ELF Bar Mate 500 Pod Starter Kit

The rechargeable Elf Bar that takes both prefilled and refillable pods. The Mate 500 is a pen-style pod kit built from aluminium alloy with a matte finish that feels solid despite weighing almost nothing. 500mAh battery. Draw-activated. USB-C charging. No buttons for firing, no settings, no screen. Inhale and it works.

Compatible with prefilled P1 pods (29+ flavours at 20mg) and Mate 500 refillable pods (fill with your own nic salt or 50/50). The 1.2-ohm mesh coil in every pod delivers a tight MTL draw with minimal vapour, close to the feel of smoking. Pirate Vapes stocks the Mate 500 in all six colours. TPD compliant. Over 18s only.

Why vapers choose the ELF Bar Mate 500 Pod Starter Kit:

• Prefilled or refillable, you pick. P1 pods come loaded with 20mg nic salt in 29+ Elf Bar flavours. Mate 500 refillable pods come empty so you choose the liquid and strength. One device, two pod formats, total flexibility.

• Draw-activated with zero settings. Inhale and it fires. That is the entire operating system. No five-click power-on, no wattage menus, no airflow dial. If you can breathe, you can vape the Mate 500.

• Aluminium body that fits anywhere. 104.5mm long and 11.4mm wide. Thinner than a marker pen. The metal body feels more substantial than plastic kits and survives daily pocket carry without cracking or flexing.

• Constant voltage keeps flavour steady. Some pod kits drop in flavour as the battery drains. The Mate 500 holds its output level from full charge to low, so the last puff of the day tastes the same as the first.

• USB-C charges in under an hour. The 500mAh battery covers a full day for most MTL vapers. When it runs out, plug it in and you are back in roughly 30-60 minutes.

ELF Bar Mate 500 Pod Starter Kit Features

Aluminium Alloy Body with Matte Finish

The Mate 500 is built from aluminium, not plastic. The matte coating resists fingerprints and adds grip. The metal body gives the device a weight and texture that feels more like a quality pen than a disposable vape. At 11.4mm wide, it is one of the slimmest pod kits available and sits comfortably between two fingers.

Draw-Activated with No Buttons

Inhale through the mouthpiece and the device fires instantly. There is no fire button, no power button, no click sequence to turn it on. The Mate 500 is always ready. Pull the pod out to stop vaping. The draw activation responds quickly enough that there is no perceptible delay between inhaling and the coil firing.

Dual Pod Compatibility: Prefilled and Refillable

The Mate 500 accepts two pod types through the same connection. Prefilled P1 pods come loaded with 20mg Nic Salt in your chosen Elf Bar flavour. Refillable Mate 500 pods come empty so you fill them with whatever liquid you prefer. Switch between the two whenever you want. Convenience on Monday, savings on Tuesday.

Constant Voltage Output

Most pod kits taper their power as the battery drains. The Mate 500 runs on constant voltage, which means the coil fires at the same intensity whether the battery is at 100% or 15%. The flavour does not fade as the battery drops. You get the same draw quality right until the LED flashes low.

USB-C Fast Charging with LED Indicator

The USB-C port is on the base of the device. The LED indicator glows during charging and switches off when full. Most users report a charge time of 30-60 minutes from flat. The LED also glows during each draw and flashes to warn you when the battery needs topping up.

ELF Bar Mate 500 Pod Starter Kit Colours List

Six colours across the range. The Aurora finishes carry a gradient shimmer. The solid finishes keep things classic. All share the same aluminium alloy body and matte texture.

• Black: Clean matte black, the most popular choice. Understated and pocketable

• Silver: Polished metallic silver with a subtle sheen against the matte body

• Grey: Neutral slate grey, sits between black and silver. Low profile

• Aurora Blue: Gradient blue with a shifting shimmer under light

• Aurora Pink: Soft gradient pink with iridescent tones. Lighter than expected

• Aurora Purple: Deep purple gradient that shifts between violet and dark blue

How to Set Up the ELF Bar Mate 500 Pod Starter Kit

1. Charge. Connect the USB-C cable (included) to the port on the base of the device. The LED glows during charging and switches off when full. About 30-60 minutes from flat.

2. Choose your pod type. Prefilled P1 pod or refillable Mate 500 pod. Your call.

3. Prepare a P1 pod (if using prefilled). Remove the pod from its packaging. Pull off the rubber plug from the top and the cover from the base. Push the red plastic seal at the bottom of the pod upward until it clicks. This breaks the freshness barrier and lets the liquid reach the coil.

