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Key Points
- PIXL 5K combines a 2ml prefilled pod with a 4ml refill container, providing 6ml of e-liquid and a claimed capacity of up to approximately 5,000 puffs.
- The reusable device features an 800mAh rechargeable battery and integrated mesh coil. UK retailer Vape Club lists the starter kit at £7.99.
- PIXL 5K joins the existing PIXL 8000, which combines a 2ml pod with a 10ml refill container for 12ml total capacity and an advertised 8,000 puffs.
- The UK's Vaping Products Duty took effect on October 1, 2026. At £0.22 per millilitre, the theoretical duty is £1.32 for a 6ml refill set and £2.64 for a 12ml set.
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October 10, 2026
According to PIXL 5K product information published by UK vaping retailer Vape Club in August 2026, vaping brand PIXL has introduced the PIXL 5K reusable prefilled pod device in the UK. The product combines a 2ml prefilled pod with a 4ml refill container, providing 6ml of e-liquid and a claimed capacity of up to approximately 5,000 puffs. It joins the existing 12ml PIXL 8000 in the brand's UK portfolio.
The PIXL 5K reached UK retailers ahead of the country's Vaping Products Duty, which took effect on October 1. HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) charges the duty at £2.20 per 10ml of vaping liquid, equivalent to £0.22 per millilitre.
6ml Prefilled System With an 800mAh Rechargeable Device
The PIXL 5K uses a reusable device with replaceable prefilled pod and refill-container sets.
Each refill set contains a 2ml prefilled pod and a 4ml refill container, giving a total e-liquid capacity of 6ml. Both components come prefilled, allowing users to replace the complete refill set without manually filling the pod.
According to Vape Club's product specifications, the device features an integrated 800mAh battery, USB-C charging, a mesh coil and a mouth-to-lung (MTL) draw. The e-liquid contains nicotine salt at a concentration of 20mg/ml.
The retailer lists the device at approximately 57g, measuring around 11cm tall, 2.4cm wide and 2.4cm deep.
The brand advertises up to approximately 5,000 puffs per refill set, although actual usage will vary.
| Parameter | PIXL 5K |
|---|---|
| Brand | PIXL |
| Category | Reusable prefilled pod device |
| E-Liquid Configuration | 2ml prefilled pod + 4ml refill container |
| Total E-Liquid Capacity | 6ml |
| Nicotine Strength | 20mg/ml nicotine salt |
| Advertised Puff Count | Up to approximately 5,000 |
| Battery | Integrated 800mAh rechargeable battery |
| Charging | USB-C |
| Coil | Integrated mesh coil |
| Draw Style | MTL |
| Pod Compatibility | PIXL 5K refill sets |
| Flavor Range | Approximately 16 flavors across UK retail listings |
| UK Starter Kit Price | £7.99 at Vape Club |
| Refill Set Price | Approximately £4.99–£5.99 |
| UK Retail Availability | By August 2026 |
Around 16 Flavors, Including Refill-Only Variants
UK retail listings show approximately 16 PIXL 5K flavors spanning fruit, mint and confectionery profiles.
Vape Club lists starter-kit options including Blue Razz, Blueberry Raspberry, Blueberry Sour Razz, Cherry Ice, Fresh Mint, Lemon Lime, Pineapple Ice and Rainbow Candy.
Additional variants, including Mr Blue, are available as replacement refill sets.
PIXL 5K refill packs use the same 2ml pod and 4ml container configuration. UK retailers list replacement sets at approximately £4.99–£5.99, depending on the seller and flavor.
PIXL 5K Offers Half the E-Liquid Capacity of PIXL 8000
The existing PIXL 8000 uses a 2ml prefilled pod and a 10ml refill container, providing 12ml of e-liquid and an advertised capacity of up to approximately 8,000 puffs.
The PIXL 5K reduces the total refill-set capacity to 6ml and carries an advertised rating of approximately 5,000 puffs. Both products use reusable devices with replaceable prefilled consumables.
| Parameter | PIXL 5K | PIXL 8000 |
|---|---|---|
| Product Tier | Lower-capacity prefilled system | Higher-capacity prefilled system |
| Prefilled Pod | 2ml | 2ml |
| Refill Container | 4ml | 10ml |
| Total E-Liquid | 6ml | 12ml |
| Advertised Puff Count | Up to approximately 5,000 | Up to approximately 8,000 |
| Theoretical VPD per Full Refill Set | £1.32 | £2.64 |
The difference between the two refill sets is 6ml, with PIXL 5K carrying half the total e-liquid volume of PIXL 8000.
UK Vape Duty Creates a £1.32 Difference Between 6ml and 12ml Refill Sets
The UK's Vaping Products Duty took effect on October 1, 2026.
Under HMRC rules, vaping liquids manufactured in or imported into the UK are subject to excise duty at £2.20 per 10ml, regardless of nicotine content.
Based on the full e-liquid volume of each refill set:
- PIXL 5K: 6ml × £0.22/ml = £1.32
- PIXL 8000: 12ml × £0.22/ml = £2.64
The difference in theoretical duty is £1.32 per complete refill set.
VPD is accounted for by approved manufacturers, importers and warehousekeepers. These calculations represent the duty associated with the stated liquid volumes, not verified retail price increases or the actual tax treatment of products manufactured or imported before the effective date.
Industry Perspective
PIXL 5K entered the UK market ahead of the new vaping duty, adding a 6ml capacity tier alongside the existing 12ml PIXL 8000.
At a uniform rate of £0.22 per millilitre, the two refill sets carry theoretical duty amounts that differ by 50%, matching the difference in e-liquid capacity. PIXL has not publicly attributed the PIXL 5K launch to the new tax.
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