Nicotine liquids verdict: breakdown edition
Nicotine liquids advice for Scotland, covering verdict, what to look for and where the trade-offs actually sit.
Local availability in Scotland shapes the practical answer more than the marketing does. Charging over USB-C takes about 39 from empty, and the pass-through means the device can be used while plugged in on the smaller batteries.
Local availability in Scotland shapes the practical answer more than the marketing does. Comparing this against a 50:50 PG/VG setup shows the difference clearly: one favours flavour, the other favours volume.
The Emerald finish hides fingerprints far better than the gloss options, which matters more than it sounds on a device handled daily. Worth noting that the 510 thread takes a small amount of care to keep clean, which we cover in the maintenance section below. For first-time buyers, the learning curve is shorter than the specification list suggests, and daily use is straightforward from the first charge.
The throat hit is noticeably firmer than a 50:50 PG/VG blend, so if you prefer a smoother draw, mix accordingly. Pricing in Scotland shifts with import duty, so the figures here reflect current GBP rates rather than a fixed list price. Airflow control on the RELX Pro is adjustable enough to move from a warm, restrained draw to something far more open without removing the tank.
Battery behaviour is where the RELX Pro earns its keep: the 800 mAh cell holds a usable charge for most of a day at 40 and recharges over USB-C. If you take one thing from this page, make it the coil compatibility check. A device that needs a coil you cannot source locally becomes an expensive ornament within a month. The throat hit is noticeably firmer than a 50:50 PG/VG blend, so if you prefer a smoother draw, mix accordingly.
Charging over USB-C takes about 39 from empty, and the pass-through means the device can be used while plugged in on the smaller batteries. Two things to check before ordering: the USB-C socket on the base and whether the 1.5 Ω regular coil is the newer generation. Battery behaviour is where the RELX Pro earns its keep: the 800 mAh cell holds a usable charge for most of a day at 40 and recharges over USB-C.
The instruction booklet is thin, but the diagrams are clear enough that most people set the device up without further help. Flavour tracking stays consistent from the first day to roughly the 1.5 Ω regular mark before the profile flattens and a swap makes sense. In Scotland, availability of the 1.5 Ω regular coil is the practical bottleneck, not the device itself.
We would pair the RELX Pro with a 50:50 PG/VG liquid, which is where the balance between throat hit and cloud density sits most comfortably. Replacement coils are widely available, and the 1.5 Ω regular coil is the sensible default to keep in stock. The wide bore mouthpiece is comfortable over long sessions and resists the condensation that gathers on narrower tips.
Specifications
These are the figures that matter day to day, and the ones worth comparing across models.
| Reference model | RELX Pro |
|---|---|
| Brand family | SMOK |
| Battery capacity | 800 mAh |
| Power range | 40 W |
| Liquid capacity | 8.0 ml |
| Coil | 1.5 Ω regular |
| Bottle size | 300 ml |
| Liquid ratio | 50:50 PG/VG |
| Nicotine strength | 10 mg/ml |
| Material | stainless steel |
| Charge port | USB-C |
| Connector | 510 thread |
| Airflow | mesh window |
| Mouthpiece | wide bore |
Flavour and performance notes
A representative profile is Strawberry Cream: creamy, sweet, described as smooth strawberry custard with a light dairy note. On a 50:50 PG/VG ratio this reads clearly on the first day and holds its character to roughly the 1.5 Ω regular mark before the coil begins to mute it.
Practical considerations in Scotland
Availability in Scotland is the factor that decides most outcomes here. Confirm the 1.5 Ω regular and the USB-C are both in stock before committing, and check that the 510 thread matches your existing device if you already own hardware. Duty and GBP rates move, so treat prices as current rather than fixed.
Availability shifts often, so check the current listing before committing to a large order.