Fizzy Cherry Suonon Pro X 12K Refill Pods

Overview

The Fizzy Cherry Suonon Pro X 12K Refill Pods by Suonon in Fizzy Cherry at 10mg and 20mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Suonon Pro X 12K Fizzy Cherry Refill Pods: What You Are Buying

Suonon Pro X 12K Refill Pods in Fizzy Cherry are sealed, prefilled replacement pods for the Suonon Pro X 12K pod system. This listing is for pods only. There is no battery, no charging cable and no device in the package, so you need a compatible Pro X 12K unit already. If you do not own one, the store also lists the Suonon Pro X 12K Prefilled Pod Kit, which supplies the hardware together with a first pod.

Each pod is factory-filled and closed. The e-liquid, the cotton wick and the heating coil are built into one unit that pushes into the device. You do not pour liquid, you do not fit a coil and you do not need any tools. When a pod runs dry, you pull it out, press a new one in and carry on. That is the whole routine, and it is the main reason this format has become the usual route for adults who want a low-effort vape now that single-use disposables are gone.

That ban matters for how you read this page. Single-use disposable vapes have been illegal to sell in the UK since 1 June 2025. A rechargeable device with replaceable pods is a different category of product, because you keep the battery and replace only the consumable part. The nicotine rules that applied to disposables still apply to pods like these: 20mg/ml (2%) is the UK ceiling for nicotine e-liquid, and a nicotine pod cannot hold more than 2ml.

• Format: sealed prefilled replacement pod, pods only, no device included
• Flavour in this listing: Fizzy Cherry, a sweet cherry profile with a soft-drink style tang
• Puff rating: 12K, which is the manufacturer's label for the Pro X range rather than a per-pod guarantee
• Pod capacity: up to 2ml, the UK legal maximum for nicotine pods
• Nicotine: nicotine salt e-liquid, with the strengths offered shown on the product page
• Compatibility: the Suonon Pro X 12K device, so check your model before ordering

The sections below cover how the pods perform, what the flavour is like, how the coil works, which strength to pick, how to fit and look after them, and how they compare with other pods you might be considering. We have tried to be plain about the limits as well as the strengths, because the 12K figure on the box can mislead if you take it at face value. These products contain nicotine, which is addictive, and they are for adults aged 18 and over who already smoke or vape.

Performance and Puff Delivery

Performance on a prefilled pod comes down to three things: how much liquid the pod holds, how efficiently the coil turns that liquid into vapour, and how steadily the battery supplies power. The Pro X 12K is a draw-activated, mouth-to-lung system. You inhale, a sensor fires the coil, and vapour arrives. There is no button to press, no wattage to adjust and no airflow ring to set, which keeps everyday use simple and makes the device easy to hand to someone who has never used a pod system.

The 12K in the name is the manufacturer's puff rating for the Pro X range. Puff ratings are produced under controlled machine testing, with short, evenly spaced draws, and they describe a ceiling rather than a promise. Real people take longer pulls, pause at irregular intervals and vape at different speeds, so the real number is nearly always lower than the label. In the UK there is a further limit: pods for nicotine e-liquid are capped at 2ml. A very large headline puff count and 2ml of liquid are hard to reconcile, so we would rather give you a working estimate than repeat the figure on the box.

As a rule of thumb, a 2ml pod at a typical draw length gives something in the region of 500 to 700 puffs. That is our own estimate from the pod capacity, not a tested figure from the maker, and individual results vary quite a lot with draw length and strength. In days, a moderate vaper taking around 150 to 250 puffs a day will often get two to four days from a pod. A light user may stretch one pod across a week, while a heavy user replacing a full cigarette habit may finish one in a day or a little over.

• Activation: draw-activated, no button for normal use
• Draw style: mouth-to-lung, a tighter draw similar to smoking
• Manufacturer rating: 12K puffs, a testing ceiling
• Pod capacity: up to 2ml under UK rules
• Working estimate: roughly 500 to 700 puffs per pod, depending on how you vape

Vapour delivery tends to follow a recognisable pattern. The first few draws on a new pod can be slightly muted while the cotton finishes soaking up liquid. After that, output holds fairly steady for most of the pod's life. Near the end, flavour thins and the vapour begins to feel warmer on the mouthpiece. That is your cue to swap the pod. Continuing to pull harder on an almost empty pod can scorch the cotton and leave a burnt taste behind, so changing a little early is better than changing late.

