IVG Nexio Prefilled Pod Kit

Overview

The IVG Nexio Prefilled Pod Kit by IVG delivers up to 10,000 puffs across 30 flavours at 10mg and 20mg and 0mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Overview: what the IVG Nexio Prefilled Pod Kit is

The IVG Nexio Prefilled Pod Kit is a rechargeable pod vape from IVG, a brand that has been selling e-liquid and hardware to UK vapers for well over a decade. The idea behind it is simple. You get a reusable battery device and sealed, prefilled pods, so there is no bottle to open, no coil to prime from scratch and no liquid to spill on your hands. Fit a pod, charge the device when the indicator tells you to, and swap the pod when the flavour fades or the liquid runs out.

The manufacturer rates the system at around 10,000 puffs, and the Nexio is sold across a family of 31 flavours, so there is a good chance of finding something that suits your palate. We explain how to read the puff rating in the next section, because the number on the box and the number you will actually get are rarely identical.

It helps to be clear about the category the Nexio belongs to. Single-use disposable vapes have been illegal to sell in the UK since 1 June 2025, and the shelf space they once held has moved to rechargeable kits and pod systems. The Nexio is a kit: the battery device is meant to be charged and reused, and the pods are the consumable part. If you used to buy a large-capacity disposable and want the same low-effort routine without throwing away a battery every few weeks, this is the format that fills that gap.

A quick specification summary, based on what the manufacturer states and what is typical for this class of device:

• Format: rechargeable pod kit with prefilled pods, no refilling required
• Stated rating: up to 10,000 puffs (a manufacturer estimate, not a guarantee)
• Flavours: 31 in the family, from fruit and ice blends to menthol and sweet profiles
• Nicotine: nicotine salt e-liquid, which is the standard for pod kits; the UK legal maximum is 20mg/ml and the strength selector on this page shows what is currently available
• Charging: USB-C, as is standard for kits of this generation
• Age restriction: 18+ only; ID may be requested at purchase and on delivery

The rest of this guide goes through performance, flavour, build quality, battery, coil technology, nicotine choice, who the Nexio suits, setup, troubleshooting, value and UK rules, so you can decide whether it fits before you order.

Performance and puff delivery: reading the 10,000 puff rating

Puff ratings are produced on a machine under fixed conditions, usually a set draw length with a set gap between draws. Real people do not vape like a machine. They take long draws, short draws, chain several in a row and then leave the device alone for hours. That is why a rating is best used to compare one product with another rather than as a promise about how long your own kit will last.

There is a second point worth understanding. UK rules limit the size of a pod or tank on a nicotine vape to 2ml, and a single 2ml pod cannot physically produce 10,000 puffs. The headline figure therefore describes the system as a whole, meaning the pods that come with it over the life of the kit, rather than one pod on its own. Check the number of pods listed in the box contents on this page before you buy, and treat 10,000 as the manufacturer's upper figure. Plan on a lower number in everyday use and you will not be disappointed.

Here is a practical way to estimate how long the system should last for you:

• Light use (around 100 puffs a day): an occasional vaper or someone who still smokes alongside vaping. The kit will stretch for months.
• Moderate use (around 200 to 300 puffs a day): the typical ex-smoker who has switched most of the way. Expect weeks per pod and a few months for the system.
• Heavy use (400 puffs or more a day): chain vaping or very frequent use. You will get through pods quickly, and the battery will need charging most days.

Several things shift those numbers. Longer draws use more liquid per puff. Lower nicotine strengths tend to be vaped more often because the throat hit is softer. Sweeter liquids leave more residue on the coil, which can dull flavour before the pod is empty. Cold weather thickens the liquid slightly and can make the first few draws weaker until the device warms in your hand.

