs" in the name are lab-estimated puffs: a rough guide, not a guarantee.
• If you want several units at once, packs are the way to go, like the Pack 3 Pods Flask for €14.95.

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What's the difference between disposable and refillable vapes?

The difference isn't just "one gets thrown away and the other doesn't". It changes what you spend, the upkeep and how much you can customise.

• Disposable (pod): ready to go. Fixed flavour, fixed nicotine, zero maintenance. When the e-liquid or battery runs out, it's done. You'll find everything in disposable pods and vapes.
• Refillable: you buy the device once and then replace cartridges and e-liquid. You choose the nicotine strength, the flavour and the coil resistance. The refillable vapes section is the one that pays off in the medium term.
• Hybrid: some modern disposables have a USB-C rechargeable battery, like the iMoment Xixa DTL 25,000 puffs (€19.95). The e-liquid is still fixed, but the battery won't leave you stranded halfway through.

Pro tip: do the maths per week, not per unit. Two €5.95 disposables a week come to €11.90; a €2.65 cartridge plus a €4.45 salt will last you much longer. If you're buying again every few days, a refillable already pays off.

Which disposable vapes offer the best value for money?

Here are the six disposables in stock, sorted by price, with the details from their own product pages:

1. Oxbar Mini Disposable Pod — €5.95. Around 600 puffs and 2% nicotine. The smallest format on the list: it aims for a balance between flavour and vapour, no fuss.
2. Mubar Kuba 700 20 mg Disposable Pod — €5.95. Cola Ice flavour, with that cola soda taste and a strong icy kick. 20 mg nicotine.
3. iMoment Tinii 1800 Puffs Disposable Pod — €9.95. Up to ten different flavours and a duckbill mouthpiece, more comfortable than the classic straight mouthpiece.
4. Flask 3 Disposable Pods Pack — €14.95. Three units in one go: the price per pod is lower than buying them individually.
5. Uniqbar 20,000 Puffs Disposable Pod — €11.95. The FM20000 model, with battery life designed for long sessions and a focus on performance and safety, according to its product page.
6. iMoment Xixa DTL 25,000 Puffs Disposable Pod — €19.95. Dual mesh coil, adjustable airflow and USB-C charging. It's DTL, meaning direct-to-lung: if you're used to a tight draw, it'll feel very airy.

All are available today. If you shop by brand, the store has Vozol from €5.95, Flask from €5.95 and Zovoo Dragbar from €7.95.

What do puffs mean and how long do they really last?

"Puffs" are draws, and the number in the name is a manufacturer estimate based on short, regular puffs. In practice it depends on how you vape:

• Long, back-to-back puffs use much more e-liquid than short ones.
• A DTL device like the Xixa uses more per puff than a tight-draw one like the Oxbar Mini.
• The Oxbar Mini product page makes it clear: "approx. 600 puffs". That approx. is the key word for the whole category.

Treat it as a ballpark figure for comparing models, not an exact promise. An 1800-puff vape will last longer than a 600; a 25,000 will last much longer than both. That's as far as the figure can be trusted.

Which cartridge does your refillable vape need?

There's no universal standard here: each device uses its own cartridge. Check the exact model before ordering, because an Xlim v2 and a Nexlim are not interchangeable. Here's what's in stock today:

Quick rule on ohms: the lower the resistance (0.7–0.8 Ohm), the looser the draw and the denser the vapour; the higher it is (1.0–1.2 Ohm), the tighter the draw and the less e-liquid you use. Brand-wise, Vaporesso has the most products in this area (17, from €2.65), followed by Oxva with 14 from €3.55.

Pro tip: once you find the cartridge that fits your device, order two. What usually lets you down isn't the device, it's running out of spares on a Sunday.

Which nicotine salts to choose: 10 mg or 20 mg?

