One of the biggest brand names in the industry, Eleaf have been around for almost 15 years now, developing innovative technologies and products to meet the needs of the fast-paced vaping market.

The iStick from Eleaf took the vaping world by storm when it was released 10 years ago, quickly becoming one of the biggest selling devices at the time and it was one of the most talked about in vaping forums at the time.

When it came to sub ohm tanks, Eleaf also scored a big hit with the Melo tank ‘back in the day’, boasting performance that pretty much blew all other sub ohm tanks out of the water!

Eleaf’s iStick X80 is the latest version carrying the famous iStick name, and the latest version of the Melo tank is included with the Melo X, so let’s see if this kit has the potential to become as popular as its predecessors!

Also, Eleaf are releasing an even more powerful version in the iStick X100- we shall also cover that off in this review!

What Can We Expect From The Eleaf iStick X80 Kit?

As mentioned above, both the iStick and Melo names are very well known amongst seasoned vapers, and Eleaf have combined the two in this kit with the iStick X80 device and the Melo X tank…

Starting off with the iStick X80, Eleaf have designed an ergonomic and solidly built device that comes in a range of five different colours, which feature a premium ice-flower finish.

A vibrant 1.05″ TFT colour screen presents all the information you need at a glance, and has four different customisable UI themes so that you can personalise your device around your personality.

Performance is driven by the intelligent Avatar Chip 2.0, which delivers smart wattage recommendation, a memory function and upgradeable firmware!

There are two different output modes available, with power mode allowing you to adjust power from 5-80W and RTA mode designed with rebuilable atomisers in mind, allowing you to adjust the output voltage from 0.5-9V.

An innovative press-twist button gives you total control over your iStick X80 device, with the multi-functional button combining press and twist actions to make operating your iStick X80 smooth and intuitive.

A 3200mAh battery keeps your vaping sessions powered up, and 5V/2A Type-C fast charging gets your battery charged back up in no time!

The Melo X tank is also part of the iStick X80 Kit, with this being an easy to use, leak-free sub ohm tank.

It is compatible with Eleaf’s newest EC-D dual mesh coils, which have received an upgrade over the original EC coils, providing a warmer vape, improved flavour and extended performance and lifespan.

The sliding top-fill design makes it easy to refill on the move, and the 510 drip tip connector means you can switch your drip tip out easily!

Many thanks to Eleaf for sending the iStick X80 kit over to review, let’s see how it performs!

As always, all views are my own…

Kit Contents

Everything in the presentation box comes neatly packed, and you’ve got nearly everything you need in here to get sub-ohm vaping- you just need to supply your own e-liquid…

Opening up the box, firstly you’ll find the User Manual and Warranty Card, inside a white cardboard wallet. Underneath this is the iStick X80 Device and the Melo X Tank. Pre-installed in the tank is a 0.5ohm EC-D Coil, and there is also a spare 0.3ohm EC-D Coil in the box.

I love the fact that you also have spares for the Melo X tank, such as O-Rings, Replacement Tank Sectionand even a Silicone Filling Port Cover, as this can save you from having to purchase a whole new tank if something breaks!

Specifications

• 134.1mm x 38.7mm x 28.1mm dimensions
• Smart Avatar Chip 2.0
• Customisable themes and animations
• Memory function
• Smart wattage recommendation
• 1.05″ TFT colour screen
• Innovative Press-Twist button control
• Power and RTA modes
• 5-80W/0.5V-9V output range
• 3200mAh battery
• USB Type-C 5V/2A fast charging
• 510 connector
• Melo X sub ohm tank included
• 5ml capacity (2ml TPD version)
• Top filling, 3.7mm filling hole diameter
• Adjustable dual-slotted top airflow
• Replaceable 510 drip tip
• Fully compatible with all Eleaf EC series coils
• Upgradeable firmware
• Built-in safety protections

Design & Build Quality

The iStick X80 Kit is comprised of the iStick X80 device and the Melo X tank, with overall dimensions of 134.1mm x 38.7mm x 28.1mm, so this isn’t a little sub ohm pocket rocket- it’s actually quite tall!

