Cherry Ice RELX Ultra Refill Pods

Overview

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

RELX Ultra Refill Pods Cherry Ice: what you are actually buying

RELX Ultra Refill Pods in Cherry Ice are prefilled, closed pods designed to click into a matching RELX Ultra-series device. You do not pour anything, you do not wind a coil, and you do not need to understand ohms or wattage. You take the pod out of its packaging, seat it in the device, and draw. When it is empty you pull it out and fit the next one. That simplicity is the entire point of the closed-pod format, and it is why this category has become the usual landing place for adults who are moving away from cigarettes and want something predictable.

Cherry Ice is a fruit-and-cooling flavour. It pairs a sweet, slightly candied cherry note with a menthol-style chill on the exhale. It is not a tobacco flavour and it is not a dessert flavour, so it sits in the middle of the range: sweet enough to feel like a treat, cool enough to stay refreshing across a full pod rather than turning sickly after twenty minutes.

Here is the short version of what the product is, so you can decide quickly whether to read on:

• Format: prefilled, sealed refill pod, not a standalone device
• Typical pod capacity: around 2ml, the usual ceiling for pod and tank capacity on the UK market
• Nicotine type: nicotine salt e-liquid, supplied in the strengths shown on the product listing and never above the UK 20mg/ml limit
• Flavour: cherry with a cooling finish
• Coil: built into the pod, so each new pod brings a fresh coil
• Needs: a compatible RELX Ultra device and a charging cable

One honest caveat before going further. Pods in this style are made to fit a specific device generation. Do not assume that a pod from one RELX range will seat in a device from another. Check the compatibility note on the listing, and if you are unsure which device you own, look at the printed name on the base or the packaging before ordering. A wrong-fit pod is the single most common reason for a return in this category, and it is entirely avoidable.

This page walks through the flavour, the puff delivery, the build, the coil, the battery side of the device, nicotine strength, who the pods suit and who should look elsewhere, how to use and troubleshoot them, what they cost over time, and how they compare with other options. It is written for UK adults who already smoke or vape. If you do not use nicotine today, you do not need to start, and nicotine products are strictly for over-18s.

Cherry Ice flavour profile: what to expect on the inhale and exhale

Cherry flavours in vaping come in two broad families. One leans towards fresh, tart cherry, closer to a sour cherry or a cherry skin. The other leans towards confectionery cherry, closer to cherry cola, cough sweets or glace cherries. Cherry Ice from RELX sits much nearer the confectionery side. Expect a rounded, sweet cherry on the inhale rather than a sharp, acidic bite.

The ice element arrives mostly on the exhale. On the first few draws of a fresh pod the cooling can feel more noticeable, because the liquid around the coil is fully saturated and the flavour is at its most concentrated. As the pod settles into a rhythm the balance evens out, with the cherry carrying the front of each puff and the chill fading in behind it. The cooling is moderate rather than arctic. If you normally vape heavy menthol or the strongest ice blends, this will feel gentle. If you usually vape plain fruit flavours, the cooling will be a noticeable but pleasant addition.

A few practical notes about how the flavour behaves:

• First draws: the flavour is usually fullest in the first third of the pod. Prime the pod correctly (covered later) so you taste that rather than a dry, slightly burnt note.
• Mid pod: the profile is stable. Most users find cherry and cooling stay in balance with no big drop-off.
• Final stretch: as the liquid level falls, flavour can thin out and the vapour can turn warmer. That is your cue to swap the pod rather than push through it.
• Aftertaste: a light sweetness stays on the lips. If you dislike a sticky feeling, a sip of water between sessions helps.

Sweet flavours are often paired with nicotine salts because the salt form is smooth enough that sweetness is not drowned out by throat harshness. That is part of why Cherry Ice works at 20mg/ml without feeling rough, although stronger nicotine always carries more bite than lower strengths, and we cover that in the strength section.

If you want to know whether Cherry Ice will suit you, a useful test is to think about the fruit sweets you enjoy. If cherry lollipops, cherry sours or cherry-flavoured soft drinks appeal to you, you will probably like this. If you prefer dry, savoury or tobacco-style tastes, a fruit-and-ice pod may feel too sweet over a whole day, and you might want to keep it as one of two or three flavours you rotate through.