In use, the Nexio is designed to deliver a smooth, consistent draw from the first puff to the last. Vapour production is moderate rather than cloud-heavy, which suits mouth-to-lung vaping, the style closest to smoking a cigarette. The output stays steady while the battery has charge, and the main sign that a pod is nearly finished is a flavour that thins out and a slightly warmer, harsher draw. When you notice that, change the pod rather than pushing on.

Flavour profile: 31 options across fruit, ice, sweet and menthol

With 31 flavours in the family, the Nexio range spreads across the main styles that UK vapers buy. Rather than pretend every flavour tastes identical, it helps to think in groups, then pick a group that matches what you enjoy outside of vaping.

Flavours you will commonly see across the IVG catalogue, and the kind of profile each represents, include:

• Blue Razz Ice: sharp blue raspberry with a cooling finish, one of the most popular styles in UK vaping
• Strawberry Watermelon: a sweet, juicy fruit blend that stays light rather than sugary
• Mango Ice: ripe tropical fruit with a gentle chill on the exhale
• Pink Lemonade: a tart-sweet fizzy drink profile that works well at lower nicotine strengths
• Cherry Cola: a rounded soft-drink flavour with a slightly spiced edge
• Blueberry Sour Raspberry: tangy and layered, for people who like their fruit sharp
• Menthol and Mint styles: clean, cool and closest in feel to menthol cigarettes

The exact line-up changes as IVG adds and retires flavours, so use the variant selector on this page as the source of truth for what is in stock today. If a flavour is listed here, it is the Nexio version of that profile and not a similar-looking product from a different line.

A few tips for choosing well. If you are moving away from tobacco, a tobacco or menthol style can feel familiar, but many ex-smokers find that fruit and ice flavours are easier to stay with because they do not remind the brain of cigarettes. If you are unsure, pick a fruit-and-ice blend, which is the most forgiving category. If you dislike strong cooling, look for flavours without the word Ice in the name. Cooling agents add a menthol-like chill that some people love and others find harsh on the throat.

Flavour fatigue is real. After a week or two on one flavour, your sense of taste adapts and it can seem weaker than it was on day one. This is not a fault with the pod. Switching to a different flavour for a few days, or drinking water between sessions, usually brings the taste back. Because the Nexio takes prefilled pods, changing flavour is quick: take out the old pod, fit the new one and give it a few minutes to wick before you vape.

Finally, remember that prefilled pods are flavour-specific. Do not try to mix liquids or top up a pod with something else. The sealed design is part of what keeps the experience consistent.

Design and build quality

The Nexio is a compact, pocketable pod device rather than a chunky box mod. Kits in this class typically use a moulded shell with a soft-touch or gloss finish, and the shape is designed to sit in the hand with your thumb and forefinger naturally holding the body just below the mouthpiece. Weight is light enough that it will not drag your jacket pocket down, yet it feels solid rather than hollow.

The things that matter for everyday use are the small details:

• Pod seating: the pod should click or snap into place with no wobble. A pod that sits loose can cause poor contact, intermittent firing and leaks, so push it fully home every time.
• Mouthpiece: a rounded, moderately wide mouthpiece suits a mouth-to-lung draw and is comfortable for long sessions. Wipe it with a dry tissue now and then.
• Indicator light: a small LED shows firing and warns when the battery is low. Learn the pattern from the quick-start card in the box, as different flashes mean different things.
• Charging port: a USB-C socket at the base. It is reversible, so there is no wrong way round, and it is a common cable you probably already own.
• Airflow: intake vents are kept clear of where your fingers rest. Do not cover them with tape or a case, because you will restrict the draw.

On build quality, the honest summary is that this is a mid-range consumer device, not a precision-machined premium product. It is built to be carried daily and to survive ordinary use, such as being dropped from waist height onto carpet or jostled in a bag. It is not built to be thrown, left on a hot dashboard or kept in a pocket full of keys. Scratches and minor scuffs are cosmetic and will not affect performance.

