Both of these claim 6,000 puffs, both are built to survive the UK's disposable ban rules, and both get compared constantly by people trying to decide which one to buy. They're closer in spec than most rival devices, which makes this a genuinely close call rather than an obvious pick. Here's the honest breakdown.
Hayati Pro Max Plus 6000 Pods Prefilled Vape Kit UK - Vapes Bar
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The Short Version
| Spec | Hayati Pro Max Plus 6000 | SKE Crystal CL6000 |
|---|---|---|
| Rated puffs | 6,000 | 6,000 |
| Battery | 850mAh, USB-C | 800mAh, USB-C fast charge |
| E-liquid structure | 2ml pod + 10ml auto-refill cartridge | 2ml pod + 10ml auto-refill cartridge |
| Nicotine strength | 20mg nic salt | 20mg nic salt |
| Refill method | Auto-refill, not manual | Auto-refill, not manual |
| Flavour range | 65+ | Smaller, brand-specific range |
| Coil type | Mesh | Dual mesh coil |
Where They're Actually Almost Identical Mechanically
Here's what most comparisons get wrong: the SKE Crystal CL6000 isn't a simpler single-tank device — it uses the same 2ml pod plus 10ml auto-refill cartridge structure as the Hayati Plus 6000, right down to the same "cartridge feeds the pod automatically" mechanism. Both exist for the same reason: UK TPD rules cap a single pod's e-liquid at 2ml, so both brands solved it the same way, with a larger separate reservoir topping up a compliant pod.
The genuine engineering difference is smaller than the puff-count headline suggests. SKE's version uses a dual mesh coil (two coils working together) versus Hayati's single mesh coil per pod, which SKE markets as keeping flavour consistent even as the battery runs low. Neither is manually refillable. Both are built the same way disposables used to feel to use — no settings, draw-activated, replace the whole unit once it's empty. For the full breakdown of exactly how Hayati's system works and why it isn't a manual refill, see our Pro Max Plus 6000 complete guide.
Flavour Range Is the Biggest Practical Difference
This is where the gap actually shows up day to day. Hayati's Plus 6000 range runs to 65+ flavours on a single product listing, covering fruity, berry, tropical, icy, menthol, candy, and drinks-inspired profiles — our full flavour breakdown covers the whole range. SKE's CL6000 lineup is smaller, generally built around SKE's established Crystal-range flavour profiles rather than an equivalently large catalogue. If flavour variety matters more to you than anything else on this list, that's the deciding factor before you even look at the rest of the spec sheet.
Battery: Close Enough Not to Matter
850mAh vs 800mAh is a small enough gap that it won't meaningfully change how many days you get between charges — both are built to comfortably cover a full 6,000-puff cycle on typical MTL use before needing a recharge. Neither has a meaningful edge here worth basing a decision on.
Price and Value
Pricing on both devices tends to move with promotions and bundle deals more than either brand having a fixed premium over the other — check current pricing on our Hayati Pro Max Plus 6000 listing and the SKE Crystal CL6000 kit directly, since whichever has an active multi-buy deal at the time will usually work out better value regardless of the base spec comparison.
Which One Should You Actually Buy?
Pick the Hayati Pro Max Plus 6000 if:
- You want the widest possible flavour selection to choose from
- You like the idea of a pod-plus-cartridge system that visibly shows two separate components
- You're already comfortable with Hayati's other devices and want consistency across your setup
Pick the SKE Crystal CL6000 if:
- You prefer a simpler single-tank mechanism with nothing else to think about
- You're already familiar with SKE's flavour range from their disposable-era Crystal Bar products and want continuity
- You want a slightly more compact, single-piece feel to the device
Realistically, both are legitimate, TPD-compliant answers to the same question — "what replaces my old disposable" — and the difference comes down to flavour preference and brand familiarity more than any meaningful gap in performance.
FAQs
Is the Hayati Pro Max Plus 6000 or SKE Crystal CL6000 better?
Both are rated for 6,000 puffs with similar battery capacity and the same 20mg nic salt strength. The main practical difference is flavour range — Hayati's Plus 6000 offers a significantly larger flavour catalogue (65+) compared to SKE's CL6000 lineup.
Do both devices use the same refill system?
No, not identically. The Hayati Plus 6000 uses a 2ml pod fed by a separate 10ml auto-refill cartridge. The SKE Crystal CL6000 uses a single sealed prefilled tank. Neither is manually refillable by the user.
Which has better battery life, Hayati Plus 6000 or SKE CL6000?
They're close enough not to matter in practice — 850mAh vs 800mAh, both comfortably covering a full puff cycle on typical MTL use before needing a recharge.
Are both devices legal in the UK?
Yes. Both are built to UK TPD requirements, with compliant pod/tank capacity, 20mg nic salt cap, and the required packaging and warnings.
Which one has more flavour options?
The Hayati Pro Max Plus 6000, with 65+ flavours on a single listing, compared to SKE's smaller Crystal CL6000 flavour range.