4. Prepare a refillable pod (if using refillable). Peel back the rubber bung on the side. Fill with your nic salt or 50/50 up to the 2ml line. Press the bung shut. Let the pod sit for ten minutes to prime the coil.

5. Insert the pod. Slide the pod into the top of the Mate 500 device. It should click in securely.

6. Vape. Inhale through the mouthpiece. The device fires automatically. No button to press.

What's in the ELF Bar Mate 500 Pod Starter Kit Box

The starter kit ships with the ELF Bar Mate 500 device(aluminium body, 500mAh battery, LED indicator) in your chosen colour, a USB-C charging cable, and a user manual. Pods are not included in the device-only version.

If purchasing the starter kit bundle, it may include P1 pods depending on the listing. Browse P1 prefilled pods and Mate 500 refillable pods at Pirate Vapes.

The Perfect Match for P1 Prefilled and Mate 500 Refillable Pods

The Mate 500 accepts two pod formats through the same connection. No other Elf Bar device uses these pods.

P1 Prefilled Pods:

• Capacity: 2ml prefilled with 20mg nic salt

• Coil: 1.2Ω mesh (sealed)

• Flavours: 29+ from the Elf Bar range

• How they work: Push the red freshness seal, insert, inhale. No filling needed

• Best for: Vapers who want zero maintenance and Elf Bar flavours ready to go

Mate 500 Refillable Pods:

• Capacity: 2ml (fill your own)

• Coil: 1.2Ω mesh (sealed)

• Fill: Side-fill with rubber bung

• Refills: 5-7 per pod before the coil fades

• Best for: Vapers who want to choose their own liquid, strength, and flavour

Not Compatible With:

• ELFA and ELFA Pro Pods (different pod platform)

• ELFBAR 600 pods (different pod shape)

• ELFX pods (different system)

• Any non-Elf Bar pods

About Elf Bar

Elf Bar became the UK's most recognised vape brand through its disposable range, and the Mate 500 was one of the First Rechargeable Kits they built to carry that reputation forward. The idea was simple: same

Elf Bar flavours, same compact size, same draw-activated simplicity, but with a rechargeable battery so the whole device does not end up in a bin after 600 puffs. The dual pod system (prefilled P1 and refillable) gives users the choice between convenience and customisation. Browse the Full Elf Bar Vapes collection at Pirate Vapes.

Stock Up and Save

The Mate 500 takes two pod types, and Pirate Vapes stocks both. Prefilled P1 pods for convenience. Refillable pods in bulk packs of 3, 15, or 30 for long-term savings. Every pod and device is TPD compliant, MHRA-notified, and sold through an age-verified checkout. We ship tracked in secure packaging so nothing arrives loose or damaged. Same-day dispatch before 4pm. Free Pirate Post over £25.

Conclusion

Aluminium body. Draw-activated. Prefilled or refillable. Charges in under an hour. Thinner than a marker pen. The ELF Bar Mate 500 is the simplest way to keep vaping Elf Bar flavours without producing disposable waste. P1 pods for grab-and-go convenience. Refillable pods for your own liquid.

If you want a pod kit that requires genuinely zero thought to operate, the Mate 500 is it. Pick one up from Pirate Vapes and pair it with pods from our Elf Bar vapes collection.

FAQs

What pods does this use? 

Two types. P1 prefilled pods (29+ Elf Bar flavours, 20mg nic salt, ready to vape) and Mate 500 refillable pods (empty, fill with your own liquid). Both fit the same device.

Is there a fire button? 

No. The Mate 500 is entirely draw-activated. Inhale to vape. There is no button on the device for firing.

Can I use ELFA pods in this? 

No. The Mate 500 and the ELFA/ELFA Pro use completely different pod platforms. They are not interchangeable.

What is the red seal on the P1 pod? 

A freshness barrier that keeps the e-liquid and coil separated during storage. Push it upward from the base of the pod before inserting. This activates the pod and lets the liquid reach the coil.

Is the USB-C cable included? 

Yes. The starter kit includes a USB-C charging cable and user manual.

Is this good for someone coming off disposables? 

Yes. The Mate 500 was designed specifically as a rechargeable alternative to Elf Bar disposables. Same draw style, same compact format, same Elf Bar flavours via P1 pods. The only difference is you recharge the battery instead of binning the whole device.