Nicotine strength also affects how fast a pod disappears. Higher-strength nicotine salts satisfy many people with fewer, shorter draws, while lower strengths tempt some vapers to take more puffs to feel the same effect. If you find a pod vanishing faster than expected, consider whether the strength you chose matches your habit before assuming something is wrong with the pod.

Fizzy Cherry Flavour Profile

Fizzy Cherry belongs to the sweet-fruit and soft-drink end of the flavour range. The lead note on the inhale is cherry in its confectionery form: closer to cherry sweets, cherry cola or a cherry soda than to a fresh stoned cherry. It reads as a bright, red, slightly syrupy fruit rather than a dark, bitter one, which is the style most people mean when they ask for a cherry vape.

The fizzy part of the name describes a taste idea rather than a physical sensation. There is no real carbonation in a vapour, but flavourists build the impression with a light, sharp tang behind the sweetness, similar to the prickle you associate with sherbet or a fizzy sweet. On the exhale you can expect that tang to lift the cherry and keep it from feeling heavy. The result is a flavour that stays lively across several draws instead of flattening into plain sugar.

No menthol or cooling agent is listed in the product name, so expect a room-temperature fruit flavour rather than an icy one. If you want a cold finish, look at the cherry ice variants in the wider range or at other cooling flavours instead. If you like a juicy, sweet and slightly tart flavour that tastes close to a soft drink, this one is easy to get along with.

• Inhale: sweet red cherry with a candy character
• Exhale: light sherbet-style tang that lifts the sweetness
• Sweetness: medium to high
• Cooling: none listed
• Aftertaste: clean, lightly sweet, with a faint tang

A note on flavour fatigue. Sweet fruit flavours can feel intense over a long session because your palate adjusts to them. Many vapers find the taste seems to fade after a day or two of steady use even though the pod is perfectly fine. A drink of water, a short break or a switch to a different flavour for a few hours usually brings the taste back. If you notice the flavour fading, check whether it is your palate before you blame the pod.

Because the battery section of the Pro X 12K is reusable and the pod is replaceable, you can change flavour whenever you like without buying a new device. Some people keep a fruit flavour like Fizzy Cherry for the daytime and a milder or minty option for evenings. That flexibility is one of the practical advantages of a pod system over a sealed single-use stick.

Design and Build of the Pod

Prefilled pods are small, so the details of how they are made decide whether they behave well in your pocket and in the device. The Fizzy Cherry pod follows the familiar slim pod layout: a compact body holding the liquid reservoir, with a moulded mouthpiece at the top and a connection point at the base that seats into the Pro X 12K device. The outer shell is plastic, and the pod is printed or labelled with the flavour and nicotine strength so you can tell pods apart at a glance if you keep more than one flavour.

The pod connects to the device through a push-fit seating with small contact points for the coil. A well-made seating should click in with a firm, even fit and should not wobble once it is in. If a pod feels loose, remove it, check that the contacts are clean and dry, and press it back in. A loose or damp connection is the single most common reason a device stops firing, and it is worth checking before you decide a pod is faulty.

Because the liquid is sealed inside, the main build concerns are leaks and airflow. A good pod should arrive with the reservoir full and the fill port sealed, with no liquid pooling around the base. Hold the pod up to the light and check the liquid level on arrival. A small amount of condensation near the mouthpiece after a few draws is normal. Liquid running out of the base is not, and you should contact us if a pod arrives in that condition.

• Form factor: slim prefilled pod, pocket-friendly
• Pod seating: push-fit with contact points, no tools needed
• Mouthpiece: moulded into the pod, rounded for comfort
• Reservoir: up to 2ml, sealed at the factory
• Labelling: flavour and nicotine strength on the pod, with the required nicotine warning on the packaging

On packaging, UK rules require nicotine vaping products to carry a health warning about nicotine and to be sold in child-resistant, tamper-evident packaging. Check that the seal on your pack is intact when it arrives. If it has been opened or looks damaged, do not use the pods and get in touch with us.

When you carry spare pods, keep them upright where you can and away from heat. A pod left in a hot car or a back pocket on a summer day is more likely to leak, because warm liquid thins out and expands. Store pods in their packaging or a small case, away from keys and coins that could scratch the shell or press on the mouthpiece. Keep them out of reach of children and pets at all times.