The overall size might take some getting used to especially if you are moving from a pod system to a device like this that offers a little more power.

You have got five different finishes to choose from, four of which have a ‘premium ice-flower’ finish on them. The options are Red-Yellow Gradient, Black, Sky Blue, Red-Blue Gradient and Silver.

I got sent the Red-Yellow Gradient finish and I am absolutely in love with it. It is predominantly gold, with a gradient down to red at the base, and the finish just absolutely shimmers and sparkles.

The build quality is excellent too, with the device being very well machined, and it is very comfortable to hold. It doesn’t feel too weighty either, but still feels robust at the same time!

The front of the device is where all the action is. Starting from up top, there’s the press-twist button. This allows you to adjust settings and control the device by pressing and twisting, it is very responsive and tactile too.

Just underneath this is the 1.05″ TFT colour screen, which is bright and shows the usual information such as battery level, output power, output mode, coil resistance and a puff counter.

It also displays a colour animation, which can be customised. There are four different UI themes available, with ‘Racer’, ‘Pulse’, ‘Bubbles’ and ‘Aurora’ themes available through the menu.

Beneath the screen is the locking switch, and the Type-C charging port. The locking switch is actually quite smart, allowing you to lock the functional button down entirely, unlock the power function but lock the output power, or have the functional button fully unlocked.

By locking it down entirely, you can guard against accidental misfires without needing to turn your device off when not in use!

A blast from the past is present on the iStick X80 device, as this features a spring-loaded 510 connector, which used to be the standard connection on vape mods not all that long ago!

I might be a bit of a vaping dinosaur but I definitely prefer a trusty 510 connection. This means you screw your tank into the connector, rather than connecting it magnetically, and this holds firmer than a magnetic connector does.

Also, having a 510 connector means that you aren’t locked into using the tank that comes with the kit- another advantage over a device with a magnetic connection, so you can use any tank featuring a 510 connector.

Of course, the Melo X Tank features a compatible 510 connector!

Melo X Tank

The Melo X Tank features a 5ml capacity for non-TPD markets, and a 2ml capacity for TPD markets. A bubble styled glass tank section provides the extra capacity, whereas for the 2ml version the tank section is flush with the tank.

You do get a replacement tank section in the kit if you manage to crack or break the one on the tank!

You have a sliding top filling system at the top, and the drip tip connector is also 510 threaded so that you can use your own 510 threaded drip tip if you so wish.

It has a top airflow system, with two large airflow cut outs at the top of the tank which are adjusted via an airflow control ring.

Quick Start Guide

How to Fill the Melo X Tank

As mentioned above, the Melo X tank features a sliding top fill system. This means that you slide the top of the tank to one side to reveal the silicon filling port.

My only issue with this is that the top of the tank does not seem to slide far enough back and the filling port is a little too small for some shortfill bottles, resulting in some accidental leakage when filling from time to time.

Anyway, to fill the tank, slide the top of the tank back to reveal the filling port, insert the bottle nozzle and fill it up.

If you are using a fresh coil for the first time, it is advisable to let the e-liquid sit in the tank for at least five minutes before you vape, to allow the cotton in the coil to fully absorb the e-liquid.

This will cut down on the risk of burnt hits happening and in turn will prolong the lifespan of your coil!

Operation

• Five clicks of the power button will turn the device on and off
• To vape, hold the power button down and inhale
• Accessing the menu is done via clicking the power button three times in quick succession
• Whilst in the menu, twist the button to scroll through the settings and press it to confirm your selection
• Selecting POWER mode through the menu will set the output to variable wattage, RTA mode changes it to variable voltage
• THEME allows you to choose between four different UI themes
• PUFF CLEAR resets the puff counter to zero
• The iStick X80 has a memory function setting, whereby it remembers your usual output setting after you vape with it twice in a row
• The device will automatically set a power output for your coil if needed
• The device is firmware upgradeable by using the included Type-C cable to connect it to your computer and visiting the official Eleaf website
• To fully reset the device, insert a pin into the ‘Reset’ hole located on the base of the iStick X80

Changing the Coil

To change the coil, you will need to unscrew the Melo X tank from the iStick X80 device.

