What is a vape kit?
A vape kit is a rechargeable device sold complete with the hardware needed to vape. Three parts do the work: a battery body, a pod or tank holding the e-liquid, and a coil that heats it into vapour.
Two terms get confused constantly. The pod kit is the device you keep and recharge. The vape pod is the cartridge inside it, replaced once the e-liquid empties. Vape kits became the standard UK format after single-use disposables were banned on 1 June 2025.
Why did vape kits replace disposable vapes?
Vape kits replaced disposables because the battery is now reusable. The Environmental Protection (Single-use Vapes) Regulations removed non-rechargeable, non-refillable devices from UK sale on 1 June 2025, leaving kits that recharge and take a replaceable pod.
The vaping experience survived the change. Prefilled pod kits keep the inhale activation, the tight mouth-to-lung draw and the 20mg nicotine salt that disposable users recognise. Only the throwaway body went, replaced by a USB-C battery that lasts across dozens of pods.
What types of vape kits are there?
Five kit types cover the UK market. Each trades convenience against control, and the right choice turns on whether you want to fill the pod yourself.
Simplest Prefilled pod kits
Prefilled pod kits use sealed pods that arrive filled with e-liquid and a coil inside. Swap the pod when it empties, with no bottles and no coil changes.
- Closed system, factory-sealed
- Inhale activated, no settings
- Familiar draw for disposable switchers
Hayati: Pro Ultra+ 25000, Rubik 7000, Pro Max+ 6000, Finebar
Best value Refillable pod kits
Refillable pod kits use open pods you fill from a bottle. Flavour choice widens, nicotine strength becomes yours to set, and the running cost falls over time.
- Open system, bottled e-liquid
- Full choice of flavour and strength
- Replace the pod when flavour fades
Hayati: Pro Max S1 and Liora, both take a 0.8Ω refillable pod
For beginners Vape starter kits
Starter kits bundle a simple device with its pod and instructions. Most run mouth-to-lung, the cigarette-style draw, and pair with nicotine salt or 50/50 e-liquid.
- Minimal setup, low maintenance
- Built for switching smokers
- Sold as pod kits or vape pens
Hayati: the Finebar and Liora fill this role in the range
Most discreet Vape pens
Vape pens are slim, pen-shaped devices with simple controls and a tight draw. Portability is the point, and battery capacity runs smaller as a result.
- Compact pen-style body
- Tight, cigarette-style draw
- Easy controls for new vapers
Hayati: no pen-format device, the Liora is the slimmest kit
Most powerful Sub-ohm vape kits
Sub-ohm kits run coils below 0.5Ω at higher wattage for a direct-to-lung inhale and heavy vapour. Experienced vapers pair them with high-VG e-liquid.
- Direct-to-lung, airy draw
- Adjustable wattage and airflow
- Pairs with shortfills, not nic salts
Hayati: builds no sub-ohm kit, the range is MTL only
Hayati concentrates on the first three types. Sub-ohm demand routes to bottled e-liquid rather than hardware here, and higher-VG blends sit in the shortfill e-liquid range.
Which vape kit suits your vaping style?
Vaping style decides coil resistance, and coil resistance decides which e-liquid works. Three styles exist, and the table pairs each with the hardware and format built for it.
Every Hayati kit is built for MTL. The 1.1Ω prefilled pods and the 0.8Ω refillable pods both sit inside the mouth-to-lung band, which is why 20mg nicotine salt runs across the range.
What should you look for in a vape kit?
Five factors separate one vape kit from another. Compare them in this order, because each narrows the field before the next.
Step 1 Battery capacity
A higher mAh rating lasts longer between charges. An 850mAh kit runs a full day of heavy use, while a 500mAh kit stays slimmer and charges faster.
Step 2 Ease of use against control
Draw-activated kits fire on the inhale with no menus. Adjustable kits give control over airflow and wattage, at the cost of setup time.
Step 3 Prefilled or refillable
Prefilled pods are the simplest and the least flexible. Refillable pods cost less to run and open the whole e-liquid range to you.
Step 4 E-liquid compatibility
MTL kits pair with nic salts and 50/50 blends. Sub-ohm kits need high-VG shortfills. Prefilled kits take brand-specific pods and nothing else.
Step 5 Ongoing cost
Price the pods, not just the kit. Replacement pods carry the real running cost, and bottled e-liquid works out cheaper per millilitre.
Which Hayati vape kit should you choose?
Six Hayati vape kits are on sale in the UK. Capacity and pod format decide which one fits, so the ranking below runs from the highest e-liquid volume to the lowest.
- Pro Ultra+ 25000 holds two 2ml pods and two 10ml auto-fill containers, 22ml in one body, with a twist mouthpiece that switches between two flavours mid-session.
- Rubik 7000 holds a 2ml pod and a 10ml auto-fill container, 12ml in total, behind an on-screen e-liquid readout.
