Innokin Foretex Pod Kit

Overview

The Innokin Foretex Pod Kit by Innokin across 6 flavours at 0mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Innokin Foretex Pod Kit Lavender Purple overview

The Innokin Foretex Pod Kit in Lavender Purple is a refillable, rechargeable pod system from Innokin, a Shenzhen-based manufacturer that has been making vaping hardware since 2011 and is familiar to UK vapers through its Endura, Podin and Go ranges. The Foretex belongs to the everyday pod-kit category: a compact battery body, a clip-in pod that you fill yourself, and a simple routine of fill, charge, vape and replace the pod when the coil wears out. It is built for people who want a tidy pocket device without giving up control over which e-liquid goes into it.

This page is written for UK buyers, so it follows UK rules and habits. Because the Foretex is refillable, you choose your own e-liquid. In the UK, nicotine e-liquid is capped at 20mg/ml (2%) and sold in bottles of no more than 10ml, while refillable pods and tanks are limited to 2ml. That 20mg ceiling applied to the old single-use vapes too, and since 1 June 2025 those disposables can no longer be sold in Great Britain, which has pushed many former disposable users towards reusable kits like this one.

Here is a quick summary of what to expect from the kit. Where a figure depends on the production batch, we say so rather than guess, and the specification printed on your box and on the product listing always takes priority over the general descriptions on this page.

• Type: refillable pod kit with a built-in rechargeable lithium battery
• Pod capacity: 2ml, the legal maximum for refillable pods sold in the UK
• Coil: replaceable mesh-style coil pod, with the resistance marked on the pod or pack
• Battery: built-in cell, charged with the supplied cable; kits in this class usually carry between roughly 800mAh and 1,500mAh
• Suited to: mouth-to-lung and restricted direct-to-lung vaping with nicotine salt or low-strength freebase e-liquid
• Colour: Lavender Purple, a soft purple finish; the internals are the same across colourways
• Age restriction: 18+ only, with age verification on order

In the sections below we cover performance, flavour, build, battery, coil technology, nicotine strength, who the kit suits, how to use it, how to fix common faults, value for money, and how it compares with rival pod kits. Nothing here is medical advice. Vaping is intended for adult smokers looking for an alternative, and it is not recommended for non-smokers or anyone under 18.

Performance and puff delivery

Puff counts are a disposable-vape idea, and they do not translate neatly to a refillable kit. What matters on the Foretex is how much e-liquid you put in and how quickly you use it. A 2ml pod filled with nicotine salt will, as a rough guide, give somewhere between 400 and 600 puffs at a moderate pace, because a millilitre of liquid typically supplies 200 to 300 mouth-to-lung draws. Treat that as a working estimate rather than a promise: puff length, coil resistance and the thickness of your liquid all move the figure. A standard 10ml bottle fills a 2ml pod about five times, which is roughly 2,000 to 3,000 puffs per bottle before you need another.

The Foretex is designed around a restricted draw. That means tighter airflow than a sub-ohm tank, a pull that feels closer to a cigarette, and vapour that stays modest in volume. If you are used to a disposable, the draw should feel familiar: firm, controlled and quiet. If you are coming from a big sub-ohm device, expect less cloud and a noticeably smaller mouthful of vapour.

Several things shape what you actually get in daily use.

• Warm-up: mesh coils heat across a wide surface, so they tend to reach vaporising temperature within a fraction of a second. You should not need to hold the pull before vapour arrives.
• Consistency: pod kits normally regulate their output, so the vapour should feel steady from a full battery until the low-battery warning, rather than fading gradually. A change in strength mid-session is usually a sign of a dry coil or a low liquid level, not a battery fault.
• Draw length: slow draws of two to four seconds give a good balance of warmth and flavour. Short sharp pulls leave flavour on the table, and very long ones can heat the coil faster than the wick refills.
• Liquid choice: a 50VG/50PG blend wicks quickly and suits this kind of pod. Very thick, high-VG liquids can wick slowly through a small coil and cause dry-tasting puffs.
• Nicotine strength: stronger salts deliver more throat hit and satisfaction per puff, so you may take fewer puffs than you would with a low-strength freebase.

