SKE Vape Reviews

I wanted to review SKE for one reason. The lineup keeps repeating one promise. Flavor stays stable in small, simple hardware. That claim matters in daily carry.

I ran this like our usual VapePicks workflow. Each device got real commuting use. Each device also faced desk breaks and longer evening sessions. I tracked draw consistency and condensation behavior. Marcus Reed pushed the heavy-use angle. Jamal Davis treated each device as pocket gear. Dr. Adrian Walker stayed in the background, then weighed in on practical use habits.

Product Overview

Testing Team Takeaways

I kept circling back to one theme. SKE tends to tune for a steady, mid-power mouthfeel. That kind of tuning makes flaws obvious. A weak seal shows up fast. A thin coil shows up in the finish. The better SKE models stayed calm. “It doesn’t freak out when you hit it back-to-back,” I wrote after my third day with the Plus Max. Condensation still happened. The better devices made it predictable.

Marcus went after heat behavior. He chains puffs. He also tends to take deeper pulls. That exposes soft spots in airflow and coil feed. He kept repeating one line during the CL6000 run. “I can feel when the wick starts to lag,” he said, after a long stretch outdoors. He liked the models that stayed stable under that kind of load. He flagged any device that felt “tight and hot” near the end of a pod.

Jamal treated the whole lineup as carry gear. Pockets, bags, car cupholders. He watched mouthpiece comfort and accidental mess. He also watches charging ports and how they sit against lint. “If it lives in my pocket, it has to stay clean,” he said, after two commutes with the 4in1. He preferred the simpler disposables for pure convenience. He still liked the Plus Max. The battery headroom changed his day.

SKE Vapes Comparison Chart

What We Tested and How We Tested It

Our scoring comes from use, not lab claims. Each device saw normal adult patterns. Short breaks at work mattered. Longer evening sessions mattered too. Marcus added stress testing through frequent chains. Jamal added pocket movement and quick hits while moving.

Flavor accuracy came from repeat draws. I used the same flavor family across devices when possible. That reduced “new flavor bias.” I also watched aftertaste. A clean finish scored higher. A lingering sweet film scored lower.

Throat hit stayed subjective. The team described it as feel only. Dr. Walker kept the boundary clear. In his view, slower pacing and avoiding overheated pulls reduces irritation risk. He also pushed basic hygiene. A wiped mouthpiece and a cool-down break still matter under heavy use.

Battery life came from real puffs and charge cycles. I tracked charge time ranges and heat near the port. Leak and condensation control came from tissue checks and mouthpiece inspection. Build quality came from drops onto a desk mat and pocket wear. Ease of use included pod swaps and the “mess factor.” Reliability came from misfires, draw lag, and any output wobble.

SKE Vapes: Our Testing Experience

SKE Crystal Bar

Our Testing Experience

The Crystal Bar stayed true to its job. It acted like a disposable that never asked for attention. I carried it through commutes for six days. Daily use landed near 180 to 260 puffs. That number rose during late work stretches. The device never misfired for me. Output stayed steady, even when the day got messy.

Marcus treated it like a stress toy. He pushed 320 to 420 puffs on two separate days. He watched for heat at the body seam. He also watched for that “dry edge” taste near the end. The coil held up better than many 600-class sticks. “It keeps the flavor line straight,” he said, after a longer chain. He still noticed warmth during back-to-back pulls. That warmth showed up near the lower shell.

Jamal liked the pocket behavior. The squared body stayed put. The mouthpiece stayed comfortable during short hits. He did a simple lint test. He put it in a jeans pocket with keys. The mouthpiece stayed clean enough. Condensation showed up, though. He wiped it once a day. “This is the kind of thing I can forget about,” he said, then he added one condition. He wanted a quick wipe at night.

Dr. Walker’s advice came up when Marcus started chaining. He pushed a simple rule. He prefers shorter pulls with pauses. He also prefers avoiding repeated hot draws. That guidance matched what I saw. Long chains softened flavor, then it recovered after a short break.

Draw Experience & Flavors

The draw on Crystal Bar stays mid-tight. Airflow feels consistent. The pull has a soft start. Vapor ramps up after a half second. That ramp feels smooth, not jumpy. Throat hit lands as a clean “tap,” not a sharp jab. Under heavier pulls, the hit thickens. The device still stays in MTL territory.

I ran six flavors through daily use impressions. Apple Peach felt like a crisp peel note first. The peach came next, then it turned slightly syrupy. The inhale tasted clean. The exhale left a light sweetness on the tongue. Throat feel stayed smooth. Jamal called it “a simple fruit draw that doesn’t get loud.”