Leak resistance depends partly on design and partly on how you treat the device. Prefilled pods are sealed at the factory, so leaks are uncommon, but pressure changes on flights, hot cars and sitting the device on its mouthpiece can all push liquid toward the airflow. Keep the kit upright when you can, avoid extreme heat and carry it in a pocket or case rather than loose.

If you want to personalise the look, a silicone sleeve or lanyard from a third party works fine so long as it does not block the airflow vents or the charging port.

Battery life and charging

The Nexio is a rechargeable system, and the battery is the part that makes the kit format worthwhile. IVG does not always headline the cell size, so we reason from the class of device: rechargeable prefilled-pod kits that are rated for this level of usage typically carry an internal lithium-ion cell somewhere in the region of 500 to 1,000mAh. That is enough to run several hundred puffs on a full charge at the low wattage a mesh pod uses. Check the packaging or insert for the exact figure on your unit.

What this means in practice:

• Moderate vapers can expect a full day, and often a day and a half, between charges.
• Heavy vapers should plan to top up every day, ideally while they are at a desk or in the car.
• Light vapers may only charge once every few days.

Charging is by USB-C. A flat battery usually takes in the region of 30 to 90 minutes to refill, depending on the cell size and the charger. Use a basic 5V phone charger or a computer USB port from a reputable maker. You do not need a fast charger, and a very high-output adaptor adds nothing for a small cell. Use the cable supplied or a good-quality replacement and replace it if the connector becomes loose or damaged.

Some safety habits are worth building in from day one:

• Do not charge the device under a pillow, on a bed or on a sofa cushion. Put it on a hard surface.
• Do not leave it charging unattended for many hours or overnight on a regular basis. It is a lithium-ion battery, and treating it with care extends its life as well as its safety.
• Do not vape while charging unless the manual says the device supports it. Pass-through use stresses the cell.
• Keep the device between roughly 5 and 35 degrees Celsius. Heat shortens battery life, and freezing temperatures can stop it firing until it warms up.
• If the device becomes unusually hot, swells, smells odd or leaks, stop using it, unplug it and contact us. Do not keep using a damaged battery.

Battery wear is gradual. After a year of daily charging, you may notice slightly shorter run time, the same as a phone. When the battery eventually stops holding a useful charge, the device should be recycled through a proper drop-off point (see the UK rules section below), not put in your household bin.

Pod and coil technology: how the mesh coil works

Inside each prefilled pod is a sealed reservoir of e-liquid and a coil that heats it into vapour. The pod is the consumable part of the Nexio, which means the coil is replaced every time you change the pod. That removes the maintenance that comes with refillable systems, such as rewicking, coil swaps and cleaning.

Modern prefilled pods in this class use a mesh coil, a thin sheet of resistance metal with thousands of tiny holes, in place of a traditional wound wire. The advantages are practical:

• Larger heating surface: more of the liquid is in contact with the coil at any moment, so it vaporises evenly instead of in hot spots.
• Quicker response: mesh reaches working temperature fast, so the first puff after a pause feels as good as the tenth.
• Consistent flavour: even heating keeps sugars and flavour molecules from burning, which helps the last third of a pod taste like the first.
• Lower power draw: a mesh coil does the job at low wattage, which helps battery life and keeps the draw smooth.

Pods and coils in kits like this usually sit in the range of 0.8 to 1.2 ohms and run at roughly 10 to 15 watts, which suits nicotine salt liquids and a restricted draw. These are class figures rather than a published specification for the Nexio, and since the pod is sealed and not user-serviceable you do not need to adjust anything.

The one thing you do need to do is let the pod prime. When you fit a new pod, the cotton wick next to the coil starts dry in places, and firing it too soon causes a burnt or scratchy dry hit that can damage the coil. Wait three to five minutes after inserting the pod before your first puff, then take a couple of gentle, short draws to pull liquid into the coil.

