A guide to the different puff counts found in big puff vapes

Big puff vapes are the talk of the town at the moment, but you might’ve noticed that not all big puff vapes are equal. In fact, big puff vapes are available with a variety of different puff counts – so how do you pick the right one? Dive into our comprehensive guide to find out what puff counts are, how they are calculated, how the e-liquid capacity of a device will dictate the puff counts and what puff count is best for you.

What are puff counts?

A vapes puff count is the number of puffs that the manufacturer estimates their device offers based on the amount of e-liquid it contains and the design of the device. For disposable vapes the puff count is representative of how many puffs per device, while for big puff pod kits it is representative of the puff count before the pods will need to be changed.

It can only ever be an estimate because there are a few different factors that will change how many puffs a device holds for you, including how deeply you inhale, how often you vape and so on. This means that the number of puffs you can expect from a vape can vary widely, but you can still get a good general idea from the advertised estimate.

Here at Evapo, we sell vapes with a wide range of estimated vape counts, including devices offering puffs of:

• Up to 1,200
• Up to 1,500
• Up to 2,400
• Up to 3,000
• Up to 3,200
• Up to 3,500
• Up to 4,000
• Up to 5,000
• Up to 6,000

What is a big puff vape?

A big puff vape is a type of disposable vape or prefilled pod kit which comes with more than 2ml of vape juice. The higher quantity of e-liquid means it that can offer a higher puff count than a standard 2ml vape. Generally, big puff disposable vapes are those that offer up to 1,200 puffs or more.

The difference between big puff disposables and pod kits

As you can probably gather from the name, big puff disposable vapes are a type of single-use vape which will last as long as the e-liquid it comes with, and will then need to be disposed of and replaced. Although many big puff disposables come with a ‘refill container’ they cannot be repeatedly refilled once this container is empty.

However, big puff pod kits are a type of reusable vape which gives you the best of both worlds, combining high puff counts with a rechargeable battery and changeable pods. Some kits, like the DOJO Blast 6000 come with a 2ml pod and a 10ml attachable refill container which continuously refills the pod until both are empty, at which point the pod can be swapped for a new one. Others, like the Lost Mary 4in1, can hold multiple 2ml pods at a time, allowing you to swap seamlessly between pods as they run out, so you don’t need to change the pods until they are all empty. The battery on these devices can be recharged whenever needed and you will only need to replace the pods periodically and not the entire device.

Why are big puff vapes gaining popularity?

The introduction of big puff vapes has been welcomed by many consumers, thanks to the fact that they are more economical and better for the environment than vapes with lower puff counts. This is because they need to be replaced less often, which reduces waste and helps save you cash.How puff counts are calculated

For manufacturers to work out their estimate of how many puffs a vape contains, they need an accurate and repeatable way of running out a vape. It’s likely that they employ a machine that’s able to replicate MTL puffs, which they use to work out an average estimate by rounding up or down to the nearest hundred. It’s worth bearing in mind that machines like this aren’t vaping the way a human would, so there’s always likely to be some discrepancy. That’s why we always label our puff counts as ‘up to’ on our website.How the e-liquid capacity dictates puff count

If you’re looking for an easy way to work out which vapes are likely to last longest, the e-liquid capacity is a great place to start. The higher the e-liquid capacity, the bigger the puff count. Below, you’ll see an example of the number of puffs that each ml is estimated to provide.

	Advertised puffs	E-liquid content (ml)	Puffs/ml
Standard 2ml disposables	Up to 600	2	300
SKE Crystal 4in1	Up to 2,400	8	300
Elf Bar AF5000	Up to 5,000	12	417

While puff count per ml can vary from 250 to 500, we can see that on average it works out at around 300 puffs per ml.

So, if you’re looking for a big puff vape that’s long lasting, choosing one with a higher e-liquid capacity is a great way to go.

