IVG Reload Mini Prefilled Pod Kit Watermelon Ice

Overview

The IVG Reload Mini Prefilled Pod Kit Watermelon Ice by IVG in Watermelon Ice at 10mg and 20mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

Overview: what the IVG Reload Mini Prefilled Pod Kit is

The IVG Reload Mini Prefilled Pod Kit is a compact, rechargeable pod vape built around small sealed pods that click into a slim battery section. It sits between two kinds of device that UK vapers already know. On one side are single-use disposables, which can no longer be legally sold in Great Britain since the ban that came into force on 1 June 2025. On the other are open refillable pod systems, where you buy a bottle of e-liquid, fill a tank and look after a coil yourself. The Reload Mini borrows the simplicity of the first and the reusability of the second: you keep the battery, recharge it, and swap in a fresh prefilled pod when the liquid runs out.

IVG is a well-known British e-liquid and hardware brand, and the Reload name is used across its pod range. The Mini is the smaller, pocket-friendly version. This page covers the kit as we sell it, with 21 flavours in the family, and aims to give you the information you would normally have to piece together from the box, a handful of reviews and some trial and error.

The short version of what you get:

• A rechargeable battery device designed for light, mouth-to-lung style draws.
• A prefilled pod, typically 2ml, which is the maximum tank size UK rules allow for pod and tank products.
• Draw-activated firing, so there is no button to press during normal use.
• A choice of 21 flavours, supplied with the pod already filled and sealed.
• Replacement pods you can buy separately, so the battery keeps earning its place in your pocket.

Where specific figures appear below, they are either typical numbers for kits in this category or figures published on the pack. Treat them as a guide and always check the packaging in your hands, because small revisions between production batches do happen. If something on your box differs from what we describe, the box is correct and we would like to hear about it.

The Reload Mini is aimed at adult smokers and existing vapers who want a low-maintenance device. It is not aimed at anyone who has never smoked or vaped, and it is not a toy or a fashion accessory. Nicotine is addictive, and the sensible reason to pick up a device like this is to move away from cigarettes.

Performance and puff delivery in real use

Puff counts are the most quoted number in vaping and one of the least reliable, so it helps to explain what they mean. A manufacturer's rating is usually worked out in a lab using a machine that takes a fixed-length draw at a fixed interval. Real people draw for different lengths, pause for different gaps and chain-puff when they are stressed, bored or in the pub garden. Read any puff count as an estimate for light-to-moderate use, not a promise.

For a 2ml prefilled pod at the 20mg/ml ceiling, a realistic expectation is somewhere in the region of 400 to 600 puffs per pod. Short, gentle draws push you towards the top of that range, and long, hard draws push you towards the bottom. Heavy users may get through a pod in a single day, while people who vape in short sessions can stretch one across several days. For context, a 2ml pod holds the same volume of liquid as the old 600-puff UK disposables did, so the per-unit output is similar. The difference is that you throw away a small pod rather than an entire battery and circuit board.

Several things change how long a pod lasts:

• Draw length. A three-second pull uses roughly twice the liquid of a one-and-a-half-second pull.
• Nicotine strength. Lower strengths tend to make people draw longer or more often, which can shorten pod life.
• Battery level. A fading battery produces a cooler, thinner vapour, which people often mistake for the pod running dry.
• Temperature. Cold liquid is thicker and wicks slower, so the first few draws outdoors in winter can feel weak.
• Chain vaping. Rapid back-to-back draws do not give the wick time to re-saturate, which gives a harsher, hotter hit and burns through liquid fast.

On the draw itself, expect a restricted, mouth-to-lung style airflow, similar to a cigarette. That is deliberate. Tight airflow concentrates flavour and makes the nicotine delivery feel familiar to ex-smokers. If you are used to loose, airy direct-to-lung devices that make large clouds, this will feel tight. If you are coming from cigarettes, it will probably feel natural within a day.

Prefilled pods in this class almost always use nicotine salts rather than freebase nicotine. Nicotine salts are smoother on the throat at higher strengths, which is why a 20mg/ml pod can feel gentler than a 20mg/ml freebase bottle would. The throat hit you do get is mild to moderate, and menthol or ice flavours add a cooling sensation on top.