Coil life is tied to how the pod is used. Chain vaping, long draws and sweet dessert-style flavours all age a coil faster. The signs that a coil is tiring are a muted flavour, a faint burnt note, reduced vapour and a draw that feels hotter than normal. At that point there is no fix other than replacing the pod. Do not try to clean or reuse a coil, and do not attempt to refill the pod. The seal exists to keep the liquid and coil in a controlled state.

Choosing a nicotine strength

UK law caps nicotine e-liquid at 20mg/ml (2%), and that limit applies to every nicotine vape sold here, including rechargeable pod kits like the Nexio. Strengths vary by variant, so use the strength selector on this page to see what is currently on offer. A pod kit in this category uses nicotine salts, which feel smoother at a given strength than the freebase nicotine in traditional bottled liquids and deliver nicotine to the bloodstream more quickly.

A sensible rule of thumb for choosing a strength:

• 20mg/ml: for people who smoke around 10 cigarettes a day or more, or who find that lower strengths do not stop cravings. It has the strongest throat hit and is the one most often used when switching from smoking.
• 10mg/ml: for moderate smokers, lighter vapers, or anyone who finds 20mg harsh. Many people who start on 20mg step down to 10mg after a few weeks.
• 5mg/ml or lower: for people reducing nicotine, occasional vapers and those who vape frequently through the day and find stronger strengths too much.
• 0mg: nicotine-free, for anyone who no longer needs nicotine and only wants the flavour and the habit.

Your own signs are a better guide than any chart. If you feel dizzy, light-headed, nauseous, get a headache or a racing heart after a session, you are taking in too much nicotine and should step down a strength or take longer between puffs. If you still crave a cigarette, or you find yourself vaping constantly without feeling settled, try a higher strength.

Keep in mind that a higher-strength pod is not necessarily a shorter-lasting one, but it is a stronger one. The puff count on the pack is about how much vapour you can pull, not how much nicotine you take in. At 20mg/ml, a few puffs are enough for many users, whereas at 5mg/ml you may take several times as many to feel the same effect.

Nicotine is addictive. Vaping is not risk-free and these products are intended for adult smokers who want an alternative, not for non-smokers or anyone under 18. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have a heart condition or take regular medication, talk to your GP or a local stop smoking service before using nicotine products. The NHS stop smoking services can also help you plan a step-down schedule if you want to reduce your nicotine over time.

Who the Nexio is for, and who should skip it

No single vape suits everyone. The Nexio is designed around convenience and flavour variety, so it fits some users very well and others not at all.

The Nexio is likely to suit you if:

• You are an adult smoker who is switching and wants the simplest possible way to do it, with no liquid, no coils and no settings to learn.
• You used to buy large-capacity disposables and want the same plug-and-go routine now that single-use products are off the market.
• You like variety. With 31 flavours in the family and pods that swap in seconds, it is easy to change taste from week to week.
• You prefer a mouth-to-lung draw, similar to smoking a cigarette, over a loose, airy cloud-style draw.
• You want a device you can keep in a pocket or bag and use a few times a day without any maintenance.

You might want to skip it if:

• You like to tinker. There is no wattage, airflow or coil adjustment, so if you enjoy tuning your setup you will be happier with a refillable pod system or a small mod.
• You want the lowest running cost. Open pod kits filled from a bottle are generally cheaper per millilitre over time, though they need more handling.
• You want big clouds. The Nexio is designed for a restricted, mouth-to-lung draw rather than sub-ohm direct-to-lung vaping.
• You are not a smoker. Nicotine vapes are for adults who already use nicotine. If you have never smoked, please do not start.
• You are under 18. It is illegal to sell nicotine vapes to under 18s in the UK, and we check age at checkout and may ask for ID on delivery.
• You need a nicotine strength above 20mg/ml. That is not available in any UK-sold product.

If you are in between, a good test is to ask what you want to spend your attention on. If the answer is nothing, and you just want something that works, the Nexio fits. If the answer is that you enjoy the hobby side of vaping, it does not.

