Blue Raspberry GB RELX Ultra Refill Pods

Overview

The Blue Raspberry GB RELX Ultra Refill Pods by RELX in Blue Raspberry GB at 10mg and 20mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

What RELX Ultra Refill Pods Blue Raspberry GB actually are

RELX Ultra Refill Pods in Blue Raspberry are pre-filled, replaceable nicotine salt pods sold for the UK market, which is what the GB tag in the product name signals. You never fill them yourself. When a pod runs out you pull it off your RELX device, click a fresh one into place and carry on. That closed-pod format is the main reason people choose it: there are no bottles to carry, no spilled liquid, no coils to prime by hand and no decisions to make about wattage or airflow.

This guide sticks to what can sensibly be said from the way the product is built, regulated and used. Where a figure is an estimate rather than a laboratory measurement, we say so, because puff counts and battery life always depend on how you personally vape. For exact numbers on the pack in your hand, the printed information on the box, including the nicotine strength and the ingredient list, is always the final word.

The quick facts:

• Format: sealed, pre-filled closed pod with a built-in heating element
• Flavour: blue raspberry, a sweet and slightly tart candy-style fruit
• Market: UK (GB) specification, sold only to adults aged 18 and over
• Nicotine: nicotine salt liquid at or below the UK legal ceiling of 20mg/ml (2%); always confirm the strength printed on the pack
• Capacity: within the UK limit of 2ml per pod
• Use: fits compatible RELX devices only; pods are not universal across brands, or even across every generation of the same brand

So what does the GB specification mean in practice? In Great Britain, nicotine e-liquid is regulated under the Tobacco and Related Products Regulations 2016. Nicotine strength is capped at 20mg/ml, pods and tanks are capped at 2ml, products must be notified to the MHRA before they can be sold, packaging must be child-resistant and tamper-evident, and every pack must carry a nicotine addiction warning and an ingredient list. A pod sold under the GB label has been made to those rules rather than adapted from an export version, and that matters when you are buying for everyday use rather than novelty.

Blue raspberry flavour profile: what to expect on the inhale and exhale

Blue raspberry is not a fruit you can pick from a bush. It is a confectionery flavour that grew out of sweets, slush drinks and ice lollies, and it is built around a bright, raspberry-style sweetness with a sharper, tangy edge. Anyone who has had a blue slushie or a blue sour sweet will recognise the direction straight away, and that familiarity is a big part of why the flavour has stayed popular with UK vapers.

On the inhale you should get a sweet, juicy hit up front, with a light tartness that sits along the sides of the tongue. The middle of the draw carries the raspberry note, which reads as candy raspberry rather than fresh berries with seeds and tannin. On the exhale the sweetness lingers briefly and a faint sour tickle tends to make the next puff feel fresh rather than syrupy. Nicotine salts are smooth by nature, so at 20mg/ml the throat hit is gentle compared with older freebase liquids, and the flavour has room to come through.

What it is not. The product name does not mention ice or menthol, so you should not expect strong cooling. Some blue raspberry liquids across the market add a touch of cooling agent, so if you are sensitive to it, check the ingredient list on your pack. It is also not a dessert flavour. There is no cream, custard or biscuit base, which keeps it lighter and cleaner than bakery or milkshake profiles.

How it sits among neighbouring fruit flavours:

• Versus red raspberry: blue raspberry is sweeter and more sweet-shop in character, with less of the sharp seed-and-skin bite of a real berry
• Versus blueberry: less jammy and less earthy; blueberry pods tend to taste of cooked or baked fruit, while blue raspberry tastes of sweets
• Versus sour candy flavours: milder; the sourness is a background note rather than the main event
• Versus strawberry or watermelon: a little sharper and brighter, less rounded and juicy

Two honest caveats on any sweet flavour. First, sweeteners leave a light residue on the heating element over the life of a pod, which is why the last portion of a pod can taste slightly toasted compared with the first few days. Second, flavour fatigue is real: after a week or two on a single sweet flavour, your palate dulls it. If blue raspberry starts tasting flat before the pod is empty, swapping to a different flavour for a day or two usually brings it back.

Performance and puff delivery

Closed-pod systems like this one are designed around a mouth-to-lung style of vaping. You draw slowly into your mouth first, pause, then inhale. That is the same rhythm most people used with cigarettes, which is why pods of this type are common among smokers who are switching. The airflow is tight rather than open, and the vapour volume is modest rather than cloud-heavy. If you have only ever used high-power sub-ohm kits, the first few puffs will feel restrained, and that is by design rather than a fault.

