Pros

  • Nearly as easy to use as a disposable vape
  • Starter kit and refills are extremely competitive on cost with other types of vapes
  • Surprisingly small for a device containing 12 ml of e-liquid

Cons

  • No plain tobacco or menthol flavours available yet

The SKE brand has been massively popular in the UK over the past couple of years thanks to the success of their Crystal Bar disposable vapes. People loved the wide selection of Crystal Bar flavours, and they also liked the appealing design with a clear outer shell. The disposable vape ban is finally here, though, and SKE have had to adapt by releasing a new range of reusable vapes. The SKE Crystal CL6000 might be our favourite.

People are using the term “big puff vapes” to describe the new generation of convenient reusable vapes that hold large amounts of e-liquid and can potentially last thousands of puffs before needing to be refilled. “Big puff” is definitely an apt term for the Crystal CL6000, which holds an incredible 12 ml of e-liquid when completely filled and lasts up to 6,000 puffs.

The Crystal CL6000 is as easy to use as any pod system and nearly as easy to use as a disposable vape. It also lasts about as long as six disposable vapes when fully filled, making it so convenient and economical that you’ll wonder why you didn’t switch to a big puff vape long ago. In this review, we’ll tell you everything that you need to know about it.

How Much Does the SKE Crystal CL6000 Cost?

Crystal CL6000 Cost

The SKE Crystal CL6000 costs £11.95 and comes in your choice of 10 different flavours. The kit includes the device and the two-part e-liquid system, which we’ll explain momentarily. The device recharges via USB-C, though you’ll need to provide your own cable.

When you buy Crystal CL6000 pods, you’ll pay just £7.99 and will receive 12 ml of e-liquid split between a 10 ml reservoir and a 2 ml pod. The pods are available in the same 10 flavours.

Overall, the Crystal CL6000 is extremely affordable compared to disposable vapes and is also more affordable than many other pre-filled pod systems. When you buy refill pods for the IVG Air 4 in 1, for instance, you’ll pay £4.58 and will only receive 4 ml of e-liquid.

How Does the Crystal CL6000 Work?

Crystal CL6000 Pod

The Crystal CL6000 uses what’s called a “2+10” design. It has a two-part refill system consisting of a 2 ml pod and a 10 ml reservoir. The components are separate from one another in the retail package to comply with the limits in the Tobacco Products Directive for vape pods (2 ml) and e-liquid bottles (10 ml). You’ll assemble them yourself before installing them in the Crystal CL6000 as a single component.

As you use the Crystal CL6000, the pod keeps itself filled automatically by drawing e-liquid from the reservoir. This process continues until both containers are empty, which you can see by looking through the translucent plastic. Depending on how heavily you vape, you can expect the 12 ml of e-liquid to last anywhere from about six days to nearly two weeks.

Crystal CL6000 Specifications

  • Device Type: “Big Puff” pre-filled pod system
  • Pod Capacity: 12 ml (2 ml in pod and 10 ml in reservoir)
  • Puff Count: Up to 6,000
  • Nicotine Strength: 20 mg/ml nicotine salt
  • Battery Capacity: 800 mAh; battery recharges in a little under an hour
  • Firing Style: Automatic puff-based firing
  • Options and Settings: No options or settings
  • Smart Screen: Yes; screen displays the battery’s current charge percentage
  • Adjustable Airflow: No

Crystal CL6000 Features

SKE Crystal CL6000 Features

Surprisingly Sleek Design

The first thing you’ll notice about the Crystal CL6000 is that it’s surprisingly small for the amount of e-liquid it contains. It’s scarcely larger than a traditional pod system or disposable vape despite the fact that it contains 12 ml of e-liquid rather than just 2 ml. The people at SKE did an excellent job of making the Crystal CL6000 incredibly compact for the amount of vaping time that it provides between refills. It feels great in the hand, and you’ll have absolutely no trouble carrying it in your pocket.

Almost as Simple as a Disposable Vape

If you were using disposable vapes until the point when they were banned, you were probably using them primarily for their convenience. Once you see how easy the Crystal CL6000 is to use, though, you’ll wonder why you didn’t switch to a big puff vape long ago. The only thing separating the Crystal CL6000 from a disposable vape is the fact that you’ll have to replace the e-liquid supply occasionally – and it stores so much vape juice that you’ll only have to do that about once a week or so. Between the simplicity and the fact that it lasts so long between refills, many people are going to find that the Crystal CL6000 provides a vastly better experience than any disposable vape.