How to set up and use your Nexio

Setup takes a couple of minutes. Do it in this order and you will avoid the most common beginner problems.

• Unbox and inspect. Check that the device is intact, the pod seal is not damaged and there are no signs of leaking. If something looks wrong, do not use it and contact us.
• Remove packaging. Take off any protective film, caps or plugs on the pod, following the diagram on the insert. Do not pierce or squeeze the pod.
• Fit the pod. Push the pod into the device until it clicks or seats firmly. Make sure it is straight and the contacts line up.
• Let it prime. Wait three to five minutes so the e-liquid soaks into the coil. Skipping this step is the most common cause of a burnt first taste.
• Charge if needed. A new device may arrive partly charged. If the indicator shows low power, plug it in with a USB-C cable and a standard 5V charger, and let it fill before heavy use.
• Take your first puffs. Take two or three short, gentle draws of around two seconds to pull liquid across the coil, then settle into your normal rhythm.

Most prefilled pod kits are draw-activated, which means there is no button to press. You just inhale from the mouthpiece and the device fires. If your unit includes a button, follow the quick-start card in the box for the correct sequence.

Good habits make the kit last longer and taste better. Take smooth, medium-length draws of two to four seconds rather than long, hard pulls. Pause for a few seconds between puffs on a new pod, since this gives the wick time to resaturate. Store the device upright when possible and keep it away from heat. Wipe the mouthpiece and the pod contacts with a dry tissue or a dry cotton bud now and then, and never use water or cleaning liquids near the electronics.

When the flavour weakens, the vapour thins or the draw becomes warm or harsh, change the pod. Pull the old pod straight out, check that the contacts are clean and dry, fit the new one and wait for it to prime again. Do not try to refill or open a used pod, and keep the pods and the device out of reach of children and pets.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most issues with pod kits come down to a small number of causes, and most can be solved in a minute or two. Work through these before you contact support.

• No vapour or the device will not fire. Check that the battery has charge by plugging it in for 10 to 15 minutes. Remove the pod and fit it again, making sure it is pushed fully home. Clean the contacts on the device and the pod with a dry cotton bud. If you are using a button model, make sure you are following the correct press sequence.
• Burnt or scratchy taste. The pod is either not primed or the coil is worn out. If the pod is new, wait five minutes and take gentle puffs. If it is partway through its life and the taste is getting worse, replace it. Avoid chain vaping, which dries out the wick faster than it can refill.
• Weak flavour. Check the liquid level, change flavour for a few days to rule out flavour fatigue, and make sure the airflow vents are not blocked by your fingers or a case. If the pod is nearly empty, replace it.
• Leaking or e-liquid in the airflow. Wipe the device with a dry tissue, check that the pod is seated correctly and keep the device upright. Avoid leaving it in a hot place or carrying it loose in a bag. If a pod keeps leaking, stop using it and tell us.
• Gurgling or spitting. This usually means a little condensation has built up. Remove the pod, wipe the mouthpiece and take a couple of gentle puffs. Avoid blowing back into the mouthpiece.
• The indicator flashes and nothing happens. Flash patterns normally signal a low battery, a short-circuit protection or a pod problem. Refer to the quick-start card in the box. Recharge, re-seat the pod and try again.
• Not charging. Try a different cable and charger, and check that the USB-C port is free of lint and dust. Do not use a metal pin to clean the port. If it still will not charge, contact us.
• The device is warm. A little warmth during use or charging is normal. If it becomes hot to touch, stop using it, unplug it, and let it cool. If it happens again, do not use it and contact us.

Never open the device, force the pod out, or attempt to repair the battery. If you cannot resolve the issue, get in touch with your order number, the flavour and strength, and a clear description or photo of the problem, and we will help you work out the next step.

