UK Vape Ban: What Devices Are Still Legal After June 1st, 2025?

Big changes are coming for vapers in the UK. Starting June 1st, 2025, the government will officially ban the sale and supply of single-use (disposable) vapes. The move is part of a broader effort to tackle growing concerns about underage vaping and the environmental waste caused by disposable devices.

So, if you vape—or sell vapes—you might be wondering: What does this mean for me? Let’s break it down.

What’s Actually Being Banned?

This ban targets vapes that are meant to be used once and then thrown away—the kind you buy pre-filled and can’t recharge or refill.

To stay on the right side of the law, vape devices must now meet three simple criteria:

They must have a rechargeable battery
You should be able to refill them with e-liquid
The coil or pod (that part that heats up) must be replaceable

Devices that don’t tick all three of these boxes will no longer be legal to sell after June 1st.

So, What Can You Still Use?

Thankfully, there are still plenty of great options if you're looking for legal and reliable vape devices. Several big names have already adapted their products to fit the new rules. Here's a quick guide to the ones that will still be good to go:

Elf Bar 4 in 1 – A rechargeable device that lets you switch between four pre-filled pods. Super convenient.
Elf Bar 600 Prefilled Pod System – Rechargeable and pod-swappable.
Lost Mary BM600 & Lost Mary 4 in 1 – Both feature replaceable pods and rechargeable batteries.
SKE Crystal 600 Pro & CL6000 – These sleek devices meet all legal requirements and still deliver solid performance.
IVG Pro 12, IVG SAVR, and IVG 2400 – Each comes with either prefilled or refillable pods and rechargeable batteries.
Lost Mary Nera – A stylish, high-capacity vape that’s built to be reused.

These devices give you the freedom to keep vaping without worrying about breaking the new rules—and they’re generally more cost-effective and sustainable over time, too.

What This Means for Vapers

If you're currently using disposables, now’s the time to consider switching to a reusable setup. You don’t have to stop vaping—you just need to be a bit more mindful of what you're buying.

The good news? You’ll likely save money in the long run. Refillable vapes let you buy e-liquid and coils separately, and many of the new pod systems are super easy to use, even if you’re used to disposables.

And just to clarify—you won’t get in trouble for owning or using a disposable vape after the ban kicks in. This law targets the sale of those products, not personal use. That said, once stores stop stocking them, your access to disposables will naturally fade out.

What Retailers Need to Know

If you sell vape products, it’s time to get ahead of the curve. After June 1st, you’ll no longer be able to legally sell disposables. If you keep them on shelves, you could face fines or even legal action. So it's best to start phasing them out now and focus on stocking compliant, reusable devices.

Why This Ban Is Happening

There are two main reasons behind this change:

Protecting young people – Disposable vapes are often marketed in bright packaging with sweet flavors, making them especially appealing to teens.
Reducing waste – Disposables contribute to a growing pile of electronic waste, including lithium batteries and plastics that aren’t being properly recycled.

By encouraging reusable options, the government hopes to reduce this environmental impact while also addressing public health concerns.

Final Thoughts

This ban doesn’t mean the end of vaping—it just means a shift toward more sustainable and responsible options. Whether you're a casual user or a daily vaper, there are still plenty of legal devices out there that deliver great flavor and performance while keeping you in line with the new rules.

So now’s the time to explore reusable vapes. Who knows? You might even find a new favorite.