Battery and Charging for the Pro X 12K Device

The pods in this listing have no battery of their own. Power comes from the Pro X 12K device they clip into, and that is what separates a rechargeable pod system from a disposable. Devices in this class typically carry a built-in lithium-ion cell somewhere in the region of 500 to 800mAh. We do not want to quote a figure we cannot confirm for every batch, so check the box or the device listing for the exact capacity of the unit you own. What matters in practice is that the battery is sized to outlast a pod or two between charges.

Charging is normally done through USB-C on the base of the device. A standard 5V phone charger or a computer USB port will do the job. Charge times vary, but you can usually expect somewhere between 45 minutes and an hour and a half from low to full on an ordinary charger. The LED usually changes colour or switches off when charging is finished, though behaviour differs between models, so look at the quick-start card that came with your device.

Because the battery is designed to outlast the pod, one charge will often cover a full pod, and sometimes more. That is the advantage over a disposable: you charge the same battery repeatedly and replace only the pods, which cuts down on waste as well as cost. When you change pods, it is also a sensible moment to top up the battery, since a weak battery can mimic the symptoms of a bad pod, including thin vapour and a muted flavour.

• Charging port: USB-C on most devices of this type
• Typical battery size: roughly 500 to 800mAh for this class, so check your unit
• Charge time: often 45 to 90 minutes
• Charger: a standard 5V adapter or USB port with a decent cable
• Fresh pod: does not need charging, as it draws power from the device

A few habits protect the battery and keep charging safe. Use a reputable cable and charger rather than a damaged or unbranded one. Do not leave the device charging unattended or overnight, and never charge it on a bed, sofa or other soft surface. Keep it away from heat and direct sunlight while it charges, and unplug it once the light shows it is full. If the device becomes unusually hot, swells, smells odd or stops responding, stop using it.

When a device reaches the end of its life, do not put it in a household bin or kerbside recycling. Lithium batteries are a fire risk in collection lorries and sorting plants. In the UK, shops that sell vapes are required to take back used vapes and their batteries free of charge, and many household waste recycling centres and small electrical recycling points accept them too. Used pods can go to the same drop-off points.

Mesh Coil and Pod Technology

The coil heats the e-liquid, and it is the biggest single influence on flavour and vapour quality. Pods in the Pro X class are generally built around a mesh-style heating element rather than a traditional round wire coil. A mesh coil is a thin sheet of fine metal screen that sits against the cotton wick. Because the heating surface is wide, the liquid warms more evenly, which tends to give smoother vapour and a cleaner flavour than a single wire coil, with fewer hot spots. Mesh coils in mouth-to-lung pods commonly sit at a resistance of around 1 ohm, though we cannot confirm the exact figure for every batch.

For you as a user, the practical differences are these. Mesh coils usually reach working temperature quickly, so the first draw after a pause still tastes right. They tend to hold flavour steady across the life of the pod. And they are less prone to the sudden harsh, burnt taste that can appear when a small coil dries out in one spot. They are not immune to dry hits, though, and a pod that is nearly empty will still give a poor experience regardless of the coil design.

The prefilled pod contains the coil, the cotton and the e-liquid in one sealed unit. That design has several consequences you should know about before you buy.

• No separate coil to prime: the pod is ready to use, although a few gentle draws help the cotton wick fully
• No refilling: the pod is not designed to be topped up, and trying to do so can damage it and cause leaks
• Coil and liquid age together: you replace both at once, so every pod starts with a fresh coil
• Fixed e-liquid: flavour and nicotine strength are set at the factory and cannot be altered
• Nicotine salt formulation: the liquid is built for the lower power of a pod device and feels smooth at higher strengths

Cotton wicking matters as much as the mesh itself. The wick draws liquid from the reservoir to the coil, and if it cannot keep up with a fast succession of draws, the coil can run partially dry. That is why a pause of 20 to 30 seconds between draws helps when you are chain vaping. It gives the cotton time to re-saturate and protects the flavour of the pod for longer.

One honest limitation of a closed pod system is that you cannot tune anything. You cannot raise the power, loosen the airflow or swap the coil for a different style. For many adults that is exactly the point, because it removes decisions and keeps the experience consistent. If you want control over those variables, a refillable pod kit with replaceable coils is the better match, and we cover that comparison later on this page.

