Aspire has been building vapes since 2013, and if you've ever used a mouth-to-lung kit, you've probably used its DNA — the Nautilus tank and BVC coils basically wrote the rulebook for MTL vaping. This guide ranks the 10 best Aspire vape kits you can buy in the UK right now, across beginner, intermediate and advanced, with honest specs, the exact pods and coils each one takes, the e-liquids that suit it, real prices and honest owner feedback. Short on time? The Aspire Gotek X at £9.99 is the best value starter; the Zelos 3 is the best MTL tank kit.
Every kit here is one our product experts hands-on tested before it went live on VapeOnlineStore — and we keep watching each device in the field for its first months, pulling anything that shows reliability problems. So this is what survived that process, not a spec-sheet round-up.
- Best overall value: Aspire Gotek X — £9.99, refillable, disposable-simple.
- Best MTL tank kit: Aspire Zelos 3 — 80W, Nautilus 3 tank, the classic MTL flavour.
- Best all-styles pod-mod: Aspire Veynom Air — 2800mAh, 80W, MTL to DTL, only £24.99 (rivals sell it near £38).
- Heritage pick: Aspire AIO PockeX — the classic all-in-one pen.
- Aspire's superpower: huge coil/pod availability — Nautilus, BP, AF, TSX, Gotek and Flexus parts are everywhere.
Best Aspire vape kit for every type of vaper (quick answer)
| Best for | Kit | Level | VOS price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best value refillable pod | Aspire Gotek X | Beginner | £9.99 |
| Best classic AIO pen | Aspire AIO PockeX | Beginner | £16.99 |
| Best modern pod (3 fire modes) | Aspire Cyber X | Intermediate | £16.99 |
| Best ultra-compact pod | Aspire Minican 3 Pro | Beginner | £11.99 |
| Best fast-charge beginner pod | Aspire Flexus Q | Beginner | £16.99 |
| Best all-styles pod-mod | Aspire Veynom Air | Intermediate | £24.99 |
| Best step-up pod | Aspire Gotek Pro | Intermediate | £15.99 |
| Best MTL tank kit | Aspire Zelos 3 | Advanced | £37.99 |
| Best 18650 box mod kit | Aspire Zelos X | Advanced | £39.99 |
| Best sub-ohm tank kit | Aspire Rover Plus | Advanced | £37.99 |
Every kit below is in stock at Vape Online Store and priced in £. Prices were correct at the last update. All pods and tanks are the UK 2ml TPD-compliant versions.
Why trust Aspire — and this guide
Aspire was founded in 2013 in Shenzhen by Shenzhen Eigate Technology, a company started by former smokers. In 2014 it launched the Nautilus — the tank that set the standard for mouth-to-lung vaping with adjustable airflow, top-fill and the now-legendary BVC (bottom vertical coil) system. A decade on, that heritage is Aspire's real edge: its coils and pods are reliable, widely stocked and cheap to replace, which is exactly what an ex-smoker wants long-term. It's honest to say Aspire isn't always the flashiest brand in 2026 — newer pods from OXVA and Vaporesso can edge it on leak-proofing and screens — but for dependable MTL flavour and parts you can always find, it's hard to beat. Our rankings are based on our own testing plus real customer feedback and return rates, and we flag every known weakness rather than hide it.
1. Aspire Gotek X — best value refillable pod
The Aspire Gotek X is the disposable-killer most of our ex-disposable customers land on. It's draw-activated (no buttons), with a 650mAh battery, a 2ml refillable Gotek X pod and adjustable airflow for a tight MTL draw.
Specs: 650mAh battery · draw-activated (no modes) · adjustable airflow · USB-C. Pods & coils: Aspire Gotek X pods (0.8Ω integrated mesh) — see Aspire pods. Best e-liquids: 50/50 or a 20mg nic salt — Bar Juice 5000, Hayati, Elfliq or IVG salts work brilliantly.
Pros: cheapest way off disposables, dead simple, great MTL flavour. Who it's not for: heavy all-day vapers — the 650mAh battery needs a daily charge, and Reddit owners note pods can gurgle if overfilled (fill slowly, don't top past the line). £9.99.
