Sweet Strawberry RELX Ultra Refill Pods

Overview

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

RELX Ultra Refill Pods Sweet Strawberry: What You Are Actually Buying

RELX Ultra Refill Pods Sweet Strawberry are pre-filled, closed replacement pods designed for the RELX Ultra pod device. You do not pour anything into them and you do not rebuild a coil. You take a fresh pod out of its pack, push it into the device, and start vaping. When the liquid runs low, you swap the pod and carry on. That plug-and-play routine is the whole appeal of the closed-pod format, and it is why this category has become the usual stepping stone for adult smokers moving to vaping in the UK.

The flavour here is a sweet strawberry: a ripe, juicy red-berry profile with a soft sugary lift rather than a sharp or sour edge. It sits in the fruit end of the range, well away from tobacco and menthol, and it is aimed at vapers who want something that tastes like a dessert fruit rather than a confectionery novelty.

It helps to be clear about what a refill pod is and is not. It is not a disposable vape. The pod is the consumable part; the battery and the electronics live in the reusable device. That distinction matters in the UK, because single-use vapes were banned from sale in June 2025, whereas rechargeable devices with replaceable pods remain legal products. The pod also has to sit inside the UK limits that apply to every nicotine vaping product: a maximum of 20mg/ml nicotine strength and a maximum of 2ml of liquid in a closed pod.

Here is a quick summary of the key points before we go deeper:

• Format: pre-filled closed pod, sold as a refill for the RELX Ultra device
• Flavour: sweet strawberry, fruit-forward and smooth
• Capacity: up to the UK closed-pod maximum of 2ml, so expect roughly 2ml per pod
• Nicotine: strengths are capped at 20mg/ml in the UK; always check the strength printed on your pack
• Coil: a built-in coil inside the pod, replaced every time you replace the pod
• Who it is for: adult smokers and existing vapers who want a simple, low-maintenance setup

The rest of this guide covers how the pods perform, how the flavour behaves from first puff to last, what the build is like, how charging works on the device side, what the coil is doing, how to choose a strength, and how this pod stacks up honestly against the alternatives. Vaping products are for adults aged 18 and over, and they are intended for smokers who want an alternative to cigarettes, not for anyone who does not already use nicotine.

Flavour Profile: How Sweet Strawberry Actually Tastes

Strawberry is one of the hardest fruit flavours to get right in e-liquid. Real strawberries are a mix of sweetness, mild acidity and a faint floral, almost jammy aroma, and flavour houses have to rebuild that from a handful of molecules. Done badly, strawberry vapes taste like cough syrup or artificial sweets. Done well, they land somewhere between fresh fruit and strawberry jam. Sweet Strawberry from RELX leans towards the second description.

On the inhale you get a clear, rounded red-berry note, with the sweetness arriving early. The fruit tastes ripe rather than green, so there is very little tartness to speak of. On the exhale the flavour shifts slightly towards a soft, candied finish, a little like strawberry sweets or a milkshake syrup without the dairy. There is no cooling agent doing the heavy lifting, so this is a warm, plain fruit pod rather than an icy one. If you want a chill on the exhale, you would look at a strawberry ice style pod instead.

Here is how the flavour tends to behave over the life of a pod:

• First few puffs: the flavour is at its most vivid and the sweetness feels slightly more pronounced as the wick and coil saturate
• Middle of the pod: the profile settles into a steady, consistent strawberry that is easy to vape all day
• Last third: with less liquid in the pod, the flavour can thin out and a hint of toastiness may creep in if you keep puffing on a nearly empty pod

Sweetness is the other thing to think about. Sweet fruit pods are pleasant, but heavy sweeteners can coat the coil over time, which dulls flavour and can make the last portion of a pod taste flatter than the first. This is a property of all sweet closed-pod liquids rather than a flaw particular to this one, and it is the main reason why the pod is designed to be replaced rather than topped up.

