Longfill vs Pre-Mixed E-Liquid: Which Is Better Value in SA?
When buying e-liquid in South Africa you’ll encounter two main formats: longfill and pre-mixed. They’re very different products and the right choice depends on what device you’re using and how you vape.
What is pre-mixed e-liquid?
Pre-mixed e-liquid comes ready to use — fill your pod or tank and vape. No measuring or mixing required. Pre-mixed options are sold in various strengths from standard freebase to salt nic. This is the format most commonly used with pod systems like the XROS 6, Xlim Go, and similar devices.
What is a longfill kit?
A longfill kit is a bottled e-liquid formula — usually a 30ml or 120ml bottle containing a flavour concentrate already combined with VG/PG base and (depending on the kit) nicotine. Some kits are sold as all-in-one ready to vape; others require the addition of a nicotine shot before use. Always check the label on the specific product before vaping directly. Longfill kits are most commonly used with sub-ohm tanks and direct lung setups for high-volume vaping.
Cost comparison at Krem
| Format | Price at Krem | Volume | Cost per ml |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bard salt nic longfill kit (30ml) | R229 | 30ml | ~R7.60/ml |
| Fresh E-Liquid freebase kit (120ml) | R239 | 120ml | ~R2.00/ml |
The 120ml longfill kit offers significantly better value per ml than the 30ml format. If you vape through high volumes of e-liquid — typical for DTL sub-ohm setups — the 120ml kit is the cost-effective choice. For pod system users who vape lower volumes at higher nicotine strengths, a 30ml is a more practical size.
Which should you use?
Use a 30ml kit if:
- You use a pod system (XROS 6, Xlim Go, Bewolk Smart, etc.)
- You prefer higher nicotine strengths (20mg, 50mg salt nic)
- You vape moderately and want a manageable bottle size
- You like trying different flavours without committing to 120ml
Use a 120ml kit if:
- You use a sub-ohm tank or DTL setup
- You go through significant e-liquid volume (30ml+ per week)
- You prefer low-nicotine freebase (3mg–6mg)
- You’ve found a flavour you love and want maximum value
The key difference: nicotine format
Longfill 120ml kits are typically freebase at low nicotine strengths — suited to high-wattage, high-volume DTL vaping. Pod system users who want higher nicotine strengths (20–50mg salt nic) should look at the 30ml salt nic formats. Using a low-nicotine freebase liquid in a pod system will likely leave you under-satisfied.
Browse e-liquids at kremvape.co.za.
For adult use only (18+). Contains nicotine — an addictive substance.