After that, invert the tank and unscrew the base of it. You can then slide the old coil out and replace it with a new one, before screwing the base of the tank back in.

It is advisable to do this with an empty tank if possible as the e-liquid will spill out otherwise!

Charging

Eleaf include a Type-C cable in the box which can be used for charging, you just need to plug this into the charging port on the front of the device and utilise a suitable power output.

5V/2A fast charging is found here so you don’t have to wait around long for the iStick X80 to charge up!

Whilst charging, the charging status is displayed on screen as a percentage when you press the power button.

Pass-through charging is also present, so you can still vape whilst you charge, but this will increase the charging time.

Safety Features

• Over-charge protection
• Low battery protection
• Over-current protection
• 10s vaping cut-off
• Short-circuit protection

Eleaf iStick X100 Kit

Eleaf also sent the iStick X100 Kit through so I figured that I would give it a mention in this review too.

Both devices are very similar, and they both have the same Melo X tank and coils bundled in the kit, however there are a couple of differences.

As you might have deduced from the name, the X100 is the more powerful of the two, as the power output goes right up to 100W!

It’s also slightly taller too, with dimensions of 149.6mm x 39.3mm x 29.2mm. You can see the comparison in the picture I have taken!

Rather than having a built in battery, the X100 can take a 21700 one or an 18650 using an included adaptor.

So, battery life is down to the capacity of the battery you decide to use with it!

How Does The Eleaf iStick X80 Perform?

So this is without a doubt a restricted lung/direct to lung vaping kit. You can get a mouth to lung vape from it but it doesn’t feel as suited, especially as the 0.5ohm coil is a little too strong for a MTL.

It is a powerful kit, with the power output range being 5-80W in power mode or 0.5V-9V in RTA mode. I didn’t really notice any difference in power between the two modes and I tended to opt for power mode for variable wattage as that is what I am used to!

Though I do love how Eleaf don’t restrict the power output depending on which coil that you decide to use, you have the freedom to vape however you see fit.

If you want to vape the 0.5ohm coil at 80W, despite it being rated for use at 15-25W, then you can go right ahead and do that if you so wish!

However, I would wholeheartedly recommend not doing so as for the purposes of this review I did try that out, with the end result being that the vape tasted of hot metal and it gave me a headache…

0.3ohm EC-D Coil

With this coil, Eleaf say that it works best at 30-45W, and you can push this a little further up to the 50-60W mark before it starts to struggle a bit with wicking e-liquid.

I get a warm and quite intense vape when using this coil, it is also better suited to an airier and looser draw rather than a tighter one. I was definitely impressed with the flavour results that I got from it.

If you are pushing the 45W mark with this coil, then it does keep up with wicking, even when using 60/40 and 70/30 VG/PG e-liquids.

That is a good thing as you don’t want a hot burnt hit!

0.5ohm EC-D Coil

Eleaf rate this coil for use at 15-25W, you can push this a bit further up to 30W, though I felt that it performed best for me in the 23-25W range.

In that range, and with the airflow set to provide a restricted lung hit, this just really hits the spot for me with a smooth and very flavourful vape, that has a little bit of warmth to it which compliments the e-liquids that I have been using.

Weirdly, despite usually having a preference for the lower resistance and higher powered option, I actually preferred the 0.5ohm EC-D coil.

The smoother, cooler vape and restricted lung hit just seemed to vibe with me a bit more.

Maybe all this time vaping prefilled/refillable pods has chilled my vaping style out somewhat!

Both of these coils are excellent though and do their respective jobs very well indeed.

Coil Compatibility

Not only is the Melo X tank compatible with the included EC-D coils, but you can use any of Eleaf’s EC coils in this tank, making it compatible with:

• 0.15/0.3/0.5ohm EC-D Dual Mesh
• 0.15/0.3/0.5ohm EC-A Mesh
• 0.3/0.5ohm EC-2 Mesh
• 0.15ohm EC-M Mesh
• 0.15ohm EC-N Mesh coils.

To push the power limits of this device, and vape in the 70-80W mark, you will need one of the 0.15ohm coils in order to do so.

Just don’t use the temperature control EC coils with the iStick X80 device as the iStick X80 does not support temperature control!