Most compatible RELX devices are draw-activated, meaning there is no fire button. You simply inhale and the device senses the airflow and powers the heating element. This keeps the experience simple, but it also means you control the heat only through how long and how hard you draw.

What good performance looks like with this pod:

• Quick warm-up: vapour should arrive within a second of starting the draw, with no spitting or gurgling
• Even flavour: the first puff of the day and the fifth puff in a row should taste broadly the same
• Moderate throat hit: noticeable at 20mg/ml, but smooth rather than scratchy, thanks to the nicotine salt formulation
• Consistent output across the pod life: flavour and vapour should stay steady until the liquid is genuinely running low

A good technique is a slow draw of two to three seconds, followed by a pause of twenty to thirty seconds before the next puff. Rapid chain vaping robs the wick of time to re-saturate, which is the number one reason people get a harsh or burnt taste from an otherwise sound pod. In day-to-day use the delivery is steady rather than dramatic. It will not match a large refillable kit for volume, and it is not trying to. Its job is to deliver a consistent, controlled hit of nicotine and flavour with as little fuss as possible.

One further point on nicotine delivery: nicotine salts absorb quickly and cleanly at low power, which is the reason this style of pod can satisfy cravings without needing a high-wattage device. If you find that you want a bigger, airier draw, that is a sign that you may prefer a different category of device rather than a different flavour.

Pod capacity, estimated puff count and how long one pod lasts

UK law caps the capacity of a closed pod or refillable tank at 2ml, and GB pods of this type are filled to within that limit. At this capacity, a reasonable estimate for a nicotine salt pod is somewhere in the region of 500 to 700 puffs. That is an estimate, not a laboratory figure. Puff length, how often you draw, ambient temperature and the battery level of your device all move the number up or down. Anyone who quotes you an exact puff count for a closed pod is rounding generously.

A more useful way to think about longevity is in days rather than puffs. Using the 500 to 700 puff range as a guide:

• Light use (around 30 to 50 puffs a day): roughly 10 to 14 days per pod
• Moderate use (around 100 to 150 puffs a day): roughly 4 to 6 days per pod
• Heavy use (200 puffs or more a day): roughly 2 to 3 days per pod

These bands are rough, and your own habits will land you somewhere within or around them. The simplest way to get a personal figure is to note the date you fit a pod and the date you swap it, then repeat for two or three pods. After that you will know your real average and can plan how many packs to order.

How to tell a pod is nearly finished. You will usually notice a weaker flavour first, then a slightly warm or toasted taste, and finally a harsh, dry sensation on the draw. If you can see the liquid level through the pod body, a low level is another clear signal. When you notice a burnt taste, change the pod straight away. Continuing to draw on an empty or nearly empty pod risks dry hits, which taste unpleasant and shorten the life of the heating element.

Manufacturers sometimes compare pods with packs of cigarettes. Treat those comparisons as marketing shorthand. Real equivalence depends on the strength of the pod, how deeply you inhale and how many cigarettes you were smoking before you switched. The most reliable approach is to track your own pods and work from your own data.

If you are buying in multi-pod packs, remember that a pod is a sealed consumable. Unopened packs keep well when stored properly, so it is reasonable to stock up on several packs at once if you know how quickly you get through them.

Coil and wicking technology inside the pod

The pod and the heating element are one sealed unit. That is the single most important design fact about this product. You do not rewick it, you do not change a coil, and you do not adjust a resistance. When the liquid is gone, the heating element goes with it. For people who find coil building and priming irritating, this is a feature rather than a limitation.

Closed pods in this category generally use a low-power heating element with resistance somewhere above one ohm, matched to the modest output of a slim, draw-activated device. The material doing the wicking varies across the industry. The two common approaches are:

• Ceramic wicking: a porous ceramic body with a heating track embedded or printed on it. Ceramic tends to give consistent heat and clean flavour, and it handles nicotine salt liquids well.
• Mesh or cotton-based wicking: a fine metal mesh or a cotton wick wrapped around a coil. Mesh spreads heat over a larger area for fuller flavour, while cotton is cheap and absorbs liquid quickly.

The exact material used in your pod is a manufacturer specification, so rely on the pack and the brand for that detail rather than assuming. What matters to you as a user is how the system behaves. A well-made sealed element should heat quickly, vaporise the liquid evenly, resist flooding, and hold its flavour for the full life of the pod.