If you are moving from tobacco, a sweet strawberry is a sensible choice because it is easy to tell apart from the taste of a cigarette. Many ex-smokers find that a flavour with a clear identity helps them stay away from smoking, simply because it does not remind them of it. If you tend to get bored with a single flavour, it is worth keeping a second pod in a different style, such as a mint or a blueberry, so that you can rotate and keep your taste buds fresh.

A fair warning: sweet liquids can cause a slightly sticky mouthfeel for some people, and the flavour can feel too sugary if you vape heavily. Sip water between sessions, and if you find it cloying, a drier fruit or a menthol option may suit you better.

Performance and Puff Delivery

Puff counts on closed pods are always estimates, because the number you get depends on how you vape. A short, gentle draw uses less liquid than a long, hard one. With that caveat in mind, a pod of around 2ml at typical pod-system power can reasonably be expected to deliver somewhere in the region of 400 to 600 puffs for an average user. That is an informed estimate rather than a lab-certified figure, and your own result will vary.

In practical terms, a single pod commonly lasts a light-to-moderate user a few days, and a heavier user one to two days. If you are replacing cigarettes, a rough rule of thumb used by many shops is that one pod covers around the same nicotine you would get from a pack of cigarettes, but that comparison depends heavily on the strength and on your technique, so treat it as a guide rather than a promise.

The way these pods deliver nicotine and vapour is what suits them to former smokers. Pod systems in this class use a mouth-to-lung draw: you pull the vapour into your mouth first, pause, then inhale. It feels closer to smoking a cigarette than the big, airy draws associated with sub-ohm kits. The vapour production is moderate. You will see a visible cloud, but nothing like a high-wattage setup, and that restraint is part of why these devices are easy to use discreetly.

What good performance looks like in practice:

• Quick response: the device fires as you draw, with no button to hold
• Consistent flavour: the first and fiftieth puffs of the day should taste alike
• No leaking: a properly seated pod should keep its liquid where it belongs
• Steady throat hit: predictable rather than harsh, particularly at lower strengths

A few habits improve performance. Take puffs of two to four seconds rather than long, strung-together drags, because chain vaping can outpace the wick and lead to dry hits. Give the device a few seconds between draws. Keep the device upright when it is not in use, so that liquid does not sit against the airflow channel. And if you have just fitted a new pod, wait a minute or two before the first puff so the wick can saturate.

If your puff count seems well below the estimate above, the usual causes are chain vaping, very long draws, hot environments that thin the liquid, or a pod that was not fully primed. We cover each of these in the troubleshooting section further down.

Design and Build Quality of the Pod

A refill pod looks simple, but there is more engineering inside it than most people realise. The pod is a small sealed cartridge made of a hard plastic housing, containing a liquid reservoir, a wick, a coil, an airflow channel and a mouthpiece. It also carries the electrical contacts that let the device recognise it and power the coil.

The things that matter in the build are mostly invisible until something goes wrong:

• The seal: a good pod uses silicone gaskets and a tight press-fit so that liquid does not seep out through the base or the airflow openings
• The fit: the pod should click or seat firmly into the device with a small, reassuring snap, and it should not rattle once it is in place
• The mouthpiece: a smooth, rounded mouthpiece is comfortable against the lips and easy to keep clean
• The contacts: clean metal contacts at the base make a reliable connection with the device, which keeps firing consistent
• The window or fill level: being able to see how much liquid remains helps you swap the pod before it runs dry

One practical benefit of a closed-pod design is that you cannot overfill it, underfill it or get the wrong liquid in it, because it arrives sealed. That cuts out the mess that comes with refilling and removes the temptation to mix unknown liquids. It also means that the manufacturer is responsible for the quality of the fill, which is why buying from a reputable UK retailer matters.

The compact size of the pod is part of the design philosophy. Smaller pods mean a slimmer device, and a slimmer device slips into a pocket or small bag without becoming an object you worry about. The trade-off is capacity: because the UK caps closed pods at 2ml, there is a natural limit to how long one pod can last, which is why people tend to carry a spare.

