WAKA Vape Australia 2026: Brand Guide & Comparison

If you’ve been browsing disposable vapes in Australia lately, you’ve almost certainly run into WAKA. Backed by RELX — one of the biggest names in global vaping hardware — the WAKA vape range has built a reputation for polished engineering, dual mesh coils and some genuinely clever features like on-device screens and boost modes. Search interest for “waka vape” in Australia is substantial, and for good reason: these are well-made devices.

But well-made isn’t the whole story. In this guide, we take an honest look at the WAKA line-up available to Australian vapers in 2026 — the soPro PA10000 flagship, the soPro DM8000i and the compact Smash — then put them head-to-head against the EVOK Blaze, IGET Bar Pro and CRWN Infinity to see where WAKA shines and where it falls short.

Adult use only. This article is intended for adults of legal vaping age in Australia. We do not make any health claims about vaping products, and nothing in this guide should be taken as medical or health advice. If you do not currently use nicotine products, we do not recommend starting.

The WAKA Brand: RELX Pedigree, Disposable Focus

WAKA is the disposable-vape arm of RELX, the company behind some of the most widely distributed pod systems in the world. That parentage matters: where many disposable brands are white-label products with a logo slapped on, WAKA devices carry genuine R&D weight — dual mesh atomisers, fast-charging batteries and liquid-level indicators that most budget disposables simply don’t offer.

The flip side is that Australia isn’t a primary WAKA market. Local availability comes and goes with import batches, and flavour ranges differ from retailer to retailer. Keep that in mind — it becomes important in the verdict.

WAKA soPro PA10000: The Flagship

The soPro PA10000 is the WAKA vape most Australians are searching for, and it’s the strongest device in the range.

The headline feature is the dual mesh system. In regular mode the device alternates between its two coils, extending coil life and keeping flavour consistent deep into the 18 mL tank; flick the Boost Mode switch and both coils fire at once for noticeably denser vapour. It’s genuinely useful, not a gimmick — and almost nothing else at this puff count offers it.

The trade-offs: this is a big, chunky device — closer to a small pod mod than a slim disposable — and the flavour menu is modest. Fresh Mint, Strawberry Kiwi, Lychee Burst and Raspberry Watermelon are competently executed, but vapers used to 20-plus flavour ranges will find the selection thin.

Our read: the soPro PA10000 is a well-engineered 10,000-puff device. Its specs sit mid-pack in 2026, though — the same puff count as an IGET Bar Pro with far fewer flavours, and fewer puffs than a 12,000-puff EVOK Blaze.

WAKA soPro DM8000i: The Screen One

The DM8000i takes the same dual mesh platform and adds the feature WAKA is best known for: a proper smart screen.

The screen shows remaining battery and e-liquid down to the percentage — no more guessing whether your vape will die mid-afternoon. That level of feedback is still rare among disposables, and it’s the DM8000i’s best argument. The flavour range is also broader than the PA10000’s, with options like Banana Ice and Blueberry Splash.

The catch: 8,000 puffs is low for a full-size device in 2026, when 10,000–12,000 is standard and the CRWN Infinity pushes 25,000. You’re paying for the screen, not longevity.

WAKA Smash: The Compact Option

The Smash is WAKA’s everyday-carry device — smaller, simpler and lighter than its soPro siblings.

There’s nothing wrong with the Smash — mesh coil, fast charging, pocketable size, playful flavours like Apple Red Bull and Lychee Passion Fruit Orange. But 6,000 puffs is a weekend device by 2026 standards, and smaller disposables almost always cost more per puff than bigger ones. A fine travel or backup vape; not one to build a routine around.

WAKA vs the Alternatives: How It Stacks Up

Here’s where the honest comparison happens. We’ve put WAKA’s flagship against the three devices Australian vapers most commonly cross-shop — all of which we cover in depth on this site.

A few things stand out from that table.

On puff count, the EVOK Blaze delivers 12,000 puffs — 20% more than the WAKA flagship — and the CRWN Infinity more than doubles it at 25,000. WAKA’s 10,000 was impressive at launch; in 2026 it’s simply the median.