Flavour profile across the 21-flavour family

The Reload Mini family runs to 21 flavours, and the live list on the product page is always the final word on what is in stock. Rather than pretend every flavour is a different universe, it is more useful to describe the families they fall into and what each tends to taste like in a small, tight-airflow pod.

Fruit and ice. This is where most buyers end up, and the range covers it well. Examples of the kind of profiles you should expect from a line-up like this include blue raspberry, strawberry ice, watermelon ice and mango. The fruit is usually the first note, followed by a cooling finish on the exhale. If you do not like the cooling element, look for the non-ice versions where they exist.

Sweet and candy. Profiles in the style of sherbet, bubblegum or fizzy sweets tend to be the most polarising. Some people enjoy the sugary punch, others find it cloying after a handful of puffs. If you are unsure, try one before committing to a stack of replacement pods.

Menthol and mint. Mint and menthol flavours are the usual choice for former smokers who want a clean, sharp finish rather than a fruit bomb. A good mint pod should feel crisp and cold without tasting like toothpaste, and these are the flavours most likely to survive long-term use without palate fatigue.

Soft drinks. Cola, lemonade and energy-drink inspired flavours are a staple of UK pod ranges. They tend to be lighter and less sweet than the candy profiles and pair well with a lower nicotine strength.

Tobacco. Where a tobacco option is listed, it is aimed at smokers who want something closer to the cigarette experience. Tobacco flavours in prefilled pods are usually mild and slightly sweet rather than a literal replica of a particular cigarette brand.

Practical flavour advice:

• Pick two or three flavours from different families rather than three similar fruit ones, so you notice the difference.
• Flavour fades as a coil ages. If a pod tastes flat after several days of use, the liquid may be fine but the wick is tired, and swapping the pod is the fix.
• Vapers often experience palate fatigue with a single sweet flavour. Rotating between two pods gives your taste buds a rest and can make each pod feel fresher.
• Do not mix liquids by opening pods. The pods are sealed for a reason, and tampering voids any claim.

Because the pods come prefilled, you cannot change the flavour of a pod once it is installed. To change flavour, you change pod. That is both the convenience and the limit of the prefilled format.

Design and build quality

As the name suggests, the Mini is built for portability. It is roughly the size of a slim lighter or a chunky USB stick, which means it fits in a coat pocket, a jeans watch pocket or the side of a small bag without printing through the fabric. Weight is low, and the shape is designed so you can hold it comfortably between two fingers like a cigarette.

The body is typically an injection-moulded plastic or metal-effect housing with a matte or lightly textured finish. A matte finish matters more than it sounds. Glossy plastic shows fingerprints within minutes and gets slippery when your hands are cold or damp, whereas a matte surface keeps its grip.

What to look at when you unbox it:

• Pod seating. The pod should push in with a clear, firm click and sit flush with no wobble. A pod that rocks side to side can lead to poor contact and intermittent firing.
• Mouthpiece. The mouthpiece is moulded into the pod and is slim enough for comfortable lip contact. Check it is clean and free of flash from the moulding process.
• Charging port. It should be recessed slightly and sit square on the body. A crooked port is a quality control flag worth sending back.
• Indicator light. Most kits use a small LED that flashes when you draw and signals low battery or faults. It should be visible but not distracting.

Build quality in this price band is functional rather than premium. You should not expect the machined metal feel of an expensive refillable mod, and you should not expect it to survive being dropped on concrete every week. Dropped from pocket height onto a carpet or pavement, a device like this usually survives, but repeated impacts can crack the pod window or loosen the battery contacts.

The pods themselves are small, clear-sided or semi-clear units, so you can see roughly how much liquid is left. That is useful, because it lets you gauge when to order a replacement rather than being caught out. Keep the device upright when you can, away from direct sunlight, and out of pockets that contain keys, loose coins or anything abrasive.

