The best Uwell for most people is a Caliburn G5 Lite at AED 80. It is the cheapest Caliburn we stock and also one of the newest, which is an unusual combination worth knowing about.
Uwell essentially makes one thing extremely well: the Caliburn. Of the 39 Uwell devices we stock, 34 are Caliburns. This guide sorts the generations, and flags the cartridge trap that catches people out.
On this page
- Which Caliburn should you buy?
- The cheapest is not the oldest
- The four Caliburn branches
- The cartridge trap
- Beyond Caliburn
- Real running costs in AED
- Frequently asked questions
Which Caliburn should you buy?
| If you… | Buy | AED |
|---|---|---|
| Want the best value | Caliburn G5 Lite | 80 |
| Are switching from cigarettes | Caliburn A2 or G3 Lite | 90–100 |
| Want the cheapest running cost | Caliburn G / G2 | 100 |
| Want a flat, pocketable shape | Any Koko model | 90–130 |
| Want the most battery | G4 Pro Koko (2000mAh) | 120 |
| Want the largest capacity | Caliburn Explorer (4ml) | 120 |
| Want something rugged | IronFist L | 110 |
| Cannot decide | Caliburn G5 Lite | 80 |
The cheapest is not the oldest
Worth pausing on, because it inverts the usual assumption.
The Caliburn G5 Lite at AED 80 is the cheapest Caliburn we stock. It is also from the G5 generation — newer than the G3 and G4 models selling at AED 90–120. It runs to 35W and holds 3ml.
Meanwhile the original Caliburn at AED 100 and the Caliburn Koko at AED 100 are among the oldest devices in the range and cost more.
Buying the cheapest Caliburn does not mean buying the oldest. If budget is the constraint, the G5 Lite is not a compromise.
The four Caliburn branches
| Branch | Models | AED | Pod type |
|---|---|---|---|
| A-series | A2, A2S, A3, A3S, AK3 | 100–120 | Sealed pod |
| G-series | G, G2, G3, G3 Lite, G3 Pro, G4, G4 Mini, G4 Pro, G5 Lite, G5 | 80–130 | Pod plus replaceable coil |
| GK / GZ | GK2, GK3, GZ2 | 90–120 | Own cartridges |
| Koko | Koko, Koko Prime, Koko Prime Vision, G3 Lite Koko, G4 Pro Koko, G5 Koko | 90–130 | Varies by generation |
The G-series is the one to prefer if running cost matters. Those models take a pod with a replaceable coil inside, so you swap a small coil rather than the whole cartridge. The A-series uses sealed pods, which is simpler but more expensive over time.
Koko is a shape, not a technology — a flatter, squarer body. A G5 Koko is a G5 in a different case.
The cartridge trap
Uwell makes more Caliburn models than any competitor makes devices, and the cost lands here. We stock 17 separate Uwell pod and coil lines, and the naming does not make it obvious which you need.
The specific trap:
| Cartridge | Fits | AED |
|---|---|---|
| G3/G3 Pro/G3 Eco/G3 Lite/GK3 — 2.5ml | That sub-family only | 45 |
| G3/G4/G4 Mini GPP — 3ml | A different set of devices | 40 |
| G / G2 pods with coils | G and G2 only | 30 |
| A2 / A2S pods | A2 and A2S only | 40 |
| A3 pods / A3S pods | Separate from each other | 45–50 |
| Koko, X, Explorer, IronFist L | Each its own | 30–40 |
Read that first two rows again. If you own a Caliburn G3, there are two different cartridges with G3 in the name — a 2.5ml and a 3ml. Owning “a G3” is not enough information.
How to get it right: check the capacity printed on your existing pod, 2.5ml or 3ml, before ordering. Or use the coil and pod finder and type your exact model. Full cross-brand detail in which coil fits my vape.
Beyond Caliburn
Five devices in the range are not Caliburns, and two are worth knowing:
- Popreel P1 — AED 90, 400mAh, 13W. The smallest and simplest Uwell, genuinely pocketable.
- Popreel PK1 — AED 130
- Kalmia — AED 110, takes its own 1.6ml pods
- Crown D — pods only in our range, AED 40–45
- Aeglos — coils only, AED 45
Uwell also makes two disposables we stock: the Caliburn Bar at 16,000 puffs and the Prime BG at 12,000 puffs, both AED 45. Same brand, entirely different product — no refilling, no spares.
Real running costs in AED
- Device: AED 80 (G5 Lite) to AED 130 (G5 Koko, Popreel PK1). Most sit at AED 100–120.
- Pods: AED 30–50
- Monthly: roughly AED 70–120 including e-liquid
Uwell has the lowest ceiling of any major brand we stock — nothing exceeds AED 130, where Voopoo and Vaporesso run to AED 250–280. Uwell does not make high-power mods; it makes MTL pods and makes them well.
Budget around AED 160 for a complete G5 Lite setup: device at AED 80, a 30ml bottle of salt nicotine at AED 40, and a spare pod at AED 40.
Frequently asked questions
Which Caliburn is best for beginners?
The G5 Lite at AED 80 or the A2 at AED 100. Tight cigarette-like draw, no settings, and both take nicotine salt.
Will a Caliburn G pod fit a Caliburn A2?
No. The G and A branches use entirely different cartridges. Match your exact model.
What is the difference between the 2.5ml and 3ml G3 pods?
They fit different devices despite both saying G3. The 2.5ml covers G3, G3 Pro, G3 Eco, G3 Lite and GK3. The 3ml GPP covers G3, G4 and G4 Mini. Check the capacity on your current pod.
What does Koko mean?
A body shape, not a technology — flatter and squarer. A G5 Koko is a G5 in a different case.
Which Caliburn has the longest battery?
The G4 Pro Koko at 2000mAh, then the G4 Pro and G5 Lite at 1600–1800mAh.
Is the A-series or G-series cheaper to run?
G-series. Those take a replaceable coil inside a reusable pod, so you swap a small coil instead of the whole cartridge.
How much does a Caliburn cost in the UAE?
AED 80 to AED 130, with most at AED 100–120. Pods are AED 30–50.
The short version
Buy a Caliburn G5 Lite at AED 80 unless you want a specific shape or feature. It is the cheapest Caliburn and one of the newest, which does not usually happen.
Prefer the G-series over the A-series if running cost matters, and check the capacity printed on your pod — 2.5ml or 3ml — before ordering a spare.
Browse all Uwell products, or see how the Caliburn compares in Caliburn vs XROS vs Xlim. Delivered with 3-hour express in Dubai.
About the author
Ismail Hossain is the founder of Disposable AE. Model names, prices and cartridge compatibility were taken from our own live catalogue rather than manufacturer marketing. Send us your model name and we will confirm the right pod before you order.
For adults aged 18 and over. This guide covers product selection, not health advice. For independent information on vaping and quitting smoking, see the NHS guidance on e-cigarettes.