Value for money and how the Nexio compares

The simplest way to judge value is to work out cost per day. Take the price on this page, divide it by the number of days a kit lasts you in realistic use, and compare that figure with what you spent on cigarettes. A pack of 20 cigarettes now costs well over £15 in the UK, so a smoker getting through a pack a day is spending over £100 a week. A pod kit that lasts several weeks costs a small fraction of that, even before you count the cheaper pod replacements.

Against other vaping options, the picture looks like this. We have tried to be fair, because every format has trade-offs.

• Closed-pod systems such as Vuse ePod: these are simple, well established and widely stocked, with a reliable draw. The flavour list is shorter and pods are sold separately, so you pay as you go. The Nexio gives you a larger flavour menu and a bigger overall capacity rating, though the Vuse device is arguably more refined in its feel.
• Reusable prefilled-pod ranges from brands like Elf Bar and Lost Mary: these are the closest direct competitors and use a similar prefilled-pod concept with wide flavour menus. Quality varies between models, and puff ratings across the category are generous marketing numbers. The Nexio sits in the same bracket, so the choice often comes down to which flavours you prefer and which price you find on the day.
• Refillable pod kits such as SMOK Novo or Oxva Xlim: these are cheaper per millilitre and let you pick any bottled liquid, plus many have adjustable airflow. The downside is more handling, with bottles to buy, a pod to refill and coils to swap. If you want zero effort, the Nexio wins on convenience. If you want the lowest running cost, a refillable kit does.
• Small box mods and sub-ohm kits: better for vapour and tuning, but larger, more complex and a poor fit for someone who just wants to stop smoking with the least fuss.

So where does the Nexio fit? It is a convenience-first product with a broad flavour range and a high rated capacity, priced to compete with other prefilled kits. It is not the cheapest way to vape in the long run, and it is not the most customisable. It is a good fit for people who value simplicity and flavour choice, and who are happy to pay a little more for that.

Also think about waste. A kit with a reusable battery and replaceable pods generates far less electronic waste than a run of single-use devices, provided you recycle the pods and the device properly when they reach the end of their life.

UK rules, safety and recycling

Vaping products in the UK are tightly regulated, and it is worth knowing the main rules so that you can buy and use a kit with confidence.

• Age: you must be 18 or over to buy or be sold a nicotine vape. We run age checks at checkout, and couriers may ask for ID on delivery.
• Nicotine strength: a legal maximum of 20mg/ml applies to all nicotine e-liquid and prefilled pods sold in the UK. Anything above that is not legal for sale.
• Pod and tank size: a maximum of 2ml per pod or tank applies on nicotine vapes, which is why the Nexio uses small sealed pods and not one large reservoir.
• Single-use vapes: disposable vapes have been banned from sale since 1 June 2025. The Nexio is a rechargeable kit with replaceable pods, so it is in the reusable category.
• Notification: nicotine vaping products must be notified to the MHRA before they can be sold. Packaging carries the required health warning, which should be intact on any product you buy.

Recycling matters. Vapes contain a lithium-ion battery and electronic components, and they must never go in your household bin or kerbside recycling. Doing so can start fires in bin lorries and recycling plants. Instead:

• Take empty pods and the device to a retailer that sells vapes. UK shops that sell vaping products are required to take back old devices free of charge.
• Or use a household waste recycling centre that accepts small electricals (WEEE), many of which have a dedicated vape or battery bin.
• Check your local council website for the nearest drop-off point.
• Do not crush, puncture or burn used pods or batteries.

Safe storage and use. Keep the device and pods out of the reach of children and pets. Nicotine e-liquid can be harmful if swallowed or if it touches the skin for long periods. If liquid gets on your skin, wash it off with soap and water. If someone swallows a pod, contact NHS 111 or your local emergency services straight away.

Finally, vaping is not risk-free. It is considered far less harmful than smoking for adults who switch completely, but it is not a lifestyle choice for non-smokers. If you want help to stop using nicotine altogether, your local stop smoking service or GP can support you.