If you’re new to vaping, it’s tricky to know just where to start when purchasing your first device. You may have heard of disposable vapes and pod vapes. These are two of the most commonly used types of vapes used by beginners. But what are the differences between disposable and pod vapes, and which should you choose? Don’t worry, VaporFi will break it all down for you as well as explain the pros and cons of each. It’s important to note however, that no matter what the general advantages and disadvantages are, every vaper is unique and has their own particular style and preferences. Therefore, some trial and error is to be expected in your vape journey to find out what you like. But, don’t worry, it’s all part of the fun. So let’s get into the differences between disposable vape vs regular vapes. 

Let’s start with the basics between disposable vapes vs pod systems. A disposable vape is a device that is mostly ready to use.. It doesn’t require any setup, charging, or connecting of components. These devices aren’t refillable, however, meaning that once you finish the vape juice supply, you’ll have to throw the vape out and purchase a new one, making it the pricier option. Traditionally, these vape pens are not rechargeable either.

A pod vape is a refillable and rechargeable vape device that lasts way longer than a disposable. You’ll need to fill the pod with separately-purchased e-liquid and charge the battery (usually via a USB cable). You’ll also need to understand how to connect the pod to the battery and ensure it is securely connected. Also, these devices tend to have more features such as various buttons, airflow adjustment controls, etc. Therefore, you’ll want to understand how these features work. Pod vapes require a bit more maintenance in terms of cleaning, refilling, and recharging to ensure they’ll last you a relatively long time. However with the newest in vape innovation, vape mods are more intuitive and easier to use than ever.

Now that we understand the basics of disposable and pod vapes, let’s explore the pros and cons of each…

1. Simple to use: Like we mentioned, disposable vapes are ready to go right out of the box. There are no coils, buttons, settings, or pods to connect or fiddle with. This is why they’re a great beginner choice. 
2. No Maintenance: Because these devices are very simple and are just meant to be used then discarded, there aren’t moving parts to swap out, replace, or clean. 
3. More portable: While pod devices generally are compact, you don’t have to worry about carrying around spare e juice or charging components when it comes to disposables.

1. Non-Refillable: The most obvious con of disposable devices is that once you run through the e-juice, you have to just throw the device away and purchase another one. This can prove inconvenient, especially on-the-go. 
2. Non-Rechargeable: Unless the device is more modern disposable, it is possible your battery will run out while you still have e-liquid remaining and there is nothing you can do about it, you just have to replace the device.
3. Less Eco Friendly: Having to throw away disposable vapes frequently makes them less sustainable than pod systems. 
4. Less flexibility: Disposable vapes don’t offer as much versatility as pod systems. For one, you can mix your own e-juice flavor combinations to use with pod systems. Also, many pod systems offer the ability to regulate temperature, airflow, etc, whereas disposable devices are static in their operation. 
5. More expensive in the long term: While the initial cost of purchasing a pod system is more expensive than buying a disposable, in the longer term it’s cheaper to keep using and refilling a pod device. 
6. Banned: Although some shops still sell disposables, many are technically illegal. As of 2021, the FDA enforcement policy prohibits the sale of unauthorized flavored cartridge-based e-cigarettes, including disposable vapes, in the United States. This step aimed to combat youth vaping by addressing the appeal of flavored e-cigarettes. VaporFi prides itself on not providing these banned products.

1. Refillable: Pod and mod vapes are refillable and what’s more, you can swap pods in and out with ease, making it a breeze to swap flavors. You can even mix your own vape juice cocktails to get incredible flavor results. Refilling the pod is fairly simple as well.
2. Rechargeable: Pod vapes can be recharged quickly and simply, meaning these devices will stay with you a lot longer than disposable devices. 
3. Flexibility: There is a lot more flexibility to customize components such as coils and pods with pod devices. In addition, features such as variable power output and airflow adjustment controls make regulating the pace of your session much easier than with a disposable device. These devices also generally have more voluminious vapor production.
4. More Eco-friendly: Being able to reuse the device and simply refill and recharge it rather than throwing it away makes pod systems the more environmentally-friendly option.

1. Maintenance: Pod devices require more setup and maintenance than disposable devices. Because of their small size and potentially higher output, shorter battery life can be an issue so recharging is important. Coils will burn out eventually and will need to be replaced. You’ll need to become adept at refilling e-juice to enjoy your device as well. 
2. Learning Curve: Pod devices are more complex than disposable vapers so there is more of a learning curve to get used to them, particularly for first time vapers. 

So there you have it, the difference between disposable vapes and pod devices usually comes out with refillable pod systems on top. Ready to start your vape mod journey?VaporFi carries only the best of the best with ejuices and nic salt options of all nicotine strengths. We recommend trying several types of vapes out to see what works best for you. We hope this article was helpful, but if you have any additional questions about our vaping products, please feel free to contact our customer support team. We look forward to hearing from you!