Today I’m in familiar territory with another review of the Elf Bar 600 disposable vapes.
Now I’m not exactly certain if these are brand new flavours. I’m guessing so. Let’s put it this way. I’m pretty sure I would have remembered the name of one of these disposables.
..As we’ll soon find out!
Hard to believe it’s been almost a year since we first looked at the Elf Bar 600. In the first review I only tested 3 flavours so this is an update. At the time I managed to uncover around 27 flavours. Since then the range has increased to over 30 so the ones under review may well be new additions.
We even rounded up our favourite Elf Bar flavours!
From 2018 onwards, Elf Bar have held a firm grip on their philosophy of healthier and better products. Diverse is another word I’d use to describe them.
Elf Bar ELFA with its replaceable pods, the Elf Bar Cigalike and the Elf Bar Elfliq range of bottled E-liquids are all examples of how diverse and open minded this manufacturer is to the needs of the vaping public.
In recognition of this, vapers voted in their droves at the 2022 Ecigclick awards. Elf Bar came away with the top spot for number one disposable vape.
Many factors come into sharp focus to achieve this accolade. Ease of use, build quality, battery life, vapour production and above all flavour quality. These are the attributes vapers will be looking for.
Will those requirements be found in today’s review?
Let’s find out.
What Can We Expect From the Elf Bar 600 Disposable Vapes?
I think the most important change from the original review is the introduction of different salt nicotine strengths.
Along with the standard 20mg strength we now have the option of 10mg or even 0mg. I think that’s a great move, especially for those wishing to eradicate nicotine completely.
The Elf Bar 600 is quite the slim Jim and certainly adopts the traditional look and feel of a disposable vape. With a diameter of 16mm and a height of 104mm its light weight and pocket friendly.
It has a TPD friendly e-liquid capacity of 2ml, all of which is vapable over 600 puffs thanks to the 550mAh integrated battery that’s pre-charged and ready to go.
And of course with its auto draw functionality, vaping doesn’t get any easier than this!
The disposables utilise a leak free design and incorporate a ‘separate E-liquid storage cotton tank’ to keep everything sealed in.
So we can expect a smooth inhale from the nicotine salt and no E-liquid seeping into the mouthpiece.
Having studied the website it looks like there are currently 39 unique flavours to pick from. These range from fruits, mint, drinks, dessert, bakery and tobacco categories.
I’d say there’s pretty much something for everyone among the flavours listed.
Specifications
- Dimensions: 16mm x 104mm
- Weight: 15g
- E-liquid capacity: 2ml
- E-liquid ratio: 50VG/50PG
- Nicotine strength: 20mg / 10mg salt nicotine – 0mg
- Coil: unknown
- Battery capacity: 550mAh
- Number of puffs: 600
- Output: 9W constant
- Activation: Auto draw
Big shout out to Vape Club for sending these over for the purposes of review. It’s very much appreciated.
As always, taste is objective. A bit like Marmite. Some things you love, some things you hate. Others simply love to hate.
.. You get the gist.
Tobacco
They say
The Tobacco Elf Bar 600 disposable vape features the classic, smoky flavour of rich and dark tobacco.
We say
One aspect of this Elf Bar 600 that quite surprised me was the presence of a bit of throat hit, which you don’t normally get from a nicotine salt based vape!
It’s not a strong throat hit by any means, but I could definitely feel the presence of it.
Now for people reading this that might not have tried a tobacco flavour before, or are quite new to vaping, you’ll find that most tobacco vape flavours are quite unlike what you would get from a cigarette.
I have always enjoyed a good tobacco vape in the ten plus years that I have vaped, and
they don’t leave you smelling like cigarettes afterwards either!
There’s no combustible tobacco flavour really to be found here, this one actually possesses creamy as well as earthy flavour notes from the tobacco flavouring. And it is almost coffee-like on the aftertaste, a little like a café crème cigar.
I guess if you are quitting smoking and are craving a tobacco flavour, or want a disposable vape that doesn’t taste of fruits like the majority of them out there, then this one might well do the job for you especially if you are after a vape that provides a bit of satisfying throat hit too.
Mellow Grape
They say
The Mellow Grape Elf Bar 600 disposable vape features the sweet and juicy taste of grape in every puff.
We say
When opening the packet up there is an unmistakeably strong smell of grape present,
reminding me of the smell of a grape soda.
That scent kind of sets the tone for this e-liquid, the grape flavouring did taste like the grape flavour I would find in a grape soda, and there seemed to be a floral like note in the background that cut down on the sweetness.
I was expecting this to be quite a sweet flavour but it surprisingly wasn’t as sweet as I originally expected it to be.
My wife really likes grape flavours, certainly more than I do, and she enjoyed this Elf Bar that is for sure, saying that it had all the right notes she looks for in a grape flavour!
