This guide compares five refillable pod kits and a sealed alternative by their supported features and complete first-order needs. Use current selected product prices when setting a budget; a kit price alone does not include every liquid or separately required component. Compare Vapesoko's pod device range.
Disposables: the Lowest Entry Price
Compare the complete first-order costs of a sealed disposable and a refillable kit using current selected prices. BC10000 is a sealed option rated up to 10,000 puffs; a refillable purchase may also need compatible liquid or separately supplied parts. Choose using the exact model features and required extras rather than a permanent minimum-price claim. See disposable vape, ELFBAR BC10000.
The catch is the running costs. Once the liquid runs out, the entire device goes in the bin. Replacement frequency varies with usage, so use your own consumption when estimating the cost. That is where refillable pod kits come in. A rechargeable device changes the cost structure: the kit is an upfront purchase, followed by liquid and replacement pods. Whether it saves money depends on actual consumption. For a detailed breakdown, see our comparison of disposable vapes vs pod kits.
Geekvape Sonder Q2
The Geekvape Sonder Q2 is a compact refillable pod kit with a 1,350mAh battery and up to 30W output. Compare the current selected kit and replacement pod prices when choosing your setup.
- Battery: 1,350mAh
- Max output: 30W
The Sonder Q2 lists a 1350mAh battery. Compare its capacity and supported features with the other kits; nominal capacity alone does not establish longer runtime than a different device.
UWELL Caliburn A3
The UWELL Caliburn A3 suits those who value portability above everything else. At just 11.7mm thick and 31g, it is one of the slimmest pod kits you can buy. It supports both draw activation and a fire button, with no screen and no wattage adjustments.
- Battery: 520mAh
- Draw type: MTL, draw and fire-button activation
- Weight: 31g
- Thickness: 11.7mm
Caliburn A3 uses its own integrated-coil pod platform, separate from GPP. Check the exact selected pod and listed pack quantity when ordering replacements. Its 520mAh battery is a stated capacity, not a guaranteed charging interval. Related: Caliburn A3 review.
UWELL Caliburn G4
The UWELL Caliburn G4 sits at the top of this budget range but packs in features that punch above its price. It runs on UWELL's GPP platform, which means access to four coil resistances (0.4, 0.6, 0.9 and 1.2 ohm) so you can fine-tune your draw from a tight MTL pull to a looser restricted draw.
- Battery: 1,300mAh
- Max output: 35W
- Screen: Colour display
- Airflow: Slide valve + reversible cartridge (dual airflow control)
The dual airflow system, combining a slide valve with a reversible cartridge, offers more control over the draw than most pod kits at this price. The colour screen displays battery life, wattage and coil resistance at a glance. If you want a feature-rich device without crossing into higher price territory, the G4 delivers a lot.
UWELL Caliburn G5 Lite SE
The UWELL Caliburn G5 Lite SE takes a different approach to the G4. It drops the screen and fire button entirely, relying on draw activation and a 35W Smart Mode that adjusts output automatically based on the installed coil.
- Battery: 1,600mAh
- Max output: 35W (Smart Mode)
- Screen: None
- Coils: GPP 0.6 ohm pods, 3ml capacity, side-fill
- Airflow: Slider + reversible cartridge (dual airflow)
- Activation: Draw-activated only
The G5 Lite SE lists 1600mAh, compared with G4’s 1300mAh. Those nominal figures do not establish a measured runtime advantage between models; power, cartridge, puff duration and frequency affect the result. Compare its automatic-output controls and GPP compatibility with the features you want. Compare the G5 Lite SE review.
SMOK Novo 5
The SMOK Novo 5 has user-adjustable wattage, as does the Caliburn G4 in this lineup. The built-in screen lets you dial output between 5W and 30W, giving you hands-on control over vapour warmth and intensity.
- Battery: 900mAh
- Output range: 5 to 30W (adjustable)
- Screen: Yes
The 900mAh battery is the smallest among devices listed here, so heavy vapers will likely need to charge during the day. The coil is sealed inside the pod, which simplifies maintenance: when flavour drops off, you swap the whole pod rather than fiddling with a separate coil. For a full rundown, check the Novo 5 review.
Your first-order and running-cost checklist
- First order: device kit + compatible liquid + any required separately supplied components.
- Replacement purchases: choose the correct pod or coil family and compare price per supplied pack, not an assumed single piece.
- Running costs: use actual bottle and replacement consumption over the same time window.
- Delivery: check the delivery policy for your address and basket.
Read the current selected prices in the product listings. A lower hardware price does not necessarily mean a lower complete first-order cost or long-term cost.
Quick Comparison
Here is how the five refillable devices stack up side by side:
- Sonder Q2: | 1,350mAh | 30W | no screen
- Caliburn A3: | 520mAh | MTL | draw and fire-button activation | 31g
- Caliburn G4: | 1,300mAh | 35W | colour screen | GPP pods
- G5 Lite SE: | 1,600mAh | 35W Smart Mode | draw-activated | GPP pods
- Novo 5: | 900mAh | 5 to 30W adjustable | screen | sealed-coil pods
Each device fills a slightly different role. The Sonder Q2 wins on price. The A3 wins on portability. The G4 offers the most features for its price. The G5 Lite SE has the biggest battery of the group. The Novo 5 has manual wattage control. None of them is the wrong choice, so pick the one that matches how you vape.
The Caliburn G4 and G5 Lite SE both use GPP pods, which means they share the same coil ecosystem. If you start with one and later want to try the other, your pod stock carries over. The Sonder Q2, Caliburn A3 and Novo 5 each use their own pod systems, so replacement pods are not interchangeable between them.
New to Vaping?
If this is your first device, our guide on how to vape for the first time walks you through setup, filling, priming, and your first inhale.
How to Order
All devices listed above are available on vapesoko.co.ke. Payment is accepted via M-Pesa and cash on delivery. Vapesoko is an online-only retailer.
Delivery within Nairobi typically takes 15 to 90 minutes. Major towns including Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret and Naivasha receive orders by the next business day. The rest of Kenya is covered within 1 to 2 business days. Orders meeting the current Nairobi free-delivery threshold within Nairobi qualify for free delivery.
You must be 18 or older to purchase. Age is verified before dispatch, and our riders may ask for identification upon delivery.
Last updated: October 2026