On authenticity: because pod devices rely on tight tolerances and good materials, counterfeit pods are a real problem in the market. Fakes can leak, taste harsh or fail to fit properly. Buy from a recognised UK retailer, check that the packaging is intact and carries the proper UK warnings, and be wary of prices that look too good to be true. Genuine UK-sold nicotine products must carry a health warning and an ingredients list, and the absence of either is a red flag.

Finally, store spare pods in their packaging, upright, at room temperature and away from direct sunlight. Heat thins the liquid and can promote leaking, and cold can make it sluggish enough to cause weak vapour until the pod warms up.

Battery and Charging: The Device Side of the System

The pod itself has no battery. All of the power comes from the RELX Ultra device it plugs into, which is why it makes sense to talk about charging in a guide to the pod. The battery in a compact pod device is typically a few hundred mAh in capacity, which is the right balance for a slim, pocketable design. As an informed estimate rather than a published figure, you can expect a full charge to power a moderate user through most of a day and often through two pods' worth of liquid before it needs topping up, although this varies by device and by how you vape.

Recharging is done over USB, normally with a USB-C or a similar small connector depending on the generation of the device. Charging from empty to full commonly takes somewhere around an hour to two hours on a standard phone charger or computer port. The sensible approach is to use a basic 5V charger rather than a high-wattage fast charger, because small vape batteries are not designed for aggressive charging.

Good charging habits protect both the battery and your safety:

• Use the cable provided or a reputable replacement. Cheap, unbranded cables can deliver unstable power
• Do not leave it charging unattended for long periods, and never charge it under a pillow or on a soft surface where heat could build
• Unplug once it is full. Modern devices stop charging on their own, but it is a good routine regardless
• Keep it cool. Do not leave the device in a hot car or in direct sun, since heat degrades lithium batteries
• Stop using a device that is swollen, hot to the touch, or physically damaged, and take it to a proper recycling point

Because the pod and the device are separate, a flat battery does not mean you have lost anything. You can simply charge the device and continue with the same pod. Conversely, when a pod runs out of liquid, the device still has charge, and you just clip in a fresh one. That modularity is an advantage over a disposable, where an empty tank means throwing away a battery that may still have power left.

When the device finally reaches the end of its life, which for most people is many months to a couple of years of regular use, it should not go in the general rubbish. Lithium batteries can start fires in bin lorries and waste facilities. In the UK you can return unwanted vapes and batteries to a collection point at many shops, supermarkets and household waste recycling centres, and retailers that sell vaping products are expected to take back waste vapes. Always remove nothing yourself, and simply hand over the whole device.

Coil and Mesh Technology Inside the Pod

The coil is the part of the pod that turns liquid into vapour, and it is the main thing that determines flavour quality and lifespan. In a closed pod like this, the coil is built in and cannot be swapped out, so each new pod comes with a brand new coil. That is one of the quiet advantages of the format: you always start with a fresh heating element, and you never have to judge when a coil is worn out.

RELX pods have traditionally used a ceramic-based heating design, in which a porous ceramic material acts as the wick and holds the heating element. The aim of ceramic is to give a gradual, even heat, so that flavours stay clean and the liquid does not scorch quickly. Because the exact coil construction can differ between pod generations, we recommend checking the packaging or the manufacturer's information if you need the precise specification. What matters in daily use is the outcome: a stable, even vapour with a flavour that stays true to the liquid.

Here is how a coil of this type works in simple steps:

• When you draw on the mouthpiece, the device senses the airflow and sends current to the coil
• The coil heats up in a fraction of a second
• Liquid held in the wick is drawn onto the heated surface and turns to vapour
• The vapour travels up the airflow channel and out of the mouthpiece

Typical coil resistances in pod systems of this style are in the region of one ohm or a bit above, which suits a tighter mouth-to-lung draw and works well with nicotine salt liquids at modest power. That is an informed generalisation rather than a published specification for this pod.

Mesh coils, which are common in other brands, use a flat sheet of fine metal mesh with a large surface area. They tend to give faster ramp-up and a denser flavour. Ceramic coils tend to offer smoother, gentler heating and are often considered less prone to harsh hits. Neither approach is inherently better; they are different ways of solving the same problem, and the quality of the individual implementation counts for more than the label.