Coil Lifespan

Now the lifespan of your coil will depend on different factors such as the viscosity of your e-liquid, how often you vape, the power level you vape at and the flavourings and sweetener content of your e-liquids.

I got a week from the 0.5ohm coil, using it in the 23-25W power range, and five days from the 0.3ohm one at 40-45W. I was primarily vaping dessert and custard shortfills, with 60/40 and 70/30 VG/PG ratios.

I will say that the Melo X tank is a thirsty one, regardless of which EC coil that you decide to use!

Shortfills will be your friend here as you will get through a lot of e-liquid using this kit, which is par for the course with a sub-ohm tank as the increased power level combined with a larger cotton surface area absorbs and uses more e-liquids.

I got sent the 5ml capacity version and I would refill this at least once a day, sometimes more. The 2ml TPD version would require a fair few refills during your day depending on how frequently you vape!

Airflow

Well, the Melo X tank has airflow for absolute days!

It boasts two huge airflow slots at the top of the tank, controlled by a buttery smooth airflow control.

When you are vaping at high wattage and have the airflow opened right up, you get some absolutely massive clouds! It can also be quite noisy too, as there’s a noticeable ‘wooshing’ sound as airflow is drawn in.

To achieve a restricted lung hit, you’ve got to close those airflow intakes down somewhat. There are also smaller, circular airflow intake holes that can provide a mouth to lung hit (and a quieter vape) when the larger intake slots are totally closed off, but this tank really is for lung hitting.

Heat dissipation is quite impressive too, as when vaping at high wattage both the tank and the drip tip stayed relatively cool during use.

Battery Life

Eleaf have managed to pack in a 3200mAh battery into the iStick X80 device, which is capable of really keeping up with extended vaping sessions.

It is quite noticeable when using the 0.5ohm EC coil in the Melo X tank, as I’m getting a good couple of days of vaping before I need to pop it on charge.

Of course, it is well worth bearing in mind that if you are vaping frequently at high power with a low resistance EC coil in the Melo X tank, battery life is going to take a hit!

Pros

• Phenomenal flavour from the Melo X tank
• Excellent battery life
• Fast charging
• Melo X tank is compatible with a lot of different coils
• Wide range of different airflow options
• Powerful device
• Great choice for someone getting into restricted lung/direct to lung vaping
• Clever locking switch operation
• 510 connector present
• Plenty of spares in the box for the Melo X tank

Cons

• It’s a big old kit!
• Filling port opening is quite small and can cause spillage when filling
• Melo X tank can be pretty thirsty on e-liquid
• It is also quite noisy with the airflow opened up

Final Verdict

I was dead excited to get my hands on this kit as I was a big fan of the original Eleaf iStick back in the day, I owned many of them and frequently rocked my iStick with the Eleaf Melo tank!

Pleasingly, this brings back memories of those heady days of vaping when lung hitting and blowing the biggest, most anti-social clouds was all the rage!

The Melo X tank is even better than how I remembered the previous Melo tank to be. Flavour is absolutely spot-on, and the airflow means you can easily cloud out a room in a couple of minutes if you so wish!

And the iStick X80 device is as rock solid and dependable as previous iStick devices were…

It is accessible (a key component of iStick devices in the past) so that anyone can get to grips with it easily, it is powerful and it has battery life that just goes on and on, thanks to the 3200mAh built in battery.

Plus of course, if you want even more power, there is also the option of the iStick X100 kit too!

Although refillable pod systems and prefilled pod kits currently dominate the market, it’s worth remembering that vaping trends can be quite cyclical and they change quickly. Could the iStick X80 kit potentially kick-start a revival in sub-ohm vaping…

I certainly think it could (and as a sub-ohm vaper at heart, I sure hope it does!), thanks to the accessibility of the device and the absolutely excellent performance that you get from the Eleaf iStick X80 kit!

Many thanks to Eleaf for sending the X80 in for review!

What are your thoughts on the newest iStick kit from Eleaf? Let us know in the comments below!

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If you have been vaping for any amount of time you have likely come across the term ‘sub ohm’ or ‘sub ohm vaping’, if you are not sure what this is then take a moment to read the guides at the end of this post.