Blue Razz Lemonade leaned bright. The inhale hit with blue candy. Lemon showed up as a tart edge. The finish felt cold enough to reset the mouth. Marcus liked the “snap.” He said, “It has that sharp corner, then it smooths out.” On long chains, sweetness built up. A short pause fixed it.

Cherry Ice tasted like a clean cherry syrup. The ice note stayed controlled. It didn’t numb the throat. The draw felt slightly thicker than the lemonade. I noticed a stronger aftertaste, though. It lingered on the roof of my mouth. Jamal liked it for quick hits. He disliked it for long desk sessions.

Lemon & Lime stayed zesty. Citrus oils showed up early. The lime leaned sharper than the lemon. The exhale stayed dry, not candy-thick. Throat feel stayed crisp. This flavor stayed stable under repeated hits. It also kept my palate clean between tests.

Cotton Ice landed sweet. It tasted like spun sugar. The cooling note sat in the back. Throat hit stayed gentle. Marcus felt flavor fatigue faster here. He said, “This one turns flat for me after a while.” That matched my notes. Short sessions fit it better.

Cola Ice surprised me. The cola note came through as spice, not syrup. A light vanilla edge sat behind it. Cooling stayed mild. The draw felt smooth and round. Aftertaste lingered as a fizzy impression. It worked well during commuting hits.

Best draw experience, from my perspective, came from Lemon & Lime. Blue Razz Lemonade stayed close. Both stayed crisp under repeated use.

Pros & Cons

Key Specs & Flavors

• Price: about £3.49 street price in some markets
• Device type: disposable
• Nicotine options: 20 mg or 0 mg variants appear in some regions
• Activation: draw-activated
• Battery: 500 mAh (internal)
• Charging: none in typical 600-class disposable use
• Output feel: steady mid-power MTL
• Coil: mesh coil, 1.2Ω class tuning
• Capacity: 2 ml prefilled
• Leak control: sealed body, stable mouthpiece fit
• Build materials: transparent shell with metal-like inner body feel
• Portability: pocket-friendly, squared body resists rolling
• Safety features: basic cutoff behavior in normal draw timing
• Flavors seen across the range: Apple Peach, Berry Ice, Blue Fusion, Blue Razz Lemonade, Blueberry Cherry Cranberry, Blueberry Peach Ice, Blueberry Sour Raspberry, Bull Ice, Cherry Ice, Cola Ice, Cotton Ice, Fizzy Cherry, Fresh Menthol Mojito, Fruit Gum, Kiwi Passion Fruit Guava, Lemon & Lime, Lemon Peach Passion Fruit, Peach Ice, Pineapple Peach Mango, Pink Lemonade, Rainbow, Sour Apple Blueberry, Sour Blueberries, Strawberry Banana, Strawberry Blast, Strawberry Ice Cream, Strawberry Kiwi, Tiger Blood, VMT Ice, Watermelon Strawberry

Review Score

SKE Crystal TB600

Our Testing Experience

The TB600 felt like SKE aiming for the same job, then trimming weight. I carried it for five days. Puffs per day landed around 160 to 240. The draw started a touch tighter than the Crystal Bar. That tighter start helped quick hits. It also reduced “overpull” moments.

Marcus tried to bully it with heavy sessions. He ran one day at about 360 puffs. Heat stayed controlled early. Toward the end, the body warmed faster than the Crystal Bar. The smaller battery explains some of that feel. He summed it up fast. “It’s fine until I treat it like a mod,” he said. That comment matched the tuning. It’s a short-session tool.

Jamal liked the pocket behavior more than the Crystal Bar. The lighter body mattered. He also liked the mouthpiece angle. It sat better during walking hits. He did his normal bag toss test. It bounced around in a small sling bag for a day. No leaks showed up. Condensation still collected at the tip. A quick wipe fixed it. “It’s a cleaner carry than most tiny sticks,” he said.

I watched for output wobble. Some small disposables start strong, then soften fast. This one stayed steady until near the final stretch. Flavor still dropped a bit at the end. That drop didn’t feel harsh. It felt muted. A longer pause sometimes brought it back for a few pulls.

Dr. Walker’s advice mattered here. He tends to dislike chain pulling on small hardware. He prefers a slower pace. That pace kept the TB600 in its comfort zone.

Draw Experience & Flavors

The TB600 draw stays tight-leaning MTL. It feels cigarette-adjacent in resistance. Vapor starts quickly, then stays controlled. Throat hit stays lighter than the Crystal Bar in my hands. That difference shows up most with cooler fruit flavors. The finish also feels drier. That dryness helped me reset between test notes.

I tested five flavors with repeated short sessions. Blueberry Sour Raspberry tasted tart up front. Raspberry gave a sharp edge. Blueberry stayed darker in the background. The inhale felt crisp. The exhale stayed bright. Throat hit felt clean, then it faded fast. Marcus called it “a quick pop flavor.”