To get the most from the coil, avoid chain vaping, avoid vaping a pod down to the last drop, and replace the pod as soon as flavour drops or you taste anything burnt. A burnt coil cannot be rescued, and persevering with it just gives you a bad experience and harsh vapour.

Nicotine Strength Guidance and UK Limits

Nicotine strength is the most important choice you make when you buy pods, and getting it right is the difference between a satisfying switch away from cigarettes and an uncomfortable first week. In the UK, all nicotine vaping liquids are limited to a maximum of 20mg/ml, often written as 2%. That limit applies across the board, including to disposables when they were still sold, and it applies to pre-filled pods like these. Closed pods are also limited to a maximum of 2ml of liquid. Always check the strength printed on the pack and on the product page, because the available options vary and you should buy the one that is listed for the item you have chosen.

Pod devices usually run on nicotine salt liquids. Salt nicotine is absorbed more smoothly than the freebase nicotine used in older, bigger devices, so it feels gentler on the throat at a given strength. That is why pod strengths of 10mg/ml to 20mg/ml are common even though the same strength in a freebase liquid would feel harsh.

Here is a straightforward way to think about choosing a strength:

• Higher strength (around 18mg/ml to 20mg/ml): suited to people who smoke around ten or more cigarettes a day, or who smoke within half an hour of waking. It helps to satisfy cravings fully so that you are less likely to go back to cigarettes
• Medium strength (around 10mg/ml to 12mg/ml): suited to lighter smokers, social smokers, or people who have been vaping for a while and want to reduce
• Lower strength (around 3mg/ml to 6mg/ml): suited to people stepping down gradually, where available

A common mistake is choosing too low a strength in the hope of cutting down quickly. If the pod does not satisfy you, you tend to vape more often and for longer, which can actually raise your total intake and leave you frustrated. It is usually better to start at a strength that stops you craving, and then step down over weeks or months.

A few safety points apply. Nicotine is addictive. If you do not currently smoke or vape, you should not start. Keep pods and devices out of reach of children and pets, since the liquid is dangerous if swallowed or if it gets on skin in quantity. Signs that your strength is too high include dizziness, nausea, a racing heart or headaches, and if you notice those, put the device down and move to a lower strength next time.

If you are trying to stop smoking and want support, the NHS stop smoking services and your local pharmacy can offer free advice, and many people combine vaping with behavioural support to improve their odds. This guide is general information and not medical advice, so speak to a healthcare professional if you have a health condition or you are pregnant.

Who These Pods Are For, and Who Should Skip Them

No product suits everyone, and being honest about that saves you money. RELX Ultra Sweet Strawberry pods are a good fit for a specific type of adult user, and a poor fit for others.

These pods make sense if you:

• Are an adult smoker looking to switch. The mouth-to-lung draw and the nicotine salt delivery are close to the cigarette experience, which is why the format works for people trying to quit tobacco
• Want zero maintenance. You do not refill, rewick, or rebuild anything. Swap the pod and go
• Enjoy sweet fruit flavours. If you like strawberry sweets, jam or fruit yoghurts, this profile will feel familiar
• Value a small, discreet device. Pods suit a pocket or a small bag far better than big tank-style kits
• Want to avoid disposables. A rechargeable device with replaceable pods creates less waste than throwing away an entire vape every few days, and disposables can no longer be sold in the UK anyway

You may want to look elsewhere if you:

• Have never smoked or vaped. Nicotine is addictive and these are not for non-smokers or anyone under 18
• Prefer to choose your own e-liquid. Closed pods lock you into the manufacturer's flavours. A refillable pod kit or a tank gives you freedom to pick any liquid
• Like big clouds and a loose, airy draw. A sub-ohm tank and a mod are a better route for direct-to-lung vaping
• Want the cheapest possible running cost. Refillable systems with 10ml bottles of e-liquid usually cost less per millilitre than pre-filled pods
• Dislike sweet flavours. If sugary profiles bother you, a menthol, mint or tobacco style pod will be easier to live with

It is also worth noting that this product is intended for existing nicotine users. If you are pregnant or have a heart condition, speak to your GP or pharmacist before using any nicotine product. If you are using vaping to stop smoking, set yourself a plan: choose a strength that actually satisfies you, switch fully rather than mixing cigarettes and vapes, and consider free local stop smoking support.

