Al Fakher Vape Guide: Understanding Models and Specifications
Al Fakher is best known as a shisha tobacco brand from the United Arab Emirates, but it now sells a range of vapes too. This Al Fakher vape guide explains which models we could verify, what their specifications mean and how they differ. It also shows why the UK range looks so different from the models sold elsewhere.
The guide covers vaping devices only, not shisha tobacco or nicotine pouches. In addition, every specification links to its source. Where the evidence is thin, or sources disagree, we say so.
Vaping products are for adult smokers and existing vapers. Nicotine is addictive, and the NHS says that vaping is not completely harmless and that children and non-smokers should never vape.
Al Fakher vape models at a glance
Two ranges. UK kits use 2 ml pods and 10 ml prefilled refills, while models sold outside the UK use one large tank of up to 60 ml.
Nicotine depends on the market. UK kits list 6 mg or 20 mg per ml. However, several models sold elsewhere list 50 mg per ml, which is above the UK and EU limit.
Puff counts are not comparable. Stated counts work out at about 440 to 2,500 puffs per millilitre, so compare millilitres of e-liquid instead.
Strict UK rules. The UK banned single-use vapes from 1 June 2025, and every vaping product sold there must carry a duty stamp from 1 April 2027.
Who makes Al Fakher vapes?
The official Al Fakher website describes a shisha brand founded in 1999 and sold in more than 100 countries. Its operator, according to the site, is AIR IP Holdings Ltd, based in the Dubai International Financial Centre (Al Fakher). A UK retailer adds that the brand began in Ajman, in the UAE (Vape Connect).
According to GTR Magazine in December 2025, the parent company is AIR, short for Advanced Inhalation Rituals. The same report said AIR planned a pod-based vape system under the Al Fakher name for the second quarter of 2026.
However, the official website we checked did not list vape products or specifications. Several look-alike websites also use the brand name in their web address, and we could not confirm that any of them is run by the brand owner. So treat an “official” label on a vape website with caution until the brand confirms it.
The Al Fakher vape range
Most Al Fakher vape model names end in a stated puff count, such as 3K or 30K. That number is a claim, not a measurement. In general, the models fall into two groups: kits built for UK rules, and models sold in other markets.
UK prefilled pod kits
Mini 3K. A compact device with replaceable 2 ml pods, 20 mg/ml nicotine salt and USB-C charging (Vaping360). A UK retailer’s launch post also lists a 550 mAh battery and a mesh coil (Power Vape Shop).
Pro Max 12K. The same launch post lists a 900 mAh battery, a 1.0 Ω mesh coil and 20 mg/ml nicotine salt. Similarly, a retailer’s product image describes a 2 ml pod with an 8 ml refill container (Ecig One).
Hypermax 30K. An 850 mAh battery, a built-in 2 ml pod and two 10 ml prefilled refills, giving 22 ml in total. It also has a 0.6 Ω mesh coil, 6 mg/ml nicotine, USB-C charging and an LED display (Ecig One). It replaced the earlier Crown Bar 15K Hypermax.
Hypermax Prime 50K. A 1000 mAh battery and two 10 ml prefilled containers that clip into a replaceable module with its own mesh coil. Furthermore, it uses 6 mg/ml freebase nicotine, adjustable airflow and fast USB-C charging (Planet of the Vapes review, July 2026).
Nic salt e-liquids. In addition, UK retailers list Al Fakher nicotine salt e-liquid in 10 ml bottles at 10 mg/ml and 20 mg/ml (Vape Connect).
UK retailers also list a Supermax 6K and a Cubic 30K kit. However, we found no reliable specifications for them.
Models sold outside the UK
Crown Bar 8000. An 18 ml tank, a 600 mAh battery, USB-C charging and a 0.6 Ω mesh coil, according to two Czech notices from June 2025. The inspected packs gave 5 mg/ml nicotine. In contrast, an Australian retailer listed the same model at 5%, which is 50 mg/ml (2Firsts, May 2024).
Crown Bar Ultra 25K. An 800 mAh battery, a mesh coil, 5% nicotine, USB-C charging, a curved screen, and standard and boost modes (Vaping360). However, the listing does not state the e-liquid volume.