Puff delivery and how long one pod lasts

Puff counts on closed pods are estimates, not guarantees. They depend on how long you draw, how often you draw, how strong the device output is set (where the device offers settings), and how much liquid sits in the pod. With that in mind, a pod of roughly 2ml in a mouth-to-lung-style closed system is commonly quoted in the region of 400 to 600 puffs. Treat that as a planning range. Short, gentle draws stretch a pod; long, hard draws use it faster.

To make that more practical, think in terms of days rather than puff numbers:

• Light use (roughly 100 to 150 puffs a day, for example someone who vapes mainly in the evening): a pod might last three to five days.
• Moderate use (roughly 200 to 300 puffs a day, a person who vapes steadily through a working day): expect around two days per pod.
• Heavy use (300 puffs or more a day, someone replacing a pack-a-day smoking habit): you may finish a pod in a single day and should keep a spare in your bag.

Draw style matters because the pods are designed around a tighter, cigarette-like airflow. This is usually called mouth-to-lung vaping: you draw into your mouth first, then inhale. Each puff is relatively small, which is why a 2ml pod stretches across so many of them. If you switch to a direct lung style with long, deep pulls, you will burn through liquid faster and the coil will run warmer than intended.

Another factor is nicotine strength. A stronger pod satisfies cravings with fewer puffs, so people on 20mg/ml often take fewer, shorter draws than people on lower strengths who tend to compensate by vaping more. The practical result is that puff counts alone say little about how long a pod lasts in real life. Your own pattern is a better guide than any printed figure.

You will also notice that consistency is one of the strengths of a closed pod. Because the airflow and coil are fixed, puff one and puff four hundred feel similar, with the main exception being the last few percent of liquid. If a pod begins to taste hot or burnt while you can still see liquid in it, do not keep drawing. Check the troubleshooting section, because it often means the pod needs a few seconds of rest or a firmer seat in the device.

For comparison, a typical pack of 20 cigarettes is something like 200 to 250 puffs of smoke across a day, which is a very rough but helpful anchor. Most people find one pod covers about one to two days of equivalent use, which is the basis for the cost comparison later on this page.

Pod design, fit and build quality

The pod itself is a small, sealed plastic cartridge. It holds the e-liquid in a tank-style reservoir, houses the coil, and has metal contacts or a connection point that links it to the battery in the device. A good pod needs to do three physical things well: seal tightly enough that it does not leak, seat firmly enough that the connection does not wobble, and release cleanly when you want to swap it. Here is what to look at when you pick one up.

• Seal and fill port: the liquid is injected at the factory and the fill point is sealed. You should never need to open it, and you should never try. Prying at the pod will damage the seal and can cause leaks.
• Contact points: the connection surface at the base should be clean and free of residue. A thin film of e-liquid on the contacts is a common cause of misfires, and it is a quick fix with a dry cotton bud.
• Mouthpiece: a slim, rounded top designed to feel natural between the lips. Because the mouthpiece is part of the pod, it is replaced every time, which is a small hygiene benefit compared with a long-lived device mouthpiece.
• Window or liquid level: many pods have a clear section so you can see how much liquid remains. It is worth getting into the habit of glancing at it before you leave the house.

Build quality across this style of pod is generally consistent, since the components are mass-produced to tight tolerances. The weak point is rarely the pod itself. More often the problem is storage and handling. Pods that are carried loose in a pocket, kept in a hot car or stored on a radiator can develop leaks because heat expands the liquid and the air above it. Keep spare pods in their packaging or a case, at room temperature, standing upright.

The fit with the device is the other half of the equation. A properly designed pod clicks in with light pressure and a slight tactile feel. If you have to force it, stop and check you have the correct orientation and the correct pod type. If it feels loose after seating, remove it and reseat it rather than leaving a partial connection. A partial connection can cause intermittent firing, which wears the coil and makes the vapour taste harsh.

Finally, remember that the pod is a consumable. It is made for a few hundred puffs, not for years of use. Do not try to refill a prefilled pod, and do not try to run a pod until it is dry in order to save money. That is false economy: a dry coil gives off an unpleasant burnt taste and offers no flavour or nicotine in return.