Finally, remember that you can only buy these products from a UK retailer if you are 18 or older. Age verification at checkout and on delivery is standard practice.

How to Fit, Use and Look After Your Pods

Using a closed pod is straightforward, but a few simple habits will help you avoid leaks, dry hits and wasted liquid. Here is the routine most vapers settle into.

Fitting a new pod:

• Check the device is switched on or ready, and that the battery has some charge
• Take the fresh pod from its packaging and remove any protective cap or seal from the mouthpiece or base, if one is fitted
• Line the pod up with the opening in the device and press it in until you feel it seat firmly
• Wait a minute or two so that the wick can absorb liquid, then take a couple of gentle, short puffs to prime it

Using it day to day:

• Draw slowly for two to four seconds, with a short pause between puffs
• Keep the device upright between uses when you can
• Wipe the mouthpiece and contacts occasionally with a dry tissue to keep things clean
• Keep a spare pod with you, so you are never tempted to have a cigarette when your pod runs out

When to change the pod:

• When the liquid level drops close to the bottom of the reservoir
• When the flavour becomes thin, flat or burnt
• When vapour production drops noticeably despite a charged battery

Storage and safety: keep pods and devices away from children and pets, out of direct sunlight, and away from extremes of heat or cold. Do not carry a loose device in a pocket with coins or keys, since contact with metal can damage the electronics. Never try to refill or open a closed pod, because tampering voids any warranty and can damage the device or injure you.

Disposal and recycling: used pods contain residual liquid and a small coil, and they are classed as waste electrical and electronic equipment in some cases, so they should not go into household recycling or general rubbish. In the UK you can return used pods and old devices to a take-back point. Retailers that sell vaping products must offer collection, and many household waste recycling centres also accept them. If the battery is separate or the device is damaged, hand it over as it is and do not attempt to dismantle it.

If you travel, remember that vaping devices should go in carry-on baggage rather than checked luggage because of the lithium battery, and that rules about using them in public places vary. Many trains, workplaces and indoor venues treat vaping like smoking, so always check the local rules.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Most problems with closed pods are simple to fix. Work through the likely cause before assuming the product is faulty.

The device does not fire or the pod is not recognised.

• Remove the pod and re-seat it firmly, since a half-seated pod is the most common cause
• Check the battery has charge. Plug it in for a few minutes and try again
• Wipe the contacts on the pod and device with a dry cotton bud
• Check that you have taken off any protective film or cap on the pod

Weak vapour or thin flavour.

• You may be near the end of the pod. Check the liquid level
• The wick may not be saturated. Wait a minute after fitting a new pod, and take a few short primer puffs
• A cold pod can feel sluggish. Warm it in your hand for a minute
• Sweet liquid may have gunked the coil. Replace the pod

Burnt or harsh taste.

• You are probably vaping on a nearly empty pod or chain vaping. Stop, let the pod rest and replace it if the taste persists
• A burnt coil cannot be recovered, so do not push on with it

Leaking.

• Check the pod is fully seated and the seals are intact
• Do not store the device on its side or upside down with the pod full
• Avoid leaving it in hot places, or in a pocket against your body for extended periods
• Wipe any liquid off the contacts and the device with a dry tissue before use. If leaking continues, replace the pod and contact the retailer about a faulty item

Gurgling noises. A bit of condensation can build in the airflow path. Remove the pod and gently blow through the mouthpiece to clear it, or wipe it clean with a tissue.

Throat irritation or dizziness. This usually indicates that the strength is too high for you or that you are puffing too often. Put the device down, drink water and consider a lower strength. If symptoms continue, speak to a pharmacist or GP.

When to contact the seller. If a pod arrives damaged, leaks straight out of the box, or does not work in a charged and clean device, take a photo and contact the retailer. UK consumer law gives you rights when goods are faulty, and a reputable seller will resolve it, either with a replacement or a refund.