Priming matters more than you think. The wick can only vaporise liquid that has reached it. When you fit a new pod, wait two to three minutes before the first puff so the liquid has time to soak through. Skipping this step is the most common cause of a dry, burnt first draw on a brand-new pod, and it can scorch the wick before the pod has had a chance to settle.

Because the element is low-power, it is also more forgiving. It does not run hot enough to produce the sharp, peppery edge you can get from a badly set-up high-wattage coil. At the same time, it is less tolerant of rapid chain vaping, because a low-power wick has less spare capacity to keep up. Pace your puffs and the element will reward you with a smooth, steady flavour right to the end.

Design, build quality and leak resistance

A closed pod is a small, simple object, and the quality of it shows in the details. The pod body is moulded plastic, the mouthpiece is shaped to sit comfortably between the lips, and the base carries the electrical contacts that connect to your device. In this product family the pod clicks onto the device with a firm, positive fit rather than a loose slide, and that tight fit is what keeps the airflow path sealed and the power connection stable.

What to look for when you unbox a pack:

• Intact seal: the packaging should be sealed, with the tamper-evident element unbroken. If it has been opened, do not use it.
• Clean contacts: the metal contacts at the base should be bright and free of residue.
• No visible leakage: a trace of moisture around the mouthpiece can happen after transport, but pooled liquid is a reason to contact the shop.
• Protective caps or film: some pods ship with a cap or film over the mouthpiece or base. Remove anything the pack tells you to remove before fitting.

Leak resistance is managed by silicone seals around the liquid chamber and a carefully sized wick channel. Even well-made pods can weep a little if they are stored on their side, left in a hot car, or carried through a big change in pressure or temperature. The practical fix is simple: keep pods and devices upright where possible, keep them away from heat, and wipe the mouthpiece and contacts with a dry tissue if you notice moisture.

The pods are lightweight and slim, which suits a trouser pocket or a small bag. Because the liquid is sealed in, there is nothing to unscrew or top up, and no way to pour out a flavour you do not like. That is both the convenience and the constraint. If you want the freedom to choose your own liquid, a refillable pod system is a better match.

A final note on design intent: these pods are made as single-use consumables. They are not designed to be opened, drilled or refilled, and doing so can damage the seals, cause leaks and void any claim you might otherwise have. Use them as they are meant to be used and they will behave as intended.

Device compatibility, battery and charging

The pod has no battery of its own. The power comes from the RELX device you click it into, so your experience of battery life and charging is really a story about the device. The first thing to check before ordering is that the pod suits your model. Pods are not interchangeable between brands, and they are not always interchangeable between different generations of the same brand. If the shape of the base, the contacts or the locking mechanism differs, the pod will not seat properly, and you should never force it.

If you are unsure which pods your device takes, compare the model name on the device with the compatibility information on the product listing. When in doubt, send the shop a photo of your device and the underside of an old pod and ask before you buy.

As a general guide to the category:

• Battery size: slim closed-pod devices usually carry a built-in rechargeable battery in the region of 300 to 500mAh. Check your own device for the exact figure.
• Battery life per charge: for a typical user, a full charge often covers roughly one to two pods. Light users will stretch it further and heavy users will need to top up more often.
• Charging connector: most current devices charge through USB-C, though you should confirm this for your model.
• Charge time: usually in the region of an hour or so, depending on the device and the charger.

Charging sensibly. Use a standard 5V phone charger or a computer USB port with a decent cable. Avoid charging on a bed, sofa or any soft surface, and do not leave a device charging unattended overnight. Lithium batteries are safe when treated properly, but they are not forgiving of damage or poor-quality chargers. Stop using the device and recycle it if it becomes unusually hot, swollen, or starts to smell odd.

Low battery has a visible effect on vaping: weaker vapour, a duller flavour, and sometimes a faint rattle of the indicator light. If a brand-new pod seems weak, check the battery before blaming the pod. Charging the device fully, then trying again, resolves a surprising number of reports.

Finally, because the pod is the only part that changes regularly, it is worth keeping the device contacts clean. A dry cotton bud wiped gently across them every few pod changes prevents residue building up and interrupting the power connection.

Nicotine strength guidance for UK vapers

The maximum nicotine strength you can legally buy in the UK is 20mg/ml, which is the same as 2%. Pods sold under the GB label are made at or below that ceiling. Always check the strength printed on the front or side of your pack, and if a listing offers more than one strength as a variant, choose it deliberately rather than by default.