Very Affordable

The Crystal CL6000 is extremely competitive on a cost basis compared to any other type of vape. The refill package costs about as much as a disposable vape did before the ban and roughly the same as a pack of two 2 ml pods for a traditional pod system, but it contains vastly more e-liquid than either. Bottled e-liquid typically costs a little less, but then you have to go through the trouble of refilling your own device. Overall, the Crystal CL6000 strikes an amazing balance between convenience and affordability.

What Are the Best Crystal CL6000 Flavours?

Crystal CL6000 Flavours

The Crystal CL6000 has 10 flavours available at the time of writing. All of the flavours feature different combinations of fruity notes, which you’ll definitely appreciate if you’re a fan of sweet vapes. Here’s a brief overview of the flavours that are currently available for the Crystal CL6000.

  • Blueberry Raspberries: Everyone loves a sweet e-liquid with a bit of complexity, and that’s exactly what you get with the Blueberry Raspberries flavour because the tartness of the raspberry note perfectly counteracts the rich sweetness of the blueberry base.
  • Blueberry Sour Raspberry: Just like the above but with an added sour element that makes the overall flavour profile taste a bit like sour candy.
  • Blue Razz Lemonade: This lemonade flavour has an added blue raspberry note that will make you feel like you’re drinking a slush from the convenience store.
  • Cherry Ice: If you love the taste of a big cherry ice pop during summer, Cherry Ice is bound to be one of your favourite Crystal CL6000 flavours.
  • Fizzy Cherry: Just like the above but with an added fizzy soda note instead of menthol.
  • Lemon Lime: This is the flavour that you’ll want to choose if you’re a citrus lover. It consists of lemon and lime in equal parts along with a bit of added sweetness to create a candy-like finish.
  • Pink Lemonade: The people at SKE are obviously very proud of their lemon note since they included it in three of the 10 flavours for the Crystal CL6000. Here, it’s combined with a berry note to give you an authentic pink lemonade experience.
  • Sour Pineapple: If you love the sweet-and-sour tropical vibe of pineapple, you’ll really enjoy SKE’s interpretation of that flavour because it includes an added sour note that really increases the complexity.
  • Strawberry Burst: Most of the flavours for the Crystal CL6000 are fairly complex blends. Strawberry Burst is an exception because it presents the flavour of ripe, juicy strawberry on its own.
  • Watermelon Ice: Here’s another flavour that’s absolutely perfect for summer. Luscious watermelon blends with crisp menthol to give you an experience that’s refreshing and satisfying.

The only shortcoming of the flavour selection for the Crystal CL6000 is that it doesn’t include any plain tobacco or menthol flavours. Those options might be added in the future if there’s sufficient demand. In the meantime, though, the Crystal CL6000 only has sweet flavours available.

How to Use the Crystal CL6000

If you’ve ever vaped before, you should find the Crystal CL6000 basically self-explanatory. In case this is your first vape, though, here’s a brief explanation of how to use it.

  • Setup: Before you can use the Crystal CL6000, you’ll need to assemble the pod by pressing it into the top of the e-liquid container. The two components snap together, and you can drop the entire assembly into the top of the device.
  • Vaping: To vape, simply draw air through the pod. You can puff on the pod and inhale the vapour as if you were smoking a cigarette.
  • Recharging: The Crystal CL6000 has a built-in display that serves as a battery meter. When the meter reaches zero, it’s time to recharge the device. Do that by connecting it to your computer with a USB-C cable. The Crystal CL6000 doesn’t include a charging cable, so you’ll need to use a cable of your own.
  • Replacing the Pod: You can tell when the Crystal CL6000 pod is empty by looking at it since the plastic is translucent. When the pod is empty, discard it and replace it with a new one.

There’s no need to use the Crystal CL6000 pod until it’s completely empty if you’re in the mood for a different flavour. You can set the pod aside and replace it with a different one when whenever you like.

SKE Crystal CL6000 Review: Final Thoughts

Overall, the SKE Crystal CL6000 provides a fantastic experience for new vapers and for anyone converting from disposable vapes. It’s virtually as easy to use as a disposable vape, with the only real difference being that you’ll have to replace the pod occasionally – but even that is a minor inconvenience since the Crystal CL6000’s 12 ml of e-liquid will most likely last you a week or longer. Between the convenience and the extremely affordable price, what’s not to love? Most people are going to find that the Crystal CL6000 is an absolutely perfect vape.

Tracey Jackson

Tracey Jackson discovered the life-changing potential of vaping after making the switch from smoking several years ago. Tracey specialises in writing expert reviews and helping others find the best vapes on the market.