Nicotine liquids upgrades and spare parts (v2)
Nicotine liquids advice for Liverpool, covering getting started, what to look for and where the trade-offs actually sit.
The Liverpool market for nicotine liquids has grown steadily, and the choice on offer now is genuinely broad. The throat hit is noticeably firmer than a 30:70 PG/VG blend, so if you prefer a smoother draw, mix accordingly.
Local availability in Liverpool shapes the practical answer more than the marketing does. The 2.5 ml capacity is a genuinely useful middle ground: enough liquid for a long session without turning the device into a pocket problem.
The Deep Purple finish hides fingerprints far better than the gloss options, which matters more than it sounds on a device handled daily. Worth noting that the 510 bottom pin takes a small amount of care to keep clean, which we cover in the maintenance section below. For cloud chasers, the learning curve is shorter than the specification list suggests, and daily use is straightforward from the first charge.
Battery behaviour is where the Freemax Maxus earns its keep: the 650 mAh cell holds a usable charge for most of a day at 90 and recharges over Micro-USB. We would pair the Freemax Maxus with a 30:70 PG/VG liquid, which is where the balance between throat hit and cloud density sits most comfortably. Replacement coils are widely available, and the 1.2 Ω mesh coil is the sensible default to keep in stock.
The 2.5 ml capacity is a genuinely useful middle ground: enough liquid for a long session without turning the device into a pocket problem. Expect roughly 440 full puffs from a charge at 12 mg/ml, based on average session length in our testing. Replacement coils are widely available, and the 1.2 Ω mesh coil is the sensible default to keep in stock.
If you take one thing from this page, make it the coil compatibility check. A device that needs a coil you cannot source locally becomes an expensive ornament within a month. The throat hit is noticeably firmer than a 30:70 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.
Materials are unremarkable on paper and feel reassuringly solid in the hand, with no flex in the body at all. Delivery across Liverpool is typically two to four working days with tracked dispatch, and returns are straightforward within the standard window. Pricing in Liverpool shifts with import duty, so the figures here reflect current GBP rates rather than a fixed list price.
Specifications
The specification sheet is where the real trade-offs show.
| Reference model | Freemax Maxus |
|---|---|
| Brand family | AEKU |
| Battery capacity | 650 mAh |
| Power range | 90 W |
| Liquid capacity | 2.5 ml |
| Coil | 1.2 Ω mesh |
| Bottle size | 1.6 ml |
| Liquid ratio | 30:70 PG/VG |
| Nicotine strength | 12 mg/ml |
| Material | ABS + glass |
| Charge port | Micro-USB |
| Connector | 510 bottom pin |
| Airflow | dual bottom |
| Mouthpiece | wide bore |
Flavour and performance notes
A representative profile is Vanilla Custard: creamy, rich, described as warm vanilla bean with a smooth cream finish. On a 30:70 PG/VG ratio this reads clearly on the first day and holds its character to roughly the 1.2 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 1.2 Ω mesh and the Micro-USB are both in stock before committing, and check that the 510 bottom pin 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.