In short, the Foretex should behave like a tidy, reasonably efficient pod kit: low fuss, friendly to mouth-to-lung vapers and quick to respond. If you want sub-ohm clouds or adjustable wattage, this is not that type of device, and we say so plainly in the section on who the kit suits.

Flavour profile and e-liquid pairing

The kit does not have a flavour of its own. Flavour comes entirely from the e-liquid you choose and how well the coil handles it. What the Foretex hardware influences is clarity, warmth and consistency. Mesh coils generally give a clean, slightly cooler vapour with good flavour definition, which suits fruit, menthol and crisp tobacco profiles in particular. Dessert and custard liquids work too, but they tend to carry more sweetener, and sweeteners are the main thing that darkens and clogs a coil over time.

As a starting point, here are pairings that usually work well in a small restricted-draw pod.

• Fruit and ice: berry, watermelon, mango and similar blends keep their brightness through a mesh coil. Menthol additions come across crisp rather than harsh at moderate nicotine strengths.
• Tobacco: light and medium tobacco liquids suit ex-smokers who want a familiar note. Heavily sweetened tobacco blends gunk up coils faster.
• Menthol and mint: a very popular choice for mouth-to-lung pod users. Strong menthol can feel sharp alongside high nicotine, so consider stepping the strength down if it catches your throat.
• Dessert and bakery: richer and sweeter. Expect to change the pod a little sooner, and look for a 50/50 balance to keep wicking healthy.
• Drinks and sours: cola, lemonade and sour candy styles are lively on the first few puffs and keep their character well.

Look at the VG/PG split on the bottle. A 50VG/50PG mix, or a nicotine salt in the same ratio, is the safest choice. Higher-PG liquids carry more throat hit and flavour intensity and wick easily. Higher-VG liquids give a smoother, thicker vapour but can slow the wick. Thick 70VG or 80VG liquids made for sub-ohm tanks are a poor fit here.

To change flavour cleanly, the simplest route is to run the pod down, empty it and fit a fresh pod when the old one has already seen a few weeks of use. If you choose to rinse the pod body with cool water, keep the coil and electrical contacts as dry as you can and let everything dry fully before refilling. Even with careful cleaning, ghosting of the previous flavour is normal for the first few puffs, and strong menthol lingers the longest. Many users dedicate one pod to menthol and another to everything else. Because the Foretex is refillable, you are not tied to a handful of manufacturer flavours, and that flexibility is a real advantage over disposables for anyone who gets bored of the same taste.

Design and build quality

The Lavender Purple colourway is a soft, muted purple that reads as lilac in many lights. It is a considered change from the black, silver and bright-fruit finishes that dominate the pod-kit shelf, and it makes the device easy to spot on a desk or at the bottom of a bag. Screens and photographs vary, so treat the listing photos as a guide to tone rather than an exact match. The colour is purely cosmetic: the battery, circuitry and pod are the same in every Foretex colourway.

Pod kits in this class are built to be carried, and the Foretex follows the usual formula of a slim, rounded body that sits comfortably in a pocket or the palm. On build quality, here is what is worth checking when yours arrives.

• Pod fit: the pod should slot into the battery section with a firm, even seat and no wobble. A pod that sits loose can cause intermittent firing or leaks.
• Seams and finish: look for clean seams, even colour and no sharp edges around the mouthpiece. Cosmetic marks from transit are worth reporting straight away.
• Mouthpiece: a rounded mouthpiece is comfortable for long sessions and easy to keep clean. Wipe it with a dry tissue after use.
• Liquid visibility: check that you can see the liquid level in the pod, because refilling before the wick runs dry is a good habit for protecting the coil.
• Charging port: the port should accept the cable smoothly and sit flush. Keep it free from pocket lint.

Innokin has a long record of making pod hardware, and devices from established brands tend to be more consistent than anonymous no-name kits. Even so, no plastic and metal pocket device is indestructible. Drops onto hard floors can crack a pod, and heat is the enemy of any lithium battery: do not leave the kit on a car dashboard, in direct summer sun or next to a radiator.