Nicotine salts are the go-to e-liquid for tight-draw pods. They contain nicotine and the strength is shown in the name. In stock, all in 10 ml bottles:

• 10 mg: Ole Salt €4.45, Paragon €4.45, Sin Humo €4.45, Oxva Ox Passion €4.80, Juicy Salts €4.95, Bombo Bar Juice €5.20.
• 20 mg: Ole Salt €4.45, Sin Humo €4.45, Drifter Bar Salts €5.85.

Rule of thumb: low resistance (0.7–0.8 Ohm) vaporises more e-liquid per puff, so people tend to go for 10 mg; with 1.0–1.2 Ohm coils, 20 mg is more common. If you're coming from a 20 mg disposable like the Mubar Kuba, starting with 20 mg in a tight-draw cartridge is the closest match.

Packs, bulk buying and nicotine-free vapes

• Packs: if you want several units in a single order, the Flask 3 Disposable Pods Pack at €14.95 is the straightforward option, and the Pack Ritual (€21.40) bundles products in the same format.
• Bulk: for large orders, contact customer service, Monday to Friday from 9:00 to 18:00.
• Nicotine-free: we won't sell you smoke and mirrors here. The disposables and salts listed above state nicotine on their product pages (2%, 10 mg or 20 mg). If you need a nicotine-free option, check each product's label in the vapes section before buying: the strength is always shown on the product page.

What we see at the counter

We've been selling shishas and accessories since 2012, and today our vape range takes up a good chunk of the counter. What we see most in store is this: people come in asking about disposables and leave with a refillable as soon as they see the cartridge price difference (€2.65 vs €5.95 for a whole pod). The second most common mistake is coming in for a cartridge without knowing the exact device model; with a photo of the device, we sort it out in thirty seconds.

We've also noticed the jump in formats: 600-puff disposables now sit alongside 20,000 and 25,000-puff ones, and many people don't realise the big ones have USB-C charging. We have over 1,500 products in stock and counters in Madrid, Barcelona and Seville, so if you're torn between two models, the best thing is to see them in person.

— Hispacachimba

Where to start

If you want something instant and maintenance-free, head to disposable pods and vapes and filter by price: from €5.95. If your goal is to spend less each month, start with refillable vapes and add a spare cartridge to your basket, for example the Vaporesso XROS Corex 2.0 1.0 Ohm for €2.90, plus a 10 ml nicotine salt from €4.45.

Shipping to mainland Spain takes 24/48 working hours from €2.95 and is free on orders over €50 (mainland only); Balearic Islands, 48/72 h from €6.95; and Canary Islands, Ceuta and Melilla, 7-10 working days from €15.

Frequently asked questions

How many puffs does a disposable vape give?

It depends on the model: the Oxbar Mini states around 600 puffs, while the iMoment Xixa DTL goes up to 25,000. These are manufacturer estimates based on short puffs, so your real-world lifespan will vary depending on how you vape.

Is a refillable vape cheaper?

Usually yes, if you vape daily. The cheapest cartridge in our catalogue is €2.65 (Uwell Koko Caliburn G, Vaporesso Luxe Q 0.8 Ohm) and a 10 ml nicotine salt is €4.45, compared with €5.95 for each complete disposable.

Can I use any cartridge in my vape?

No. Each device family has its own cartridge: an Oxva Xlim v2 0.8 Ohm (€3.55) won't fit a Voopoo Argus, which uses its own 0.7 Ohm one (€3.15). Check your device's exact model before ordering a replacement.

What does DTL mean on a vape?

DTL stands for direct-to-lung, with a much looser airflow and denser vapour. The iMoment Xixa DTL 25,000 Puffs (€19.95) is this type and also features adjustable airflow and a dual mesh coil, so you can tighten it a bit if you're used to mouth-to-lung.

Which nicotine strength should I choose?

Our catalogue has 10 mg and 20 mg salts, all in 10 ml bottles priced between €4.45 and €5.85. As a guide, low resistances (0.7–0.8 Ohm) are usually paired with 10 mg and higher ones (1.0–1.2 Ohm) with 20 mg. All these products contain nicotine.