Best Watermelon Ice Pre-filled Pod UK 2026 — Compared by Brand

Watermelon Ice is the UK’s “summer default” pre-filled pod flavour — refreshing, not too sweet, and one of the most forgiving blends for all-day vaping. It consistently sits in the top three sellers across every major UK pod-kit brand. The flavour is simple on paper — ripe watermelon + cooling menthol — but the difference between a great Watermelon Ice pod and a mediocre one comes down to how authentic the watermelon note is, and how the menthol lands. Below we compare the seven Watermelon Ice pods available from the biggest UK pod-kit brands.

Quick Verdict: The Best Watermelon Ice Pods in 2026

• Best overall: SKE Crystal CL6000 Watermelon Ice — authentic ripe watermelon, clean menthol, 6,000-puff life
• Best on a budget: SKE Crystal Plus — under £5, identical Crystal Bar flavour
• Best for heavy vapers: Hayati Pro Ultra Plus — 22ml total, dual-pod twist
• Best big-puff: Dojo Blast 10K — 10,000 puffs, smoother airier vape
• Best for flavour variety: IVG 2400 4-in-1 — pair Watermelon Ice with three other IVG flavours

1. SKE Crystal CL6000 Watermelon Ice — Best Overall

Pod life: Up to 6,000 puffs (2ml pod + 10ml refill container) · Battery: 800mAh rechargeable · Price: Around £9.99 for the kit, £4.99 for replacement pods

SKE’s Watermelon Ice is the benchmark in the category. The watermelon note is ripe and natural — genuinely identifiable as watermelon rather than the generic “sweet fruit” some brands produce. The menthol finish is crisp without overpowering. Transparent pod chamber shows e-liquid at a glance, 800mAh battery holds up for a full day of vaping.

What we like: Authentic watermelon character. Clean, not overwhelming menthol. Consistent flavour from first to last puff. Transparent pod for easy monitoring.

What to watch: Some find the menthol a touch soft — for a colder hit, try Hayati’s version.

2. SKE Crystal Plus Watermelon Ice — Best Budget Option

Pod life: Up to 600 puffs per 2ml pod · Battery: 400mAh rechargeable · Price: From £4.99 for the kit

Same Crystal Bar flavour concentrate as the CL6000 in a lighter, cheaper kit. At £4.99 it’s the most affordable way to get the SKE Watermelon Ice profile in a pre-filled pod format. Adjustable airflow lets you tune the draw tighter or looser. Pods widely stocked at UK retailers.

What we like: Cheapest entry point. Identical flavour to the CL6000. Adjustable airflow at sub-£5 is rare.

What to watch: 400mAh battery drains quickly with heavy use. 600-puff pods mean more frequent swaps than big-puff alternatives.

3. Hayati Pro Ultra Plus Watermelon Ice — Best for Heavy Vapers

Pod life: Up to 25,000 puffs total (two 2ml pods + two 10ml refills) · Battery: 850mAh USB-C · Price: Around £13.99 (often 2 for £18)

Hayati’s version dials up the menthol more aggressively than SKE’s — colder, sharper, more cigarette-like throat hit. The watermelon note is still present but plays second fiddle to the ice. Twist-to-switch dual-pod chassis lets you pair Watermelon Ice with a non-mentholated flavour for variety.

What we like: Colder, punchier menthol. Enormous 22ml e-liquid capacity. LED display shows battery and pod levels. Great value at 2-for-£18.

What to watch: Larger device, not pocketable. Watermelon note is subtler than SKE’s.

4. IVG 2400 Watermelon Ice (4-in-1) — Best for Flavour Variety

Pod life: 2,400 puffs total across four 2ml pods · Battery: 1,750mAh · Price: Around £12.99

IVG’s Watermelon Ice sits in the middle of the intensity range — softer menthol than Hayati, richer watermelon than Dojo. The 4-in-1 chassis means you can load Watermelon Ice alongside three other IVG flavours and rotate between them with a dial twist. IVG’s e-liquid R&D is strong and the flavour quality holds up across the full 2,400 puffs.

What we like: Four flavours in one device. Biggest battery in the class. Well-rounded flavour that works for mixed-flavour days.

What to watch: 2ml pods drain faster than big-puff kits. For pure Watermelon Ice loyalty, SKE is better value.

5. Dojo Blast 10K Watermelon Ice — Best Big-Puff

Pod life: Up to 10,000 puffs (2ml pod + 10ml refill container) · Battery: 1,000mAh · Price: Around £12.99

Dojo’s Watermelon Ice is airier on the draw than the Crystal Bar-style devices and slightly lighter on flavour intensity. The 10ml refill container means days between top-ups. Good compromise for vapers who find tighter MTL draws uncomfortable but still want the Watermelon Ice profile.

Best for: Airier-inhale vapers. Longest pod life at the £12.99 price point. All-day use without swapping pods.

6. Hayati Pro Max Plus 6000 Watermelon Ice

Pod life: Up to 6,000 puffs · Battery: 850mAh · Price: Around £9.99

Hayati’s single-pod alternative to the Pro Ultra Plus. Same sharper-menthol signature as the Ultra Plus but in a more pocketable form factor. 850mAh battery handles a full day of heavy use, mesh coil keeps flavour sharp throughout.

Best for: Hayati menthol fans who want a pocketable device.

7. OXVA Xlim Go 2 (refillable)

Pod life: Unlimited (refillable) · Battery: 1,500mAh · Price: Under £10 for the kit

Refillable rather than pre-filled — fill with any UK watermelon ice nic salt e-liquid or mix your own. Biggest battery in this roundup at 1,500mAh, uniTech 2.0 coil for 30% longer coil life. Adjustable airflow means you can tune the draw to your preference.

Best for: DIY mixers, refill-bottle users, anyone wanting maximum long-term flexibility.

Watermelon Ice Flavour Profile: What to Expect

A good Watermelon Ice pod has two clear notes:

• Watermelon: Ripe, slightly sweet, genuinely recognisable as watermelon (not just “generic red fruit”)
• Menthol / ice: Clean cooling finish that lifts the fruit, usually via a koolada or WS-23 cooling agent

The main variable across brands is menthol intensity. SKE keeps it balanced, Hayati dials it colder, IVG goes softer, Dojo lightest. If you like the original Crystal Bar / Elf Bar Watermelon Ice disposable experience, SKE is the direct match.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Watermelon Ice pod tastes most authentic?
The SKE Crystal CL6000 and Crystal Plus are consistently rated highest for watermelon authenticity — the fruit note actually tastes like watermelon rather than generic red-fruit sweetness.

Is Watermelon Ice the same as Watermelon or Watermelon Menthol?
Watermelon is the fruit only (no cooling), Watermelon Menthol is similar to Watermelon Ice but some brands use different cooling agents. Watermelon Ice specifically refers to the Crystal Bar / Elf Bar flavour lineage that became standard across UK disposables.

Can I get a lower-nicotine Watermelon Ice?
Most pre-filled pods are 20mg/ml nic salt (UK legal max). SKE offers 10mg versions of most flavours; other brands sometimes do too — check the pack label.

How many puffs per pod?
Standard 2ml pods deliver roughly 600 puffs (matching a Crystal Bar 600 disposable). 10ml refill containers extend this to 6,000+ puffs on big-puff kits.

Prices and availability correct at time of writing. Check our UK Watermelon Ice deals for today’s best prices, or see our Blueberry Sour Raspberry comparison and Cherry Ice comparison.