2. Aspire AIO PockeX — best classic all-in-one pen
A genuine classic. The Aspire PockeX is an all-in-one pen with a 1500mAh battery, a 2ml top-fill tank and a screw-in 0.6Ω U-Tech coil that runs warm at 18–23W for a slightly airier MTL/RDL draw.
Specs: 1500mAh battery · single button fire · 0.6Ω coil (18–23W) · top-fill 2ml. Pods & coils: Aspire PockeX U-Tech coils (0.6Ω / 1.2Ω) — browse Aspire coils. Best e-liquids: a 50/50 or 60/40 at 6–12mg suits the warmer 0.6Ω coil better than a high-strength salt.
Pros: proven, big battery for a pen, warm flavourful draw. Who it's not for: anyone wanting the latest tech — it's a legacy design, and owners have long reported occasional flooding/spitting if the coil isn't primed. Prime it fully and it behaves. £16.99.
3. Aspire Cyber X — best modern pod with three fire modes
The Aspire Cyber X has a retro-futuristic look and a genuinely useful trick: three firing modes (button, auto-draw, or both). A 1000mAh battery, 2ml TSX pods and adjustable airflow make it a flexible everyday pod.
Specs: 1000mAh battery · button / auto / dual fire · adjustable airflow · USB-C. Pods & coils: Aspire Cyber TSX pods (0.8Ω & 1.0Ω), shared with the Cyber S — see Aspire pods. Best e-liquids: 20mg nic salt for the 0.8Ω pod; drop to 50/50 10mg on the 1.0Ω. Bar Juice 5000, Elfliq and IVG salts pair well.
Pros: three-way firing, striking design, good MTL flavour. Who it's not for: people who hate replacing pods often — Reddit owners report the pods can burn out quickly if run hot, so keep it in range and prime new pods. £16.99.
4. Aspire Minican 3 Pro — best ultra-compact pod
Tiny but clever. The Aspire Minican 3 Pro squeezes a 0.69" OLED screen and 5–20W adjustable power into a pocket-sized body, with a replaceable 0.8Ω mesh coil and 5V/1A charging that hits 100% in about 50 minutes.
Specs: 900mAh battery · 5–20W adjustable · 0.69" OLED · USB-C. Pods & coils: Aspire Minican 3 replaceable coils/pods (0.8Ω mesh) — Aspire coils. Best e-liquids: 20mg nic salt or a 50/50 — the 0.8Ω mesh loves a sweeter salt. Hayati and Bar Juice 5000 are customer favourites.
Pros: genuinely pocketable, a screen and wattage control at this size, quick charge. Who it's not for: big all-day vapers — small battery. A very well-liked commuter pod. £11.99.
5. Aspire Flexus Q — best fast-charge beginner pod
The Aspire Flexus Q is a slim auto-draw pod famous for one thing: it charges to 80% in about 10 minutes. A 700mAh battery, side-fill 2ml pods and two coil options make it a fuss-free first kit.
Specs: 700mAh battery · auto-draw · adjustable airflow · fast USB-C charging. Pods & coils: Aspire Flexus Q pods (0.6Ω 15–18W / 1.0Ω 12–15W) — Aspire pods. Best e-liquids: 20mg salt on the 1.0Ω for a tight cig-like draw; 10mg 50/50 on the 0.6Ω for more warmth.
Pros: superb fast charging, slim, reliable, cheap to run. Who it's not for: heavy vapers — the 700mAh battery is small (the fast charge offsets it). Well rated in the Flexus range. £16.99.
6. Aspire Veynom Air — best all-styles pod-mod
The value star of this list. The Aspire Veynom Air packs a huge 2800mAh battery and 5–80W into a compact pod-mod, with a 0.54" OLED screen and Aspire's excellent BP coils — so it does everything from tight MTL to full DTL clouds. At £24.99 it undercuts most UK shops (many list it near £38).
Specs: 2800mAh battery · 5–80W · MTL / RDTL / DTL · 0.54" OLED · USB-C 2A. Pods & coils: Aspire BP coils — 0.8Ω for MTL/salts, 0.4Ω for DTL clouds — Aspire coils. Best e-liquids: 20mg salt or 50/50 on the 0.8Ω; a 70/30 high-VG shortfill at 3–6mg on the 0.4Ω. Browse all e-liquid.
