CBD vapes are one of the most searched CBD formats in the UK, and one of the most confusing to buy. Pens, pods, 510 cartridges, e-liquids and dry herb vaporisers all get called “CBD vapes”, and the rules changed in June 2025 when single use vapes were banned. This guide explains each type, what is legal to sell, and what to check before you pay.
The four types of CBD vape
| Type | How it works | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| CBD e-liquid | CBD dissolved in a vape base, used in a refillable tank device | People who already own a refillable vape |
| Refillable CBD pen or pod kit | Rechargeable battery with refillable pods and replaceable coils | Beginners who want an all in one kit |
| 510 thread cartridge | Pre filled CBD cartridge that screws onto a standard 510 battery | Convenience, with a reusable battery |
| Dry herb vaporiser | Heats plant material without burning it | Legal herbal blends only (see the flower section below) |
UK rules: what you can and can’t buy
Disposable CBD vapes are banned
Since 1 June 2025 it has been illegal to sell or supply single use vapes anywhere in the UK, online or in shops. The ban covers every vape regardless of whether it contains nicotine, so it applies to CBD vapes in full. To be legal, a vape must be rechargeable, refillable (with liquid or new pods) and, if it has a coil, the coil must be replaceable by the user. Any “disposable CBD vape pen” listing you see today is being sold in breach of the ban.
CBD flower is not legal, even for vaping
Dry herb vaporisers are legal devices. Hemp or “CBD flower” to use in them is not: under UK law the flowers and leaves of the cannabis plant are controlled regardless of their CBD or THC content. Products sold as “for collectors” or “not for consumption” are still flower. Use a dry herb vaporiser only with legal herbal blends.
E-liquids sit outside the food rules
The FSA’s novel food Public List covers CBD foods such as oils, capsules and gummies. Vape liquids are not foods, so there is no equivalent government list to check. That makes the lab certificate the most important document you will read (see below). For the wider legal picture, see our guide to whether CBD is legal in the UK.
What to check before buying a CBD vape
- An independent lab certificate for the batch. It should confirm the CBD content matches the label and show THC within legal limits, ideally not detectable.
- A clear ingredient list. CBD e-liquids typically use propylene glycol (PG) and vegetable glycerine (VG). Avoid anything that does not list its ingredients or uses cutting agents or thickeners.
- Never vape an oral CBD oil. Drops and tinctures are made with carrier oils such as MCT or hemp seed oil, which are meant to be swallowed, not inhaled.
- Legal hardware. Rechargeable, refillable, replaceable coil. If a device fails any of the three, it falls under the single use ban.
- Nicotine content. Most CBD liquids contain none, but some blends do. Check the label.
- Age checks. Reputable UK retailers sell vaping products to adults only.
Hardware: what matters
- Adjustable voltage or temperature. Lower settings are gentler on the liquid and the coil. Cartridge batteries with a few preset voltages cover most needs.
- Coil material. Ceramic coils are common for CBD because they heat evenly. Whatever the material, the coil must be user replaceable to be legal.
- 510 compatibility. A standard 510 battery works with most pre filled cartridges, so you are not locked into one brand.
- For dry herb vaporisers: conduction models heat the chamber directly and suit short sessions, while convection models pass hot air through the material and heat more evenly. Precise temperature control is worth paying for.
How to compare CBD vape prices
Vape prices are hard to compare because strength and volume vary so much. Divide the price by the total CBD in milligrams to get price per mg. A 10ml liquid with 500mg CBD at £25 costs 5p per mg; a 1ml cartridge with 250mg at £20 costs 8p per mg. Our CBD vape price comparison lists current UK deals, and the CBD price comparison hub covers every other format.
Frequently asked questions
Are CBD vapes legal in the UK?
Yes, CBD vape liquids and reusable vape devices are legal to buy for adults, provided the product contains no controlled levels of THC and the device meets the single use vape rules.
Are disposable CBD vapes banned in the UK?
Yes. Since 1 June 2025 all single use vapes are banned from sale, including CBD and zero nicotine devices.
Can I vape CBD oil drops?
No. Oral CBD oils use carrier oils designed to be swallowed. Only use liquids made specifically for vaping.
Can I vape CBD flower in the UK?
No. Cannabis flower is a controlled substance in the UK regardless of CBD content. Dry herb vaporisers are legal, the flower is not.
Will a CBD vape get me high?
CBD is not intoxicating. A properly made CBD liquid contains no more than trace THC, which is why the lab certificate matters.
Is vaping CBD safe?
Vaping is not risk free, and long term data on inhaled CBD is limited. If you do not already vape, an oral format such as CBD oil or capsules avoids inhalation altogether.
The bottom line
Buy a rechargeable, refillable vape with a replaceable coil, use liquids made for vaping with a batch lab certificate, avoid anything sold as disposable or as CBD flower, and compare on price per milligram. That covers both the law and the most common ways people overpay.
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