It’s time to upgrade! As New Zealand enacts new vape laws in 2025, the vaping industry is undergoing a significant transformation. The shift is steering vapers away from disposable devices and towards sustainable, prefilled and refillable pod systems. Fortunately, popular brands like alt., Bud, and solo are rising to the occasion with pod-based alternatives. At VAPO, we’re making things easy for you with a ‘ticket to transition’ with all the information you need to smoothly transition from disposables to pods. Read on to find out why transitioning to pod vapes is a smart move and how to find your favourite disposable vapes pod vape counterpart.
The New Era of NZ Vape Laws 2025
The updated regulations aim to combat the rise in youth vaping and promote less environmental waste. With a ban on disposable vapes coming into effect on June 17th, now’s the time to start transitioning to pod systems so that you comply with the new laws.
Why Make the Switch from Disposable to Pod Vapes?
Switching from disposable to pod vapes comes with numerous advantages:
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Sustainability: Pod systems are designed to be reused and recharged, reducing waste compared to single-use disposables.
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Cost Savings: Although initial costs might be higher, the long-term savings are substantial as you avoid repeatedly purchasing disposable units.
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Enhanced Vaping Experience: Choose from prefilled pod systems for simplicity or refillable pod systems for more customisation.
Luckily for those who use alt., Bud and solo disposable vapes, all your favourite vape flavours are available in pod vapes, too!
Transitioning from alt. Disposables to alt. Pods
If you’re currently using alt. Nu disposable vapes, including alt. Nu 7, switching to alt. Pods is easy with alt. Nu flavours also available in pod vapes.
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Bigger flavour range: alt. Pods feature 31 intense vape flavours! In addition to alt. Nu flavours, alt. Pods have 12 other flavours not available in disposables, including Peppermint, Menthol Spearmint and more.
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Latest technology: alt. Pods feature world-leading FEELM Max ceramic coil technology and the alt. Device Edition 2 has a 3-light system that displays battery level, so you always know how much charge your device has.
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Nicotine variety: With 3 options, from 0mg/mL, 20mg/mL and 28.5mg/mL, alt. Pods offer more nicotine strengths than disposable vapes.
Transitioning from Bud Disposable to Bud Pods
For users who favour Bud disposable vapes, the transition to Bud Pods brings wallet-friendly prices and the choice to go nicotine-free.
Key Advantages:
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More Bud for your buck: Each Bud Pod pack contains two pods, with 8000 puffs per pack, compared to Bud Disposables with 5000 puffs per device. Plus, Bud Pod packs cost the same as Bud Disposables, meaning you get an extra 3000 puffs for the same price!
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Nicotine variety: Bud Pods offer multiple nicotine strengths compared to disposables, with the choice between 28.5mg/mL, 10mg/mL, and a nicotine-free option of 0mg/mL.
Transitioning from solo Disposable to solo Pods
solo disposable users can now upgrade to solo Pods for a smoother, more efficient vaping experience.
Or, treat your tastebuds to a new experience with solo MAX, the supercharged pod vape with 7000 puffs of extreme flavour and supreme vapour.
Key Advantages:
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Long-lasting vaping: Now you can enjoy every last drop of your favourite solo flavours without running out of battery. Easily recharge your device and take full advantage of the prefilled pods.
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More solo, more vapour: When you buy solo Pods, you’ll enjoy more e-liquid with two pods per pack compared to a single disposable.
- Go solo or max out your puff count: Easily transition from solo disposables to solo Pods, or try something new with the solo MAX Pod Vape. With 19 flavour formulations not available in solo disposables and 7000 puffs per pod, solo MAX combines the simplicity of disposables with the endurance of pods to push the limits of vaping.
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Embrace a Pod Perfect Future
The new NZ vape laws in 2025 are paving the way for a better, more sustainable future in vaping. Transitioning from disposable devices to pod systems—whether it’s alt. Pods, Bud Pods, or solo Pods—ensures you’re not only meeting regulatory standards but also investing in a superior vaping experience. Each brand’s pod alternative is designed with innovation, sustainability, and user satisfaction in mind.
Make the switch today and elevate your vaping experience. Explore your favourite brand’s pod options and enjoy the upgrade that comes with transitioning to pod systems in 2025.
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