Pros: massive battery, all three vaping styles, brilliant price. Who it's not for: total beginners — the 80W and coil choice suit an intermediate. Owners note it can leak if you don't close the airflow before refilling, so shut it, fill, then open. £24.99.
7. Aspire Gotek Pro — best step-up pod
The grown-up Gotek. The Aspire Gotek Pro keeps the simple draw-activated formula but adds a 1500mAh battery and a metal body — a big upgrade over the Gotek X for anyone who vapes all day.
Specs: 1500mAh battery · draw-activated · metal chassis · USB-C. Pods & coils: Aspire Gotek Pro pods (integrated mesh) — Aspire pods. Best e-liquids: a 20mg nic salt is the sweet spot — Elfliq, Bar Juice 5000, Hayati or SKE Crystal salts.
Pros: much better battery than the X, premium metal feel, still dead simple. Who it's not for: anyone wanting wattage control — it's fixed-output by design. Reddit owners mention occasional gurgle after refills, cured by careful filling and priming. £15.99.
8. Aspire Zelos 3 — best MTL tank kit
The connoisseur's MTL kit. The Aspire Zelos 3 pairs a light 3200mAh box mod (up to 80W, full colour screen) with the Nautilus 3 tank — the latest in Aspire's legendary MTL line, taking the whole Nautilus coil range.
Specs: 3200mAh internal battery · 1–80W · WATT / VV / BYPASS / TC modes · 0.96" colour screen · USB-C 2A. Coils: Nautilus 3 tank runs all Aspire Nautilus coils — 1.8Ω (10–14W) for tight MTL, 0.7Ω (20–25W) for RDL — Aspire coils. Best e-liquids: 20mg salt or 50/50 on the 1.8Ω; a 60/40 or high-VG at 3–6mg on the 0.7Ω RDL coil.
Pros: superb Nautilus flavour, big battery, huge coil choice, MTL to RDL. Who it's not for: people who just want fill-and-puff simplicity — a tank kit needs coil changes. Owners note the tank threading is tight; take care disassembling to clean. £37.99.
9. Aspire Zelos X — best 18650 box mod kit
The Zelos for people who like swappable batteries. The Aspire Zelos X runs an external 18650 (carry a spare and never wait to charge), up to 80W, paired with a Nautilus tank and the same trusted coil ecosystem.
Specs: external 18650 battery · 1–80W · VV / Bypass / TC · 0.96" colour screen · USB-C. Coils: Nautilus tank — compatible with Nautilus, Nautilus 2/2S and Triton mini coils — Aspire coils. Best e-liquids: 20mg salt or 50/50 for MTL coils; high-VG 3–6mg if you drop to a lower-ohm RDL coil.
Pros: swappable 18650 = endless runtime, proven Nautilus coils, tactile mod feel. Who it's not for: beginners who don't want to buy/charge separate batteries (18650 + charger sold separately). Well regarded by enthusiasts. £39.99.
10. Aspire Rover Plus — best sub-ohm tank kit
The rugged all-rounder. The Aspire Rover Plus is a tough 2600mAh mod (5–40W, colour screen) topped with the AF tank and Aspire's AF mesh coils — a versatile MTL-to-RDL setup that lasts up to two days per charge.
Specs: 2600mAh battery · 5–40W · WATT / VV / BYPASS / CPS / TC · 0.96" TFT screen · USB-C 2A. Coils: Aspire AF mesh coils — 1.0Ω (12–15W), 0.6Ω (15–18W), 0.4Ω (20–28W) — Aspire coils. Best e-liquids: 50/50 or salt on the 1.0Ω; 60/40–70/30 at 3–6mg on the 0.4Ω for looser, warmer clouds.
Pros: rugged, two-day battery, versatile AF coils, easy top-fill. Who it's not for: pocket-minimalists — it's a chunkier tank kit. Owners rate it well; prime the mesh coils fully to avoid early burn. £37.99.