A silicone sleeve or a small carry case protects the finish, especially a soft colour like Lavender Purple that will show scuffs more readily than black. Wipe the metal contacts between pod and body with a dry cotton bud about once a month to keep firing reliable, and keep the kit away from loose change and keys in your pocket, which can scratch the paint and, in rare cases, bridge the contacts. Treat it like any small piece of electronics and it should stay looking tidy for a long time.

Battery life and charging

The Foretex has a built-in rechargeable lithium battery, so there is nothing to swap and no loose cells to carry. Pod kits in this size class generally use cells somewhere between roughly 800mAh and 1,500mAh, and the exact rating is printed on the box and the product listing. The figure matters less than the real-world result: for a light to moderate vaper using a 2ml pod, a full charge usually lasts around a day, while heavier users who refill a couple of times a day will probably want to top up each evening.

Charging is done with the supplied cable. Modern pod kits charge over USB-C, and you should confirm the port type on your box before reaching for a spare cable from a drawer. A few simple rules make charging safe and keep the cell healthy.

• Use a sensible charger: a standard phone-style wall plug rated at 5V and 1A to 2A is fine, as is a laptop USB port. Avoid cheap unbranded chargers and damaged cables.
• Expect roughly one to two hours: small cells recharge quickly, and an indicator light normally shows the charging and full states. Check the leaflet for the colour code.
• Stay nearby: do not leave any charging device under a pillow, on a sofa or on a bed. Charge on a hard, non-flammable surface where you can see it.
• Do not vape while charging unless the manual explicitly allows it, because pass-through use can heat the cell.
• Stop using it if the battery swells, gets unusually hot, smells of chemicals or produces smoke. Move it somewhere safe, away from anything flammable, and contact the retailer.

To get the most from the cell, avoid running it flat again and again, and avoid storing it fully charged in hot places. Lithium cells wear mostly through charge cycles and heat. After a year or two of daily use you may notice shorter run times, which is normal ageing rather than a fault.

When the kit finally reaches the end of its life, do not put it in a household bin or kerbside recycling. Lithium batteries cause fires in refuse lorries and recycling plants. In the UK, retailers that sell vapes are generally required to offer take-back of old devices for recycling, and many councils accept them at household waste recycling centres in the small electricals container. Entering your postcode into a recycling locator such as Recycle Your Electricals will show your nearest drop-off points.

Mesh coil and pod technology

The coil is the heating element that turns e-liquid into vapour, and in a pod kit it sits inside the replaceable pod. The Foretex is built around a mesh-style coil, where a thin perforated metal sheet takes the place of the round wire wrapped around cotton found in older designs. Mesh gives a much larger contact area with the wick, which brings faster and more even heating, fewer hot spots that scorch the cotton, and sharper flavour definition. It is also a forgiving format that copes with a reasonable range of e-liquids.

Here is what that means in practical terms for a UK mouth-to-lung user.

• Resistance: mesh pods for restricted draw typically fall between about 0.6 and 1.2 ohms, with the figure marked on the pod or the pack. Lower resistance generally means warmer vapour and faster liquid use, while higher resistance runs cooler and stretches a fill further.
• Coil life: expect somewhere between one and three weeks from a pod, depending on how often you vape, the sweetness of your liquid and how well you prime. Heavy dessert liquids sit at the shorter end, and lighter fruit and menthol liquids at the longer end.
• Priming: after filling, leave the pod to stand for five to ten minutes so the cotton behind the mesh saturates. Skipping this is the most common cause of burnt first puffs and shortened coil life.
• Wicking holes: the small intake holes at the base of the pod feed liquid to the coil. Keep the liquid level above them, since a pod run almost empty tends to give dry, harsh hits.
• Pod compatibility: use pods made for the Foretex. Pods from other Innokin or third-party ranges may look similar but can differ in connector, coil resistance and electrical contacts, so do not assume cross-compatibility.

Pods are consumables. When the vapour tastes scorched, flavour goes flat even after a fresh fill, the pod gurgles, or you start to get leaks that did not happen before, the coil is finished and the pod should be replaced rather than coaxed along. Keeping a spare pod in a bag or drawer avoids being caught out, and buying them in multi-packs usually works out cheaper per pod.

