The best vape shop in Cardiff is Vape Superstore on Leckwith Road, with a perfect 5.0 rating from more than 2,000 Google reviews. For a friendly independent near the city centre, Zapp Ecigs on Crwys Road also holds a perfect 5.0 from nearly 1,000 reviews.
Cardiff’s vape scene is dominated by excellent independents. Cathays and Roath, with their large student populations, have several of the best rated shops in Wales, while Vape Superstore offers one of the biggest ranges in the UK. These are the seven we rate highest.
Quick Picks
| Rank | Shop | Area | Google rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Vape Superstore | Leckwith | 5.0 (2,037) | Biggest range |
| 2 | Zapp Ecigs | Cathays | 5.0 (978) | Service in store and online |
| 3 | Vape Nation | Cathays | 4.9 (388) | Loyalty stamps |
| 4 | Vape Labs | Adamsdown | 5.0 (52) | Late nights |
| 5 | The Vape Escape | Splott | 5.0 (46) | Quitting smoking |
| 6 | Infinity Mist | Roath | 5.0 (34) | New vapers |
| 7 | Vape Empire | Whitchurch Road | 5.0 (9) | North Cardiff |
How We Picked These Shops
We reviewed vape shops across Cardiff on Google Maps, removed off-licences and listings with repeated complaints or too few reviews, and ranked the rest on Google rating, review volume, staff knowledge, genuine products, range and opening hours. No shop paid to appear in this ranking.
The 7 Best Vape Shops in Cardiff
1. Vape Superstore: Best for Range
- Address: Unit 2, Leckwith Road, Cardiff CF11 8AP (next to Bedworld)
- Phone: 029 2240 0977
- Hours: Monday to Saturday 7am to 8pm, Sunday 9am to 6pm
- Google rating: 5.0 from 2,037 reviews
- Website: vape-superstore.co.uk
- Map: View on Google Maps
With over 2,000 perfect reviews, Vape Superstore is one of the most highly rated vape shops in the UK. Reviewers describe a selection Cardiff has never seen before, great multi-buy deals on salts and staff who fix problems for free and refund quickly.
Pros: Huge range, opens at 7am, outstanding reviews
Cons: Out of the city centre, best by car
2. Zapp Ecigs: Best for Service In Store and Online
- Address: 44 Crwys Road, Cardiff CF24 4NN
- Phone: 07931 077112
- Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 7pm, Saturday 10am to 6pm, Sunday 11am to 5pm
- Google rating: 5.0 from 978 reviews
- Map: View on Google Maps
Zapp Ecigs combines a well stocked Cathays shop with reliable online ordering and signed-for delivery. Customers praise staff for setting up new pens and stocking hard to find strengths like 3mg liquid.
Pros: Near perfect service, online ordering, open Sundays
Cons: Small shop gets busy
3. Vape Nation: Best for Loyalty Stamps
- Address: 95 Woodville Road, Cardiff CF24 4DX
- Phone: 07894 470860
- Hours: Every day 10am to 7pm
- Google rating: 4.9 from 388 reviews
- Map: View on Google Maps
Vape Nation in Cathays is praised for honest service and some of the best prices in town. Its stamp card gives you money off after four purchases.
Pros: Loyalty stamps, good prices, open seven days
Cons: Shorter evening hours than late-night shops
4. Vape Labs: Best for Late Nights
- Address: 37A Broadway, Cardiff CF24 1QE
- Phone: 07833 213326
- Hours: Monday to Saturday 8am to midnight, Sunday 9am to midnight
- Google rating: 5.0 from 52 reviews
- Map: View on Google Maps
Open until midnight every day, Vape Labs on Broadway is the go-to after hours. Reviewers call it a hidden gem with a wide flavour choice and staff who set up your kit.
Pros: Open until midnight daily, friendly owner
Cons: Smaller review history
5. The Vape Escape: Best for Quitting Smoking
- Address: 46 Splott Road, Cardiff CF24 2DA
- Phone: 01656 530004
- Hours: Monday to Saturday 9:30am to 5:30pm, closed Sunday
- Google rating: 5.0 from 46 reviews
- Website: thevapeescape.co.uk
- Map: View on Google Maps
One customer credits The Vape Escape’s advice with finally helping them quit cigarettes. Staff are described as welcoming and knowledgeable, and faulty devices are replaced without fuss.
Pros: Great for quitting smokers, easy replacements
Cons: Closed Sundays
6. Infinity Mist: Best for New Vapers
- Address: 34 Albany Road, Cardiff CF24 3RQ
- Hours: Monday to Saturday 9am to 6pm, closed Sunday
- Google rating: 5.0 from 34 reviews
- Map: View on Google Maps
Infinity Mist on Albany Road is a newer shop with a strong start. Reviewers say staff make sure you have the right setup and tell you honestly which flavours are worth buying.
Pros: Honest flavour advice, good prices
Cons: Closed Sundays
7. Vape Empire: Best for North Cardiff
- Address: Whitchurch Road, Cardiff CF14 3LY
- Phone: 07737 823484
- Google rating: 5.0 from 9 reviews
- Map: View on Google Maps
Vape Empire is a convenient option for Heath and Gabalfa, with customers praising its service.
Pros: Convenient for north Cardiff
Cons: Few reviews, hours not listed online
Best Vape Shops by Area
- Cathays and Roath: Zapp Ecigs, Vape Nation, Infinity Mist
- Adamsdown and Splott: Vape Labs, The Vape Escape
- Leckwith: Vape Superstore
- North Cardiff: Vape Empire
Vape Shops Open Late or on Sunday in Cardiff
Vape Labs on Broadway is open until midnight every day. Vape Superstore opens earliest, at 7am Monday to Saturday. On Sundays, Vape Superstore, Zapp Ecigs, Vape Nation and Vape Labs are open.
Buying Vapes in Cardiff: What to Know
- You must be 18 or over. Expect ID checks under Challenge 25.
- Single-use disposables are banned. Since 1 June 2025, shops can no longer sell single-use vapes in Wales. Read our guide to the are geek bars banned for what you can still buy.
- Avoid fake stock. Learn where can you buy a vape before buying from an unfamiliar seller.
FAQs
What is the best vape shop in Cardiff?
Vape Superstore on Leckwith Road is the best overall, with a perfect 5.0 Google rating from over 2,000 reviews.
Which vape shop in Cardiff is open latest?
Vape Labs on Broadway is open until midnight every day of the week.
Which vape shops in Cardiff are open on Sunday?
Vape Superstore, Zapp Ecigs, Vape Nation and Vape Labs are open on Sundays.
Which Cardiff vape shop is best for beginners?
The Vape Escape in Splott and Infinity Mist on Albany Road are ideal for beginners. Our guide to where to buy flavored vapes in california helps you choose a first device.
Are disposable vapes still sold in Cardiff?
No. Single-use disposables have been banned across the UK, including Wales, since 1 June 2025. Shops now sell refillable kits instead. See our best ecig flavour for popular options.
Own a Vape Shop in Cardiff?
We update this guide regularly. If you run a vape shop in Cardiff and want to be considered, or want to update your listing, contact the VapeFeat team. We only list shops with genuine stock and a solid review history.
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