What Are The Best Sub Ohm Tanks To Buy? We Take A Look At our Top Picks For 2025 – So Far…

This post will purely look at some of the best sub ohm tanks (stock coil) available today. Yes, there are lots to choose from.

If sub ohm vaping isn’t for you, check out our best mouth to lung vape tanks.

DEVICE	FEATURES
	Editors Choice VOOPOO MAAT Tank New Easy top fill Clean, crisp flavour No leaks Includes 2 mesh coils	CHECK LATEST PRICE →
	BEST For Build Quality Vapefly Kriemhild 2 25mm Diameter Top fill system Very good flavour Flawless build quality	CHECK LATEST PRICE →
	Best Sub Ohm Tank As Voted By Readers Geekvape Zeus 26mm Diameter Easy swap coil system Comes with 2 x mesh coils Super smooth vape with bundles of flavour	CHECK LATEST PRICE →
	BEST SMOK Sub Ohm Tank SMOK T-Air 26.6mm Diameter (2ml) 32mm Diameter (5ml) Comes with 2 coils For high powered vaping Excellent flavour	CHECK LATEST PRICE →
	Best Sub Ohm Tank for Clouds SMOK TFV18 31.6mm Diameter One for clouds Excellent build quality Comes with 2 mesh coils	CHECK LATEST PRICE →

1. Voopoo MAAT Tank New (Editors Choice)

The Voopoo MAAT Tank New is, as the name would suggest a new version of the MAAT tank. We have tested this tank when it came with the Argus GT 2 mod and Argus XT/MT mods. It’s a 26mm diameter tank (check it will fit your mod) and has superb build quality.

On our tests the new TPP-DM mesh coils (2 included) kicked out plenty of clouds and more importantly the flavour was clean and concise. Very impressive.

Voopoo have introduced a ‘Volcanic Crater Design’ which helps catch any condensation, which in turn helps keep the tank leak free. The latter of which we had zero of.

Airflow adjustment is on point. If an airy, cloudy vape is your thing then you can open this right up.

Excellent stuff from Voopoo.

Features

• Clean, crisp flavour from the 2 TPP-DM Mesh coils
• Good design and solid build
• No leaks on our testing
• Capable of some impressive clouds

Full Voopoo MAAT Tank New Review

2. Vapefly Kriemhild 2 (Best Build Quality)

Maybe not one of the best known brands in the vape space but Vapefly have brought us some excellent atomisers in the past. The Vapefly Kriemhild 2 is a clean looking, 25mm sub ohm tank that should fit the majority of vape mods and has a lot to offer.

The dual airflow offers a good airy vape for those that like that style. The build quality is flawless and the top fill slots are big enough to poke the biggest juice bottle nozzles through.

The mesh coils (2 included) provide very good flavour although a touch on the cooler side. So depending on the type of flavours you vape this may be something you want to keep in mind.

If you like vaping at around 40-60W this is a great choice.

Features

• 25mm Diameter
• Superb build quality
• 2 X Coils – 0.2ohm Mesh and 0.3ohm Mesh
• Top filling system
• Very good flavour

Full Vapefly Kriemhild 2 Review

3. Geekvape Zeus (Best Sub Ohm Tank As Voted By Readers)

The Geekvape Zeus sub ohm tank follows on from the incredible RTA line of tanks.

This time around they have taken the excellent flavour and smooth vape of the Zeus and created a sub ohm tank that really shines.

It looks solid, in fact, it doesn’t just look solid, it is solid. They haven’t scrimped on the design from though as the Zeus sub ohm tank looks great on most vape mods.

All the features you would expect from one of the new sub ohm tanks to market are included. Easy swap coil system, easy top fill and some huge adjustable airflow holes.

As most of the winning tanks in the market today, the Zeus is powered by mesh coils. The Z2 – 0.2Ohm Kanthal Mesh coil is rated for use between 70-80W and the spare Z1 – 0.4Ohm Kanthal Mesh coil is rated for use at 60-70W.

As already mentioned the flavour on this tank is superb, not only that though, the smoothness of vape is there too. We struggled to get a dry hit from this even after some heavy chain vaping.. Oh.. and leaking non existent too.

