The RELX Creator Device is a long-run pod vape built for people who are tired of swapping pods and chargers through a long Dubai day. After carrying it as my daily for a few weeks, I rate it a dependable workhorse for vapers who value stamina and a steady draw over a tiny pocket footprint. If your priority is the slimmest device possible, this is not the one.
This review keeps the jargon light. I will tell you how it draws, how the flavour holds up, how the battery behaves across a day, and who should look at something smaller instead. RELX is a pod system, so remember you are buying a rechargeable device plus pods, not a stick heater like IQOS.
If you want to check stock and the current listing, you can buy RELX Creator Device online in the UAE and compare it against the slimmer RELX models before you decide.
Who is the RELX Creator Device for?
The RELX Creator Device suits heavier daily vapers who hate downtime: commuters, shift workers, and anyone who forgets to charge. It holds more battery and more e-liquid than a pocket mini, so you refill and recharge less often. It is less ideal for light, occasional users who would rather carry something barely there.
What stands out in daily use?
Two things stood out quickly. First, the endurance. I could leave the charger at home on a normal day and not worry, which a smaller RELX cannot always promise. Second, the draw stays consistent as the pod empties rather than thinning out near the end.
The build feels solid in the hand, with a reassuring weight that reads as quality rather than bulk. It is chunkier than a slim pod pen, so it prints a little in a shirt pocket. In a bag or jeans pocket you forget it is there.
Give any new pod a minute to soak into the coil before your first proper draw. A dry first puff on a fresh pod can taste thin or faintly burnt, and people wrongly blame the device when the pod simply was not primed yet.
How does it compare with other RELX devices?
Below is my own editorial read of three RELX devices across the traits that matter day to day. Scores are a simple one to five scale with a bar meter so you can scan them fast. These are my tasting and handling opinions after regular use, not bench measurements, and I have described battery as endurance rather than quoting figures.
Editorial ratings, our own assessment, not lab data.
| Device | Draw ease | Flavour delivery | Battery endurance | Pocket size | Value |
| RELX Creator Device | ████░ 4/5 | ████░ 4/5 | █████ 5/5 | ██░░░ 2/5 | ████░ 4/5 |
| RELX Infinity 2 | ████░ 4/5 | ████░ 4/5 | ███░░ 3/5 | ████░ 4/5 | ████░ 4/5 |
| RELX Artisan | ████░ 4/5 | ████░ 4/5 | ███░░ 3/5 | ███░░ 3/5 | ███░░ 3/5 |
The pattern is clear. The Creator leads on endurance and costs you some pocket friendliness. The Infinity 2 is the balanced all-rounder, and the Artisan trades a little practicality for a more premium finish. None of them is a wrong choice; they suit different habits.
Which pods pair well with the RELX Creator Device?
Flavour is personal, but a long-run device rewards a pod you can live with all day without palate fatigue. I rotate a fruit option and a tobacco option so I do not tire of either. That rotation also helps you judge whether a flavour has genuinely faded or your tongue has simply adjusted.
For a bright, juicy all-dayer, the RELX Passion Fruit at Relx Dubai is a sweet tropical pod that stays lively from the first draw to the last. It is my pick when I want something fresh in the heat rather than earthy.
When I want a classic, no-nonsense base flavour, I reach for the RELX Classic Tobacco at Relx Dubai instead. It is a rounded, dry tobacco profile that pairs well with coffee and suits anyone moving across from cigarettes who wants a familiar taste.
How is the draw and flavour?
The draw sits in that comfortable mouth-to-lung zone most RELX users expect: smooth, slightly restricted, and easy to pace. It does not punch your throat, which is part of why pod systems feel gentler than a sub-ohm kit. Flavour reads clean and true rather than muddy.
Consistency is the real win here. Because the device feeds the coil steadily, the last third of a pod tastes close to the first third. On smaller batteries you sometimes notice flavour dip as charge drops, and I did not find that as pronounced on this one.
How does the battery behave across a day?
RELX Creator Device battery behaviour is its headline strength. On a typical day of moderate vaping I rarely reached for the cable, and a top-up charge came back quickly over a short break. I am describing behaviour from use here, not quoting a rating, because real endurance depends on how hard you vape.
- Charge it fully before a long day out so you are not hunting for a cable mid-afternoon.
- Use the supplied USB-C cable and a sensible wall adapter rather than the highest-power charger you own.
- Top up in short bursts during natural breaks instead of running it flat every time.
- Keep the charging port free of pocket lint, which can cause a loose or intermittent connection.
- Store it out of a hot parked car, since UAE heat is hard on any lithium battery.
What are the honest limitations?