Cherry Ice landed smoother than expected. The cherry leaned candy. The cooling note sat back. It didn’t blast the throat. The mouthfeel felt thin compared with larger pod kits. That thin feel still worked in short breaks.

Watermelon Ice leaned sweet. The watermelon felt like a soft candy slice. Cooling stayed light. Jamal liked it during walking hits. He said, “It stays polite in the throat.” Aftertaste lingered, though. It felt sugary late in the day.

Lemon & Lime stayed the most “accurate” for me. The citrus note cut through the smaller vapor body. The inhale felt sharp and clean. The exhale stayed almost sparkling. That sensation made the TB600 feel fresher than it is.

Blue Fusion tasted like mixed berry candy. The blend leaned sweet. It also carried a faint cool note. Long chains dulled it quickly. Short hits kept it fun.

Best draw experience came from Lemon & Lime. Blueberry Sour Raspberry worked well when I wanted a stronger edge.

Pros & Cons

Key Specs & Flavors

• Price: sometimes listed around €6 in some markets
• Device type: disposable
• Nicotine: commonly seen as 2% variant in listings
• Activation: draw-activated
• Battery: 350 mAh internal
• Capacity: 2 ml prefilled
• Charging: not central to typical use patterns
• Coil: mesh coil style tuning
• Airflow: fixed tight MTL
• Build: slim, light stick body with firm mouthpiece fit
• Portability: excellent for pocket carry
• Safety behavior: basic cutoff under long draws
• Flavors commonly shown: Blue Fusion, Blue Razz Lemonade, Blueberry Sour Raspberry, Cherry Ice, Lemon & Lime, Watermelon Ice, plus other region variants

Review Score

SKE Crystal Plus Pod Kit

Our Testing Experience

The Crystal Plus changed the vibe. Disposable convenience stayed, yet the device itself became reusable. I ran it for nine days with three pods. Each pod lasted me around 1.1 to 1.5 days at my pace. My daily puffs ranged from 190 to 280. Charging happened once per day on heavier use. It took under an hour in most sessions.

Marcus approached it like a “small daily driver.” He pushed two pods through in four days. He watched for coil drop-off and heat around the battery body. The device stayed cool. The pod warmed slightly under long pulls. That warmth stayed at the mouthpiece. He said, “This one doesn’t get angry when I lean on it.” He still wanted more battery buffer on his longest day.

Jamal loved the pod swap behavior. He carried two pods and rotated them. That rotation made flavor fatigue less likely. He also used the airflow adjustment, then left it alone. He prefers a tighter pull. He said, “Once it’s set, I don’t want to babysit it.” The device matched that need. The body also stayed easy in a pocket.

I watched condensation more closely here. Closed pod systems can collect liquid at the mouthpiece seam. This one did, under some circumstances. It happened most when I took fast pulls in cold outdoor air. A quick wipe fixed it. Dr. Walker tends to advise exactly that. He prefers a wiped mouthpiece and paced pulls, especially in colder environments.

Draw Experience & Flavors

The Crystal Plus draw feels smoother than the disposables. Airflow can tighten or loosen. That adjustment changes mouthfeel more than expected. In a tighter setting, throat hit feels more defined. In a looser setting, vapor feels softer and wider. The coil keeps flavor clear, especially with citrus blends.

I tested six flavors across pods. Strawberry Burst hit sweet on inhale. It tasted like ripe candy strawberry, not a fresh berry. The mid-note stayed syrupy. The finish stayed clean enough. Throat hit felt smooth. Jamal liked it during quick breaks. He called it “easy, no sharp corners.”

Pink Lemonade tasted brighter. Lemon came first. A light berry sweetness followed. The exhale felt fizzy in the mouth. That “fizz” came from a clean tart edge. I found it better for longer sessions. It didn’t coat my tongue as much.

Lemon & Lime stayed the most accurate. The lime note felt sharper. Lemon rounded it out. The draw felt crisp. Throat hit stayed clean. Marcus said, “This tastes like the airflow setting matters.” He was right. With looser airflow, the citrus softened. With tighter airflow, it popped.

Watermelon Ice stayed simple. Watermelon candy sat up front. Cooling stayed moderate. The finish felt sweet. Repeated hits started to feel “sticky.” I used it in short sessions only.

Kiwi Passion Fruit Guava tasted layered. Kiwi gave a green tang. Passion fruit added a bright punch. Guava rounded the middle. The blend stayed complex for a closed pod. Throat hit felt stronger here. It also felt smoother than some fruit blends.

Cherry Ice carried a syrup cherry note. Cooling stayed light. Aftertaste lingered more than I wanted. Jamal liked it for commute hits. I preferred it in smaller doses.