On flavours, WAKA is the thinnest of the group. The IGET Bar Pro’s 31-flavour range and the EVOK Blaze’s 16 well-balanced options both give you far more room to find a daily favourite.

On availability — the one that matters most in practice — WAKA’s Australian supply is genuinely inconsistent. Stock arrives in waves, flavour selections shift between batches, and the model you liked last month might not be reorderable this month. The EVOK Blaze, by contrast, is stocked and replenished locally week in, week out. For a daily vaper, being able to reorder the exact flavour you like is worth more than any single spec.

On value, we don’t publish prices in reviews, but the relative picture is consistent: imported WAKA devices typically land at a higher cost per puff than the EVOK Blaze, which pairs a larger puff count with a lower price tier. The CRWN Infinity is cheaper still per puff — when you can catch it in stock.

For a wider view of how every major brand compares, see our complete vape brands Australia guide.

Verdict: A Good Vape With a Supply Problem

Let’s be fair to WAKA: these are well-built devices. The dual mesh system is real engineering, the DM8000i’s screen is the best liquid/battery feedback in the disposable category, and RELX’s quality control shows. If a mate hands you a soPro PA10000, you won’t be disappointed.

But a recommendation has to account for the whole ownership experience, and that’s where WAKA loses ground in Australia. Mid-pack puff counts, a narrow flavour menu and — above all — unpredictable local availability make it hard to rely on as an everyday device. The EVOK Blaze gives you more puffs, more flavours and dependable local stock at a lower cost per puff — that’s where we’d point most WAKA-curious vapers, and you can browse the full range in our EVOK Blaze collection.

Buy a WAKA if: you value the dual mesh boost feature or the smart screen, and you’ve found a retailer with reliable stock of a flavour you like.

Buy an EVOK Blaze if: you want more puffs, more flavour choice and a device you can reorder any week of the year.

Buy a CRWN Infinity if: maximum longevity is the goal and you’re quick enough to catch its limited stock drops.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is WAKA vape legal in Australia?

Nicotine vaping products in Australia are regulated under the TGA’s prescription-based access scheme. Adults of legal vaping age can purchase disposable vapes like WAKA devices within the framework of that scheme. We sell to adults only. This article is informational, not legal advice — for specific regulatory questions, check the TGA’s vaping information page.

How many puffs does a WAKA vape have?

It depends on the model. The WAKA soPro PA10000 is rated for 10,000 puffs, the soPro DM8000i for 8,000 puffs, and the WAKA Smash for 6,000 puffs. For comparison, the EVOK Blaze offers 12,000 puffs and the CRWN Infinity 25,000.

Where can I buy WAKA vapes in Australia?

WAKA availability in Australia is inconsistent — stock is import-dependent and varies significantly between retailers and months. If you’re after a device you can reliably reorder, locally stocked alternatives like the EVOK Blaze or IGET Bar Pro are easier to find week to week.

WAKA vs IGET — which is better?

They’re closely matched on hardware. The WAKA soPro PA10000 and the IGET Bar Pro both offer 10,000 puffs, but the Bar Pro counters with a 31-flavour range against WAKA’s roughly nine core options, and it’s much more widely stocked in Australia. Our full IGET Bar Pro review covers the flavour range in detail.

Is WAKA made by RELX?

Yes. WAKA is the disposable vape brand of RELX, the global vaping hardware company best known for its pod systems. That backing is why WAKA devices feature dual mesh coils, smart screens and fast-charging batteries that most generic disposables lack.

Are WAKA vapes rechargeable?

Yes — the current WAKA range is rechargeable via USB-C. The soPro PA10000 and DM8000i carry 850 mAh batteries, while the compact Smash uses a 500 mAh battery; all reach around 80% charge in well under an hour, so you can use every drop of the pre-filled e-liquid.

What flavours does the WAKA soPro PA10000 come in?

The global core menu includes Raspberry Watermelon, Fresh Mint, Watermelon Chill, Strawberry Kiwi, Strawberry Burst, Lychee Burst, Strawberry Banana, Strawberry Mango and Smooth Cappuccino. Australian retailers list varying subsets and occasionally additional flavours depending on the import batch.