How Long Does a 100ml Bar Series Shortfill Last?
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How Long Does a 100ml Bar Series Shortfill Last?
Mixed to 120ml, it holds far more than small bottles or disposables. How long it lasts depends on how much you vape and your power, but it goes a long way.
A 100ml Bar Series shortfill makes 120ml of e liquid once mixed, which is a lot, but how long it lasts depends on you. This guide explains what affects how long a shortfill lasts and how it compares with other options, alongside our guide on why 100ml shortfills are great value.
In short
How long a 100ml Bar Series shortfill lasts depends on how much you vape, your device and your wattage. Mixed up to 120ml, it holds far more e liquid than small bottles or disposables, so for many vapers a single bottle lasts a good while. Higher power sub ohm vaping uses e liquid faster, while lighter use makes a bottle last longer.
What affects how long it lasts
The biggest factor is simply how much you vape. Beyond that, your device and settings matter: sub ohm, direct to lung vaping at higher wattages vaporises more e liquid per puff than lower power vaping, so heavy cloud chasers get through liquid faster. Because Bar Series is high VG and used in sub ohm kits, usage tends to be higher per puff than a small pod kit, but you start with a large 120ml volume.
What changes how long it lasts
| Factor | Effect |
|---|---|
| How much you vape | The biggest factor |
| Wattage and power | Higher power uses more |
| Device type | Sub ohm uses more per puff |
| Volume | 120ml once mixed goes a long way |
| Habits | Frequent vaping uses more |
How it compares
The headline is value. A single 100ml shortfill, mixed to 120ml, holds the equivalent of twelve 10ml bottles, and far outlasts disposables, which are spent in a day or two each. So while exact timing depends on your habits, a Bar Series shortfill almost always works out as more e liquid, for less money, lasting longer than the alternatives. For a precise figure, judge it against how quickly you currently get through e liquid.
A 100ml Bar Series shortfill makes 120ml once mixed, far more than small bottles or disposables. How long it lasts depends on how much you vape and your power, but it goes a long way.
Make a shortfill last
- Mixed to 120ml, it holds a lot of e liquid
- Lower power use makes it last longer
- Store it well to keep it fresh while you use it
- It far outlasts disposables and small bottles
- Judge timing against your current e liquid use
More guides and related reading
Our Bar Series guides cover what shortfills are, how to mix and use them, choosing flavours and strengths, and how they compare on value. The pages below are a good next read, and you can always return to the user guide hub or browse our full Help and Guidance library.
- Why 100ml shortfills are great value
- Bar Series price per puff
- How to store your e liquids
- How much do vapes cost
- Bar Series user guide hub
- Northwest Vape Help and Guidance library
Key things to remember
- Mixed to 120ml, it holds a lot
- How much you vape is the biggest factor
- Higher power uses e liquid faster
- Far outlasts disposables and small bottles
- Judge timing against your current use
A rough way to estimate
If you want a rough idea, think about how quickly you currently get through e liquid. If a 10ml bottle lasts you a few days, then a 120ml mixed shortfill, twelve times the volume, will last you many times longer. Sub ohm vaping uses more per puff than a small pod kit, so factor that in if you are switching up from a low power device.
There is no single number, because everyone vapes differently, but the volume alone tells you a shortfill is a long lasting, economical choice compared with the alternatives.
Rough longevity guide
| Your use | Effect on a shortfill |
|---|---|
| Light vaping | Lasts a long time |
| Moderate vaping | Lasts well |
| Heavy sub ohm vaping | Used faster, still good value |
| Volume | 120ml once mixed |
| Versus disposables | Far longer lasting |
A few more questions
Is a shortfill cheaper than disposables?
Yes, a single 100ml shortfill makes a large volume and far outlasts disposables, so it is much cheaper over time.
Does sub ohm use more e liquid?
Yes, higher power, direct to lung vaping vaporises more e liquid per puff than a small, low power pod kit.
Do and don’t
Do
- Mix the full bottle to 120ml
- Store it well while you work through it
- Judge timing against your current use
- Buy ahead so you never run out
Try not to
- Expect an exact puff count
- Leave a mixed bottle in the heat
- Assume sub ohm uses the same as a pod kit
- Vape it if you are a non smoker
Why there is no exact number
People often want a precise figure, like a puff count, but for a refillable shortfill there simply is not one. Unlike a disposable with a rated puff count, how long a shortfill lasts depends entirely on your device, wattage and how often you vape, which vary from person to person.
The useful way to think about it is by volume and by comparison: 120ml once mixed is a large amount, equivalent to twelve 10ml bottles, and far more than any disposable. So however you vape, it is a long lasting, economical choice.
Shortfill versus alternatives
| Option | Volume or life |
|---|---|
| Bar Series shortfill | 120ml once mixed |
| Single 10ml bottle | One twelfth the volume |
| Disposable | Spent in a day or two |
| Value | Best per ml |
| Lasts | Far longer |
The bottom line
A 100ml Bar Series shortfill makes 120ml of e liquid once you add two nic shots, which is a large amount, the equivalent of twelve 10ml bottles and far more than any disposable. How long it actually lasts depends on how much you vape, your device and your wattage: higher power, direct to lung sub ohm vaping gets through e liquid faster than a small pod kit. There is no exact puff count for a refillable shortfill, but by volume and value it is a long lasting, economical choice. To estimate your own timing, judge it against how quickly you currently get through e liquid.
Making it last and stay fresh
Because a shortfill lasts a while, storing it well matters, you want the last fill to taste as good as the first. Keep the bottle sealed, cool and out of sunlight between refills, and give it a shake if it has stood for a time. That way the volume advantage of a shortfill is not undermined by fading flavour.
If you get through e liquid quickly, buying a couple of shortfills at once, and storing the spare properly, means you always have your flavour on hand without frequent reordering.
Get the most from a bottle
| Tip | Why |
|---|---|
| Store sealed and cool | Keeps it fresh |
| Shake if it has stood | Even nicotine |
| Buy ahead | Never run out |
| Mix the full bottle | Maximum volume |
| Use within date | Best flavour |
A few more questions
How does it compare to a disposable for longevity?
A 120ml mixed shortfill vastly outlasts disposables, each of which is spent in a day or two, making it far better value.
Should I buy more than one at a time?
If you get through e liquid quickly, buying ahead and storing spares well means you never run out, and often saves money.
A couple more questions
Roughly how many 10ml bottles is a shortfill?
A 100ml shortfill mixed to 120ml is the equivalent of twelve 10ml bottles of e liquid.
Will it last longer in a low power kit?
Generally yes, lower power vaping uses less e liquid per puff than high wattage sub ohm vaping, so a bottle lasts longer.
A quick word on safety and the law
Vaping is intended for adult smokers and existing vapers as a less harmful alternative to cigarettes. Shortfills are sold nicotine free, but adding a nicotine shot makes them a nicotine product, which is addictive, and they are not suitable for non smokers, pregnant women or anyone under 18. By law you must be 18 or over to buy vaping products and nicotine shots in the UK, and we age verify every order in line with Challenge 25. If you want to stop using nicotine altogether, your local stop smoking service offers free, tailored support.
UK public health bodies advise that vaping is substantially less harmful than smoking, but it is not risk free, and if you do not smoke the advice is not to start.
This page is general product information, not personal medical or legal advice. Specifications can vary by product and batch, so always check the bottle and label.
Ready to explore the range?
Browse the full Bar Series shortfill range, or read more in our user guide. You can also call us on 01942 867253, and we offer free next working day delivery on orders over thirty pounds.