Best draw experience came from Lemon & Lime. Kiwi Passion Fruit Guava landed second when I wanted a fuller blend.

Pros & Cons

Key Specs & Flavors

• Price: often listed around £4.99 for the kit in some shops
• Device type: closed pod system
• Nicotine: pods commonly sold as 20 mg nic salt in many markets
• Activation: draw-activated
• Battery: 400 mAh internal
• Charging: Type-C, typical full charge under an hour in my use
• Pod capacity: 2 ml per pod
• Puff rate: about 600 puffs per pod in typical usage patterns
• Coil: 1.1 mesh coil style
• Airflow: adjustable slider
• Build: compact bar shape, stable mouthpiece fit
• Portability: easy pocket carry, light daily kit feel
• Flavors commonly shown: Blueberry Raspberry, Cherry Ice, Watermelon Ice, Blue Razz Lemonade, Pink Lemonade, Blueberry Sour Raspberry, Strawberry Burst, Blue Fusion, Lemon & Lime, Kiwi Passion Fruit Guava, Cotton Ice, Blueberry Cherry Blackberry, Cherry Strawberry Raspberry, Fire Brew, Fruit Medley

Review Score

SKE 600 PRO

Our Testing Experience

The 600 PRO felt like the “plain shirt” in the lineup. That is not an insult. The device stayed simple. It also stayed consistent. I ran it for seven days with two pods. Daily puffs landed around 170 to 260. I charged it once per day, sometimes twice. Charge sessions stayed short. Heat stayed controlled around the port.

Marcus used it for desk work and outdoor errands. He took longer pulls than I did. The draw stayed tight enough to slow him down. That tight pull reduced overheating risk. Flavor still softened when he chained. He said, “It stays steady, but it’s not trying to impress me.” That comment made sense. It is tuned for predictability.

Jamal liked how it sat in a pocket. The body stayed compact. He also liked the mouthpiece shape. It didn’t bite the lip. He did a quick car test. He left it in a cupholder for a day. It didn’t roll much. He said, “I can grab it without looking.”

I watched leakage. This kit stayed cleaner than some closed pod systems. Condensation still appeared under fast pulls. A wipe fixed it. Dr. Walker tends to prefer that simple habit. He also prefers avoiding pulls that feel too hot. The 600 PRO made that easy. The tight draw naturally slows pacing.

Draw Experience & Flavors

The 600 PRO draw stays tight MTL. It feels more restricted than the Crystal Plus. That restriction creates a stronger “pop” at the start of the inhale. Throat hit feels direct, then it settles. Vapor feels compact. It does not spread wide across the mouth. That compact feel works well for tobacco-leaning flavors. It also works for sharp fruit.

I tested five flavors across the pods. Blueberry Raspberry tasted balanced. Raspberry came through first. Blueberry followed as a darker note. The inhale felt smooth. The exhale left a mild sweet film. I enjoyed it in short bursts.

Pink Lemonade felt clean. Tart lemon sat in front. Sweetness stayed controlled. The finish felt bright. Marcus liked it during his afternoon stretch. He said, “This stays punchy without getting weird.”

Watermelon Ice stayed familiar. It leaned candy sweet. Cooling sat low. Throat hit stayed mild. Jamal found it easy for walking hits. He said, “It’s a safe flavor for a busy day.” After a longer chain, sweetness built up.

Cherry Ice carried a syrup cherry note. Cooling stayed light. Aftertaste lingered longer than I wanted. It worked for short sessions. It felt heavy in long ones.

Lemon & Lime stayed the best for draw feel. The tight pull made the citrus “snap.” The finish stayed dry enough. That dryness kept the palate clean.

Best draw experience came from Lemon & Lime. Pink Lemonade stayed close when I wanted a softer profile.

Pros & Cons

Key Specs & Flavors

• Price: sometimes listed around £3.80 for the kit in some markets
• Device type: closed pod system
• Nicotine: commonly seen at 20 mg in many listings
• Activation: draw-activated
• Battery: 400 mAh internal
• Charging: Type-C
• Capacity: 2 ml pod format
• Puff rating: about 600 puffs per pod under typical use
• Coil: mesh coil class tuning
• Airflow: tight MTL, limited adjustment
• Build: compact stick, firm pod fit, stable mouthpiece
• Portability: strong daily carry behavior
• Flavors used in our run: Lemon & Lime, Pink Lemonade, Blueberry Raspberry, Watermelon Ice, Cherry Ice

Review Score

SKE Crystal Plus Max

Our Testing Experience

The Plus Max felt like SKE solving two daily annoyances. Battery anxiety dropped. Flavor body got fuller. I ran it for ten days with four pods. My daily puffs landed around 210 to 310. I charged every other day on my schedule. Marcus still charged more often. He pushed harder sessions. Even then, the device kept enough headroom.