As a broad starting point for adult smokers moving to vaping:

• Smoking around 10 or more cigarettes a day: the highest UK strength, 20mg/ml, is the usual place to start. Nicotine salts are smooth enough that many people find it comfortable, and it reduces the temptation to chain vape or go back to cigarettes.
• Smoking around 5 to 10 a day, or a mix of smoking and vaping: a medium strength in the region of 10 to 12mg/ml is often enough, where it is available.
• Occasional or social smoking: a lower strength is usually plenty. A higher strength may be unpleasant.
• Stepping down over time: move gradually to a lower strength as cravings ease, rather than all at once.

This is general guidance, not medical advice. If you want structured help to stop smoking, the NHS and local authority stop smoking services in the UK offer free support, and a pharmacist or GP can talk through how vaping fits with your plans.

Signs the strength is too high: nausea, dizziness, headache, a racing heart, hiccups or a harsh, hot feeling in the throat. If you notice these, stop, drink some water and move to a lower strength next time. Signs it is too low: constant puffing without feeling satisfied, cravings coming back within minutes, or picking up cigarettes again.

Nicotine is addictive. This product is for adults who already smoke or vape. If you have never smoked, do not start. The UK public health position is that vaping carries a fraction of the risks of smoking for adult smokers who switch completely, but it is not risk-free. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a heart condition, speak to your GP before using any nicotine product.

Who RELX Ultra Blue Raspberry pods suit, and who should skip them

No product is right for everyone, and it is worth being plain about where this one fits. Closed pods trade flexibility for simplicity, and that trade is attractive for some people and frustrating for others.

Good fit for:

• Adult smokers switching to vaping who want a draw and hit close to the cigarette habit they are leaving
• People who dislike fuss: no refilling, no coil changes, no settings to learn
• Existing RELX users who already own a compatible device and want a sweet fruit option in their rotation
• Commuters and travellers who want a slim device and a quick pod swap rather than a bottle of liquid
• Fans of candy-style fruit flavours who prefer sweet and tangy over menthol or tobacco profiles

Probably not the right choice for:

• Non-smokers and anyone under 18. It is illegal to sell nicotine vaping products to under-18s in the UK, and there is no benefit to starting nicotine if you do not already use it.
• Cloud chasers. Low-power closed pods produce restrained vapour. If you want big, airy draws, look at larger, adjustable kits.
• Tinkerers. If you enjoy mixing liquids, changing coils and tuning wattage, a sealed pod will feel limiting.
• Very heavy daily vapers on a tight budget. The cost per puff of closed pods can be higher than that of an open refillable system over the long term.
• Anyone who dislikes sweet flavours. Blue raspberry is firmly on the sweet side, and if sweetness gives you a sore throat or leaves you cloyed, a tobacco or mint profile may suit better.

There is also a middle group worth naming: people who are not sure yet. If this is your first vape, buying a single pack of pods with a compatible device is a sensible way to find out whether the format works for you before committing to a larger order. If you do not get on with it, you will have learned something cheaply.

Finally, remember that the product is intended as a replacement for smoking, not as an additional habit. The strongest argument for any pod is that it helps an adult smoker stop buying cigarettes. If it is not doing that for you, it is worth speaking to a stop smoking adviser about other options.

How to fit, use and store your pods

Getting the most out of a closed pod comes down to a few simple habits. None of them take much time, and together they prevent most of the problems people report.

Fitting and using a pod, step by step:

• Step 1, check the pack. Make sure it is sealed and undamaged, and check the nicotine strength and flavour on the label.
• Step 2, unwrap and prepare. Remove the pod from its packaging and take off any protective cap or film that the instructions tell you to remove.
• Step 3, align and press. Line the pod up with the device and press it in until it clicks into place. Do not twist or force it.
• Step 4, let it prime. Wait two to three minutes so the liquid soaks into the wick.
• Step 5, start gently. Take slow draws of two to three seconds, with a pause of twenty to thirty seconds between puffs for the first few draws.
• Step 6, replace when empty. Pull the old pod off, fit the new one, and give it the same priming time.

Storage matters. Keep unopened packs somewhere cool and dry, away from direct sunlight and heat sources. A glove box in summer is a poor choice, and so is a windowsill. Heat thins the liquid and makes leaks more likely. Keep pods upright where you can, and keep the whole lot out of reach of children and pets. Nicotine liquid is poisonous if swallowed or if it gets onto skin or into eyes, so if there is a spill, wipe it up promptly and wash your hands.

Do not refill. These pods are sealed consumables. Opening them risks leaks, damaged seals, and a heating element that is not designed to be used twice. If you want to use your own liquid, choose a refillable pod device that is made for it.