The Zeus sub ohm tank was voted ‘Best Sub Ohm Tank’ by vapers in the 2020 Ecigclick Awards.

Features

• 26mm Diameter
• Comes with 2 Coils – 1 x 0.2 Mesh Coil (pre installed) and 1 x 0.4 Mesh Coil
• Easy swap coil system
• Super smooth vape with bundles of flavour

Full Geekvape Zeus Tank Review

4. SMOK T-Air (Best SMOK Sub Ohm Tank)

The SMOK T-Air is the latest (and long awaited) sub ohm tank from a brand known for their cloud chuckers, Smoktech.

The latest is a good looking, solid tank with a top fill design and top honeycomb airflow.

In our review the tank was a 9/10 when it came to flavour and while clouds haven’t been as dense as previous SMOK tanks it was no slouch.

There are a number of coils available to play around with with the T-Air. The 2ml UK version comes with two mesh coils. The 0.15Ohm (40-60W) and 0.2ohm (50-70W).

The T-Air is great a great adition to the sub ohm tank scene and one that is worthy of a shortlist place.

Features

• 26.6mm Diameter (2ml) – 32mm Diameter (5ml)
• Comes with 2 coils:
• Top fill
• Excellent flavour and good cloud

Full SMOK T-Air Review

5. SMOK TFV18 (Best SMOK Sub Ohm Tank)

The SMOK TFV18 sub ohm tank is the latest in the long line of TFV edition tanks to be released by SMOK. We have to say they have done a great job although it’s not for everyone. This is sub ohm vaping on steroids, like many of the TFV tanks.

If you are looking for superb flavour and huge clouds then this is a tank for your shortlist. Just keep in mind, like many of the tanks in this SMOK series it does like to drink that e-liquid!

As always there are lots of coil options to keep you busy and for vapers that like to build their own coils there is an option for that, available separately. To get the best favour out of this tank you may need to adjust that airlfow as this is an airy tank when fully open.

Finish it off with a solid, trademark SMOK build quality and this is another sub ohm tank we can advise you to add to your shortlist. SMOK are definitely back with the TFV18. Just be sure your mod is big enough to allow teh TFV18 to sit on top without any overhang.

Features

• 31.6mm Diameter
• Comes with 2 Mesh Coils
• A Sub ohm tank for cloud chasers

Full SMOK TFV18 Review

6. Horizon Falcon 2 (Best Mesh Sub Ohm Tank)

The Horizon Falcon 2 is a follow up to the fantastic Falcon sub ohm tank. What a brilliant update this is. It quite simply looks the business and the mesh coils deliver flavour by the bucket load.

The tank, as with many sub ohm tanks requires at least 50-70W minimum to get the best from the coils. It’s recommended to have head room above this wattage as well so you can explore vapes at different wattage.

The kit comes with 2 X coils and features a bottom airflow and top fill design.

The Falcon range of sub ohm tanks are still some of the best to this day, this version is no different.

Features

• 25mm Diameter
• 2 X Coils
• Top filling system
• Superb flavour

Full Horizon Falcon 2 Review

7. Apollo Portal Tank – (Best Beginner Sub Ohm Tank)

We first used the Apollo Portal sub ohm tank when we reviewed the Apollo Ohm Go vape kit. We were very impressed the performance from a compact sub ohm tank and found it a great entry point for vapers into sub ohm vaping.

Not only that but it’s actually a great looking tank with a top quality build. The top fill feature makes the tank a breeze to use. The added bonus with the Portal tank is the coil selection.

There are three coil resistances available (0.5Ohm and 1.0Ohm) offering a couple of great sub ohm vaping options as well as mouth to lung vape. Best of both worlds allowing you to use a variety of PG/VG e juice mixes.

The Portal tank you buy comes as standard with two coils (0.5ohm and 1.0Ohm) in the pack.

The setup of this tank also makes a very good option for newer vapers looking to explore the sub ohm side of vaping.

Available in three colours with the black being rubberised. Just keep in mind this tank has a diameter of approx 19mm so may not look the best on big mods.