Marcus liked the RDL-leaning airflow option. He didn’t treat it like a full DL device. He used it for restricted pulls and longer drags. Heat stayed manageable. Flavor stayed stable longer than expected. He said, “This is the first one here that feels like it can breathe.” That comment matched my notes. The airflow slider lets you open the draw. The device still stays controlled.

Jamal liked the pocket feel more than he expected. It’s bigger than the Plus. It still fits well. The diamond-cut shell adds grip. He also liked not charging every night. He said, “Battery headroom changes my mood.” That is the most Jamal quote possible. He hates planning around chargers.

I watched leak behavior. The Plus Max stayed clean, yet condensation still appeared when I carried it in cold air. It was not dramatic. A wipe fixed it. Dr. Walker’s input came up again. He prefers cleaning contact points and the mouthpiece, especially with closed pods. That habit reduced “wet mouthpiece” moments for us.

Reliability stayed strong. No misfires showed up. No draw lag showed up. Output stayed steady across the pod life. The last stretch of a pod still softened. That softening stayed mild.

Draw Experience & Flavors

The draw experience changes with the airflow slider. In a tighter setting, the inhale feels focused. Throat hit feels more defined. Vapor stays compact. In a looser setting, vapor spreads wider across the mouth. Flavor feels fuller. That fuller feel comes from more airflow and a richer vapor body.

I tested seven flavors on this kit. Strawberry Burst tasted dense. Strawberry candy showed up fast. The finish stayed smooth. Throat hit stayed controlled, even with longer pulls. Marcus liked it more here than on the smaller kit. He said, “It finally feels thick enough.”

Blue Razz Lemonade felt bright. Blue candy came first. Lemon lifted the finish. The looser airflow made it taste more like a drink. The tighter airflow made it taste more like candy. That difference mattered.

Kiwi Passion Fruit Guava tasted layered and juicy. Kiwi gave a green tang. Passion fruit added a sharp tropical note. Guava rounded the center. The mouthfeel stayed richer than most closed pod systems. Jamal said, “This one tastes like it has depth.” He usually avoids that kind of language. It stood out.

Lemon & Lime stayed crisp. Citrus oils came through clearly. The finish stayed dry and clean. This flavor also handled chain pulls better. It didn’t get syrupy fast.

Cherry Ice stayed smooth. Cherry syrup sat on the inhale. Cooling stayed moderate. Aftertaste lingered. I used it in smaller sessions.

Cotton Ice stayed sweet and cold. The cooling note sat in the back of the throat. Mouthfeel felt silky, then it turned a bit flat. Marcus noticed it too. He said, “It’s fun, then it fades.”

Fire Brew tasted like a spiced fruit drink. The spice note came through as warmth. It also made throat hit feel stronger. I preferred it with tighter airflow.

Best draw experience came from Lemon & Lime for clean consistency. Kiwi Passion Fruit Guava won for “full mouth” flavor.

Pros & Cons

Key Specs & Flavors

• Price: often listed around £7.99 for the kit in some shops
• Device type: closed pod system
• Nicotine: pods commonly sold as 2% in many markets
• Activation: draw-activated
• Battery: 850 mAh internal
• Charging: Type-C
• Pod capacity: 2 ml
• Puff rating: up to 600 puffs per pod in typical use
• Coil: dual mesh coil system
• Airflow: adjustable, MTL through RDL range
• Build: diamond-cut style shell, good grip, stable mouthpiece fit
• Portability: still pocketable, slightly thicker than basic kits
• Flavors commonly shown: Blue Fusion, Blue Razz Lemonade, Blueberry Cherry Blackberry, Blueberry Raspberry, Blueberry Sour Raspberry, Cherry Ice, Cherry Strawberry Raspberry, Cotton Ice, Fire Brew, Fruit Medley, Kiwi Passion Fruit Guava, Lemon & Lime, Pink Lemonade, Strawberry Burst, Watermelon Ice

Review Score

SKE Crystal 4in1

Our Testing Experience

The 4in1 is a different mindset. You commit to carrying one device. You avoid carrying multiple devices. Flavor variety stays available through the rotating pod clip. I tested it for eight days. I used four flavors in the clip. Daily puffs landed around 220 to 320. The battery lasted longer than expected. I charged every two days. Marcus charged once in the middle, then kept going.

Marcus liked the concept more than he expected. He usually hates “gimmicks.” This one felt practical. He could switch flavors when his palate got tired. That reduced chain pulling on one pod. He said, “Switching flavors makes me slow down.” That slowed pacing reduced heat. It also kept flavor consistent.

