The 5th Gen Uses New Pods, and the New Pod Flavors Get Great Reviews

The 5th generation is better. The 5th generation uses new pods, and the rectangular pods with rounded corners match the 5th generation device's aesthetics better. The 5th generation body looks more comfortable and visually appealing than the 4th generation.

1. Oil Leakage / Condensation Leakage

In terms of oil leakage, I must say that the RELX 5th generation is better than the 4th generation. In my experience over the past six months, the detailed data is as follows:

4th generation oil leakage count: 2; 4th generation condensation leakage count: 3.

5th generation oil leakage count: 0; 5th generation condensation leakage count: 1.

Overall, the anti-leakage design of both the 4th and 5th generations is quite good, but the 5th generation significantly outperforms the 4th generation in this aspect. The reason the 5th generation is so effective at preventing leaks is not only due to enhanced leak-proofing in the pods but also because RELX has added a pressure relief hole at the bottom of the 5th generation device.

With the pressure relief hole, the 5th generation offers the best user experience in the RELX product line. Whether in high-temperature environments or other extreme conditions, the presence of the pressure relief hole means it hardly leaks oil, and condensation is minimal.

2. Draw Resistance

The draw resistance experience of the 4th generation is better than that of the 5th generation. The draw resistance of the 5th generation is a bit lighter, while the 4th generation feels more "compact," better replicating the smoking experience. The 5th generation can feel a bit "hollow."

3. Pods

The difference in pods lies in the richness of flavor. The 4th and 5th generations have many overlapping flavors, but I found that the richness of the same flavor in the 4th generation is higher than in the 5th generation.

However, the 4th generation has a small drawback: when the e-liquid is about one-tenth remaining, it starts to taste burnt, while the 5th generation only starts to taste burnt when it is nearly empty.

4. Packaging

The packaging is the weakest point of the RELX 5th generation, basically lacking any highlights, even worse than the 1st and 2nd generations. If it weren't for the logo, it would be quite unattractive as a gift, scoring 5 points. As for the appearance, aside from the black color, the other colors are quite feminine. Even the silver one I bought feels a bit effeminate. When smoking outside, I really don't like carrying it around; I generally prefer to carry the GLO, which feels more masculine. Appearance score: 7 points; girls might prefer this design and color scheme.

Flavor: Over the past six months, I have tried various 5th generation pods, and the three that impressed me the most are:

Orange soda: This flavor is the most delicate I have ever tried among all electronic cigarettes. I highly recommend it. You could say that even if all the 5th generation pods were garbage, buying a 5th generation device just for this flavor would be worth it. The same goes for the 4th generation orange soda; you might as well throw away the device. Score: 10 points. #p#分页标题#e#

Mung bean paste: This flavor is quite common, but the RELX 5th generation seems to have analyzed the mung bean paste flavor more deeply, making it very detailed and enjoyable. Score: 9 points.

Coke: This flavor is also quite common, but no manufacturer has done it well. The 5th generation absurdly made it worse, with a very dense plastic taste permeating every puff. This huge gap caught me off guard. Score: 3 points.

Average flavor score: 7.33 points.

In terms of user experience, the RELX 5th generation has a battery indicator that lights up smoothly like an Audi turn signal when inhaling, also known as a tide light. The inhalation feels smooth, and the grip is comfortable. The battery life has not improved; each full charge lasts shorter than the 1st generation device. Sensation score: 8 points.

Total score: (Packaging: 5 points + Appearance: 7 points + Average Flavor Score: 7.33 points + Sensation: 8 points) / 4 = 6.83 points