How to Find the Right Replacement Pods for Your Vape

Replacement pods are strictly device-specific. Unlike standard 510-thread vape tanks, pods are proprietary shapes designed to click only into the exact battery device they were manufactured for. An Elf Bar ELFA pod will not fit a SKE Crystal device, and a Caliburn A2 pod will not fit a Caliburn G2 device.

Step 1: Identify Your Exact Device Model

The most common mistake vapers make is buying pods for the right brand, but the wrong model generation. For example, the Uwell Caliburn series has over 10 different models (A2, A3, G, G2, X, Explorer), and almost none of their pods are interchangeable.

To find your exact model name:

• Look closely at the metal body of the battery — the specific model number is usually etched faintly near the bottom or side.
• Check the original cardboard box or instruction manual if you still have them.
• Compare your device visually to listings on our Pod Kits page.

Step 2: Built-in Coil vs Replaceable Coil Pods

When buying replacement pods, you need to know which type of system you have:

1. Closed/Built-in Coil Pods: The coil is permanently sealed inside the plastic pod. When the coil burns out, you throw the entire plastic pod away and buy a complete replacement. (Example: Vaporesso XROS pods).
2. Empty/Replaceable Coil Pods: The plastic pod is just an empty shell. You push a separate metal coil into the bottom. When it burns out, you keep the plastic pod and only buy the replacement metal coils. (Example: Smok Nord empty pods).

If you have an empty pod system, do not buy "empty pods" thinking they will make your vape work — you need to buy replacement coils.

Step 3: Choose Your Resistance (Ohms)

Once you find the correct pod listing for your device, you often have to choose a resistance (e.g., 0.6 Ω, 0.8 Ω, or 1.2 Ω). The number dictates how the pod will perform:

• 0.6 Ω or 0.8 Ω: Produces a warmer vape, looser airflow, and more vapour. Drains battery faster.
• 1.0 Ω or 1.2 Ω: Produces a cooler vape, tighter airflow (like a cigarette), and less vapour. Saves battery.

If you aren't sure which one you used last, check the bottom or side of your old pod — the Ohm (Ω) rating is almost always etched into the plastic or printed on the metal base. For a deeper explanation on this, see our guide: What Does Ohm Mean on a Vape Coil?.

Top-Fill vs Side-Fill Pods

Manufacturers sometimes update their pod designs mid-cycle. For example, Vaporesso XROS pods are available in both top-fill (snap the black mouthpiece off) and side-fill (open a rubber plug on the side). If your device is an XROS, both will physically fit the battery, but top-fill is generally considered more leak-resistant. If you are experiencing leaking with side-fill pods, read our Leaking Troubleshooting Guide.