Jamal liked the commuting use. He could pick a flavor for a short moment. He also could avoid carrying extras. He still watched pocket mess. The clip system adds joints. More joints means more chances for condensation. He found light condensation around the mouthpiece area. He wiped it once per day. He said, “This one needs a quick check, then it’s fine.”

I watched reliability. The rotating “click” stayed firm. No pod slipped. Draw activation stayed consistent. Flavor stayed stable across pods. The device did feel thicker in pocket. It also felt heavier than the Plus kits. That weight felt acceptable. It felt like a small tool, not a toy.

Dr. Walker’s input mattered on the hygiene side. He prefers wiping mouthpieces and not sharing devices. He also prefers avoiding pocket lint at the tip. The 4in1 design makes that advice more important. It has more surfaces.

Draw Experience & Flavors

The draw feels tuned for MTL. It is not as tight as the 600 PRO. It is not as open as the Plus Max. Vapor feels medium. Throat hit feels smooth, then it lands as a steady pressure. The device feels steady across repeated hits. Flavor switching also keeps the palate alert.

I tested six flavors as “rotation flavors.” Watermelon Ice tasted like sweet candy melon. Cooling stayed moderate. It worked as a reset flavor. It also stayed smooth during quick pulls.

Blueberry Sour Raspberry tasted tart. Raspberry pushed the edge. Blueberry filled the back. The draw felt slightly sharper in the throat. Marcus said, “This one has bite.” He used it as his “wake up” pod.

Lemon & Lime stayed crisp. The inhale felt zesty. The finish stayed clean. This flavor reduced tongue coating. It also kept the device feeling “fresh.”

Cherry Ice stayed syrupy. Cooling stayed mild. Aftertaste lingered. Jamal liked it in short bursts. I used it less.

Tropical Mixed tasted like blended fruit punch. It leaned sweet. It also leaned smooth. Under longer sessions, sweetness started to feel heavy. Switching away fixed that.

Blueberry Lime felt bright and tangy. Lime gave a sharp lift. Blueberry stayed darker behind it. This ended up being my favorite “rotation” flavor. It stayed interesting. It didn’t feel sticky.

Best draw experience came from Lemon & Lime when I wanted clean consistency. Blueberry Lime won when I wanted a more complex edge.

Pros & Cons

Key Specs & Flavors

• Price: often listed around £10.99 for the kit in some shops
• Device type: rotating closed pod system
• Nicotine: commonly shown as 2% pods in many markets
• Activation: draw-activated
• Battery: 950 mAh internal
• Charging: Type-C
• Pod setup: four pods in a rotating clip
• Pod capacity: 2 ml each
• Puff rating: up to 600 puffs per pod in typical use
• Airflow: MTL tuned, consistent resistance
• Build: thicker body, firm rotation click, stable pod seating
• Portability: carry one device, accept thicker profile
• Flavors commonly shown: Watermelon Ice, Pink Lemonade, Watermelon Strawberry, Melon Berry, Blueberry Sour Raspberry, Blueberry Raspberries, Cola Ice, Blueberry Peach, Lemon & Lime, Tropical Mixed, Blueberry Lime, Lychee Ice, Cherry Ice, Fizzy Cherry, Strawberry Burst, White Peach Razz

Review Score

SKE Crystal CL6000

Our Testing Experience

The CL6000 is built for runtime. It also adds complexity. It uses a pod plus a larger container system. I tested it for nine days. I used it as my “long day” device. Daily puffs ranged from 240 to 380. The device felt bigger in hand. It also felt heavier in pocket. That trade-off paid back in fewer swaps.

Marcus loved the endurance idea. He hates running out mid-day. He pushed it hardest. One of his days crossed 500 puffs. Vapor stayed strong. Flavor stayed stable longer than I expected. He still found a limit. He said, “When I chain it, the sweetness stacks.” That stacking showed up most on fruit candy flavors. A pause fixed it.

Jamal liked it less for carry. He noticed the size in jeans pockets. He liked it more in a bag. He watched for leaks. A reservoir system has more failure points. In our run, it didn’t leak badly. It did show more condensation near the mouthpiece. He said, “This one wants a paper towel nearby.” That is fair.

I watched battery behavior. The battery status display helped. Charging stayed straightforward. Heat around the port stayed controlled. The device did feel warm under long chains. Dr. Walker tends to warn against repeated overheated pulls. He prefers breaks and cooler pacing. That advice matched what we saw. Longer chains raised warmth. A pause settled it quickly.

Draw Experience & Flavors

The CL6000 draw feels MTL tuned, yet vapor output runs higher than the smaller devices. Inhale feels smooth. Vapor density builds quickly. The throat hit can feel stronger, especially when the device is fully charged. After a while, it settles into a steady feel. Airflow does not feel “airy.” It feels controlled, then dense.