Choosing Your Nicotine Strength

In the UK, nicotine e-liquid is capped at 20mg/ml, which is 2%. That cap applies to every legal nicotine vaping product, including prefilled pods, refillable pods, tanks and, until the ban, disposables. Prefilled pods are sold at a fixed strength, so you need to pick the right one before you buy rather than adjusting afterwards. It is worth a few minutes of thought, because the wrong strength is the most common reason people are disappointed with a pod.

Choose a strength to match your current nicotine habit, not whatever sounds strongest. As a rough guide, heavier smokers of around 10 or more cigarettes a day usually start at 20mg/ml, because a lower strength may leave them reaching for a cigarette. Moderate smokers of roughly 5 to 10 a day often find 10mg/ml enough, and many prefer how smooth it feels. Light or social smokers may do well on a strength below that where one is offered. Check the strengths shown on this listing, because not every flavour is stocked in every strength.

• 20mg/ml (2%): the UK maximum, typically the starting point for heavier smokers switching fully
• 10mg/ml (1%): a milder option often chosen by moderate smokers and by people stepping down
• Lower strengths: suited to light users where offered on the listing
• No smoking or vaping history: vaping is not recommended, as nicotine is addictive and you gain nothing by starting

Most pod liquids use nicotine salts, which deliver nicotine quickly and feel smooth even at higher strengths compared with traditional freebase nicotine. That smoothness cuts both ways. It is easy to take in more nicotine than you intended without the harsh throat catch that would warn you off. Pay attention to how you feel. Signs that a strength is too high include lightheadedness, nausea, a racing heart or a headache after a session. If you notice these, move to a lower strength or take longer breaks between draws.

The throat hit at 20mg/ml is firmer than at 10mg/ml. Fruit flavours like Fizzy Cherry soften the impression a little, but the nicotine is still there. If you are used to disposables sold at the old 20mg/ml strength, you will find a Fizzy Cherry pod at 20mg/ml delivers a similar level, although a pod device may feel slightly smoother because of the mesh coil and lower power output.

Many people set out to use vaping to cut down or stop smoking, and some then choose to lower their strength over time. If that is your aim, NHS stop smoking services in the UK offer free support that can sit alongside vaping, and a pharmacist or GP can talk through options with you. Pregnant or breastfeeding people, and anyone with a heart condition or other health concern, should speak to a healthcare professional before using any nicotine product. Vaping is not risk-free, and these pods are for adults only.

Who These Pods Suit, and Who Should Skip Them

These pods make sense for adult smokers and existing vapers who already own a Pro X 12K device and want a simple, consistent flavour. The people who tend to get the most from a prefilled pod are those who value ease over control. If that sounds like you, Fizzy Cherry is a reasonable option, particularly if you like sweet fruit and soft-drink flavours.

• Adult smokers switching from cigarettes: the draw-activated, mouth-to-lung style is close to the feel of smoking, and the 20mg/ml option is there for heavier smokers
• Former disposable users: with disposables off the UK market, a rechargeable pod system is the nearest like-for-like replacement, and you keep the battery while swapping pods
• People who dislike fiddling: there is no refilling, no coil changing and no settings to learn
• Fruit and candy flavour fans: Fizzy Cherry is aimed squarely at that taste
• Commuters and travellers: a slim device and small spare pods fit easily in a pocket or bag

These pods are less suitable for some people, and we would rather you knew that before ordering.

• Anyone under 18 and anyone who does not smoke or vape: it is illegal to sell nicotine vapes to under-18s, and buying them on someone else's behalf is also an offence
• People without a Pro X 12K device: these pods will not work on their own, and they are not interchangeable with every other pod system
• Heavy daily vapers on a tight budget: a refillable system using 10ml bottles usually costs less per day than a steady stream of prefilled pods
• Cloud chasers: this is a mouth-to-lung system with modest vapour, not a sub-ohm setup
• People who want to adjust power or airflow: a closed pod offers neither

Pregnant or breastfeeding people, and anyone with heart conditions or other medical concerns, should seek advice from a healthcare professional before using nicotine products. If you are trying to stop smoking altogether, local stop smoking services can offer structured help that sits alongside any device you choose.