Old pods should not go in the recycling with food packaging. Some vape retailers and household waste recycling centres will take used pods alongside old devices, so ask at the drop-off point you use whether they accept them.

Choosing a nicotine strength

Choosing the right nicotine strength is one of the biggest factors in whether a pod kit feels satisfying, and getting it wrong in either direction is a common reason people give up on a device. In the UK, e-liquid is capped at 20mg/ml (2%), and that cap applies to every nicotine e-liquid, including the single-use vapes that were legally sold before the June 2025 ban. You cannot buy anything stronger from a UK retailer, so if you need a high-strength option, 20mg nicotine salt is the ceiling.

There are two main types of nicotine to understand.

• Nicotine salt (nic salt): smoother at higher strengths and absorbed quickly, so it suits compact, restricted-draw pod kits like the Foretex. Commonly sold at 10mg and 20mg, and sometimes at intermediate strengths such as 12mg or 18mg.
• Freebase nicotine: the traditional form, usually sold at 3mg, 6mg, 12mg and 18mg. It gets harsh on the throat above about 12mg, so it tends to suit lighter users or those using a more open draw.

As a general guide only, and not as medical advice, many UK vape shops suggest the following starting points for mouth-to-lung devices. Individual response varies, so treat these as a place to begin rather than a rule.

• Around 20 cigarettes a day or more: 18mg to 20mg nic salt.
• 10 to 20 cigarettes a day: 10mg to 20mg nic salt, starting at the lower end if 20mg feels too sharp.
• Fewer than 10 cigarettes a day: 5mg to 10mg nic salt, or 6mg freebase.
• Social smokers or those cutting down: 3mg to 6mg freebase, or nic salt at around 5mg.
• Non-smokers: vaping is not recommended. If you already vape nicotine-free, stay there.

Signs the strength is too high include dizziness, nausea, a racing heart, hiccups and a harsh, coughing throat hit. If you notice them, stop, drink some water and move to a lower strength. Signs it is too low include persistent cravings, taking a puff every few minutes, and a nagging urge to reach for a cigarette. Moving up one step can help. Over time many people reduce their strength gradually, but there is no deadline, and returning to smoking is the outcome to avoid.

One more practical point: a bottle of 10mg salt in the Foretex may feel different from a disposable labelled 10mg, because airflow, power and coil resistance all change how much nicotine you take in per puff. If you are coming from a disposable, start at the same labelled strength and adjust after a day or two. Anyone who is pregnant, has a heart condition, or takes regular medication should speak to a pharmacist or GP before vaping.

Who the Foretex is for

The Foretex is aimed at adults who currently smoke and want a straightforward, refillable alternative, as well as existing vapers who prefer a small device for carrying around. It will make most sense to the following people.

• Smokers switching to vaping: a restricted draw with nicotine salt is the format most similar to a cigarette, which makes the transition less jarring than a sub-ohm device.
• Former disposable users: if you relied on single-use vapes before the 2025 ban, a refillable kit gives a similar pocketable experience with lower running costs and the choice of any flavour.
• Beginners: a pod kit has few settings and few ways to go wrong. You fill, wait, and vape.
• Cost-conscious vapers: after the initial outlay, bottles and pods are cheaper per puff than single-use products ever were.
• People who care about appearance: the Lavender Purple finish is a softer alternative to the black and grey devices that dominate the category.

It is not the right choice for everyone, and it is better to say so than to oversell it.

• Cloud chasers: if you want big vapour, you need a sub-ohm tank and a higher-power mod, not a restricted pod.
• Tinkerers: pod kits are fixed-output systems. If you want variable wattage, temperature control or rebuildable coils, look at box mods and tanks.
• Very heavy vapers: a 2ml pod and a small battery will need refilling and charging frequently if you vape constantly through the day.
• People who dislike refilling: if the idea of handling a bottle puts you off, a prefilled-pod system may suit you better.
• Non-smokers and under-18s: nicotine is addictive, and vaping is only intended as an alternative for adults who smoke. We cannot sell to anyone under 18.

If you are on the fence, think about how you vape today. Short, frequent, throat-hit style puffs suit this kind of kit very well, while long, warm, cloud-heavy sessions do not. Think too about how you will carry it. A pod kit lives in a pocket or a handbag, so a device you will actually remember to charge and refill is more useful than a more capable one you leave at home.

