SKE Crystal Review: Complete Range Breakdown

SKE is the manufacturer behind the Crystal brand — one of the most recognisable names in UK vaping. The Crystal Bar was one of the best-selling disposable vapes in the UK before the ban, and SKE has built a comprehensive legal range of prefilled pod kits to serve its customer base post-June 2025. This review covers every device in the current Crystal range.

For context on the Crystal Bar's history and why it was banned, see our Crystal Bar guide. For a direct comparison with Lost Mary, see Crystal vs Lost Mary. For the broader market view, visit our best prefilled pod kits 2026 guide.

About SKE as a Manufacturer

SKE — Shenzhen Kanger Electronics — is one of the UK's most prominent vape brand operators, with a dedicated UK distribution network and a substantial investment in product compliance. The Crystal Bar was developed specifically for the UK market, and SKE's transition to pod kits was well-planned relative to many competitors.

The manufacturer's UK team worked with the flavour profiles developed for the Crystal Bar to ensure continuity across the pod kit range. As a result, Crystal Pro Max pods taste recognisably like Crystal Bar pods — the characteristic bold, sweet Crystal flavour DNA is preserved across the range.

All SKE Crystal products available in the UK are MHRA-registered, TRPR compliant, and supplied through legitimate UK distribution channels.

Crystal Pro Max

Best for: Most former Crystal Bar users

Specifications

Specification	Detail
Total puff count	~9,000
Pod capacity	2ml prefilled
Nicotine	10mg and 20mg nic salt
Coil	Mesh
Firing	Draw-activated
Charging	USB-C
Flavours	35+
Device price	£10–14
Replacement pods	£3–5 per pack

Design

The Crystal Pro Max retains a slim, bar-shaped form factor familiar to Crystal Bar users. The casing is slightly larger than the original Crystal Bar — necessary to accommodate the rechargeable battery — but maintains a compact, pocketable profile. The characteristic semi-transparent or translucent casing of the Crystal brand is present, allowing users to see remaining pod e-liquid levels.

Flavour quality

The mesh coil delivers consistent, bold flavour throughout the pod's life. SKE's characteristic sweetness is front and centre — this is a sweeter flavour profile than Lost Mary's equivalent range, which some users actively prefer. Fruit profiles are vibrant and candy-forward; ice profiles are well-balanced between fruit sweetness and menthol cooling.

Verdict

The Crystal Pro Max is the default recommendation for any former Crystal Bar user. It delivers the flavour experience they are used to in a legal, cost-effective format. Build quality is good, the flavour range is comprehensive, and the pod availability is consistent.

Rating: 4.5 / 5

Crystal 4in1

Best for: Users who want flavour variety within a single pod

Specifications

Specification	Detail
Total puff count	~8,000 (2,000 per chamber)
Pod design	Four-chamber prefilled pod
Nicotine	20mg nic salt
Coil	Mesh x4 (one per chamber)
Firing	Draw-activated, rotates between chambers
Flavours	Multiple combination packs available
Device price	£12–18

Design

The Crystal 4in1 is a more complex device than the Pro Max. The pod unit contains four separate chambers, each pre-filled with a different flavour. The device automatically rotates between chambers as each one is depleted, or users can manually select their preferred chamber. The mechanism is well-engineered and the transitions between chambers are clean.

Flavour quality

Each chamber has its own dedicated mesh coil, ensuring the same flavour quality per chamber as a standard Crystal Pro Max pod. The flavour combinations in available packs are well-chosen — SKE has paired flavours that complement each other without clashing when switching between them mid-session.

Verdict

The Crystal 4in1 is a genuinely innovative product that addresses one of the main complaints about single-flavour pods: monotony. Users who previously rotated through multiple disposable flavours in a day will find the 4in1 satisfying. The main limitation is the fixed flavour combinations — you cannot choose individual flavours per chamber.

Rating: 4.3 / 5

Crystal Galaxy

Best for: Heavy users who want the highest puff count in the Crystal range

Specifications

Specification	Detail
Total puff count	Up to 25,000
Pod capacity	2ml prefilled (multiple pods)
Nicotine	20mg nic salt
Coil	Mesh
Firing	Draw-activated
Charging	USB-C
Battery	Larger capacity than Pro Max
Flavours	30+
Device price	£18–28

Design

The Crystal Galaxy is noticeably larger than the Pro Max — the increased battery and pod capacity require a bigger form factor. It is heavier and less pocket-friendly than smaller Crystal options, but the trade-off is significantly longer usage between charges and pod changes. The build quality is the highest in the SKE range.

Flavour quality

The same SKE flavour profiles and mesh coil technology as the Pro Max, with the added benefit of a larger battery maintaining consistent output even at the end of a long day. Flavour does not degrade with prolonged use in the way it sometimes does on smaller-battery devices.

Verdict

The Crystal Galaxy makes sense for heavy users — those who were going through more than one disposable per day. The higher upfront cost is offset by lower cost per puff and the convenience of fewer pod changes. For the big puff segment, also consider the Hayati Pro Ultra Plus in our big puff vapes guide.

Rating: 4.4 / 5

Crystal Plus

Best for: New pod kit users, lighter vapers

Specifications

Specification	Detail
Total puff count	~4,000
Pod capacity	2ml prefilled
Nicotine	10mg and 20mg
Coil	Mesh
Charging	USB-C
Flavours	25+
Device price	£8–12

Design and Verdict

The Crystal Plus is the entry point into the SKE pod kit range. It is compact, lightweight, and accessible — a good first device for someone switching from Crystal Bar who is unfamiliar with pod kits. Flavour quality is good, the mesh coil performs well, and the lower device price reduces the commitment required to try the format.

Rating: 4.2 / 5

Range Comparison Table

Device	Puffs	Flavours	Nic Strengths	Price	Rating
Crystal Pro Max	9,000	35+	10mg, 20mg	£10–14	4.5 / 5
Crystal 4in1	8,000	Multi-combo	20mg	£12–18	4.3 / 5
Crystal Galaxy	25,000	30+	20mg	£18–28	4.4 / 5
Crystal Plus	4,000	25+	10mg, 20mg	£8–12	4.2 / 5

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