Disposable Vapes vs Refillable Vapes

Choosing a vape for the first time can feel confusing. In this guide, we compare disposable vapes vs refillable vapes on cost, flavour choice, upkeep, and everyday use to make the process easier for you. We also share top starter kits for vapers in Canada and a few good disposable vape picks for busy days.

TLDR;

• Disposables are easy and fast. Use, recharge if supported, then replace.
  
• Refillable or rechargeable vapes cost less over time and offer more flavours.
  
• If you want zero setup, try CV NOVA 30K Disposable.
  
• If you want to save money and pick any flavour, choose a starter kit and bottled e-liquid.
  
• Many pod kits work with nic salts. Some also run freebase e-liquid.
  
• Clear winner on cost for most vapers: refillable vapes.
  

What Counts as Disposable vs Refillable

Disposable vapes are all-in-one units. They come prefilled. Some recharge. When they are done, you replace the whole thing.

Refillable or Starter Vape Kits are devices you keep. You fill a pod or tank with bottled e-liquid. You replace pods or coils as needed. You recharge the battery and keep using the same body.

A rechargeable disposable sits between the two. You still replace the whole unit when empty. Around 99% of the modern disposable vapes are rechargeable, except for a few, old, low puff count devices. 

Cost Comparison that Makes Sense

Here is a simple way to think about cost without getting lost in brands or sales.

Scenario A: Light to Moderate Use

• One disposable vape might last several days. If you go through a few per month, your spending adds up fast.
  
• A refillable kit has one upfront cost for the device. After that, you buy pods or coils and bottles of e-liquid. The per-day cost is usually lower.
  

Scenario B: Heavier Use

• More puffs means more disposables per month. That gets expensive.
  
• Refillables scale better. You pay for coils or pods and liquid, which is cheaper per millilitre.
  

Why Refillables Save Money

• Bottled e-liquid costs less per millilitre than prefilled units.
  
• You keep the device. You only replace small parts.
  
• Coils or pods typically last several days to 2 weeks on moderate use and 1 week on heavy use.
  

Prices vary by brand and province. The pattern above is steady. For most vapers, refillables reduce the monthly bill.

Convenience and Upkeep

Disposables

• Best for travel, nights out, and backup.
  
• No filling. No parts to track.
  
• When the flavour fades or the indicator says empty, you are done.
  

Refillables

• A tiny learning curve. Fill the pod. Replace a pod or coil when the flavour drops.
  
• Better flavour choice. Lower long-term cost.
  
• One to two minutes of care each week.
  

Quick tips for both

• Keep devices out of heat and direct sunlight.
  
• If you hear a gurgle, clear the chimney and take a few short primer puffs.
  
• Top up before the pod gets too low. Dry wicks wear out coils faster.
  

Flavour and Nicotine Options

Disposables come in fixed flavours and set nicotine strengths. Simple, but limited.

Refillables open the door to more choice. You can pick Nic Salt E-liquids for a tight mouth-to-lung draw. You can pick Freebase E-liquids for smoother, lower strengths. Many modern pod kits handle both, as long as you pick the right pod or coil.

Canada caps nicotine in products sold here at 20 mg per mL. Check labels and shop with compliant retailers.

Product Picks at Canada Vapes

Disposable Highlight

CV NOVA 30K Disposable

CV NOVA 30K is a Canada Vapes exclusive disposable device, created with the highest standards and quality assurance. It is a smart disposable for busy days. Clean flavour, easy to carry, and serious stamina. Recharge when needed, then recycle the unit when it is finished. Great as a no-fuss companion even if you use a refillable kit at home.

STLTH Disposables

Grab and go with a tight, smooth draw. Pick from STLTH 8K Pro, STLTH Titan Pro 15K, STLTH 60K, or STLTH Titan Max 50K at Canada Vapes. Recharge when needed. Replace when done. Learn more about STLTH Products at Canada Vapes[link to STLTH Focus Blog].

Vuse Ultra Disposable

Clean flavour and a steady auto draw in a slim body. Vuse Ultra Disposable is good for travel or backup days when you do not want to fill a pod. Replace the unit when it is empty.

Refillable Pod System Kits

Caliburn G4

• Tight to medium draw.
  
• Two output modes for a tailored feel.
  
• Caliburn Pods are clean and easy to swap.
  
• Caliburn G4 is good with nic salts. Also fine with lower strength freebase in the right pod.
  

Vaporesso Eco Nano

• Very simple pod system.
  
• Long Eco Nano Pods life for a tiny setup.
  
• Vaporesso Eco Nano works with nic salts.
  

Vaporesso XROS 5

• Clear window and tidy airflow control.
  
• Snappy draw. Bright screen on select versions.
  
• Vaporesso XROS 5 works well with nic salts and low-strength freebase when you choose the correct XROS Pod.
  

Voopoo Vinci Spark 100 Kit

• Sub-ohm power with a compact feel.
  
• Built for freebase e-liquids.
  
• Warmer vapour and bigger clouds with Vinci Spark Coils.
  
• Voopoo Vinci Spark 100 is the best match for vapers who like open airflow and lower nicotine strengths.
  

Geekvape Sonder Q2

• Pocket-friendly with reliable pods.
  
• Smooth MTL draw, simple controls.
  
• Geekvape Sonder Q2 is good with nic salts. Can run low freebase strengths with the right Sonder Q Pod.
  

E-liquids at Canada Vapes

• Nic salts for tight MTL and quick satisfaction at lower power.
  
• Freebase for smoother draw and lower nicotine strengths, ideal for sub-ohm and open airflow.
  Pick a flavour family you can enjoy for days, not minutes, such as tobacco, mint, fruits, or dessert.
  

Which One should You Buy?

• Pick a disposable if you want zero setup, need a travel backup, or want to try a flavour before buying a bottle.
  
• Pick a refillable starter vape kit if you want to save money, choose any flavour, and fine-tune your draw.
  

A simple two-step choice

1. Decide on format. Disposable for speed, or refillable for savings.
   
2. Pick your liquid style. Nic salts for tight MTL. Freebase for smoother draw and lower strengths.
   

Eco and Waste Notes

Disposables create more waste because you replace the whole unit. Refillables cut waste since you keep the device and only change small parts. Whatever you use, do not toss batteries in the trash. Follow local guidance for battery and device recycling where available.

Safety and Canadian compliance

This page is for adults in Canada. Buy from compliant retailers that age-verify. Store products out of reach of children and pets. Read labels and follow device guides. Canada limits nicotine concentration in vaping products sold here.

FAQs

Do refillables really save money?

Yes, for most vapers. Bottled e-liquid and replaceable pods or coils cost less per day than a steady stream of disposables.

Can I use nic salts in every pod kit?

Not always. Check the pod or coil. Many pod kits offer a salt-friendly pod and a separate pod that suits low freebase.

How often do I replace pods or coils?

When flavour drops, the draw feels weak, or you need more power than usual. Many adults see about a week per pod or coil, depending on liquid and usage.

What PG or VG should I buy?

For tight pods, 50-50 or 60-40 VG works well. For sub-ohm kits like the Vinci Spark 100, higher VG freebase liquids suit the open airflow.

How do I stop leaks and dry hits?

Do not chain hit on a near-empty pod. Let new pods soak for five to ten minutes. Keep airflow clean and top up early.

Final take

If budget matters, go refillable. You will spend less, get more flavour choices, and keep control over your draw. Keep a CV NOVA 30K Disposable as a backup for travel or nights out. For your daily driver, pick a simple pod kit and an e-liquid you enjoy. That is the sweet spot for most adults in Canada.