Apple Pear
They say
The Apple Pear Elf Bar 600 disposable vape pairs sharp apple notes with sweet pear in this
juicy-tasting fusion of orchard fruits.
We say
I’m not sure what has happened to the pear flavouring here, I couldn’t taste it at all!
Maybe it is my tastebuds, but the only flavour note that I could pick up was a crisp red apple note all the way through. It’s got a good bite to it, and of course this is accentuated with a generous amount of sweetener too.
Although the apple flavouring is really enjoyable, I have had to dock this one some points as I couldn’t taste any pear flavouring in it at all which is a shame as I think it would have paired up really well with the tasty apple flavour note!
Menthol
They say
The Menthol Elf Bar disposable vape is a great choice for new and experienced vapers who
prefer a simple device.
We say
Not a bad menthol flavour here, a pretty decent choice if you are looking for a chilly and refreshing disposable vape!
I actually felt that this reminded me of toothpaste, there’s a bit of mint present before the chilly coolness of menthol sweeps in and chills me right down to the bone.
The strength of the chill from the menthol actually took me by surprise, I didn’t expect it to taste as strongly as it did, and it definitely gets stronger with a good deep pull on this Elf Bar!
Blackcurrant Apple
They say
The Blackcurrant Apple Elf Bar 600 disposable vape pairs the sharp taste of apple with dark and juicy blackcurrant notes.
We say
Apple and blackcurrant are two of my favourite fruits so I was quite excited to try this one out!
I pick up on the same apple flavouring that is present in the Apple Pear Elf Bar 600, with some pretty bold blackcurrant flavouring in the background. That gives me crisp and sharp notes from the apple mixed with the sweetness and juiciness of the blackcurrant.
I felt that the apple flavour was just a touch stronger than the blackcurrant flavour, but they do mix together well and the blend reminded me of apple and blackcurrant squash.
It is a very moreish mix and there doesn’t feel like there is as much sweetener present than some of the other Elf Bars in the range.
If I’m being picky I would say that I would have liked just a little more blackcurrant flavouring, as it is delightfully juicy, but other than that this is a pretty well rounded blend!
Watermelon Strawberry
They say
The Watermelon Strawberry Elf Bar 600 disposable vape features sweet strawberry notes and the juicy flavour of watermelon.
We say
I wasn’t terribly keen on this one as it featured a lot of artificial watermelon flavouring that left me with a bit of a nasty chemical aftertaste. There’s quite a lot of sweetener present here which I picked up on quickly.
The strawberry flavouring is quite decent and tasted a bit like a strawberry chewit sweet, but this flavour note gets pretty overwhelmed by the watermelon flavouring, relegating it to more of a background note.
Not one for me I am afraid, that chemical aftertaste just ruined the whole vibe for me!
Rose Lemonade
They say
The Rose Lemonade Elf Bar 600 disposable vape combines the sweet and fizzy taste of
lemonade with floral notes of rose from your first puff to your last.
We say
So this one was a really odd experience for me, I’m still very much on the fence when it comes to floral notes in vaping and this one hasn’t done much to change my opinion there.
It took me a fair old while to really ‘get’ this, on my first puff I was thinking nope, this is really not for me but I carried on puffing away on it and it grew on me. I guess I found it a little strange at first!
I get a fizzy lemonade with deep lemon citrus notes and sweetener, and a rose floral note running right through the middle. It is something you really have to try to truly understand it.
I think that it is definitely something a little different, certainly when compared to a lot of the over-sweetened fruity blends that tend to dominate the disposables market.
I do enjoy it…I think?!
Blueberry Cranberry Cherry
Elf Bar Says:
Sweet notes of Blueberries paired with tangy-sweet Cranberries and delicious Cherries that create a tantalizing vape experience with a fruity aftertaste.
I Say:
New territory for me. I don’t think I’ve come across this recipe before in a disposable, so what’s it like?
It’s predominantly a Blueberry vape.
We get that classic disposable vape taste and it offers no real surprises. It’s at the forefront of the exhale but there are also some very subtle Cherry notes. I don’t think they’re enhanced as much as they could be, though.
It’s that raised level of sweetness again. I’m sure it’s masking the tiny red fruit, removing some of its tart like qualities as it does so.
Of course, some of it could be attributed to Cranberries but I’ve never really understood their place in a vape to be honest. You will notice its sourness though as it latches on to that sweet laden exhale.
However, the flavour is strong and lingers on the taste buds. You’ll certainly pick out the Blueberry.
Elfsuka
Elf Bar Says:
A Berry blend with icy highlights capturing a medley of summer Berries fused with refreshing crisp Menthol that creates a cooling vape experience with a delicious aftertaste.