Coil and heating technology inside the pod

The coil is the part of a pod that does the work. It is a small heating element in contact with an absorbent wick. When you draw, the device detects airflow and sends current to the coil. The coil heats, the wick releases liquid, and the liquid turns into vapour. In a closed pod, the coil is built permanently into the cartridge, so there is nothing to prime separately, nothing to replace separately, and no option to tune it.

RELX has built its range around a ceramic-style heating design in many of its pods, which is an approach chosen for even heat distribution and a clean flavour. Without a manufacturer datasheet to hand we would rather describe the principle than quote exact materials, so here is what matters in practice:

• Even heating: the aim is to warm the liquid steadily without hot spots, which reduces the chance of a scorched taste.
• Consistent flavour: because the coil is fresh with every pod, you get the intended flavour from the first puff rather than a gradual decline as an old coil gets coated in residue.
• Low maintenance: there are no coil changes, no resistance choices and no wicking to learn. The coil lifetime and the liquid lifetime are matched, so the coil is meant to be finished at about the same moment the liquid is.
• Vapour density: output is moderate and cigarette-like rather than cloud-heavy. This is by design for a tight-draw system, and it is also more discreet in public.

The matched lifetime is an important detail. In a refillable tank, you can easily wear out a coil before the liquid or the reverse, and you need to judge which. In a closed pod, that judgement is removed. The coil is sized for the amount of liquid it will see, and it is not intended to be pushed past it.

The thing to avoid is chain vaping. Taking draws back-to-back without a pause does not give the wick time to resaturate, and the coil can start to dry out between puffs. A gap of fifteen to thirty seconds between draws is a sensible habit with any closed pod. It protects flavour, it prolongs the pod, and it stops the vapour from turning hot.

As a final point, coil resistance and output are not adjustable on this type of system, and that is a feature rather than a limitation. If you want to tinker with wattage and airflow, an open-system kit with replaceable coils is the better route. If you want to avoid tinkering entirely, a closed pod is exactly right.

Battery, charging and pairing the pod with your device

The pod has no battery. Power comes from the rechargeable battery in the RELX device it sits in. Devices in this class commonly carry a battery somewhere in the range of 350 to 500mAh, which is enough for roughly a day of moderate use between charges, although the exact capacity depends on the model, so check the listing or manual for your own device. Because the pod is the only part you replace regularly, the device is the long-term investment and the pods are the running cost.

Here is how to look after the battery side, since a good pod in a poorly kept device will still disappoint:

• Charge before it hits empty: topping up when the indicator is low, rather than running flat every time, is gentler on lithium cells.
• Use a reputable cable and plug: a standard USB charger from a known brand is better than a mystery cable from a drawer. Cheap chargers can deliver unstable current.
• Do not charge unattended overnight on a soft surface: charge on a hard, clear surface, away from bedding and sofas, and do not leave it charging for hours after it is full.
• Keep the charging port clean: lint from pockets and bags can stop the cable seating correctly. A wooden toothpick or a dry soft brush will clear it.
• Avoid heat: never leave the device in a car in summer or on a radiator. Heat is the main enemy of both batteries and e-liquid.

Charging time for a device of this size is generally somewhere between one and two hours, and many devices show an indicator light that changes when charging is complete. If your device does not seem to charge, check the cable on another device first, then clean the port, and then try a different power source before assuming the device is faulty.

On the pod side, one practical consideration is that a weak battery can make the vapour feel thin and the flavour muted, because the coil is receiving less power than it is designed for. If your Cherry Ice suddenly tastes flat, it is worth checking the battery before blaming the pod. Plug the device in for a few minutes and try again.

For disposal, lithium batteries and electronics must not go in household waste or kerbside recycling. In the UK, retailers that sell vaping products and batteries are required to take back waste electronics, and many local council recycling centres have dedicated drop-off points. If the device reaches the end of its life, take it to one of those points rather than putting it in the bin. Fires in bin lorries and recycling plants caused by lithium cells are a genuine and growing problem.