One design point worth noting: because it is draw-activated, there is no button that can be pressed accidentally in a bag. That reduces the risk of the device firing against a hard surface, which is one of the common causes of overheating in loose pockets.

Battery life and charging

Kits of this size generally carry a built-in lithium-ion battery in the 400mAh to 600mAh range, and that is the sensible expectation for the Reload Mini. The exact figure is printed on the pack or the device and may vary slightly by batch, so check yours. The battery is not removable. It is sealed inside the body and you charge it through the port.

What does a 400-600mAh battery mean in practice? Because the coil is a low-power pod coil, the device does not need a huge battery to function. Most users get through a full day on a charge if they vape moderately, and some get two days of light use. A single charge will usually carry you through more than one 2ml pod, which is how the kit is meant to work: the battery should outlast the pod it ships with, letting you keep going until the next one is needed.

Charging guidance:

• Use a standard 5V phone-style USB charger or a computer USB port. Fast-charge bricks that negotiate higher voltages are generally fine because the device only draws what it needs, but there is no benefit to using one.
• Expect a full charge to take somewhere between 30 minutes and an hour and a half, depending on battery size and the charger you use.
• Most devices light an indicator while charging and change colour or go out when full. Check your guide for the specific signal.
• Do not leave the device charging overnight on a bed, sofa or under a pillow. Charge it on a hard, non-flammable surface where you can see it.
• Do not use a damaged cable or a charger that has seen better days. Cheap, unbranded chargers are a common cause of battery problems.

It is also worth knowing that you can vape while the device is charging only on some designs, and it is not recommended even where it is possible. Charging and discharging simultaneously generates heat and shortens battery life.

Lithium-ion cells wear out slowly. After several hundred charge cycles you will notice the battery holds less. For a device this size, that is normal ageing rather than a defect. If the battery drains very fast within weeks of purchase, or the device gets noticeably hot while charging, stop using it and contact us with your order number.

Never expose the device to extreme heat, such as a car dashboard in summer, and do not take it apart. If the casing swells, smells of burning or leaks, stop using it and take it to a recycling point for batteries rather than putting it in the bin.

Pod, coil and mesh technology

The pod is the part that does the work, so it is worth understanding what is inside it. A prefilled pod is a sealed reservoir of e-liquid attached to a heating coil and a cotton wick. When you draw on the device, the battery sends a short burst of power to the coil, the coil heats the liquid held in the wick, and the liquid turns to vapour. That vapour travels up through the mouthpiece to you.

Pods in this class typically use one of two coil styles:

• Standard wire coils. A small spiral of resistance wire wrapped around cotton. These are cheap to make and reliable at low power.
• Mesh coils. A flat or curved sheet of fine metal mesh in contact with the wick. Mesh spreads heat over a larger surface area, which tends to give more even flavour, fewer hot spots and a reduced chance of burnt-tasting hits.

Many modern pod kits in the UK market advertise a mesh coil, and if the Reload Mini pods carry that spec on the pack, the benefit is more consistent flavour from the first draw to the last. If a given batch uses a conventional coil, you may notice slightly less even flavour, especially as the pod nears empty. Check the packaging or the pod for the stated coil type.

Coil resistance in pods of this type usually sits somewhere between about 0.8 and 1.4 ohms, which suits the modest battery and the restricted airflow. This is not a sub-ohm device. It is designed to deliver nicotine and flavour efficiently at low wattage, not to produce large clouds.

Why the wick matters. The cotton has to be saturated for the coil to work properly. If you draw too hard or too quickly, the wick cannot keep up, and the coil can heat dry cotton. That gives you a dry or burnt taste. The fix is simply to slow down, take shorter draws and give the pod a few seconds between puffs.

What is not on offer. Because the pods are sealed, you cannot re-wick them or swap a coil. When the coil wears out or the liquid is gone, the pod is finished. That limits long-term cost savings compared with a refillable system, but it also removes the fiddly parts: no priming a new coil, no spilled liquid on your fingers and no mismatching coil and tank.

The e-liquid capacity is generally 2ml per pod. That aligns with the UK rule that tanks and pods should not exceed 2ml. You will not find a legal larger-capacity version of this format on the UK market.