One more practical point on compatibility. Pod systems are not universal, and pods made for one device usually do not fit another, even when they look similar. Before ordering, confirm that your device is a Suonon Pro X 12K and not another model in the maker's range. If you are unsure, send us a photo of your device and the markings on its base before you buy, and we will tell you whether these pods are the right match. It is much easier to check first than to deal with an unusable pod afterwards.

How to Fit and Use Your Pods

The pods are designed to work straight away, but a few steps give a better first experience and help each pod last. Follow this sequence the first time and whenever you change pods.

• Step 1, check the pack: make sure the seal is intact, the pod is the right flavour and strength, and nothing looks damaged
• Step 2, prepare the pod: remove any protective film or plug from the base and mouthpiece, following the instructions on the packaging
• Step 3, charge the device: a short charge beforehand means you are not troubleshooting a flat battery when you fit the pod
• Step 4, seat the pod: press it firmly into the device until it clicks and sits flush
• Step 5, wait: leave it for a minute or two so the cotton can absorb the liquid evenly
• Step 6, prime gently: take two or three short, soft draws before you start vaping properly
• Step 7, vape as normal: draw slowly and steadily, in a mouth-to-lung style

Pace yourself. A long, forceful draw is not necessary and can flood the mouthpiece or make the vapour hot. A smooth draw of two to three seconds is plenty. Leave 20 to 30 seconds between draws so the coil has time to re-wet, especially if you tend to chain vape. If the vapour begins to feel hot or the flavour turns sharp, give the device a rest for a few minutes.

To change a pod, pull the empty pod straight out. Do not twist it hard or pry it with tools. Fit the new pod the same way as before. Do not reuse an empty pod, and do not try to refill it, since the pods are made for single use and refilling can damage the coil and the seal.

Storage matters too. Keep the device and spare pods upright where you can, away from heat and direct sunlight, and out of reach of children and pets. Nicotine e-liquid can be harmful if swallowed or if it gets on skin or in eyes, so wipe up any leak straight away and wash your hands. If liquid is swallowed or gets in the eyes, seek medical advice immediately.

Disposal is straightforward but should be done properly. Used pods contain a small amount of residual liquid and a metal coil, and they are classed as electrical waste. Take them to a vape-recycling drop-off point rather than the household bin. In the UK, shops selling vapes must accept used products for recycling, and many household waste recycling centres and small electrical collection points will take them too. Keeping a small bag for used pods and dropping them off when you shop saves you from throwing them away out of convenience.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Most problems with a prefilled pod have simple causes and quick fixes. Work through the list below before deciding a pod or device is faulty, and remember that a battery or contact problem often looks like a pod problem.

• The device will not fire: check the battery is charged, then remove the pod and reseat it firmly. Wipe the contacts gently with a dry cloth if they look damp or dirty. If the LED stays off even after charging, the device battery or sensor may be at fault, not the pod.
• The LED flashes but there is no vapour: the pod may be empty, not seated properly or blocked. Try a fresh pod and take a couple of gentle draws rather than a hard pull.
• Burnt or harsh taste: usually a sign the pod is running low or the wick was not fully saturated when you started. Change the pod, and do not keep pulling on one that is nearly empty.
• Weak flavour: this can be palate fatigue, a low battery or a pod that is nearly finished. Rest your palate with a drink of water, try again, and then check the battery.
• Gurgling or spitting: excess liquid in the airway. Blow gently through the mouthpiece away from your face, or wipe it and wait a minute before using it.
• Leaking: check the pod is seated properly and has not been stored on its side or in heat. Wipe the device clean. If the pod keeps leaking, replace it and tell us if it arrived that way.
• Device will not charge: try a different cable and charger, then check the port for lint or dust and clear it with a wooden toothpick, never metal.
• Overheating: stop using the device, let it cool and keep it away from anything flammable. If it overheats again, do not use it, and take it to a recycling point.

A few preventative habits cut down on most of these issues. Do not let pods run completely dry before changing them. Do not store spare pods in a hot place or lying flat for long periods. Keep the contacts on both the pod and the device clean and dry. And if you share your pocket with keys, coins or a lighter, use a small case to protect the device.

If you have worked through the list and a new pod still will not work in a charged device, the issue may be a manufacturing fault. Do not keep forcing it. Contact us with your order number, the flavour and strength you bought and a short description of what is happening, and we will help you work out the next step. Photos help, especially if the problem is leakage or visible damage to the pod.