Value for Money: What a Pod Really Costs You

The sticker price of a pod only tells part of the story. A better way to judge value is to look at the cost per day of use, and then compare it to what you would spend on cigarettes or on other vaping options.

Pre-filled pods are priced at a premium over bottled e-liquid because you are paying for convenience. The pod includes the liquid, the coil, the wick and the housing, and it arrives ready to use. A multipack typically works out cheaper per pod than buying singles, so if you are settled on a flavour, buying a pack of two or more makes sense. Prices change, so always check the current figure on the product page.

Consider the following when you work out value:

• Pods per week: a moderate user might use two to four pods a week, a heavier user more. Multiply by the pod price to see your weekly spend
• Cost against cigarettes: with the price of a packet of twenty cigarettes in the UK now high, most smokers who switch fully to vaping find a meaningful saving, even with premium pods
• Device lifespan: because the battery and electronics are reusable, you are not throwing away a battery with every pod, unlike a disposable
• Waste: a smaller amount of waste per day of use is a benefit, even if it is hard to put a price on it

There are cheaper ways to vape. Refillable pod kits, where you buy 10ml bottles of nic salt and fill small tanks, cost less per millilitre, sometimes dramatically less. The trade-off is that you must handle the liquid, keep spare coils and clean up occasional spills. If you are happy with the plug-and-play approach, closed pods are good value for what they offer. If you vape heavily and mind the cost, a refillable system will likely save you money in the long run.

Beyond price, think about the cost of a bad experience. A cheap, unbranded pod that leaks, tastes burnt or fails to fire is not good value, however low the price. Buying from a reputable UK seller reduces the risk of counterfeits and gives you a clear route to a refund if something goes wrong.

Overall, we think Sweet Strawberry pods are fairly priced for what they are: a convenient, branded, low-maintenance format. They are not the cheapest way to vape, and we would not claim they are, but they are sensible value for the right kind of user.

How They Compare with Other Pod Systems

The closed-pod market is crowded, so it is worth knowing where this product sits. We have tried to be fair rather than promotional, since the right choice depends on what you value.

Against other pre-filled pod systems. Systems such as Vuse ePod and Blu use the same basic idea as RELX: a sealed pod, a reusable battery device, nicotine salt liquid. The differences come down to flavour range, pod fit, device size and price. RELX pods are known for a smooth ceramic-style heating design and a flavour-focused range. Rivals may offer a larger choice of tobacco and menthol options, or cheaper multipacks. If you already own a device from another brand, remember that pods are not interchangeable across brands, so compatibility should be your first consideration.

Against refillable pod kits. Kits from brands such as Oxva, Aspire and Vaporesso let you fill the pod with whatever e-liquid you like. They give you a far bigger flavour choice and a lower running cost. In return, you have to fill the pod, manage the coil, and sometimes deal with leaks and spills. Closed pods win on convenience, refillable kits win on cost and variety.

Against disposable vapes. Disposables are now banned from sale in the UK, so this is more of a historical comparison, but it still matters because many people moved from disposables to pods. A pod system avoids throwing away a battery with every unit, produces less waste, and generally offers better flavour consistency and a more adult-friendly build. It does require you to charge a device, which is the one thing disposables made unnecessary.

Against sub-ohm tanks and mods. These deliver big clouds and warm, airy draws using direct-to-lung vaping at higher wattage. They suit experienced vapers who enjoy the hobby side of the product. They are bulkier, need more learning and use liquid at a much faster rate. For a smoker who just wants a simple replacement, a pod device is a gentler starting point.

The honest summary. If you want a simple, branded, clean-tasting fruit pod, with minimal fuss, RELX Ultra Sweet Strawberry does the job well. If you want maximum flavour choice, lowest cost per ml, or cloud chasing, a different type of device will suit you better. None of these are better in an absolute sense; they just serve different people. Whichever route you pick, make sure you buy from a trusted UK retailer, check your strength, and recycle your waste responsibly.