Big puff vapes with a high e-liquid capacity

Here are just a few of the big puff bars currently available, based on their e-liquid capacity and advertised puff count.

Big puff bars with nicotine

Lost Mary BM6000 - Offering up to 6,000 puffs this handy vape comes with 12ml of e-liquid, with 2ml prefilled into the device and a 10ml refill container. Available in nine exciting flavours with a 20 mg/ml nicotine strength.

DOJO Blast 6000 - This vape offers up to 6,000 puffs and comes with a 10ml refill container and 2ml prefilled pod for a total of 12mls of 20 mg/ml vape juice.

Elf Bar AF5000 - This promises up to 5,000 puffs and has 12ml of 20 mg/ml e-liquid. Featuring a unique design and available in a wide range of flavours.

Snowplus Clic 5000 - Also offering up to 5,000 puffs, this is another vape that comes with 12ml of 20 mg/ml e-liquid and offers a budget friendly option.

Big puff bars without nicotine

Hayati Pro Max – Offering up to 4,000 puffs per device, this neat vape comes with 10ml of nicotine-free e-liquid.

ELUX Legend 3500 – A handy vape that offers up to 3,500 puffs and comes prefilled with 10ml of zero nicotine vape juice.

The below infographic shows the different types of pods that are compatible with common big puff devices:

How your vaping style affects your puff count

It’s always worth remembering that how you personally vape will affect your puff count for any given device. If you like to take larger inhales, for example, you’ll get less puffs from a vape overall. Likewise, if you take short and shallow inhales, you may enjoy more puffs than advertised. Also, if you vape frequently, you may end up using up the battery more quickly and therefore find that your vape lasts for less time.

How long a vape could last

Like we just mentioned, how long a vape lasts is massively affected by the way you vape, but there are a few other factors to consider. From the temperature you vape at to whether you’re using nic salts or traditional e-liquids, there are a ton of things that can change how long a vape lasts. You can find out more in our handy guide to how long disposable vapes last.

If you want to know how long big puff vapes last in comparison to smoking, then it’s worth knowing that the NHS advise that one 2ml 20 mg/ml disposable vape is equivalent to one pack of cigarettes. Here’s what that might look like when it comes to number of days:

	Advertised puffs	Active content	E-liquid capacity	Equivalent nicotine delivery (packets of cigarettes)	Nicotine delivery (days) (Based on 11-20 cigarettes/day – moderate smoker)
DOJO Blast 6000	6000	20 mg/ml nicotine	12ml	6	8
SKE Crystal 4in1	2400	20 mg/ml nicotine	8ml	4	5

So a moderate smoker who smokes between 11 and 20 cigarettes a day who chooses a 6,000 puff vape with 20 mg/ml nicotine can expect it to last for the equivalent of 6 packets of cigarettes, or around 8 days. However, it is important to also bear in mind that some vapers find they do vape with more frequency than they would have smoked, so again this will vary based on your vaping style.

Finding the right puff count for you

Picking the right puff count is always going to be a personal choice. However, when making your decision, it’s worth thinking about things like how often you vape, how often you’re happy to rebuy, how large you’d like your vape to be, and what your budget is.

Big puff vapes can also be a great choice if you’re looking to cut down on waste and do your bit for the environment, as they need replacing less frequently and help you to create less waste than a disposable vape with a smaller puff count.

If you’re looking for big puff options that offer the best value for money, check out big puff prefilled pod kits like the DOJO Blast 6000, Lost Mary 4in1 and SKE Crystal 4in1. These kits are all a great pick as they have replaceable pods and  reusable, rechargeable batteries.  

Big puff kits from Evapo

Offering big brands like Elf Bar, SKE Crystal, ELUX, IVG, DOJO and Vuse, we’re the perfect place to find your next favourite vape. For a look at what’s currently available, check out our big vape bars, or you can find out more in our big vape bars and kits guide. Any questions at all, be sure to pop into your local store. Our friendly staff will be happy to help.