- Pro Max+ 6000 holds the same 2ml plus 10ml stack, 12ml in total, and remains the direct successor to the original Pro Max.
- Pro Max S1 holds a single 2ml pod, prefilled or refillable, on a magnetic connection in an aluminium body.
- Liora holds a single 2ml pod, prefilled or refillable, behind a magnetic dust cap in a lipstick-profile body.
- Finebar holds a single 2ml prefilled pod on a 1.1Ω mesh coil, the slimmest kit in the range.
The table sets those six against the attributes buyers compare before purchase.
Capacity drives the price gap. The 850mAh kits stretch one purchase across weeks, while the 550mAh and 500mAh kits keep the body slim and the entry cost low. Nicotine strength holds at 20mg across all six. Read the Pro Ultra+ 25K vs Pro Max+ 6K comparison if those two are the shortlist.
What is included in a vape kit?
Most vape kits include four items: the battery device, a pod or tank, a coil built into that pod, and a USB-C charging cable. A user guide comes in the box. E-liquid is bought separately on refillable kits.
- Pro Ultra+ 25000 includes the 850mAh body, 2 prefilled 2ml pods and 2 auto-fill 10ml containers.
- Pro Max+ 6000 and Rubik 7000 include the 850mAh body, 1 prefilled 2ml pod and 1 auto-fill 10ml container.
- Pro Max S1, Liora and Finebar include the battery body and 1 prefilled 2ml pod.
A USB-C cable is not supplied with every kit, so check the product page before ordering. Charging runs from any standard 5V adapter or laptop port.
Which e-liquids work with vape kits?
Nicotine salt e-liquid is the match for MTL pod kits. Nic salt arrives at 10mg or 20mg in a 50/50 PG/VG blend, the ratio a 0.8Ω to 1.8Ω coil is built to wick. Browse the format in nicotine salt e-liquid.
Shortfill e-liquid arrives nicotine-free in larger bottles at a higher VG ratio, and takes a nicotine shot before use. Shortfills suit lower-resistance, higher-power hardware rather than a tight MTL pod.
Prefilled Hayati kits take sealed Hayati pods only. The Pro Ultra+, Rubik, Pro Max+ and Finebar arrive with e-liquid factory-sealed inside the pod, and no bottled e-liquid goes into them.
Are vape kits legal in the UK?
Yes, vape kits are legal in the UK, and every kit in this collection complies with TRPR. Three limits define that compliance: a 2ml maximum pod capacity, a 20mg/ml nicotine ceiling, and a 10ml maximum bottle for nicotine-containing e-liquid. All six Hayati kits are MHRA registered.
The 1 June 2025 ban removed single-use vapes only. Rechargeable, pod-replaceable kits stayed legal, which is the category every device here sits in. Sale to anyone under 18 remains illegal, and every order passes age verification at checkout.
Vaping is less harmful than smoking, and it is not risk-free. Read the nicotine safety guide before switching.
Why buy vape kits from Hayati Pro?
Hayati Pro sells Hayati devices only, sourced through authorised UK distribution. That narrow focus is the point: every kit, pod and e-liquid on this store belongs to one brand, so compatibility never becomes guesswork.
Counterfeit stock circulates in the UK grey market. Every genuine kit carries a scratch code, and you verify your Hayati device yourself before the first draw. Read why UK vapers trust Hayati Pro for the sourcing position, and check delivery and shipping for cut-off times.
How do you use a vape kit?
To use a vape kit, follow these 5 steps.
- Remove every sticker, silicone plug and seal from the device body and the pod.
- Click the pod into the top of the device until it locks. On the Pro Ultra+, Rubik and Pro Max+, press the 2ml pod onto its auto-fill container first, then slot the assembled unit in.
- Wait 5 minutes before the first draw, which lets e-liquid saturate the coil and prevents a burnt taste.
- Inhale through the mouthpiece. Draw activation fires the coil with no button press.
- Charge over USB-C when the display or LED drops low. A full charge takes under 60 minutes on every Hayati kit.
What else will you need to buy?
Three consumables carry the ongoing cost of a vape kit. The device itself is a one-off purchase.
- Replacement pods are the main running cost on prefilled kits. Each sealed pod arrives with a fresh coil inside, so no coil is ever bought separately. Every replacement sits in vape pods.
- Bottled e-liquid applies to refillable kits. On the Pro Max S1 and Liora, the 0.8Ω pod takes any compatible bottle from the e-liquid range.
- A USB-C cable is needed when the kit ships without one. Any phone-style cable with a 5V adapter charges every kit in this collection.
Vape kit FAQs
What is a vape kit?
A vape kit is a rechargeable device sold complete with its pod or tank and coil. Three parts do the work: the battery body, the pod holding the e-liquid, and the coil that heats it into vapour. Refillable kits need bottled e-liquid on top. Prefilled kits arrive ready to vape.
What vape kit is best for beginners?
