Table of Contents
1. Introduction
The SKE CL2000 takes the blueprint of the original SKE Bar and gives it a serious overhaul. Everything has been scaled up – flavor delivery, e-liquid storage, battery endurance, and even the design itself. It delivers up to 2,000 puffs per device, which the CL2000 achieves this through a dual-pod setup. A 1.8 ml atomizer pod plus an additional 2.2 ml refill container, gives a total 4 ml capacity of 20 mg/mL nic salt e-liquid. Powering the system is an 850 mAh rechargeable battery.
What follows is a closer look at how it performs across flavors, design, battery life, and overall value.
2. Flavors
The CL2000 lineup spans 20 flavors in total, with 16 returning classics from the SKE Bar and 4 brand-new profiles. We didn’t receive the full lineup for testing, but you’ll find our impressions and scoring of the flavors we did try below:
Classics
- Blueberry Raspberries – Sweet blueberry meets tart raspberry, a balanced fruit blend that doesn’t overwhelm. 5/5
- Lemon & Lime – Crisp and zesty, like a citrus soda without the fizz. 4/5
- Banana – Smooth and candy-like, leaning more toward sweet banana foam than fresh fruit. 4/5
- Bubble Cherry – Bright cherry wrapped in a bubblegum sweetness, playful but not cloying. 4/5
- Cherry Ice – Bold cherry with a cooling kick that lingers on the exhale. 3/5
- Cola Ice – Sweet cola syrup rounded off with a menthol chill, surprisingly close to a fountain drink. 3/5
- Kiwi Passion Fruit – Tangy and tropical, with kiwi’s sharpness cutting through passion fruit’s sweetness. 4/5
- Menthol – Clean and brisk, delivering a straightforward icy hit. 4/5
- Strawberry Ice – Bright strawberry upfront with a medium cooling finish that balances the sweetness. 5/5
- Watermelon Ice – Fresh-tasting watermelon with a stronger icy edge for a crisp finish. 5/5
- Watermelon Strawberry – A softer, sweeter mix where watermelon rounds out the sharper strawberry. It’s sweet and delicious. 4/5
New Flavors
- Spring Berry – A layered berry mix that shifts between sweet and tangy, tasting fresh without being too sharp. Has a subtle creaminess on the exhale. 5/5
- Med Citrus Tart – Lemon and orange notes with a creamy undertone, more complex than the usual fruit blend. 4/5
- Lemon Sour Fudge – Sharp citrus brightened with a creamy sweetness, an unusual but surprisingly addictive pairing. 3/5
3. Design and Quality
Visually, the SKE CL2000 borrows the transparent style of the SKE Bar but gives it a more refined twist. The outer shell is sturdy and finished with a faceted texture, while a diamond pattern inside the casing rises upward and gradually fades like a gradient. At 59 grams (about 2.1 ounces), it carries more weight than the original SKE Bar, and that extra heft translates into a more solid, premium feel in the hand.
The flat mouthpiece sits comfortably on the lips and is sized for steady, satisfying pulls. Each prefilled 4 mL pod is clearly labeled with the flavor right on the tank, so there’s no second-guessing when you’re swapping them out. Pods slide down into the cylindrical housing and lock in firmly. And they are transparent so you can keep an eye on the e-juice level to anticipate when you’ll need to make a swap.
When you open a new box, the coil/atomizer pod comes pre-primed with 1.8 mL of liquid, and the separate 2.2 mL feeder pod is packaged alongside it. The two pieces connect with a simple push before clicking securely into the device. Once assembled, the feeder pod gradually tops up the atomizer pod as you vape. This small touch keeps the liquid fresh until you’re ready to use it, and makes the whole system feel more thoughtfully put together.
3.1 Does the SKE CL2000 leak?
With the CL2000, the liquid stays where it’s supposed to. No leaks were observed during testing. In day-to-day use, the mouthpiece stays clean with only minor condensation that wipes away easily. For a prefilled pod vape with a see-through tank, that’s a reassuring sign of good engineering.
3.2 Durability
The CL2000 may be compact, but it feels sturdier than a typical disposable thanks to the thick shell. This crystal-textured shell holds up well against scratches, and the added weight gives it a reassuring sense of quality in the hand. And because the pods sit down into the cylinder and click into place, there is no shifting or popping out to worry about.
3.3 Ergonomics
The CL2000 sticks with a familiar cylindrical design – and honestly, why change what already works? The rounded body rests naturally in the hand, while the slight increase in weight gives it balance without making it bulky. The flat mouthpiece is wide enough for steady pulls but still slim on the lips
4. Battery and Charging
The SKE CL2000 runs on an 850 mAh battery, which is a big step up from the 500 mAh in the original SKE Bar. On a single full charge, you can typically get through a full 4 mL pod with charge to spare. For most moderate vapes, that translates to 1-2 days of vaping. When it’s time to swap the pod you can also plug in the CL2000.
When the battery runs low, a small white LED at the bottom blinks to let you know it’s time to plug in. Recharging is handled by USB-C, and a full top-up takes about an hour. The device also charges quickly enough that a short 15–20 minute session on the cable can give you several more hours of runtime.
5. Performance
The SKE CL2000’s strength lies in replicating the SKE Bar’s ultra-smooth draw while offering pod-system reusability. It performs like a device that’s been carefully tuned for both flavor and satisfaction.
The vape is tuned firmly toward a mouth-to-lung style draw, giving it that cigarette-like resistance most pod vapers look for. It’s not as tight as a classic MTL tank, but it has just enough restriction to feel controlled and deliberate. Vapor production is on the denser side for a pod this size and fuller than you’d get with a disposable.
In terms of flavor depth, the SKE CL2000 does an impressive job. The coil keeps vapor warm but not hot, which allows fruit and dessert notes to come through cleanly. Flavors remain consistent, pure, and balanced, with no noticeable fading until the pod is nearly empty.
6. Price
The CL2000 isn’t widely stocked yet, but early listings put it in the $12–18 range. That makes it a little more expensive than a single disposable, but the value comes through in the details
It’s cheaper in the long term compared disposables while still offering the flavor quality SKE is known for. Once you buy the device, you only need to pick up replacement pods instead of a whole new unit every time.
7. Verdict
The SKE CL2000 feels like more than just a follow-up to the SKE Bar—it’s a proper upgrade. The larger 4 mL pod capacity, longer-lasting 850 mAh battery, and refined build all come together in a device that’s reliable enough for daily use but still simple to operate. The flavor range is broad, with new dessert-style options adding variety alongside the familiar fruit blends. Performance is steady from start to finish, with a smooth MTL draw, warm vapor, and flavors that hold their character until the last puff.
It’s not overloaded with features – no airflow sliders, no puff counters — but it nails what matters. For anyone who enjoys SKE Bar flavors but wants something less wasteful and more cost-effective, the CL2000 is a smart upgrade.