Nicotine strength guidance for UK vapers

In the UK the maximum permitted nicotine strength for e-liquid is 20mg/ml, which is 2 percent. You will see 20mg/ml on most pod products because it is the level many people find comparable to smoking in terms of satisfaction. Lower strengths are available on some pod ranges, and the right choice depends on how much you smoke or vape now and how you want to taper. Check the product listing for the strengths actually offered on Cherry Ice before you order.

As a rough guide to choosing, with the caveat that everyone is different:

• 20mg/ml: usually the starting point for people moving from daily smoking, especially a packet a day or close to it. Nicotine salts make this strength smoother than the same number would feel in a freebase liquid, but it is still the strongest legal option.
• 10 to 12mg/ml: sensible for lighter smokers, for people who have been vaping a while and want to step down, and for those who find 20mg/ml too sharp on the throat.
• 5 to 6mg/ml: a low strength for steady tapering or for people who vape mostly out of habit.
• 0mg/ml: nicotine-free options are aimed at people who want the hand-to-mouth routine without the nicotine, and are not always available in pod formats.

Signs you may have chosen too high include a harsh throat hit, dizziness, nausea, headache, a racing heart, or feeling jittery after a short session. If any of these happen, stop vaping, drink some water and step down a strength next time. Signs you may have chosen too low include constantly reaching for the device, chain vaping, feeling irritable between puffs, and still wanting cigarettes. In that case, step up a level rather than simply vaping more.

A point worth stating plainly: nicotine is addictive. Vaping is widely understood to carry far lower risk than smoking tobacco, which is why UK public health bodies support it as a stop-smoking aid for adults, but it is not risk-free. Non-smokers and under-18s should not use these products, and it is illegal to sell them to anyone under 18. If you are pregnant, have a heart condition, or take regular medication, talk to your GP or pharmacist before using nicotine.

If your goal is to quit nicotine altogether, plan a slow descent. Many people drop from 20mg/ml to 10, then 5, then stop, spending a few weeks at each level. Free local stop-smoking services across the UK can help, and they often provide vape starter kits too.

Who these pods suit, and who should look elsewhere

No product suits everyone, and being clear about fit saves you money and frustration. Cherry Ice RELX Ultra pods are aimed at a particular kind of adult nicotine user. Here is how to tell whether you are in that group.

You are likely to get on well with these pods if:

• You currently smoke and want a simple, cigarette-like replacement with no setup.
• You prefer a tight, mouth-to-lung draw rather than big airflow.
• You like fruit and ice flavours more than tobacco or dessert flavours.
• You want something discreet that produces modest vapour and fits in a small pocket.
• You want predictable running costs and a clear way of tracking usage, one pod at a time.
• You do not want to learn about coils, wicking, wattage or e-liquid mixing.

You may want to look at something else if:

• You enjoy large clouds and a loose, airy draw. A refillable tank or a high-airflow device will suit you better.
• You are very price-sensitive and vape heavily. Closed pods generally cost more per millilitre than bottled e-liquid used in an open system.
• You like to switch flavours often and want to mix your own. A refillable kit is more flexible and lets you buy by the bottle.
• You prefer tobacco or very dry flavours. A fruit-and-ice profile is sweet and may become tiring.
• You do not already own a compatible device. You will need to buy one before the pods are any use.

There are also people who should not use them at all. If you have never smoked or vaped, these pods are not for you. If you are under 18, they are illegal for you to buy or use. Anyone with a medical condition that nicotine could aggravate should speak to a healthcare professional first.

One nuance for people switching from disposables: since the UK ban on single-use disposable vapes, refillable and pod-based systems have become the standard way to get a similar convenience. A pod device is rechargeable and the pod is a replaceable part, which is how the format sits outside the disposable ban. If you liked the grab-and-go convenience of a disposable but want something more sustainable, a closed pod device is the natural move, with the added benefit that you can change flavours without replacing the whole unit.

How to fit, use and look after a pod

Using a closed pod is straightforward, but a few habits make a real difference to flavour, longevity and leak resistance. Follow these steps with your first Cherry Ice pod and then repeat them each time.