How to use the Foretex

Setting up a refillable pod kit takes a few minutes. Follow the leaflet in the box for the exact firing method and indicator colours, and use this walkthrough as a general guide.

• 1. Unpack and inspect. Remove any protective film from the pod and mouthpiece. Check there are no cracks and that the silicone fill-port plug is in place.
• 2. Charge before first use. Give the battery a full charge with the supplied cable so that your first session is not interrupted.
• 3. Open the fill port. Remove the pod from the body, then lift or pull back the silicone plug on the fill port. Work over a tissue in case of drips.
• 4. Fill the pod. Slowly squeeze liquid into the side of the fill port rather than straight down the central airflow tube, stopping at the max line or just below it. Flooding the airflow tube is the quickest route to leaks and gurgling.
• 5. Seal and wait. Press the plug back firmly, wipe off spills, and let the pod stand upright for five to ten minutes so the wick saturates.
• 6. Fit the pod. Push it into the battery section until it seats fully.
• 7. Take gentle first puffs. Draw slowly for two to three seconds, then pause. Several gentle puffs help the wick settle before you start vaping normally.

Good habits make a surprising difference to how long each pod lasts. Do not chain-vape, because rapid repeated puffs outrun the wick and scorch the coil. Refill when the liquid is about a quarter full instead of waiting until it is empty. Store the kit upright when you can, or at least with the mouthpiece facing up, and keep it out of hot places. If you are switching flavour, empty the pod first, let the remaining liquid drain, and fit a fresh pod where possible to avoid mixing tastes.

For cleaning, wipe the mouthpiece and the outside of the pod with a dry tissue or a lightly damp one, and use a dry cotton bud on the metal contacts. Do not submerge the device or run it under a tap.

Keep bottles, pods and the kit out of reach of children and pets. Nicotine e-liquid is poisonous if swallowed and can irritate the skin, so wash any splashes off with water straight away and seek medical advice if a child has been exposed. Travelling with the kit is simple, but keep the pod upright and consider emptying it before a flight, since pressure changes in the cabin can push liquid out of the airflow path.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most pod-kit faults come down to a handful of causes: too much liquid, too little priming, a worn coil, a dirty contact or a flat battery. Work through the checks below before assuming the kit is faulty.

• Leaking from the pod or battery: overfilling and flooding the central tube are the usual causes. Wipe the pod and the contacts dry, fill to just below the max line, and check the plug is seated. Thin, high-PG liquids and hot environments increase the chance of leaks, as does a pod that has been left lying flat. Replace the pod if the seal looks damaged.
• Gurgling or spitting: this is condensation or excess liquid in the airflow path. Blow gently back through the mouthpiece, or wipe it and take a couple of slow puffs. If it keeps happening, the liquid is probably too thin or the pod too full.
• Dry or burnt taste: it usually means the wick has run dry or the coil is worn. Refill if the liquid is low, prime for ten minutes, and try slower, shorter puffs. If the taste persists on a fresh fill, replace the pod.
• Weak or flat flavour: a coil gummed with sweetener loses flavour long before it fails completely. A fresh pod normally restores it, and switching to a less sweet liquid extends the life of the next one.
• Not firing, or flashing lights: check that the battery has charge, the pod is seated, and the contacts are clean and dry. Check the leaflet for what the indicator pattern means, as it can signal low battery, a short circuit or an unseated pod.
• Not charging: try a different cable and wall plug, and clean any lint out of the port. If the charge light still does not appear, stop and contact the retailer rather than forcing the connector.
• Harsh throat hit: your nicotine strength may be too high, or the liquid may contain a lot of PG or menthol. Drop the strength by a step or switch to a smoother blend.
• Plastic taste on first use: a mild taste from a new pod usually fades after a few fills. If a chemical or burning-plastic smell does not clear, stop using the pod.
• Device hot to the touch: stop vaping, unplug it if it is charging, and let it cool somewhere safe. Do not continue to use a device that overheats repeatedly.

