Elfbar AF5000 Review – How Many " puffs " Does This Hybrid Vape Really Deliver?
The Elfbar AF5000 is a hybrid vape that is operated with an external, pre-filled tank. The manufacturer Elfbar advertises up to 5000 puffs, but how realistic is this figure really?
At Shisha Heaven Vape Lab, we put the AF5000 model to the test. The result: The actual number of puffs is well below the manufacturer's specification. Check out the test video:
Elfbar AF5000 – Effective " number of puffs " in Lab Tests
Our test shows that the AF5000 achieves only a fraction of the advertised puffs.
| Model | Manufacturer information | Test result |
| Elfbar AF5000 | 5,000 puffs | 1642 puffs (33%) |
👉 Conclusion: In practice, only about one-third of the promised number of puffs is achievable.
Why is the " number of puffs " so low on the AF5000?
The result is not surprising if you know the facts:
- The tank contains 12 ml of liquid - this corresponds to around 6 Elfa pods of 2 ml each.
- An Elfa Pod achieves approximately 324 puffs (in laboratory testing). Realistically, this would amount to about 6 × 324 = 1944 puffs.
- Due to the higher performance of the AF5000, more liquid is vaporized per puff. This automatically leads to fewer puffs per ml of liquid.
👉 The discrepancy is therefore easy to explain: The marketing figures are greatly exaggerated.
Is it still worth buying the AF5000?
Yes—despite its lower number of puffs , the Elfbar AF5000 remains an extremely popular device:
- Practical hybrid system with replaceable tank
- Great variety of flavors
- More vapor & more intense experience than with smaller pod systems
- Equivalent to 6 Elfa pods in a single tank in terms of liquid quantity
👉 If you are looking for a compact device with a high vapor output, the AF5000 is a very good e-cigarette for everyday use.
Factors Affecting the AF5000's " number of puffs "
- Amount of liquid: 12 ml (6× as much as an Elfa Pod)
- Widerstand: tiefer als bei Elfa (vermutlich < 1 Ohm) → mehr Dampf, weniger Züge
- Performance: higher than the Elfbar Elfa → faster consumption
Conclusion on the Elfbar AF5000
In the Shisha Heaven Vape Lab review, the Elfbar AF5000 scored only 1,642 instead of 5,000 puffs. This puts it well below its promised performance, but it does offer an intense vaping experience and a large e-liquid tank.
👉 O rder Elfbar AF5000 now in the Shisha Heaven Shop and find out background information about e-cigarettes & vapes.
FAQ - Elfbar AF5000
We answer the most frequently asked questions about our Elfbar AF5000 lab test.
How many " puffs " does the Elfbar AF5000 really have?
In the test: 1642 instead of the specified 5000.
Why is the puffs 's range so short despite its large fuel tank?
First and foremost, the stated capacity at puffs from Elfbar is exaggerated. Ultimately, it contains “only” 12 ml of e-liquid—which is 6 times more than in an Elfbar Elfa Pod.
How much liquid does the tank contain?
A total of 12 ml, which corresponds to 6 Elfa Pods.
What would be a realistic estimate for the number of puffs ?
About 3,600, if you extrapolate from the manufacturer's specifications for the Elfbar Elfa. Elfbar lists 1,400 puffs for the AF5000—more than a realistic extrapolation would suggest. This results in a significant discrepancy between the manufacturer's specifications and the actual number of puffs.
Who is the AF5000 suitable for?
Ideal for users who rarely want to replace the e-liquid or pods.
Are there more efficient alternatives?
Yes - small devices (e.g. Elfa Pods 1.1 Ohm) are slightly more efficient as they are operated with less power. But the difference is small.
Vape & e-cigarettes
Enrico Di Martino is product manager at vape store Shisha Heaven and writes in-depth specialist articles on the subject of vapes and e-cigarettes.