Features

• 19mm Diameter
• 0.5 ohm Coil (pre-installed) & Spare 1.0 ohm Coil
• 2ml capacity tank
• Top-fill design making it easy to fill on the go.
• Available in 2 finishes – Stainless steel and rubberised (Black and White)

Full Apollo Portal Tank Review

8. Uwell Valyrian 2 Pro (Best All Rounder)

The Uwell Valyrian 2 Pro is a beast when it comes to both cloud and flavour.

There is also something we haven’t seen in other sub ohm tanks to date. Self cleaning technology that helps prevent leaking. In short it recycles residue juice back to the coil. Gimmick? Well, we had minimal leaking on our testing so if that was the reason then I guess it does work

It’s a big tank, at 32mm diameter and includes 2 X coils – 1 X 0.32Ohm single mesh coil (90-100W) and one 0.14Ohm dual mesh coil (80-90W) in the kit. So it goes without saying ensure your mod not only has the wattage to cover the coils but also that your mod is big enough to accommodate the tank.

For the vapers out there that like to go even bigger on the cloud and wattage then you may want to check out the 0.15Ohm quad coil that is rated for use between 100-120W.

Finishing things off the tank itself is very solid with a flip top, top fill function making refilling on the go nice and easy.

Features

• 32mm Diameter
• 2 X Coils included
• Top filling system
• Superb flavour and huge clouds
• For higher wattage vapers

Sub Ohm Vaping – Things to Keep in Mind

Just a few things to keep in mind if you are new to sub ohm vape gear. These are important –

1. Be sure your e cig device or batteries can handle the extra battery power these tanks need to perform. Check out our best vape mods for sub ohm compatible vaping devices.
2. Not all devices are compatible with the most popular 0.5ohm coil.
3. Many devices aren’t compatible with tanks that use 0.2ohm coils!
4. Sub ohm tanks are not for use with standard vape pens / EGO batteries.
5. Just because these kind of tanks are available doesn’t mean you need one.
6. Sub ohm vaping is generally geared towards direct lung inhale vapers.
7. They also spit out huge clouds so if you are planning on using one of these vape tanks when you go out then it may not be suitable. These aren’t made for stealth vaping!
8. They can go through e-juice in double quick time!

Reading back it sounds like I’m trying to put you off! Far from it, sub ohm tanks can provide a fantastic vaping experience that can surpass ‘most’ standard vape tanks.

We focused on the best sub ohm tanks with replaceable stock coils. If you are looking for rebuildable atomizers then check out the following:

• Best RTA Tanks
• Best RDA Vapes

Learn More About Sub Ohm Vaping – What it is, How to do it and the best type of e-liquid for sub ohm vaping.

• Beginners guide to sub ohm vaping.
• PG and VG in E liquid (What is the best type of e-liquid to use with sub ohm tanks)
• Direct to Lung vs Mouth to Lung vaping (How To Sub Ohm Vape)

What is the best sub ohm tank you have used? Let us know what your favorite is in the comments below!

Sub Ohm Vaping FAQ’s

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This is my first encounter with any of the Voopoo PnP coils – my previous Voopoo kits have all been pod kits.

The Argus range is very varied – including box mods such as the Argus GT II, advanced pod kits such as the Argus XT/MT and plenty of simpler pod kits such as the Argus Z, Argus G, Argus SE and Argus P1S.

The Voopoo Argus Pro 2 fits into the advanced pod kit category – so let’s get stuck in and see what it has to offer!

What To Expect From The Voopoo Argus Pro 2…

As the name suggests this version is an update to the Voopoo Argus Pro and at first glance does look quite similar!

The kit consists of the main body (mod) and the tank (pod).

Looking first at the device, this houses a whopping 3000mAh battery which is charged via the USB Type C port at a 2A charge rate.

The output is specified as 5-80W (3.2-4.2V) and you have different user modes to extract that power!

Firstly you can use the “Smart” mode – where the GENE.TT 2.0 chip inside the mod automatically adjusts the output to suit the coil installed.

Or if you like to adjust the output yourself the “RBA” mode acts as a standard variable wattage mode.