Choosing the right nicotine strength

In the UK, e-liquid and prefilled pods are capped at 20mg/ml of nicotine, which equals 2%. That cap applies to every nicotine vaping product on the legal market, including prefilled pods. Reload Mini options typically come in 10mg/ml and 20mg/ml, though the options listed on the product page for your chosen flavour are the ones to go by.

Choosing between them depends largely on what you smoke or vape now.

• 20mg/ml. A sensible starting point for people who smoke around ten or more cigarettes a day, or who are coming from a stronger disposable. Nicotine salts make this strength smoother than it would be in a freebase liquid, but it is still a firm hit.
• 10mg/ml. Suited to lighter smokers, people who vape regularly and want to cut their intake, and anyone who finds 20mg/ml harsh or dizzying. It also tends to make a pod last a bit longer, because you are not drawing as often to reach the same satisfaction.

Signs the strength is wrong for you:

• Light-headedness, nausea, a racing heart or a queasy stomach after a few draws suggests the strength is too high for you, or you are drawing too often.
• Constant chain-vaping, frequent top-ups and cravings returning within minutes of a session suggests it may be too low.

If you are trying to quit smoking, one commonly suggested approach is to start at the strength that stops you reaching for cigarettes, then step down over time once the cravings settle. You are not locked in. You can switch strength simply by buying a different pod for the same battery.

Do not start vaping nicotine if you do not already smoke or use nicotine products. The NHS describes vaping as far less harmful than smoking but not risk-free, and says it is not recommended for non-smokers or anyone under 18. It is illegal in the UK to sell nicotine vaping products to anyone under 18, and a legal adult should not buy them for a minor.

If you are pregnant, have a heart condition or take regular medication, speak to your GP or pharmacist before you switch. Local stop-smoking services in the UK are free, and combining behavioural support with a vape or other licensed aid is associated with better quit rates than going it alone.

Finally, a note about nicotine-free options. If a zero-nicotine pod is offered for your flavour, it can be useful as a final step in tapering, but nicotine-free versions are not offered in every flavour.

Who the Reload Mini suits and who should skip it

No device suits everyone, and being straight about that is more useful than a sales pitch. Here is a plain assessment.

The Reload Mini is a good fit if you:

• Are an adult smoker who wants a simple alternative with no tank to fill or coil to change.
• Used to buy 600-puff disposables and want something with the same ease of use but less waste, now that those products are off the legal market.
• Want something small enough that you will actually carry it everywhere.
• Prefer a tight, cigarette-like draw to a loose, airy one.
• Like having a choice of flavours without buying and storing multiple 10ml bottles.
• Travel or commute and want a device that will not leak a bottle's worth of liquid into your bag.

You may want to skip it if you:

• Have never smoked or vaped. There is no health reason to start nicotine.
• Are under 18. It is illegal to sell to you, and we will not.
• Want large clouds. This is a low-power mouth-to-lung device, not a sub-ohm kit.
• Like to mix your own e-liquid or pick from hundreds of brands. A prefilled system limits you to what the pod maker supplies.
• Are a very heavy vaper. If you finish a pod in a few hours, the per-day cost of prefilled pods will add up, and a refillable system with bottled liquid usually costs less over time.
• Want maximum battery life with minimal charging. A small battery means you will be charging more often than with a bigger kit.
• Are looking for a high-output device with adjustable power. The Reload Mini offers no such controls.

Middle ground. If you are unsure, consider the Reload Mini as an easy first step. It is simple to set up and costs little to try. If you later find you want more control, you can move on to a refillable pod system without feeling you have wasted much.

Remember also that a vape is a harm-reduction tool for adult smokers, not a lifestyle accessory. If you are buying one for yourself, that is fine. If you are buying one for someone else, it must be an adult who smokes or vapes already.

How to set up, activate and use it

Getting started takes under five minutes. The steps below apply to most kits of this style, but your box instructions take priority if they differ.