Crown Bar Cloud Force Max 50K. An e-hookah style device with a 60 ml tank, a 2200 mAh battery, a 0.2 Ω mesh coil and 50 mg nicotine (Vaping360).
Crown Bar 60K E-hose X. A 1000 mAh battery, a mesh coil, adjustable airflow and 6 mg nicotine (Vaping360). Again, the listing does not state the e-liquid volume.
As described, three of these four models cannot meet UK and EU rules, because each lists a tank far above 2 ml or nicotine above 20 mg/ml. The E-hose X lists 6 mg nicotine, but its sources give no e-liquid volume, so we could not check it.
Al Fakher model comparison table
This table lists only Al Fakher vape figures from sources we opened. Regulator notices describe packs that inspectors examined, so they are the strongest evidence. Retailer and database listings, by comparison, are weaker. A model’s place here does not mean you can lawfully buy or sell it where you live.
To prevent page overflow, I recommend converting the six-column table into a responsive three-column table using Model and market, Specifications, and Evidence. This keeps all eight models and their original details while making the content easier to read.
Model and market
Specifications
Evidence
Mini 3K (UK)
E-liquid: 2 ml per pod
Battery: 550 mAh, USB-C
Coil: Mesh
Nicotine: 20 mg/ml salt
Database; retailer post
Pro Max 12K (UK)
E-liquid: 2 ml pod + 8 ml refill container
Battery: 900 mAh, rechargeable
Coil: 1.0 Ω mesh
Nicotine: 20 mg/ml salt
Retailer listings
Hypermax 30K (UK)
E-liquid: 2 ml pod + 2 × 10 ml refills (22 ml total)
E-liquid by Al Fakher vape model. In fact, the UK kits keep every pod at 2 ml and every refill at 10 ml or less, whereas the overseas models use one large tank.
Key differences between Al Fakher models
The models differ most on how they hold their liquid, followed by nicotine strength, battery and coil.
Pod and refill design
UK law caps a nicotine tank at 2 ml and a refill container at 10 ml. As a result, the UK kits pair a 2 ml pod with prefilled 10 ml refills. The Hypermax 30K, for example, holds 22 ml in total, yet no single part holds more than 10 ml.
The models sold outside the UK, by contrast, put all their liquid in one tank. The Crown Bar 8000 holds 18 ml, and the Cloud Force Max 50K holds 60 ml.
How a pod-and-refill kit stays within UK limits. We drew a generic device, so this is not any one product.
Nicotine strength by market
The UK and EU cap nicotine at 20 mg/ml. The Mini 3K and Pro Max 12K sit at that limit, while the Hypermax 30K and Hypermax Prime 50K use 6 mg/ml. Meanwhile, the Ultra 25K and Cloud Force Max 50K list 50 mg, which is two and a half times the limit.
Lower strength also changes how a kit feels. For instance, the Hypermax Prime 50K uses freebase nicotine, whereas the Mini 3K and Pro Max 12K use nicotine salt.
Listed nicotine strength by model and market. Several models sold outside the UK list two and a half times the UK and EU limit.
Battery and charging
Every model with a stated battery recharges, and most use USB-C. For instance, the UK kits carry 550 mAh to 1000 mAh. However, the Cloud Force Max 50K carries 2200 mAh, because it has 60 ml of liquid to vaporise.
Coils and airflow
Most models use a mesh coil. Where stated, resistance ranges from 1.0 Ω on the Pro Max 12K down to 0.2 Ω on the Cloud Force Max 50K. Lower resistance generally means more power and more vapour, which also uses liquid faster.
In addition, the Hypermax Prime 50K puts its coil inside a replaceable module, so each new module brings a fresh coil. Its airflow also adjusts from a tight mouth-to-lung draw to an open direct-to-lung draw.
Where sources disagree
In particular, two figures conflict. Firstly, Czech inspectors recorded 5 mg/ml on Crown Bar 8000 packs, whereas an Australian retailer listed the same model at 5%. That is a tenfold difference, so the model name alone tells you little about the product.
Secondly, one retailer lists the Hypermax 30K at “up to 30,000 puffs” for the kit but “up to 15,000 puffs per pod” for the refills. Neither source explains the gap between them. So rely on the pack and leaflet of the Al Fakher vape in front of you.