If none of these fixes the issue, keep your order number and a short video or photo of the fault to hand and get in touch with us. We can then advise whether it is a user-fixable problem or a manufacturing defect that falls under the return and warranty process.

Value for money

Value with a refillable kit is about the whole running cost, not only the upfront price. The kit price is shown on this page, and it covers the battery section and a pod. After that, your ongoing costs are e-liquid, replacement pods and the electricity for charging, which is negligible.

It helps to work through a rough example, using round figures that you can swap for your own. A 10ml bottle of nicotine salt typically costs a few pounds in the UK, and it fills a 2ml pod about five times. If you use one pod fill a day, that bottle covers around five days. Replacement pods are the other regular cost, and if one pod lasts you about two weeks, you will use roughly two pods a month. For most people that puts the monthly cost of a pod kit well below the cost of smoking, where a pack of 20 cigarettes in the UK now costs more than £15 and a pack-a-day habit therefore exceeds £450 a month. Costs vary with how much you vape, which liquid you buy and how often you replace pods, so use the arithmetic as a guide rather than a quote.

Compared with the disposables that used to dominate the UK market, a refillable kit works out considerably cheaper per puff once you have bought it. A single-use vape often cost around £5 to £7 and lasted a few days; the same money buys a couple of bottles of e-liquid that will run a pod kit for weeks. Add the benefit of not throwing away a lithium battery every few days, and the case for a reusable device is straightforward.

• Where it saves money: a lower cost per puff, free choice of e-liquid, multi-pack pods and a battery that is recharged rather than replaced.
• Where it costs more: a higher outlay at the start than a single disposable, ongoing pod replacement, and the need to buy and carry bottles.
• What to watch: a cheap kit whose pods are hard to find quickly becomes poor value. Check that Foretex replacement pods are in stock before you buy, which you can do on our site, and consider ordering a spare pack with the kit.

Judge the Foretex by what you pay today on the listing and by what the running costs look like for your own habits. If you vape every day, a reliable device with accessible pods should pay for itself within weeks compared with smoking. If you only vape occasionally, a smaller purchase may be enough. We would rather you buy the right kit than the cheapest one, and the right one is the one you will actually keep using.

Comparisons, UK rules and recycling

It is fair to compare the Foretex with the pod kits it will sit next to on a shelf. We have not tested every model side by side, so the comments below are general observations about each range, and the specification of each current model should be checked before you decide.

• Vaporesso XROS series: a large range with many colours and a big ecosystem of pods. If you want the widest choice of replacement pods and accessories, Vaporesso is hard to ignore, and some XROS models add adjustable airflow. The Foretex competes on simplicity and brand reputation rather than breadth.
• SMOK Novo series: an established range with plenty of pod options and a loyal following. It is a good fit if you want to experiment with different coil resistances. Pod prices vary by model.
• Uwell Caliburn series: one of the longer-running pod families, widely stocked, with a large catalogue of pods for different draw styles.
• Geekvape Wenax series: compact devices available in a range of colours. Some models are very small, which usually means a smaller battery and more frequent charging.
• OXVA Xlim series: popular for a wide pod range, with some models offering adjustable airflow. A sensible alternative if you want to tune the draw to your own taste.

None of these is universally better or worse than the Foretex. The honest summary is that larger ecosystems give you more pod and accessory choice, while a simpler kit asks less of you. Choose on the basis of battery size, pod price, airflow and whether you can reliably get replacement pods.

Buying and using the kit in the UK comes with a few rules worth knowing. You must be 18 or over to buy, and we may ask for age verification. E-liquid is capped at 20mg/ml nicotine and 10ml per bottle, while refillable tanks and pods are limited to 2ml. Disposable vapes have been banned from sale in Great Britain since 1 June 2025, and UK vaping rules continue to evolve, so check current requirements if you plan to stock up. Retailers cannot make health claims about vaping, and neither does this page.

Finally, recycling. Many vape shops and larger electrical retailers offer in-store take-back for old devices, and household waste recycling centres typically have a small electricals container. A recycling locator will list your nearest drop-off point. Never put vapes, batteries or chargers in domestic bins or kerbside recycling, because crushed lithium cells can start fires. Empty used pods where you can, and hand them over with the device so they are handled correctly.