The best vape shop in Manchester is Totally Wicked on Cross Street, rated 4.9 from more than 930 Google reviews. Outside the centre, Fruity Vapes in Chorlton is the standout independent, with a 4.9 rating from over 600 reviews.
Manchester has vape shops on almost every high street, but quality varies a lot. The city centre has the biggest stores and the latest hours, while Chorlton, Fallowfield and Didsbury have friendly local shops that know their regulars. These are the eight we rate highest.
Quick Picks
| Rank | Shop | Area | Google rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Totally Wicked | City Centre | 4.9 (935) | Best all-rounder |
| 2 | Fruity Vapes | Chorlton | 4.9 (618) | Independent range |
| 3 | Tutzys Central & Vape Central | Piccadilly | 4.8 (774) | Late evenings in town |
| 4 | Vape & Mobiles | Fallowfield | 4.9 (241) | Students and midnight hours |
| 5 | Manchester Vapeman | Northern Quarter | 4.8 (197) | Rewards and nicotine alternatives |
| 6 | Elite Cigs | Didsbury | 4.7 (72) | Honest repairs |
| 7 | Mist Vapes | Whalley Range | 4.7 (18) | Family-run value |
| 8 | Didsbury Vapes | Didsbury | 5.0 (10) | Parking and range |
How We Picked These Shops
We reviewed vape shops across Manchester on Google Maps, removed online-only sellers, convenience stores and shops with repeated reports of fake stock, 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 8 Best Vape Shops in Manchester
1. Totally Wicked: Best All-Rounder
- Address: 41 Cross Street, Manchester M2 4JE
- Phone: 0161 819 2187
- Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am to 6pm, Friday and Saturday 9am to 7pm, Sunday 11am to 5pm
- Google rating: 4.9 from 935 reviews
- Website: totallywicked-eliquid.co.uk
- Map: View on Google Maps
With over 930 reviews and a 4.9 average, the Cross Street branch of Totally Wicked is one of the most trusted vape shops in the North West. Reviewers describe the warmest welcome they have had anywhere, high quality products and staff who make sure you know about current deals.
Pros: Huge review history, central location, open seven days
Cons: Mostly own-brand e-liquid range
2. Fruity Vapes: Best Independent Range
- Address: 386b Barlow Moor Road, Chorlton, Manchester M21 8BH
- Phone: 0161 881 1002
- Hours: Monday and Tuesday 10:30am to 7:30pm, Wednesday to Friday 11:30am to 7pm, Saturday and Sunday 10:30am to 7:30pm
- Google rating: 4.9 from 618 reviews
- Map: View on Google Maps
Fruity Vapes is Chorlton’s favourite vape shop. Staff are praised for patiently showing first-timers how to fill and use a device, and the shop carries a wide range of kits, liquids and CBD products.
Pros: Wide range, beginner friendly, open late at weekends
Cons: One reviewer reported an unfriendly encounter at opening time
3. Tutzys Central & Vape Central: Best for Late Evenings in Town
- Address: Parker Street, Manchester M1 4AJ
- Phone: 0161 236 9763
- Hours: Monday to Wednesday 7:30am to 9:45pm, Thursday and Friday 7:30am to 10:45pm, Saturday 9am to 10:45pm, Sunday 9am to 9:45pm
- Google rating: 4.8 from 774 reviews
- Map: View on Google Maps
By Piccadilly Gardens, Tutzys combines a vape counter with sweets and convenience items, and stays open until almost 11pm. Staff help you match refillable devices and flavours to your preferences.
Pros: Very long hours, central Piccadilly location
Cons: Mixed reviews on staff attitude
4. Vape & Mobiles: Best for Students
- Address: Sherwood Centre, 268 Wilmslow Road, Fallowfield, Manchester M14 6JR
- Phone: 07359 133690
- Hours: Every day 8am to midnight
- Google rating: 4.9 from 241 reviews
- Map: View on Google Maps
In the heart of Fallowfield’s student area, Vape & Mobiles is open until midnight every day. Reviewers specifically praise its strict ID checks, and it also fixes phones.
