In 2025, the vaping industry had to adjust to the banning of disposable, single use vapes. But what does 2026 have in store for the vape market?
In this post we’ll take a look at the upcoming vape market trends for 2026. But no matter what the next year might bring, you’ll always need specialist insurance to cover you for the unique risks associated with stocking and selling vaping products.
If you sell vapes, either online or offline, we can help you get the dedicated vape insurance you need at a price you can afford. For more information, call us on 0208 290 9080 or email ecig@anthonyjones.com.
The Most Popular Vape Flavours of 2026
What sort of flavours will customers prefer in 2026? Insights from market trends suggest the following:
- Fruit – Tropical blends, including mango, passionfruit, and guava, along with combinations of berry flavours, may overtake the sale of single-note fruit flavours.
- Deserts and Drinks – Vanilla custard, anyone? How about caramel, or biscuit flavoured vapes? Or a vape that tastes like Coca-Cola, or coffee, or even an energy drink? Think sweet, and distinctive, but not fruity.
- Ice and Menthol – For that cooler taste, often with a combination of mint with another, perhaps unexpected flavour.
Top Vape Designs For 2026: Refillable and Smart Vapes
It is now illegal to stock and sell disposable vapes in the UK. But what sort of products will take their place on the shelves of online and offline vape shops?
- Refillable vapes – Particularly those that are simple and straightforward to use, such as easy-to-refill and leak resistant pod kits. Expect a rise in the popularity of compact pod kits too, with a focus on device longevity, battery efficiency, and precise, consistent drawing and airflow features.
- Smart vapes – Bluetooth vape kits with the sort of connectivity that users actually value. Instead of pointless screens or apps, they let users track their puffs while monitoring their device’s coil and battery health.
- Nicotine salts – There will likely always be a market for strong and striking vape flavours. But there’s also a rising demand for high quality nicotine salt e-liquids, which deliver more subtle flavours, smoother inhalation, and less odour.
The Vape Industry is Becoming More Environmentally Friendly
Disposable vapes were largely banned for environmental reasons. The UK government described them as “an inefficient use of critical resources”, pointing out how they’re often discarded as litter. If disposable vapes are not correctly recycled, they carry a strong fire risk, and they can also pollute soil, rivers, and streams.
This increased focus on sustainability may be reflected in consumer trends, such as:
- Packaging: Manufacturers may invest more in minimal, recyclable, and biodegradable packaging.
- Longevity: Customers may prioritise a device’s longevity above all. A vape device that lasts and lasts is a lot more cost-effective, not to mention environmentally friendly, than a vape they’ll eventually have to replace.
- Recycling: Vape shops should also endeavour to make it as easy as possible for customers to recycle their old vapes. Read our full guide to safely disposing of old vapes.
Dedicated Vape Insurance For Total Peace of Mind
Joe Penny, Associate Director at Anthony Jones says:
“The vape industry is changing all the time. Who could have predicted, just a few short years ago, that disposable vapes would be banned outright in the near future?
“If your vape business changes to suit the evolving market, then your insurance cover needs will change too. At Anthony Jones, we can help you ensure that your specialist insurance gives you all the cover you need, no matter what the future might bring.”
To find out how we help you get the dedicated vape insurance you need at a price you can afford, call us on 0208 290 9080 or email ecig@anthonyjones.com.
