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  • Elf Liq vs Elux Legend vs SKE Crystal Nic Salts: Bar-Style Salts Compared

    Elf Liq vs Elux Legend vs SKE Crystal Nic Salts: Bar-Style Salts Compared

    Bar-style nic salts are 10ml e-liquids made to taste like the popular bar vapes. They let you keep the flavours you know while using a refillable pod kit, which is usually cheaper to run. Three of the biggest names are Elf Liq from Elf Bar, Elux Legend nic salts and SKE Crystal nic salts.

    At a glance

    Elf Liq Elux Legend SKE Crystal
    Brand Elf Bar Elux SKE
    Bottle 10ml 10ml 10ml
    Common strengths 10mg, 20mg 10mg, 20mg 10mg, 20mg
    Flavour style Matches Elf Bar flavours Matches Elux Legend flavours Matches SKE Crystal flavours
    Best device Low-power refillable pod kits, coils around 0.8Ω and above

    Elf Liq

    Elf Liq is Elf Bar’s own nic salt range, designed to recreate its well-known bar flavours in a bottle. A good choice if you are moving from Elf Bar devices to a refillable kit. Shop Elf Bar.

    Elux Legend nic salts

    Elux Legend salts follow the flavour range of Elux Legend devices, with plenty of fruit and ice blends. Shop Elux.

    SKE Crystal nic salts

    SKE Crystal salts match the flavours of the SKE Crystal range, one of the UK’s best-known bar brands. Shop SKE Crystal.

    Which is best?

    There is no single winner. The best bar salt is usually the one that matches the device flavours you already enjoy. All three come in the same bottle size and strengths and work in the same kits. If you are unsure, try a few flavours from each brand.

    Getting the best from bar salts

    • Use a low-power pod kit such as the Caliburn, XROS or Xlim. See our pod kit comparison.
    • Choose 20mg for a feel closest to a bar vape, or 10mg for a lighter hit. See our strength guide.
    • Prime new pods and coils before vaping.

    Browse all nic salts, or go straight to 20mg and 10mg.

    Frequently asked questions

    Do bar salts taste exactly like the device?

    They are made to be very close, but the pod kit and coil you use also affect flavour.

    Can I use bar salts in a prefilled pod?

    No. Prefilled pods are not designed to be refilled. Use bar salts in a refillable pod kit.

    Are bar salts cheaper than prefilled pods?

    Per ml they are usually cheaper, as one 10ml bottle fills five 2ml pods.

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  • Caliburn G4 vs XROS 4 Mini vs Xlim Pro 3: Refillable Pod Kits Compared

    Caliburn G4 vs XROS 4 Mini vs Xlim Pro 3: Refillable Pod Kits Compared

    If you are moving from a bar-style vape to a refillable pod kit, three names come up again and again: the Uwell Caliburn, the Vaporesso XROS and the OXVA Xlim. All three are compact, simple to use and made for 10ml nic salts. Here is how the current models compare.

    Side-by-side comparison

    Uwell Caliburn G4 Vaporesso XROS 4 Mini OXVA Xlim Pro 3
    Battery 1300mAh, USB-C 1000mAh, USB-C 1500mAh, fast charging
    Pod capacity (UK) 2ml 2ml, top fill 2ml
    Pod options 0.4Ω, 0.6Ω, 0.9Ω XROS pods in several resistances XLIM V3 and XLIM EZ pods
    Vaping style MTL to RDL MTL to RDL MTL and RDTL
    Best for Adjustable power and a choice of pods A small, light everyday kit The longest battery of the three

    Uwell Caliburn G4

    The Caliburn G4 has a 1300mAh battery and an output of up to 35W, with 0.4Ω, 0.6Ω and 0.9Ω pods. Use the 0.9Ω pod with 20mg nic salts for a tight, cigarette-style draw, or the lower-resistance pods for a looser draw with lower-strength liquids. If you want more battery, the Caliburn G4 Pro has an 1800mAh battery. Shop Uwell and Caliburn pods.

    Vaporesso XROS 4 Mini

    The XROS 4 Mini is the smallest of the three, with a 1000mAh battery and a 2ml top-fill pod. A big plus is that XROS pods fit across the XROS range, so spare pods are easy to find. Shop Vaporesso and XROS pods.

    OXVA Xlim Pro 3

    The Xlim Pro 3 has the biggest battery here at 1500mAh, with fast charging, and works with both XLIM V3 and XLIM EZ pods. It suits vapers who want long battery life from a slim kit. Shop OXVA and Xlim pods.

    Which should you choose?

    • Want the most control? Caliburn G4.
    • Want the smallest kit? XROS 4 Mini.
    • Want the longest battery? Xlim Pro 3.

    All three work well with 10mg and 20mg nic salts. See every option in our pod kits range.

    Frequently asked questions

    Which pod kit is best for nic salts?

    All three are designed for nic salts. For 20mg nic salt, choose a pod of around 0.8Ω to 1.2Ω for the smoothest draw.

    Do Caliburn G4 pods fit other Caliburn kits?

    Caliburn models use different pods, so always buy the pods named for your kit. Check the product page or contact us if you are unsure.

    How long do the pods last?

    Most refillable pods last one to two weeks, depending on how much you vape and the liquid you use.

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