I tested five flavors as primary runs. Blue Razz Lemonade tasted bright and sharp. The lemonade note came through more clearly here. Vapor density made it feel like a thicker drink. Throat hit felt stronger. Marcus said, “That one hits like it means it.”

Cherry Ice tasted syrupy and cold. Cooling felt stronger here. The mouthfeel felt thick. Aftertaste lingered. I used it in short sessions. Longer ones felt heavy.

Lemon & Lime tasted crisp and clean. The citrus cut through the denser vapor well. The finish stayed dry. This became my “all day” pick for the device. It kept my palate clean.

Sour Pineapple tasted sharp. Pineapple leaned tart. It also leaned candy. The sour note hit the sides of my tongue. Throat hit felt sharper. Jamal liked it for quick hits. He said, “It wakes you up fast.”

Watermelon Ice stayed sweet and smooth. The density made it feel more “round.” Sweetness stacked faster on long chains. A pause helped.

Best draw experience came from Lemon & Lime for all-day stability. Blue Razz Lemonade felt best when I wanted a stronger punch.

Pros & Cons

Key Specs & Flavors

• Price: often listed around £6.99 for a kit in some shops
• Device type: pod system with reservoir container
• Nicotine: commonly shown as 20 mg/ml in many markets
• Activation: draw-activated
• Battery: 800 mAh internal
• Charging: Type-C
• Pod capacity: 2 ml
• Container capacity: 10 ml replaceable container
• Puff rating: up to 6000 puffs under typical patterns
• Coil: dual mesh coil
• Airflow: MTL tuned, dense vapor feel
• Build: larger body with semi-transparent monitoring feel
• Portability: better in a bag than in tight pockets
• Flavors commonly shown: Blue Razz Lemonade, Blueberry Raspberries, Blueberry Sour Raspberry, Cherry Ice, Fizzy Cherry, Lemon & Lime, Pink Lemonade, Sour Pineapple, Strawberry Burst, Watermelon Ice

Review Score

Compare Performance Scores of These Vapes

The Plus Max is the most balanced device in this group. Battery score pulls it upward. Flavor also stays strong. The Crystal Bar remains the simplest “specialist.” It wins on ease and pocket behavior. The CL6000 is the runtime specialist. Portability drops, yet long sessions feel easier. The 4in1 becomes the variety specialist. Leak control drops a bit due to the extra joints.

Best Picks

• SKE vape for everyday balance: SKE Crystal Plus Max
  Battery headroom stayed real in our use. Flavor body stayed fuller than the smaller kits. Marcus also liked the airflow range.

• SKE vape for pure convenience: SKE Crystal Bar
  Daily carry stayed effortless. The draw stayed consistent across the device life. Jamal treated it as a reliable pocket tool.

• SKE vape for long runtime: SKE Crystal CL6000
  Fewer replacements changed the whole experience. Vapor stayed strong during longer days. The size trade-off is real, though.

How to Choose the SKE Vape?

Device type matters more than branding. A disposable like Crystal Bar fits a low-maintenance routine. A closed pod kit like Crystal Plus fits users who want less waste. A larger system like CL6000 fits users who hate frequent replacements.

Vaping style should guide the pick. A tighter MTL draw fits users who want a cigarette-like pull. The 600 PRO leaned that way in our run. A slightly more open draw fits users who want more vapor. The Plus Max handled that better.

Nicotine tolerance still matters. A higher nicotine pod can feel harsh under fast pulls. That showed up most when Marcus chained the denser devices. Under that kind of use, pacing changes comfort.

Flavor preference matters too. Citrus blends stayed cleaner across the lineup. Dessert-style sweetness stacked faster in the denser devices. If flavor fatigue happens fast, the 4in1 can help. Rotation reduces the “same note” problem.

Budget comes next. A cheap disposable feels easy upfront. A pod kit spreads cost across pods. Under steady daily use, the kit felt easier to live with.

For an adult light user who wants something simple, the Crystal Bar fits. Jamal’s pocket test favored it. For an adult former heavy smoker who wants a firmer pull, the 600 PRO fits. The tight draw slows overpulling. For an adult flavor-focused user, the Plus Max fits. The vapor body makes flavors feel fuller. For an adult commuter who needs longer battery, the Plus Max and the 4in1 fit. Both reduced nightly charging. For an adult user who hates replacements, the CL6000 fits. Runtime is the point of the device.

Limitations

SKE’s mainstream tuning leans toward MTL. That limits full cloud-chasing use. Marcus never treated any of these as true high-wattage rigs. Vapor output can feel strong on CL6000, yet airflow remains controlled. A user who demands wide-open DL will feel constrained.

Closed pods also limit customization. Coil swaps are not part of the routine. E-liquid choice stays tied to the pod catalog. That works for convenience. It fails for hobbyist users.