No device is perfect. The size is the obvious trade. If you want something that disappears into a shirt pocket, the Creator will feel like a lot. There is also a mindset shift: a bigger battery can make you vape more simply because it is always ready, so set your own limits.
- It is heavier and wider than a slim pod pen, so it suits a bag or trouser pocket.
- Living with fewer pod changes can nudge you toward heavier use, so pace yourself.
- As a larger unit, it is a bigger loss if you misplace it, so keep track of it.
One honest caveat: a long-run device is only a smart choice if you vape enough to use that stamina. A light user gets most of the same experience from a smaller RELX at a lower cost and in a friendlier size. Match the device to your habit, not to the spec sheet.
How does the RELX Creator Device feel in the hand?
Handling is where a long-run device earns or loses your loyalty. The Creator sits solidly without feeling like a brick, and the mouthpiece shape makes for a comfortable, natural draw. The pod seats with a firm, reassuring connection rather than a vague wobble, which matters when you carry it everywhere through a busy Dubai day.
The finish resists fingerprints better than a glossy slim pen, so it still looks tidy after a week in a pocket. There is no fiddly button routine either, since the draw activates it. For anyone who dislikes menus and settings, that simplicity is a genuine plus and keeps the focus on vaping rather than fiddling.
Airflow is on the restricted side, which suits the mouth-to-lung style most RELX users expect. If you came from a loose, airy sub-ohm kit, it will feel tighter at first. Give it a day and the draw starts to feel natural, especially paired with a flavour you enjoy at a sensible nicotine level.
How does it compare to a disposable vape?
A reusable device like the Creator asks for a little more care than a throwaway, but it pays you back. You charge it, swap pods, and keep it clean, rather than binning the whole unit. Over weeks of use that routine becomes second nature and produces less waste than a run of disposables.
The flavour experience also tends to stay more consistent. A quality pod on a well-charged device delivers a steady draw from start to finish, whereas some disposables fade as they near empty. If you vape daily, the reusable route is usually the smarter long-term choice for both taste and cost.
Is the RELX Creator Device good value over time?
Value depends on your habit, as always. For a heavy daily vaper, a long-run device plus pods works out sensibly because you replace only the pod, not the whole unit. The upfront cost is higher than a disposable, but the running cost settles down once you find a flavour and strength you stick with.
There is a hidden saving in convenience too. Fewer pod changes and fewer charges mean fewer trips to restock and less chance of being caught empty. For a light user, though, that maths does not add up, and a cheaper, smaller device covers the same need without the extra outlay.
My verdict on the RELX Creator Device
For a daily, do-everything pod vape in the UAE, the Creator earns its place through endurance and a draw that holds up as the pod empties. It is a dependable companion for heavier users who hate downtime. Lighter vapers, and anyone who wants true pocket stealth, are better served by a slimmer RELX.
FAQ
Is the RELX Creator Device good for heavy daily vapers?
Yes. The RELX Creator Device is built around endurance, so heavy daily vapers change pods and recharge less often than they would on a slim pod pen. The draw also stays steady as the pod empties, which makes it a dependable pick for long days out in the UAE.
Does the RELX Creator Device use the same pods as other RELX models?
The RELX Creator Device is designed around its own Creator pod line rather than sharing with every older model. Always match the pod to the device it is sold for, and confirm compatibility with the retailer before buying, so you are not left with pods that will not seat correctly.
How should I charge the RELX Creator Device?
Charge the RELX Creator Device over USB-C with a sensible wall adapter, and top it up in short bursts during natural breaks rather than always running it flat. Keep the port free of lint, and avoid leaving it charging in a hot parked car, since UAE heat is hard on any battery.
Is the RELX Creator Device too big for a pocket?
The RELX Creator Device is chunkier than a slim pod pen, so it prints a little in a shirt pocket but sits comfortably in a bag or trouser pocket. If true pocket stealth matters most to you, a smaller RELX model is the more comfortable everyday carry.
Why does my new RELX pod taste thin at first?
A thin or faintly burnt first draw usually means the pod was not primed. Let a fresh RELX pod soak into the coil for a minute before your first proper puff. If the taste stays weak after that, check the pod is clicked in fully and the contacts are clean.
Is the RELX Creator Device worth it over the Infinity 2?
It depends on your habit. The RELX Creator Device wins on battery endurance and fewer pod changes, while the RELX Infinity 2 is smaller and more pocket friendly. Heavy users who hate downtime favour the Creator, while lighter users often prefer the slimmer, balanced Infinity 2.
For adults 18 and over only. RELX products contain nicotine, which is addictive, and are not suitable for non smokers, minors, or anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding. Use responsibly, keep devices and pods away from children, and treat RELX as a smoke-free experience rather than a reason to start using nicotine.