Aspire vape kits compared: specs & price
| Kit | Battery | Max power | Modes | Pod / coil | Style | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gotek X | 650mAh | Draw-activated | Auto | Gotek X pod 0.8Ω | MTL | £9.99 |
| AIO PockeX | 1500mAh | 0.6Ω @ 18–23W | Button | PockeX U-Tech coil | MTL/RDL | £16.99 |
| Cyber X | 1000mAh | Auto/button | 3 fire modes | Cyber TSX pod | MTL | £16.99 |
| Minican 3 Pro | 900mAh | 5–20W | VW | Minican 3 0.8Ω | MTL | £11.99 |
| Flexus Q | 700mAh | Auto | Auto | Flexus Q pod 0.6/1.0Ω | MTL/RDL | £16.99 |
| Veynom Air | 2800mAh | 5–80W | VW | BP coil 0.4/0.8Ω | MTL/RDTL/DTL | £24.99 |
| Gotek Pro | 1500mAh | Draw-activated | Auto | Gotek Pro pod | MTL | £15.99 |
| Zelos 3 | 3200mAh | 1–80W | VW/VV/BYPASS/TC | Nautilus coils | MTL/RDL | £37.99 |
| Zelos X | 18650 (ext.) | 1–80W | VV/Bypass/TC | Nautilus coils | MTL/RDL | £39.99 |
| Rover Plus | 2600mAh | 5–40W | VW/VV/BYPASS/CPS/TC | AF mesh coils | MTL/RDL | £37.99 |
Which Aspire coil or pod fits which kit?
Aspire runs several separate coil and pod families — and they don't cross over. This is the master map. Buy the wrong pack and it won't fit.
| Coil / pod system | Fits these kits | Resistances |
|---|---|---|
| Gotek X pods | Gotek X | 0.8Ω |
| Gotek Pro pods | Gotek Pro | Integrated mesh |
| Cyber TSX pods | Cyber X, Cyber S | 0.8Ω, 1.0Ω |
| Minican 3 coils/pods | Minican 3, Minican 3 Pro | 0.8Ω mesh |
| Flexus Q pods | Flexus Q | 0.6Ω, 1.0Ω |
| BP coils | Veynom Air, BP Stik, BP80 | 0.4Ω, 0.8Ω |
| Nautilus coils | Zelos 3, Zelos X (Nautilus tanks) | 0.7Ω–1.8Ω |
| AF mesh coils | Rover Plus (AF tank) | 0.4Ω, 0.6Ω, 1.0Ω |
| PockeX U-Tech coils | AIO PockeX | 0.6Ω, 1.2Ω |
Stock up on the right ones in our Aspire coils and Aspire replacement pods ranges — far cheaper per puff than a new kit.
What e-liquid should you use in each Aspire kit?
Match the liquid to the coil, not the device. Higher-resistance MTL coils (0.8Ω+) want a 50/50 or a 10–20mg nic salt; lower-resistance sub-ohm coils (0.4Ω and below) want a high-VG shortfill at 3–6mg.
| Kit / coil | Liquid type | Strength | VOS brands to try |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gotek X, Gotek Pro, Cyber X, Minican 3 Pro, Flexus Q | 50/50 or nic salt | 10–20mg | Bar Juice 5000, Hayati, Elfliq, IVG Salt, SKE Crystal |
| PockeX (0.6Ω), Zelos/Rover MTL coils | 50/50 or 60/40 | 6–12mg | Bar Juice 5000, IVG, Doozy 50/50 |
| Veynom Air (0.4Ω), Rover Plus (0.4Ω), Zelos (0.3–0.7Ω) | High-VG shortfill (70/30) | 0–6mg | IVG shortfills, Doozy, Nasty Juice |
New to strengths and ratios? Our guide to the 10 best 10ml nic salts in the UK covers the best flavours, or browse all e-liquid.
MTL vs DTL: which Aspire do you need?
Most Aspire kits are MTL (mouth-to-lung) — the tight, cigarette-like draw ex-smokers want. Only the Veynom Air, Rover Plus and the Zelos kits (with a low-ohm coil) do proper DTL clouds. Quick rule:
Which Aspire vape suits you? Beginner, intermediate or advanced
Match yourself to the row below — it's the fastest way to the right kit.
Common Aspire problems and quick fixes
Aspire kits are reliable, but a few issues come up again and again across the Reddit and forum threads — almost all are simple usage fixes.
Leaking or flooding (PockeX, Gotek, AF/Rover tank)
Don't overfill, and on the Veynom Air/Rover close the airflow before you fill. Prime a new coil, seat the pod/tank squarely, check the O-rings, and store it upright. For sub-ohm coils, a thicker 70/30 liquid wicks better than thin 50/50.