How to read Al Fakher specifications
Reading the specifications of any Al Fakher vape comes down to four numbers: e-liquid volume, battery capacity, coil resistance and nicotine strength. However, the puff count is the least reliable figure on the pack.
Puff counts are estimates
A puff count is the manufacturer’s estimate. For example, dividing each stated puff count by the stated e-liquid volume gives about 440 puffs per millilitre for the Crown Bar 8000. The same sum gives 1,360 for the Hypermax 30K and 2,500 for the Hypermax Prime 50K.
A spread that wide shows that you cannot compare the counts between models. Instead, compare millilitres of e-liquid.
Battery capacity in mAh
Milliamp-hours measure stored charge. However, the figure only tells you how long a device runs between charges when you weigh it against coil resistance and how much liquid there is to vaporise.
Coil resistance in ohms
Resistance, shown as Ω, therefore affects how much power the coil draws. Note that mesh describes the coil’s construction, not its strength.
Nicotine strength in mg/ml and per cent
A strength of 20 mg/ml is the same as 2%, so a 5% label means 50 mg/ml. Nicotine salt and freebase, meanwhile, describe the form of the nicotine, not the amount.
Authenticity, labelling and UK rules
A product’s pack tells you far more than its listing, so start every check there.
Checking that a product is genuine
These six checks work for any Al Fakher vape, whichever model you have.
Buy from a reputable retailer. The NHS advises this so that UK safety and quality rules cover the product.
Read the pack for a manufacturer name and address. Czech inspectors found that Crown Bar 8000 packs named no manufacturer, distributor or importer at all.
Check the nicotine strength. In the UK, anything above 20 mg/ml, or 2%, is above the legal limit.
Search the MHRA list in the UK. Producers must notify nicotine vapes to the MHRA, which publishes them before they go on sale. You can search the MHRA’s notified products list by brand or submitter.
Look for a UK duty stamp. Products made or imported from 1 October 2026 need one. From 1 April 2027, every vaping product sold in the UK must carry one. HMRC also says consumers should only buy duty-stamped products.
Be wary of look-alike websites. A web address that contains the brand name does not prove the site belongs to the brand.
a list of all ingredients in descending order by weight
the nicotine content and the delivery per dose
a batch number
a recommendation to keep the product out of reach of children
the warning “This product contains nicotine which is a highly addictive substance”, covering 30% of the front and back
a leaflet with instructions, warnings, possible adverse effects and the producer’s contact details
UK vape rules in 2026
Product limits.Regulation 36 caps tanks at 2 ml, refill containers at 10 ml and nicotine strength at 20 mg/ml.
Single-use ban. Since 1 June 2025, it has been illegal to sell or supply single-use vapes, with or without nicotine. A reusable vape needs a rechargeable battery, a refillable container and a replaceable coil if it has one.
Vaping Products Duty. A duty of £2.20 per 10 ml of vaping liquid took effect on 1 October 2026. On a 22 ml kit such as the Hypermax 30K, for example, that comes to £4.84 before VAT.
Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026. The Act became law on 29 April 2026 and gives ministers powers over packaging, flavours and device features. A consultation opened in July 2026; however, its proposals are not yet law.
Age of sale. Finally, it is illegal to sell vapes to anyone under 18.
Note that one retailer says of the Hypermax 30K that “each pod can only be replaced once”. So find out how you refill any kit before you rely on a seller’s “compliant” label.
Rules in other markets
The EU’s Tobacco Products Directive sets the same core limits of 2 ml, 10 ml and 20 mg/ml. Under those rules, the Czech authorities declared the Crown Bar 8000 a dangerous product in June 2025. They cited the 18 ml tank, about 90 mg of nicotine per device, missing Czech labelling and no EU notification.
Similarly, a consumer alert from Romania’s InfoCons in May 2025, based on a Czech notification, rated the same model a serious risk. It also gave the UAE as the country of origin. These actions concern specific batches on specific dates. In other words, they do not describe every product sold under the name.
Safety basics
Health. The NHS says nicotine is highly addictive and that vaping has not been around long enough to know its long-term risks.
Charging. Fire services advise using the correct charger and never charging a damaged battery. They also warn against leaving a device charging unattended or overnight (Cheshire Fire and Rescue Service).
