How we test Flavour variety packs in Liverpool (v15)
Flavour variety packs advice for Liverpool, covering seasonal picks, what to look for and where the trade-offs actually sit.
The gap between a mid-range and a premium flavour variety packs narrows once you know which components you actually use. The throat hit is noticeably firmer than a 35:65 PG/VG blend, so if you prefer a smoother draw, mix accordingly.
Most Liverpool buyers start with a well-known brand name and then discover that fit and coil availability matter far more. Two things to check before ordering: the Type-C fast charge socket on the base and whether the 0.15 Ω dual mesh coil is the newer generation.
What surprised us most was how little the 0.15 Ω dual mesh coil changes the draw character compared with the 35:65 PG/VG liquid sitting in the chamber. The Rose Quartz finish hides fingerprints far better than the gloss options, which matters more than it sounds on a device handled daily. Worth noting that the Q-Plus takes a small amount of care to keep clean, which we cover in the maintenance section below.
The throat hit is noticeably firmer than a 35:65 PG/VG blend, so if you prefer a smoother draw, mix accordingly. Pricing in Liverpool 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.
Materials are unremarkable on paper and feel reassuringly solid in the hand, with no flex in the body at all. 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 0.15 Ω dual mesh mark before the profile flattens and a swap makes sense.
Charging over Type-C fast charge takes about 87 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 Type-C fast charge socket on the base and whether the 0.15 Ω dual mesh coil is the newer generation. Battery behaviour is where the RELX Pro earns its keep: the 1000 mAh cell holds a usable charge for most of a day at 40 and recharges over Type-C fast charge.
Comparing this against a 35:65 PG/VG setup shows the difference clearly: one favours flavour, the other favours volume. The 2.5 ml capacity is a genuinely useful middle ground: enough liquid for a long session without turning the device into a pocket problem. We would pair the RELX Pro with a 35:65 PG/VG liquid, which is where the balance between throat hit and cloud density sits most comfortably.
Build quality is the quiet differentiator here, with tight seams and a connector that has not loosened after repeated removal. Vapour production is more than adequate at 40, and pushing beyond that adds heat rather than anything worth carrying. We would pair the RELX Pro with a 35:65 PG/VG liquid, which is where the balance between throat hit and cloud density sits most comfortably.
Specifications
These are the figures that matter day to day, and the ones worth comparing across models.
| Reference model | RELX Pro |
|---|---|
| Brand family | IQOS |
| Battery capacity | 1000 mAh |
| Power range | 40 W |
| Liquid capacity | 2.5 ml |
| Coil | 0.15 Ω dual mesh |
| Bottle size | 1.3 ml |
| Liquid ratio | 35:65 PG/VG |
| Nicotine strength | 3 mg/ml |
| Material | zinc alloy |
| Charge port | Type-C fast charge |
| Connector | Q-Plus |
| Airflow | adjustable sliding |
| Mouthpiece | silicone tip |
Flavour and performance notes
A representative profile is Classic Menthol: cool, sharp, described as clean peppermint with consistent coolness. On a 35:65 PG/VG ratio this reads clearly on the first day and holds its character to roughly the 0.15 Ω dual mesh mark before the coil begins to mute it.
Practical considerations in Liverpool
Availability in Liverpool is the factor that decides most outcomes here. Confirm the 0.15 Ω dual mesh and the Type-C fast charge are both in stock before committing, and check that the Q-Plus matches your existing device if you already own hardware. Duty and GBP rates move, so treat prices as current rather than fixed.
Take the time to get it right the first time; the difference shows up over months of use rather than days.