• 1. Check the contents. Open the box and confirm you have the battery device, the prefilled pod, a charging cable and the instruction leaflet. Check the pod seal is intact.
• 2. Charge first. Even if the battery has some charge from the factory, giving it a full charge before first use helps the indicator read correctly. Use a USB charger or computer port.
• 3. Prepare the pod. Remove any protective film, plug or cap from the pod. Some pods have a small seal over the airflow hole or a cap on the mouthpiece. Check carefully, because leaving a plug in is the most common reason a new device seems to be dead.
• 4. Insert the pod. Line up the pod with the device and push it in until you feel a firm click. It should sit flush.
• 5. Prime the pod. Wait two to three minutes after inserting so the wick can saturate. Then take two or three short, gentle draws without inhaling into the lungs. This pulls liquid into the coil and prevents a dry first hit.
• 6. Vape. Draw slowly and steadily through the mouthpiece. The device fires automatically. Inhale into your mouth first, hold for a second, then breathe in, as you would with a cigarette.

Everyday tips:

• Take draws of around two to three seconds, then pause for at least 10 to 15 seconds.
• Store the device upright when not in use. This helps keep the wick evenly saturated and reduces leaks.
• Wipe the mouthpiece with a clean, dry tissue if condensation builds up. Do not use water or alcohol wipes.
• Change the pod when the flavour fades, the vapour thins or the liquid window shows almost nothing left. Do not keep vaping a dry pod, as it will taste burnt and can damage the coil contacts.

Swapping pods. Pull the old pod straight out, keep it upright, and push the new one into the slot. Put the old pod in the electronics recycling stream rather than the household bin, as discussed below.

There is no on/off button on most kits in this style. The device simply responds to airflow. If yours has a button or a lock function, it is described in the leaflet. Avoid blowing into the mouthpiece, which can push liquid back into the device and cause leaks.

If you travel by air, check the airline's current rules. Many carriers require vapes and batteries to be carried in the cabin rather than in hold luggage, and some prohibit using them on board.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most problems with a pod kit fall into a handful of categories, and almost all of them have a simple fix. Work through the list before assuming the device is faulty.

• Nothing happens when I draw. Check that the pod is fully seated and that any protective plug has been removed. Remove the pod, reinsert it and try again. If the battery is flat, charge it for at least 15 minutes. Wipe the metal contacts gently with a dry cotton bud if they look dirty.
• The light flashes but no vapour comes out. This often means the battery is low or the pod is empty. Charge the device. If it still flashes, try a different pod, and if the second pod works then the first was defective or dry.
• Dry or burnt taste. The wick is not saturated, or the pod is nearly empty. Slow down, take shorter draws and wait between puffs. If the taste persists after resting, replace the pod. Do not keep vaping a burnt pod.
• Weak flavour. Check the battery. Low charge reduces vapour production. If the battery is fine, the pod may be near the end of its life, or you may have palate fatigue from the same flavour. Rotate flavours for a day or two.
• Gurgling or spitting. There is condensation or excess liquid in the airway. Tip the device mouthpiece-down onto a tissue, give it a gentle shake, then wipe it. Take a couple of dry puffs, away from your mouth, to clear the airway.
• Leaking. Check that the pod is seated correctly and that you have not been storing the device on its side or at the bottom of a hot bag. A slightly damp mouthpiece is normal. Heavy leaking is not. Stop using the pod and contact us if it recurs.
• The device will not charge. Try a different cable and a different power source. Check the charging port for lint. If the indicator does not respond at all after an hour, the battery may have been over-discharged or the unit may be faulty.
• The device gets hot. Warmth during use is normal. Strong heat during charging or use is not. Unplug it and stop using it, and contact us with your order number.
• The pod will not click in. Check the orientation and make sure no packaging remains. Do not force it. If it still will not seat, the pod or the device may be misshapen.

When you contact us about a fault, include your order number, the flavour and nicotine strength, a short description and, where it helps, a photo. That speeds things up considerably.

As a general rule, if a problem appears in the first few draws of a new pod, the pod is the likely cause. If the same problem affects several pods, the device is. Swapping pods is the quickest way to tell the difference.

