How we test Vape devices in Liverpool (v20)
Vape devices advice for Liverpool, covering how to use, what to look for and where the trade-offs actually sit.
We spent weeks putting vape devices options through their paces so the recommendations here reflect real use. The included spare coils are useful for the first fortnight, after which you will be ordering your own.
We spent weeks putting vape devices options through their paces so the recommendations here reflect real use. Worth noting that the magnetic contact takes a small amount of care to keep clean, which we cover in the maintenance section below.
The silicone tip mouthpiece is comfortable over long sessions and resists the condensation that gathers on narrower tips. Comparing this against a 70:30 PG/VG setup shows the difference clearly: one favours flavour, the other favours volume. The 5.0 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 AEKU Slim with a 70:30 PG/VG liquid, which is where the balance between throat hit and cloud density sits most comfortably. Replacement coils are widely available, and the 1.4 Ω mesh coil is the sensible default to keep in stock. The included spare coils are useful for the first fortnight, after which you will be ordering your own.
The throat hit is noticeably firmer than a 70:30 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 AEKU Slim is adjustable enough to move from a warm, restrained draw to something far more open without removing the tank.
The build quality on AEKU Slim is a step above most of what sits in the same price bracket, and the finish resists the chipping that usually shows after a few months of pocket carry. What surprised us most was how little the 1.4 Ω mesh coil changes the draw character compared with the 70:30 PG/VG liquid sitting in the chamber. Vapour production is more than adequate at 90, and pushing beyond that adds heat rather than anything worth carrying.
Specifications
The specification sheet is where the real trade-offs show.
| Reference model | AEKU Slim |
|---|---|
| Brand family | Eleaf |
| Battery capacity | 2000 mAh |
| Power range | 90 W |
| Liquid capacity | 5.0 ml |
| Coil | 1.4 Ω mesh |
| Bottle size | 30 ml |
| Liquid ratio | 70:30 PG/VG |
| Nicotine strength | 0 mg/ml |
| Material | anodised aluminium |
| Charge port | Type-C fast charge |
| Connector | magnetic contact |
| Airflow | adjustable sliding |
| Mouthpiece | silicone tip |
Flavour and performance notes
A representative profile is Watermelon Chill: sweet, juicy, described as watermelon with a clean cooling exhale. On a 70:30 PG/VG ratio this reads clearly on the first day and holds its character to roughly the 1.4 Ω 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 1.4 Ω mesh and the Type-C fast charge are both in stock before committing, and check that the magnetic contact matches your existing device if you already own hardware. Duty and GBP rates move, so treat prices as current rather than fixed.
Our advice is to order one, use it for a fortnight, and only then decide whether to stock up.