A prefilled MTL pod kit is best for beginners. It fires on the inhale, carries no settings, and delivers the tight cigarette-style draw switching smokers recognise. In the Hayati range, the Finebar is the simplest entry point, and the Pro Max+ 6000 suits beginners wanting longer use between pod changes.
Are vape kits legal in the UK?
Yes, vape kits are legal in the UK. Rechargeable kits with replaceable pods sit outside the single-use ban of 1 June 2025. Legal kits hold a maximum 2ml pod, cap nicotine at 20mg/ml, and carry MHRA registration. Sale to anyone under 18 is illegal.
What is the best alternative to a disposable vape?
A prefilled pod kit is the closest alternative to a disposable vape. It keeps the inhale activation, the mouth-to-lung draw and the 20mg nicotine salt, then swaps the throwaway body for a rechargeable one. The Pro Max+ 6000 and Rubik 7000 hold 12ml, which outlasts several disposables.
What is the difference between prefilled and refillable vape kits?
The main difference between prefilled and refillable vape kits is who fills the pod. Prefilled pods arrive sealed with e-liquid and a coil inside, so the whole pod is swapped when it empties. Refillable pods stay in the device and take bottled e-liquid, giving you control over flavour, nicotine strength and running cost.
Are sub-ohm kits suitable for beginners?
No, sub-ohm kits are not suitable for beginners. Coils below 0.5Ω run at high wattage, produce a direct-to-lung inhale, and demand high-VG shortfills rather than nicotine salt. Beginners switching from cigarettes need the tight MTL draw and the higher nicotine strength a pod kit delivers.
What e-liquid should I use with my vape kit?
Use 50/50 nicotine salt e-liquid at 10mg or 20mg with an MTL pod kit. That ratio matches coils between 0.8Ω and 1.8Ω, which covers every refillable Hayati pod. High-VG shortfills belong in sub-ohm hardware. Prefilled kits take brand-specific sealed pods and accept no bottled e-liquid.
How long does a vape kit last?
The device body lasts indefinitely, because only the pod is replaced. The pod lasts between 3 days and 3 weeks, depending on capacity and how heavily you vape. The Pro Max+ 6000 and Rubik 7000 typically run 5 to 10 days on one 12ml refill set, while the Pro Ultra+ 25000 stretches to several weeks.
How often do I need to replace pods or coils?
Replace the pod as soon as flavour fades, vapour drops or a burnt taste appears. On prefilled kits the coil is sealed inside the pod, so the two are replaced together and no separate coil is ever bought. Refillable pods last several fills before the coil tires.
How do I know if a vape kit is TPD compliant?
Check three things: the pod holds 2ml or less, the nicotine strength is 20mg/ml or lower, and the product carries MHRA registration. Compliant packaging shows the nicotine warning and the 18+ mark. Every kit sold at Hayati Pro meets all three.
What is the best vape kit brand?
The best vape kit brand registers its products with the MHRA, holds to the 2ml and 20mg/ml limits, and lets buyers verify authenticity themselves. Hayati Pro stocks Hayati only, and every device carries a scratch code you check before the first draw.
Can you refill Hayati pods?
No, Hayati prefilled pods cannot be refilled. The pods on the Pro Ultra+, Rubik, Pro Max+ and Finebar are sealed at the factory, and forcing e-liquid into one damages the coil, breaks the leak seal and produces a burnt taste. Two kits do refill: the Pro Max S1 and the Liora accept a 0.8Ω refillable pod.
How long does a Hayati vape kit take to charge?
A Hayati vape kit charges in under 60 minutes over USB-C. The 850mAh kits, meaning the Pro Ultra+, Rubik and Pro Max+, reach full charge from empty in approximately 40 to 60 minutes. The 550mAh and 500mAh kits charge faster because the cell is smaller. Some kits ship without a cable.
How do you know when a vape pod is empty?
Three signs show a pod is empty: vapour output drops, flavour turns weak or muted, and a burnt taste appears. The Pro Ultra+, Rubik and Pro Max+ carry a screen showing the e-liquid level directly. Replace the pod as soon as the burnt taste starts, because the wick has dried out.
Why is a vape kit not producing vapour?
Four causes stop a vape kit producing vapour: a flat battery, a pod that is not fully seated, protective seals left on the pod, and an empty pod. Charge the device, pull the pod out, remove every sticker and silicone plug, then click it back until it locks. Replace the pod if vapour stays absent.
How do you check a vape kit is genuine?
Check the scratch code on the packaging. Every genuine Hayati device carries one, and the code confirms authenticity against the manufacturer's record. Buy from an authorised UK seller, and verify before the first draw using the product verification tool. Counterfeit kits skip the code or reuse one already redeemed.
18+ only. This range is intended for adult smokers and vapers. Nicotine is an addictive substance and is not suitable for non-smokers, under-18s, anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding, or anyone advised to avoid nicotine.