Value for Money

Value on a prefilled pod is not just the sticker price. It is the cost of each pod, spread over how long that pod lasts in your hands, plus the cost of the device you need to run it. A pack that looks cheap can become expensive if each pod only lasts a day, and a pricier one can be good value if every pod stretches across several days.

The way to compare fairly is to work out a cost per day. Take the price of a pod and divide it by the number of days it lasts you. If a pod gives you three days, divide by three. For a typical moderate vaper, a UK-capacity prefilled pod may last a few days. For a heavy user it may last a day or two. A smoker getting through a pack a day will notice a difference compared with the weekly cost of cigarettes, which is where most people see savings.

• Device cost: you need a Pro X 12K device, which is a one-off purchase that you keep using
• Ongoing cost: replacement pods are the main recurring expense
• Battery reuse: the rechargeable battery means you do not pay for a new battery with each pod, unlike a disposable
• Waste: less plastic and electronic waste than throwing away a complete single-use device each time

Set against a refillable kit, prefilled pods cost more per millilitre of e-liquid. Refillable systems use 10ml bottles of nicotine salts, which are cheaper by volume, but you take on the work of refilling, the risk of spills and the need to change coils. Prefilled pods charge a premium for convenience. For some people that premium is worth paying, particularly if they struggle with refilling or want something they can use without thinking. For others, especially heavy daily vapers, the extra cost adds up over a month.

There are a few ways to get more from each pod. Match your strength to your habit so you are not over-vaping to compensate for a strength that is too low. Pace your draws so the coil is not stressed and the wick keeps up. Change pods when the flavour begins to fade rather than pushing on and risking a burnt taste that spoils the next pod too. And keep the device battery healthy so it does not give weak output that makes you take extra draws.

A fair summary is that these pods suit people who prize simplicity and a consistent flavour and who are happy to pay somewhat more for that. If your priority is the lowest possible cost per day, a refillable kit will almost always win. If you want something you can clip in and forget about, the extra cost buys you real convenience.

How These Pods Compare With Other Options

Fair comparisons help more than sales talk. The UK pod market has several established options, and each has its own strengths. Here is how Suonon Pro X 12K refill pods sit among them, based on format and on what a buyer would reasonably weigh up. We have kept this general, since specifications change between batches and models.

• Elf Bar Elfa style prefilled pods: a similar closed pod format with a slim body and a wide flavour range. The brand has strong name recognition and is easy to find in shops. If you want a very wide choice of flavours from one brand, it is worth a look. The Suonon pods are worth considering if the price per pod or the Fizzy Cherry flavour appeals more.
• Vuse ePod 2: a long-established closed pod system backed by a large tobacco company. It is known for consistency and is widely stocked in convenience stores, which makes pods easy to pick up. Its range has historically leaned towards tobacco and menthol flavours, so it suits people who want a conservative, widely available option.
• Voopoo Vmate: a pod system known for solid build and a decent choice of pods. It tends to appeal to people who want something that feels closer to a traditional vape kit, and pricing can run a little higher.
• Refillable pod kits such as the Smok Novo or Vaporesso Xros: these cost less to run per day and let you pick any 10ml nicotine salt, but they ask more of you with refilling and coil changes.

Where do Suonon Pro X 12K pods fit? They sit in the middle of the pack. The positives are a simple, draw-activated design, a flavour that is easy to like and the convenience of sealed pods. The trade-offs are that they only work with the matching device, the real-world life of a pod is far shorter than the 12K headline suggests, and you cannot customise the experience. They do not claim to replace a refillable kit for people who want control, and they are not the cheapest way to vape per day.

The 12K number deserves one more comment, because it is the most common source of confusion when comparing products. Several brands market very large puff counts, and in the UK those numbers cannot be matched by 2ml pods. When you compare, look at pod capacity in millilitres, nicotine strength and the price of a replacement pod rather than headline puff counts. Those three facts tell you far more about what a pod will deliver than a figure on the front of the box.

If you are weighing up several options, a sensible approach is to buy a small number of pods first, see how many days they last in your own routine, and then decide whether to stay with this system or move to something cheaper or more flexible. Pods keep well when stored sealed and cool, so there is little risk in buying a few spares once you know you like the flavour.