Disposal. Do not put vapes, pods or batteries in household bins. Instead, use a battery or electrical recycling point.
Reporting. In the UK, you can report a safety problem with an e-cigarette through the MHRA’s Yellow Card scheme.
Frequently asked questions about Al Fakher vapes
Who makes Al Fakher vapes?
Al Fakher is a shisha brand from the UAE, and AIR IP Holdings Ltd in Dubai runs its official website. Trade press names AIR, or Advanced Inhalation Rituals, as the parent company. However, the official site we checked did not list vape products, so we could not match each model to a named manufacturer.
What is the difference between Al Fakher models?
The main difference is how each model holds its liquid. UK kits use a 2 ml pod plus prefilled refills of up to 10 ml each. Models sold elsewhere, by contrast, use one tank of 18 ml to 60 ml. Nicotine strength also differs by market, from 6 mg/ml in some UK kits to 50 mg in some overseas models.
Is an Al Fakher vape rechargeable?
Yes, every model with a stated battery recharges, and most use USB-C. For example, the Hypermax 30K has an 850 mAh battery and the Hypermax Prime 50K has 1000 mAh. In the UK, though, a device also needs a refillable container and a replaceable coil, where it has one, to count as reusable.
How many puffs does an Al Fakher vape really give?
Nobody has published an independent figure, because puff counts are manufacturer estimates. The stated counts work out at between about 440 and 2,500 puffs per millilitre. As a result, you cannot compare them from one model to another. E-liquid volume in millilitres is therefore the more reliable comparison.
What nicotine strength is an Al Fakher vape?
It depends on the model and the market. UK kits list 6 mg/ml or 20 mg/ml, which are within the legal limit. However, models sold elsewhere list strengths up to 50 mg, and one Crown Bar 8000 listing gives 5% where inspected packs gave 5 mg/ml. So check the strength on the pack itself.
Is an Al Fakher vape legal in the UK?
It depends on the individual device, not the brand. A UK device must stay within a 2 ml tank, 10 ml refills and 20 mg/ml, and appear on the MHRA’s list of notified products. It must also be reusable, and from 1 April 2027 it must carry a duty stamp. This is general information, not legal advice.
What does Hypermax mean on an Al Fakher kit?
Hypermax is the name of Al Fakher’s larger UK kits, which add prefilled 10 ml refills to a 2 ml pod. The Hypermax 30K holds 22 ml in total, while the Hypermax Prime 50K holds 20 ml in two containers. Both list 6 mg/ml nicotine.
Why is the Crown Bar 8000 not sold legally in the UK or EU?
Its 18 ml tank is nine times the 2 ml limit. In addition, Czech inspectors found packs with no manufacturer named, no Czech labelling and no EU notification. They declared it a dangerous product in June 2025.
How can I check that an Al Fakher vape is genuine?
Check the pack rather than the listing. Look for a manufacturer name and address, a batch number, the nicotine strength and the nicotine warning. In the UK, also search the MHRA’s notified products list and look for a duty stamp. Finally, be wary of websites that only borrow the brand name in their address.
Where can I find official Al Fakher vape specifications?
The most reliable source we found is the product’s own pack and leaflet. By law, they must state the ingredients, nicotine content and producer contact details. However, the official Al Fakher website we checked in October 2026 did not list vape specifications. Meanwhile, independent reviews and regulator notices give useful detail for specific models.
Conclusion
The Al Fakher vape range splits in two. UK kits keep each pod at 2 ml and each refill at 10 ml or less, whereas models sold elsewhere use one tank of up to 60 ml. That one difference explains most of the others, including nicotine strength and the size of the puff claims.
Overall, independent reviews and regulator notices are the strongest public evidence for these specifications. Retailer listings, by contrast, are weaker and disagree on at least one model, the Crown Bar 8000. Puff counts, meanwhile, are estimates, so avoid comparing them between models.
Whether you can buy or sell a given Al Fakher vape depends on the device and the country. In the UK, for example, that means a reusable product within the 2 ml, 10 ml and 20 mg/ml limits. It must also appear on the MHRA’s notified list and, from April 2027, carry a duty stamp. So check the pack in your hand against those rules rather than relying on a listing.