Pros: Open until midnight, responsible ID checks, phone repairs
Cons: Smaller vape range than specialist stores
5. Manchester Vapeman: Best for Rewards and Nicotine Alternatives
- Address: 77 Lever Street, Manchester M1 1FL
- Phone: 0161 661 5385
- Hours: Monday to Thursday 8am to 10pm, Friday 8am to 11pm, Saturday 10am to 11pm, Sunday 10am to 9pm
- Google rating: 4.8 from 197 reviews
- Website: manchestervapeman.com
- Map: View on Google Maps
In the Northern Quarter, Manchester Vapeman stocks vapes, heated tobacco and nicotine pouches, with a rewards scheme and regular bargains. One customer says a faulty vape was replaced without even checking the receipt.
Pros: Late hours, rewards, easy replacements
Cons: No DIY flavour concentrates
6. Elite Cigs: Best for Honest Repairs
- Address: 727 Wilmslow Road, Didsbury, Manchester M20 6WF
- Phone: 0161 448 8752
- Hours: Monday to Friday 10am to 6pm, Saturday 10am to 8pm, Sunday 11am to 4pm
- Google rating: 4.7 from 72 reviews
- Map: View on Google Maps
Elite Cigs in Didsbury Village earns trust by fixing problems instead of selling replacements. One reviewer’s broken device turned out to need only a new coil, and prices are close to online.
Pros: Honest advice, good liquid prices, mod expertise
Cons: Shorter weekday hours
7. Mist Vapes: Best Family-Run Value
- Address: 203 Upper Chorlton Road, Manchester M16 0BH
- Phone: 07466 469557
- Hours: Monday to Saturday 11am to 8:30pm, Sunday 11am to 7pm
- Google rating: 4.7 from 18 reviews
- Map: View on Google Maps
Mist Vapes is a friendly family business with a big selection of devices and liquids. Regulars say it has some of the best deals in the area.
Pros: Good deals, open evenings and Sundays
Cons: Smaller review history
8. Didsbury Vapes: Best for Parking and Range
- Address: 2 Queensway, Manchester M19 1QP
- Phone: 0161 566 4935
- Hours: Monday to Saturday 10am to 8pm, Sunday 12pm to 6pm
- Google rating: 5.0 from 10 reviews
- Map: View on Google Maps
Didsbury Vapes has parking directly outside and a carefully chosen range of liquids and accessories. Reviewers mention staff happily exchanging the wrong pods, even after opening.
Pros: Parking outside, easy exchanges, fully stocked
Cons: Few reviews so far
Best Vape Shops by Area
- City Centre and Northern Quarter: Totally Wicked, Tutzys, Manchester Vapeman
- South Manchester (Chorlton, Whalley Range): Fruity Vapes, Mist Vapes
- Fallowfield: Vape & Mobiles
- Didsbury: Elite Cigs, Didsbury Vapes
Vape Shops Open Late or on Sunday in Manchester
Vape & Mobiles in Fallowfield is open until midnight every day. In the centre, Manchester Vapeman stays open until 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays, and Tutzys until 10:45pm. Every shop on this list opens on Sundays.
Buying Vapes in Manchester: What to Know
- You must be 18 or over. Expect ID checks under Challenge 25, especially in student areas.
- Single-use disposables are banned. Since 1 June 2025, shops can no longer sell single-use vapes. Read our guide to the geek bar ban texas for what you can still buy.
- Avoid fake stock. Burnt tasting pods straight from the pack are a red flag. Learn how to spot fake vapes before buying.
FAQs
What is the best vape shop in Manchester?
Totally Wicked on Cross Street is the best overall, with a 4.9 Google rating from 935 reviews.
Which vape shop in Manchester is open latest?
Vape & Mobiles in Fallowfield is open until midnight every day. In the city centre, Manchester Vapeman is open until 11pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Which vape shops in Manchester are open on Sunday?
All eight shops on this list open on Sundays, though hours are shorter at Totally Wicked, Elite Cigs and Didsbury Vapes.
Which Manchester vape shop is best for beginners?
Fruity Vapes in Chorlton is the best for beginners, with staff who show you how to fill and use your device. Our guide to Refillable Vapes helps you choose.
Are disposable vapes still sold in Manchester?
No. Single-use disposables have been banned across the UK since 1 June 2025. Shops now sell refillable kits instead. See our Lost Mary flavours guide for popular options.
Own a Vape Shop in Manchester?
We update this guide regularly. If you run a vape shop in Manchester 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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