Value for money and how it compares

Value in vaping is not just the sticker price. It is the cost per day of using the device, the effort involved and what you are getting for your money. Here is a straightforward way to work it out for the Reload Mini.

Cost per day. Divide the price of one pod by the number of days it lasts. For example, if a pod gives you about 500 puffs and you take around 250 puffs a day, you use half a pod per day. Multiply by the pod price shown on the product page and you have a realistic daily figure. Run the same sum for what you currently spend on cigarettes, and the comparison is usually clear. Plug in your own habits, because your numbers will differ from anyone else's.

Upfront versus ongoing. The kit price includes the battery and a first pod, so the first pod is effectively subsidised. After that you only pay for pods, and the battery goes on for months. That is cheaper over time than buying a new single-use device every few days, which is the model the market has moved away from.

Fair comparisons.

• Against refillable pod systems such as the SMOK Novo family. Refillables are generally cheaper per millilitre of liquid and let you choose from far more flavours and strengths. They are also fiddlier, because you fill the pod, replace coils and risk spills. The Reload Mini wins on simplicity, and a refillable wins on running cost and choice.
• Against closed-pod systems from tobacco-industry brands such as Vuse ePod. These offer a tidy, familiar format and a reputation for consistency. Their pods tend to cost more per pod and the flavour range tends to be narrower. IVG's 21-flavour family offers more variety, although a big-name brand may have wider retail availability on the high street.
• Against other prefilled pod kits sold in the same price bracket, such as those from the Elf Bar family. These are similar in concept. Differences come down to flavour tuning, battery size, pod quality and price. Without testing them side by side on your own palate, there is no honest way to declare one better. Try a flavour you like, and judge on taste and reliability.
• Against bigger-battery rechargeable kits. Larger kits last longer between charges and sometimes carry bigger pods in other markets, but they are bulkier and in the UK the 2ml limit applies anyway.

Where the Reload Mini is weaker. It has a small battery, no adjustable settings and limited customisation. If you value a long list of options, it will feel restrictive.

Overall it is a fair-value, low-effort choice for a light-to-moderate adult vaper. If you vape heavily, run the cost-per-day sum before you commit, and consider whether a refillable system would suit you better.

UK rules, safe use and recycling

Vaping products in the UK are regulated, and it helps to know what that means for the device in your hand.

• Age. You must be 18 or over to buy nicotine vaping products. We check age at order and the carrier may check on delivery.
• Nicotine cap. The legal maximum is 20mg/ml (2%) for all nicotine vaping liquids and prefilled pods.
• Tank and pod size. Pods and tanks are limited to 2ml, and refill bottles to 10ml.
• Single-use vapes. The sale of disposable vapes has been banned in Great Britain since 1 June 2025. A rechargeable kit with replaceable pods, such as this one, is a different category.
• Packaging. Legal packs carry health warnings, ingredient lists and nicotine content information. Check these on delivery and keep the leaflet.

Recycling and disposal. A vape is electronic waste. It contains a lithium-ion battery, a circuit board and residue of e-liquid. It should never go in your household bin or general recycling, because crushed batteries have started fires in collection lorries and waste centres.

• Take used devices and empty pods to a vape recycling drop-off point. Retailers that sell vaping products are required to offer take-back for waste electrical equipment, so you can usually hand in old items at the shop where you buy new ones.
• Many council household waste recycling centres have a small electricals area that accepts vapes and batteries.
• Many supermarkets and DIY stores have battery recycling bins, but check whether they accept the whole device or only loose batteries.
• Never try to take the battery out yourself. Hand over the whole device.

Safe storage. Keep the device, pods and any spare liquid away from children and pets. Nicotine is toxic if swallowed or if it gets on skin in concentrated form. If a pod leaks onto skin, wash with water. If someone swallows e-liquid, seek medical help straight away and call NHS 111 or 999 as appropriate.

For stop-smoking advice, your GP, local pharmacy and local stop-smoking service can all help. A vape is one tool among several, and combining it with support often works better than going it alone.