Burnt taste (Cyber X, Veynom Air, Rover Plus)
Prime the coil — drip a few drops onto the wick holes and let it stand 10–15 minutes before the first puff. Stay in the coil's wattage range and avoid chain-vaping. Verify the coil is genuine using the scratch-code on aspirecig.com — fakes burn fast.
Auto-fire or sensor issues (Gotek X, Cyber X, Flexus Q)
Usually e-liquid in the airflow sensor. Blow firmly through the airflow into a tissue, wipe the pod contacts with a cotton bud and a little isopropyl alcohol, and reseat. Don't overfill (the cause of most auto-draw problems).
Not charging / red light (Flexus Q, Zelos 3, Minican 3 Pro)
Use a proper 1A/2A plug, not a PC port, and try a different USB-C cable. Clean the charge port gently with a dry cocktail stick. On the Zelos X, just swap in a fresh charged 18650.
Blinking / no vapour (Cyber X, Minican 3 Pro, PockeX)
Make sure the coil is screwed in (PockeX) or the pod is fully clicked in, wipe moisture off the contacts, and check for a short (rapid flashing). If there's still nothing, try our vape not hitting fixes.
Frequently asked questions about Aspire vape kits
Is Aspire a good vape brand?
Yes. Aspire has built vapes since 2013 and effectively defined MTL vaping with the Nautilus tank and BVC coils. It's known for reliable devices, excellent mouth-to-lung flavour and — crucially — coils and pods you can always find and afford. It's a top choice for ex-smokers.
Which Aspire vape kit is the best?
For value the Gotek X (£9.99) is unbeatable; for the best MTL flavour the Zelos 3 with its Nautilus 3 tank; and the Veynom Air (£24.99) is the best all-rounder, doing MTL through to DTL. Beginners should start with the Gotek X, Flexus Q or Minican 3 Pro.
What is the best Aspire vape for beginners?
The Gotek X and Flexus Q are the easiest — auto-draw, refillable, no settings. The Minican 3 Pro adds a screen and wattage control while staying tiny. All three pair best with a 20mg nic salt and cost far less to run than disposables.
Are Aspire vape kits refillable?
Yes — every kit here is refillable. You fill the pod or tank with your own e-liquid and replace the pod or coil when the flavour fades. That makes them fully UK-legal after the disposable ban and much cheaper to run.
Do all Aspire coils and pods fit every kit?
No. Aspire uses several separate systems — Gotek, Cyber TSX, Flexus, BP, Nautilus, AF and PockeX — and they aren't interchangeable. Check the compatibility table above before buying replacements.
Why does my Aspire pod taste burnt or leak?
Almost always priming or overfilling. Soak a new coil 10–15 minutes before vaping, stay in the coil's wattage range, don't chain-vape, and fill slowly without flooding the central airflow. Genuine coils (check the scratch-code) also last far longer than fakes.
What size are Aspire pods in the UK?
All Aspire pods and tanks sold in the UK are 2ml, to meet TPD rules — even where Aspire's global site lists 4.5ml or 5ml versions. Refills (pods, coils and e-liquid bottles) are sold separately, which is exactly what keeps them legal and cheap to run.
Aspire vs Innokin vs OXVA — which should I buy?
All three are top MTL brands. Aspire wins on the Nautilus tank and coil availability; Innokin on classic pens and the Zenith tank; OXVA on slim, modern pods. Compare with our 10 best Innokin vape kits and 10 best OXVA vape kits guides.
Are Aspire kits cheaper to run than disposables?
Far cheaper. A kit plus coils and a bottle of e-liquid costs a fraction of buying disposables week after week, and you keep the device — the single biggest saving most vapers make switching over.
The bottom line
If you want one Aspire kit and don't want to overthink it, the Gotek X at £9.99 is the value pick, the Zelos 3 is the best MTL flavour, and the Veynom Air is the best all-rounder for the money. Whatever your style, there's an Aspire here for it — see the full range on our Aspire vape kits page. For adult smokers and vapers aged 18+ only.
Written by Daniel Bui · Reviewed by Raghu Maroju, Vape Online Store · Hands-on tested by the VOS team · Last updated 30 June 2026 · 15 min read