• 1. Check the device: make sure it is charged and the contacts are dry and clean.
• 2. Open the packaging and inspect the pod: look for cracks, obvious liquid on the outside, or a loose mouthpiece. If anything looks damaged, do not use it, and contact the shop.
• 3. Remove any protective seals: some pods have a small film or plug over the airflow or the base. Remove only what the instructions say to remove.
• 4. Seat the pod: align it with the device, press in gently until it clicks or sits flush. Do not force it.
• 5. Let it rest for a couple of minutes: this allows the coil to saturate with liquid. It is the single most useful thing you can do to avoid a burnt first puff.
• 6. Take two or three gentle priming draws: short, soft pulls without inhaling deeply, just to start the flow.
• 7. Vape normally: slow, smooth draws of two to three seconds, with a pause between puffs.

Day to day habits that keep a pod performing:

• Store the device upright when you are not using it, so liquid stays near the coil and away from the airflow channel.
• Do not leave it in your pocket with a loose power button. If your device has a button, pressing it repeatedly in a pocket can fire the coil dry. If it has a lock feature, use it.
• Wipe the mouthpiece and the connection point with a dry tissue from time to time. Condensation and residue are minor but real causes of poor connection.
• Change the pod when the flavour fades, not when the liquid is completely gone. Running dry shortens the life of the coil and tastes bad.
• Keep spare pods in a cool, dry place, out of reach of children and pets. E-liquid containing nicotine is poisonous if swallowed.

When a pod is finished, do not put it in the household bin. Pods contain residual e-liquid and a small coil. In the UK, retailers who sell vape products are required to accept used vapes and parts back for recycling, and many council recycling centres have collection bins. Look for a vape or small electricals recycling point near you, or ask the shop you buy from. Some pod makers also run take-back programmes, which are worth using if one operates where you live.

Troubleshooting common problems with refill pods

Most pod problems have simple causes and quick fixes. Work through the likely culprits in order before assuming you have a faulty product.

• The device does not fire or the light flashes: check the pod is seated all the way in. Remove it, wipe the contacts with a dry cotton bud, and reseat. Next confirm the battery is charged. A flashing indicator often signals a low battery or a connection fault.
• Burnt or harsh taste: usually the coil is dry. Rest the pod for a few minutes, take shorter draws with longer gaps, and avoid chain vaping. If the pod is nearly empty, it is simply finished. Replace it.
• Weak or muted flavour: check the battery first, then check you are not at the end of the pod. If you have recently switched flavours, your taste buds may need a short reset. Water and a few minutes help. Also be aware that very cold or very hot environments can dull vapour output.
• Gurgling or spitting: too much liquid has pooled around the coil. Remove the pod, tap it gently on a tissue to clear the airflow channel, and wait a few minutes before using again.
• Leaking from the base or the device: wipe everything dry, reseat the pod, and keep the device upright. If it continues, the seal may be damaged or the pod may have been exposed to heat. Do not keep using a leaking pod, as liquid inside the device can damage the electronics.
• Hard to draw or airflow feels blocked: check that no protective film remains over the air inlet and that the mouthpiece is clear. A gentle blow through the mouthpiece away from your face can clear a block.
• Pod will not fit: check the compatibility. Pods are made for specific device generations and you should not force a mismatched pod into a device.
• Sore throat or dry mouth: not a fault in the pod. Drink more water, consider stepping down the nicotine strength, and slow down your pace.

If none of these steps solve the issue, note down what is happening and when, and contact the shop with your order number. Photos of the pod and the device help the support team identify faults quickly.

Safety first: if a device becomes unusually hot, swells, emits smoke or smells of burning plastic, stop using it immediately, put it somewhere safe and non-flammable such as a metal tray outdoors, and do not try to charge it again. Damaged lithium cells should be taken to a proper recycling or hazardous waste point and never thrown into household waste.

Value for money and running costs

Closed pods are priced as a convenience product. You are paying for a sealed, consistent, ready-to-use cartridge, and that makes the cost per millilitre higher than bottled e-liquid. Whether that is good value depends on what you compare against and what you value.

