Elfbar Elfa Test – How many " puffs " do these popular pods really have?
The Elfa " Elfbar " is the most popular prefilled pod system in Switzerland. The manufacturer claims it delivers up to 600 puffs per pod—a figure that appeals to many consumers. But is it really true?
At Shisha Heaven Vape Lab, we put the Elfa Pod through extensive testing. Using a puff-counting machine, we simulate real- puffs s under everyday conditions. The result: the device delivers far fewer puffs than advertised. The video shows you the exact test:
Elfbar Elfa – Effective number of puffs in Laboratory Testing
| Model | Manufacturer information | Test result |
| Elfa Pod (1.1 Ohm) | 600 puffs | 324 puffs (54%) |
👉 Conclusion: In our test, the Elfa Pod from Elfbar achieved only about half of the advertised puffs.
Is it worth buying despite the deviation?
Even though the number of puffs is lower than promised, the Elfbar Elfa remains an excellent choice:
- Reusable device with stylish design
- Large selection of flavors
- Pods easy to replace
- Compact design, ideal for on the go
👉 Buy Elfbar Pods now in the Shisha Heaven Shop
How many puffs do the different Elfa Pods have?
| Pod type | Ohm | Manufacturer information | Test result | Effective puffs |
| Elfa Prefilled Pods | 1.1 Ohm | 600 | 324 | approx. 54 % |
| Elfa Empty Pods | 1.1 Ohm | ~600 (depending on the liquid) | ~320 | similar to Prefilled |
| Elfa Turbo Pods | 0.8 Ohm | 600 | ~250-270 | significantly less |
👉 Note: The lower the resistance (ohms), the more vapor—but the less puffs.
Why are the manufacturer's specifications not correct?
The figure of 600 pulls is based on ideal laboratory values with extremely short, gentle pulls. In reality, pulling is more intensive and longer, which significantly increases consumption.
Only through independent testing, such as that conducted at Vape Lab, can we determine how many puffs are actually possible.
Factors That Influence the number of puffs
- Amount of liquid: more ml = more puffs
- Resistance: 1.1 Ohm more efficient, 0.8 Ohm consumed faster
- Power: high watts = more consumption
- Airflow: open draught = less consumption per inhalation
Most Elfa pods operate at 1.1 ohms (prefilled and empty pods) and hold 2 ml of e-liquid. On average, this yields approximately 300–330 puffs.
Conclusion on the Elfbar Elfa test
In testing, the Elfa " Elfbar " achieved a score of 324 instead of 600 puffs. Even though the score is lower than advertised, the device impresses with:
- excellent taste
- Flexible pod selection
- handy, reusable design
FAQ - Elfbar Elfa laboratory test
We answer all your questions about our Elfbar Elfa laboratory test.
How many " puffs " does an Elfa Pod really have?
In the Vape Lab test: approx. 324 instead of the specified 600.
Do all Elfa Pods have the same number of puffs?
No - Prefilled and empty pods (1.1 Ohm) are ~320, turbo pods (0.8 Ohm) only ~250-270.
Which Elfa pods last the longest?
The 1.1 Ohm pods (Prefilled & Empty) - they are more efficient than the Turbo version.
Which Elfa pods offer the most intense vapor experience?
The Turbo Pods (0.8 ohms) – more vapor, but less puffs.
How many ohms do the pre-filled Elfa pods have?
1.1 ohms – optimized for a balance between flavor and number of puffs.
Is the Elfa " Elfbar " worth recommending despite having fewer " puffs "?
Yes - it remains one of the most popular pod systems, precisely because of its variety of flavors, 3 nicotine strengths and high suitability for everyday use.
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.