I Say:
Ahem! OK.. I’m probably misreading that title. Don’t tell me you’re not thinking along the same lines though! lol
Anyway, the aroma. It smells very much like an Antiseptic. You may scoff but that’s genuinely the smell I get from the mouthpiece.
You know how you either love or hate a vape? Well. I hate this one.
It honestly has not one redeeming quality about it, I’m afraid. How could it when I feel like I’m vaping something designed for muscular pain relief?
There’s a sweetness pulled up on the inhale but it then goes belly up from there. It does also feel like there are traces of Cinnamon filtering through. I’m at a total loss when it comes to any kind of fruit.
The vape is constantly under the weight of Menthol which is also quite strongly felt with Elfsuka.
I guess I could use it as a palate cleanser.. But then again, maybe not.
Ginger Cola
Elf Bar Says:
A beverage blend with spiced highlights capturing warm and spicy Ginger notes fused with refreshing fizzy Cola that create a tantalizing vape experience.
I Say:
A fresh take on a tired formula. How many Cola vapes have you tried in the past?
I vaped plenty way back in the early days. I never felt there were given the justice they should or could deserve. That’s because they always tasted too concentrated, too syrupy and also sickly sweet.
Nothing’s really changed on that score today but what has made a difference is the addition of Ginger. The combination with Cola is as welcome as Salt and Vinegar as a partnership.
It works fantastically. The spicier qualities of the exhale actually bring a much needed fizz. That’s just what this beverage profile is screaming out for.
Coupled with some finely balanced Coolada, we have a drink flavoured vape with real zing and pop.
This is the same Ginger concentrate found in the Ginger Man Elf Bar 600 Lux Christmas edition. I think it actually works more effectively this time round.
A nice vape to take with you on long, hot Summer jaunts.
Watermelon Bubble Gum
Elf Bar Says:
Juicy Watermelon flavours paired with sweet Bubble Gum that create a tantalizing vape experience with a fruity aftertaste.
I Say:
It’s a combination of sweetness, Coolada and refreshing Watermelon. The fruit punches through first on the exhale, followed by a concentrated sweetness that sticks to the lips.
I can’t say I’m the biggest fan of such elevated levels of sweetness and all too often it takes centre stage over that mouth wateringly decent Watermelon.
I get that Bubble Gum is the culprit here – or should be but I’m finding a distinct lack of gumminess on this occasion.
If you’re a fellow chain vaper you’ll also need to be aware of how quickly that icy cold blast takes a hold.
Watermelon Bubble Gum has enough appeal but in my opinion also more than enough sweetness.
Watermelon Pomegranate
Elf Bar Says:
Juicy Watermelon flavours paired with tangy sweet Pomegranate that create a tantalizing vape experience with a fruity aftertaste.
I Say:
There’s a surprising lack of sweetness on the inhale. I’ve come to brace myself when it comes to disposables so that made for a change, at least.
The exhale is very pleasant indeed. The inclusion of Pomegranate really does make a difference to the flavour. It almost has a sauce like quality to it and I wouldn’t class this as a classic Watermelon vape by any stretch.
In fact, the Watermelon only really makes itself known at the start of the exhale. The Pomegranate then latches on quickly, creating a very different taste altogether.
I’m highly impressed with the blending and I don’t often say that about disposable vapes. It does have a sour edge but again, that stitches in very nicely with everything on offer.
Even the cooling kick to the back of the throat plays its role with Watermelon Pomegranate.
I wasn’t particularly looking forwards to this one but Elf Bar have honestly surprised me – In a good way.
Battery Performance and Number of Puffs
I could distinctly tell when the battery was nearing the end of its life span and the juice was running low. The vape would take on a slightly different flavour. A bit funky.
I did manage a highly respectable 9.5 hours continuous use and for the majority of the time the disposable performed very well. It constantly delivered on the flavour, even at times of chain vaping.
You can easily expect those 600 puffs. It’s an area where the Elf Bar 600 won’t let you down.
Elf Bar 600 Disposable Vapes – Final Review Verdict
Well that was an experience. I thought the flavours went from above average with the likes of Ginger Cola and Watermelon Pomegranate to plain detestable with Elfsuka.
Again, there’s too much sweetener in these vapes for me (personally) to be able to enjoy everything that’s on offer. Elf Bar have shown how they’re capable of mixing flavours to good effect. Also, sometimes the Menthol could do with toning down a little.
In some cases I don’t even think it’s necessary.
The fruits are of generic quality yet will still appeal en masse and appreciated by new or casual vapers. Let’s face it, that’s the target audience and to this end the Elf Bar 600 always succeeds.
So if you’re looking for a reliable and flavoursome vape that constantly delivers, you really don’t need to search too far.
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