Compare against smoking first, because that is the comparison most buyers actually care about. A pack of 20 cigarettes in the UK now costs upwards of the mid-teens in pounds, and a daily smoker can easily spend more than five thousand pounds a year. A pod costing a few pounds that lasts roughly one to two days at moderate use works out far cheaper over a week, a month and a year, even once you add the cost of the device and the occasional replacement cable. That saving is the main financial reason many people switch.

Now compare against other vaping formats:

• Closed pod systems (this product): higher cost per ml, lowest effort, most predictable. No coil purchases, no bottle purchases.
• Refillable pod kits with bottled e-liquid: noticeably cheaper per ml, but you buy coils or pods separately and you handle the liquid yourself.
• Larger tank kits: cheapest to run at scale, but more fiddly, more to learn, and less discreet.

To judge value for your own pattern, do a simple calculation. Take the price of a pack of pods, divide by the number of pods in it, and divide that by the number of days a pod lasts for you. That gives you a daily cost. Multiply by seven to compare with a weekly cigarette spend. Most people are surprised how quickly the numbers favour vaping, and how much room there is to absorb the occasional pricier pod.

Ways to get more from each pod without cutting corners:

• Pause between draws so the wick keeps up.
• Take shorter puffs rather than long ones.
• Store pods properly so they do not leak before use.
• Choose a nicotine strength that actually satisfies you, since under-dosing leads to more puffs, not fewer.
• Buy multipacks when they are offered, if you know you will use them within a reasonable time.

It is also worth factoring in the device. If you already own a compatible device, the pods are the only ongoing cost. If you are buying both for the first time, your first week will cost more, but the device should last many months with sensible care, which brings the average cost per day down.

The honest summary on value: pods are not the cheapest way to vape, but they are a fair price for the reliability and the zero-effort experience, and they are very good value against tobacco.

How Cherry Ice compares with other pod options

When choosing a pod you are really choosing among three things: the flavour, the format, and the brand ecosystem. Here is how Cherry Ice RELX Ultra pods sit alongside the main alternatives, with the trade-offs stated plainly.

Against other RELX flavours. Within the same range, Cherry Ice is a mid-sweetness fruit-and-cooling option. Tobacco and creamy tobacco pods are drier and suit people who want something closer to a cigarette. Menthol and mint pods have stronger cooling and little sweetness. Other fruit pods are sweeter and often less cooling. Cherry Ice is a good fit if you want sweetness with a refreshing edge, but if you want pure menthol it will feel too fruity, and if you want pure fruit the ice may feel unnecessary. Most RELX users keep two or three flavours and alternate to prevent flavour fatigue.

Against other closed-pod brands. Several brands sell closed pods with similar capacity and similar tight-draw characteristics. Some use ceramic-style heaters, some use cotton wicks with metal coils, and some offer more airflow. The practical differences tend to be in flavour sharpness, how quickly the pod tastes flat towards the end, and how reliable the seal is. A strong point for the RELX ecosystem is how widely available its pods are in UK shops, which matters when you need a replacement quickly. A weaker point is the lock-in: you can only use pods designed for your device generation, whereas some open pod systems accept third-party pods.

Against refillable pod kits. A refillable kit lets you fill with any bottle, which gives much wider flavour choice and a lower cost per ml. The price of that is mess, learning and the need to carry bottles. If you value convenience, closed pods win. If you value cost and variety, refillables win.

Against disposables. Disposable vapes are now banned from sale in the UK, so this is mostly a reminder of why pods have taken their place. A pod device is rechargeable, only the pod is swapped, and flavour variety is easy. It also generates much less electronic waste than throwing away a whole device each time.

Against nicotine pouches, gum and patches. These are alternatives for people who want nicotine without inhaling anything. They work, they are discreet, and they are valid options. They do not replicate the hand-to-mouth habit and the sensation of inhaling, which is a big part of why many smokers prefer vaping.

The fair conclusion is that Cherry Ice is not trying to be the cheapest or the most flexible choice. It is a consistent, easy, fruit-and-cooling pod for people who want to use a closed system without fuss. If that describes you, it is a reasonable pick. If you want something different, there are better matches elsewhere, and we would rather you chose the right product than the first one.