Travelling. Changes in cabin pressure can cause leaks in any sealed liquid container. If you are flying, keep pods and devices upright in a bag, store them in a sealed pouch, and check the airline's current guidance on carrying vape devices. Do not use a vape on board an aircraft.

Small habits help. Pause between puffs, replace the pod at the first sign of a burnt taste, keep the contacts clean, and charge the device before it goes completely flat. These simple steps are the difference between a pod that tastes as it should from first puff to last and one that disappoints halfway through.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most issues with closed pods have simple causes. Work through the likely ones in order before assuming a pod is faulty.

• No vapour at all. First check the pod is fully seated and clicked in. Then check the device battery by charging it for a while. Finally, wipe the contacts on the pod base and the device with a dry cotton bud. If the device shows a flashing indicator, consult its manual for what that pattern means.
• Burnt or toasted taste. The most common cause is a pod that is nearly empty. The second most common cause is chain vaping, which does not give the wick time to re-saturate. Pause for longer between puffs, and replace the pod if the taste persists.
• Weak flavour on a new pod. Make sure you waited a few minutes after fitting. Check the battery level. If you have been on the same flavour for a while, flavour fatigue may be dulling it, so try a different flavour for a day or two.
• Gurgling or spitting. This is usually condensation in the airway. Hold the device upright, blow gently through the mouthpiece to clear it, and wipe the mouthpiece. If it keeps happening, the pod may be over-saturated or defective.
• Leaking. Check for moisture around the mouthpiece and base. Wipe it dry, keep the device upright, and avoid heat. If liquid is pooling or leaking from the base, stop using the pod, clean the device contacts and fit a fresh one.
• Pod will not fit or click in. Do not force it. Check that the pod is compatible with your device generation and that any protective cap has been removed.
• Harsh throat hit. You may be drawing too hard or too fast, or the nicotine strength may be too high for you. Slow the draw and consider a lower strength next time.
• Device gets hot. Stop using it, unplug it from any charger and let it cool. If it is hot again, do not use it and recycle it safely.

If none of this resolves the problem, contact the shop with your order number, a short description, and clear photos of the pod, the device and the pack. Having the batch or lot information visible on the packaging speeds things up.

If you ever experience an unexpected reaction to a vaping product, or you have concerns about the safety of a product, you can report it through the MHRA Yellow Card scheme, which accepts reports about nicotine vaping products in the UK. Reports help the regulator spot patterns and take action.

Value for money, honest comparisons and UK recycling

The sticker price of a pod pack tells you little on its own. A more honest way to judge value is to work out cost per day. Take the pack price, divide by the number of pods to get the price per pod, then divide by the number of days a pod typically lasts for you. If a pod lasts you five days, you simply divide the pod price by five. Compare that figure with what you currently spend on cigarettes, and with other pods and devices, and you will have a number you can trust.

Where closed pods tend to sit on value: they cost more per millilitre than bottled refill liquid, but you pay for convenience, a sealed heating element and consistent results. If you vape lightly to moderately, the convenience is often worth the premium. If you vape heavily, an open refillable system can cost less over time, though it asks more of you in setup.

Some fair comparisons:

• Vuse ePod 2: a closed pod system also widely sold in the UK. It is very similar in concept, with a wide flavour range and strong high-street availability. The decision often comes down to which flavours you prefer and which device feels better in your hand.
• Elfa-style pods: a pod system from the maker of Elf Bar that has leaned on price and a big flavour menu. It can work out cheaper per pod, so check the figures for your own habit.
• Refillable open-pod kits such as OXVA Xlim: cheaper to run over the long term and more flexible on flavour and strength, but you handle bottles and coils. A good option if you do not mind the maintenance.
• Single-use vapes: no longer an option in Great Britain, where the sale of disposable vapes was banned from 1 June 2025. Refillable and pod systems like this one are the legal route for people who valued the simplicity of disposables.

On balance, RELX Ultra Blue Raspberry pods are a convenient, tidy way to vape a familiar sweet flavour if you already run a compatible device. They are not the cheapest route for heavy daily users, and they are not the right tool for anyone who wants big vapour or hands-on control.

Recycling in the UK. Used pods, and the devices they fit, should not go in your general bin or kerbside recycling. Lithium batteries in devices are a fire risk in bin lorries and sorting plants. Look for the crossed-out wheelie bin symbol, which marks electrical waste. Many UK vape shops and some larger retailers run take-back schemes and in-store recycling bins, and household waste recycling centres run by your local council generally accept vapes through their small electricals point. Drop your used pods and old devices off at one of these locations whenever you can.