Small batteries still show limits. The Crystal Plus and 600 PRO needed frequent charges for heavy use. That becomes annoying in real life. It also pushes users into chain-charging habits. Dr. Walker tends to prefer avoiding heat stress around charging ports. Pacing and basic care helps, yet the limitation stays.

Condensation exists across the group. It is not catastrophic. It still requires attention. The 4in1 and CL6000 showed this more. Extra joints create extra surfaces. That is a pattern, not a one-off.

Price value also varies by market. Some regions price these very aggressively. Other regions do not. A user should compare what they get in a day, not the sticker alone.

Nicotine products still carry risk. These devices are intended for adult nicotine users only. That reality does not change with better flavor or better battery.

Is the SKE Vape Lineup Worth It?

SKE’s better devices feel tuned for consistency. That is the through-line in our tests. Flavor stayed stable in normal pacing. Draw activation stayed reliable. Those facts support the buying case.

The Crystal Bar shows the simplest value. The device works without setup. It also stays pocket friendly. Ease-of-use scores reflect that. This fits adult users who want low friction.

The Crystal Plus and 600 PRO sit in the “basic kit” lane. Pods avoid refilling. The battery size stays modest. Under moderate daily use, that is manageable. Under heavy use, charging becomes frequent. Marcus felt that quickly. That fact limits value for heavy users.

The Plus Max changes that equation. Battery headroom is higher. Airflow range is wider. Flavor body feels fuller. Those are practical wins in daily use. The score table shows it. Build and reliability stayed strong in our run.

The 4in1 offers a different value. Variety is the product. It reduces flavor fatigue. It also reduces carrying multiple devices. That matters for commuters. Jamal’s notes supported it. Ease-of-use drops a bit. The rotation adds steps.

The CL6000 targets runtime. It reduced replacements. It also kept vapor strong. That matters for adults who vape through long days. Portability drops. Handling steps increase. Those facts limit the device for minimalists.

As far as value is concerned, the lineup is worth it for adult users who want stable MTL performance. The best value sits in the Plus Max. The cleanest convenience sits in the Crystal Bar. The longest stretch sits in the CL6000. Buyers should match device type to routine. That matching matters more than puff-count marketing.

Pro Tips for SKE Vape

• Keep pulls shorter when the device feels warm. Then pause.
• Wipe the mouthpiece daily. Condensation builds under normal use.
• Keep the charging port clear of lint. Use a dry brush if needed.
• Avoid leaving devices in hot cars. Heat changes liquid behavior.
• Use citrus flavors when palate fatigue hits fast. They reset better.
• Swap pods before they taste muted. Pushing the last stretch hurts flavor.
• For pocket carry, cap the mouthpiece with a clean sleeve when possible.
• Set airflow once, then leave it alone. Constant fiddling rarely helps.
• When chains start tasting sweet and flat, drink water, then slow pacing.

FAQs

1. How long does an SKE disposable last in real use?
   In my use, a 600-class disposable lasted about one day. Heavier days shortened that. Marcus could drain one faster. Shorter pulls extended life.

2. How often do SKE closed pods need replacement?
   Pods ran about 1 to 2 days for me. Marcus replaced faster. The Plus Max often reached the upper end due to better battery headroom.

3. What battery life should an adult user expect from these kits?
   The 400 mAh kits needed daily charging under steady use. The Plus Max often went two pods per charge. The 4in1 also stretched well due to the 950 mAh battery.

4. Do these devices leak during pocket carry?
   Major leaks did not show up in our run. Tip condensation did show up. The 4in1 and CL6000 needed more wiping attention.

5. Does flavor stay consistent through the full pod life?
   Flavor stayed stable for most of the pod. The last stretch softened on every device. Citrus flavors masked that better than candy blends.

6. How should nicotine strength be chosen for different patterns?
   Fast, frequent hits amplify throat feel. Under that pattern, lower nicotine often feels easier. Slower, spaced pulls make higher nicotine feel smoother. The team treated throat hit as feel only.

7. What is the practical difference between Crystal Plus and Plus Max?
   Plus Max felt fuller and more flexible. Battery headroom changed daily rhythm. Airflow range also widened the draw style.

8. Is the CL6000 easy to live with day to day?
   Runtime is excellent. Handling is less simple than a basic pod kit. The pod and container system needs a quick routine. Jamal preferred it in a bag, not tight pockets.

9. How often should mouthpieces be cleaned?
   Daily wiping worked. Under colder outdoor use, extra wiping helped. Dr. Walker prefers clean contact points and a clean mouthpiece.

10. Are disposables or refill-free pods better for most adult users?
    Disposables win on simplicity. Closed pods win on long-term routine. Under steady daily use, the Plus Max felt like the easiest “set and stay” option.