The “Turbo” mode promises a 25% increase in vapour volume in one second.

Your data is displayed on the 0.96in colour TFT screen.

Below the screen is a manual locking switch. This allows you to lock all buttons to prevent accidental activation when carrying the device.

Looking now at the pod (or tank) section. This is the PnP X DTL cartridge. The DTL stands for “Direct To Lung” – which is a vaping style favoured by those who like high power and lots of clouds. We explain this further in our Guide To Vaping Styles.

In standard format the pod will hold up to 5ml of your own e-liquid which you refill using the fill port located on the pod base. For those in TPD regulated areas (such as us in the UK) this capacity is reduced to 2ml. But of course both pods are interchangeable so you could always try and get hold of the larger capacity pod at a later date.

The coils are replaceable and are the PnP X range. Sadly the original PnP standard coils are not compatible.

There are 4 coil resistance options: 0.15ohm (included in the kit), 0.3ohm (included in the kit) plus the 0.2ohm and 0.6ohm which are available separately.

At the top of the pod is the airflow inlet which is adjustable. Having the airflow inlet located above the e-liquid level reduces the chances of leaking.

Here is an unboxing video from the VOOPOO YouTube channel.

There are 6 colours to choose from: Space Grey, Sky Purple, Pearl White, Modern Red, Lake Blue, Cocoa Brown and Spray Black.

Kit Includes

• Voopoo Argus Pro 2 device
• PnP X pod DTL
• 0.15ohm PnP X coil
• 0.3ohm PnP X coil
• USB Type C cable
• User manual

Voopoo Argus Pro 2 Specs

• Size: 127.4×35.5×29.8mm
• Battery: 3000mAh (internal)
• Display: 0.96in Colour TFT Screen
• Output: 5-80W (3.2-4.2V)
• modes: Variable Wattage (RBA), Turbo Mode, Smart Mode
• Type C USB charging – 2A charge rate
• Resistance range: 0.1-3ohm
• Capacity: 5ml (Standard) / 2ml (TPD)
• Coils: PNP X platform
• Top adjustable airflow
• Top fill
• Draw activation
• Locking toggle switch

Voopoo Argus Pro 2 Design and Build Quality

I received this in the Sky Purple 5ml version.

The packaging is pretty good but there is a huge chemically plastic smell emanating when you slide out the insert.

A neat box is the first thing you will see which contains the spare coil, good quality USB C cable and instructions.

I found the instructions to be pretty good and there is also a PnP X platform card which advises you about the coil range. It would be helpful to see suggested power levels for each coil here – but if you are unsure just set the mod to “Smart” mode and it will automatically select the correct output.

Sadly the instructions are not available for download at time of writing. There is a designated area on the Voopoo website where you should find them – they have just not been added yet.

Also don’t forget to do the authenticity check using the panel located on the side of the box. More details in our Guide here.

Voopoo Argus Pro 2 Mod

This is a stunning looking device in the two tone version I have. The top of the mod is a metallic Purple colour which fades down into a Rose Gold / Pink colour at the base.

There are some nice design touches, such as the loop for attaching a lanyard (such a shame there was not one included in the kit) and the rubber base means it stands up firmly without slipping or damaging the surface it comes into contact with.

On the rear is a leather panel which is in the same colour combo as the metal body and this has the “Argus Pro 2” stamped in.

Surrounding the leather area are some embossed panels which help to add grip.

The finish and stitching of the panels is immaculate.

Looking in the pod compartment as this is mainly metal with 2 spring loaded contacts in the centre. Due to the layout of the pod base, this means you can put the pod in any way around and it will make contact. This is not suitable for use with tanks that have a 510 base. It is only designed for the PnP X pods.

On the opposite side to the leather is the control panel.

Control Panel

This panel features at the top the rectangle shaped fire button. This is roughly 13mm by 8mm in size with a slight indent in the centre to help located it with your thumb. It is nice and clicky and responsive.

Below that is a Black plastic area which houses the beautiful colour display and the lock switch.

The screen is super clear, bright and the information is laid out well. The graphic below shows you what all the data displayed means…

To lock the device you slide the lock switch up and to unlock you slide it down. When locked none of the buttons will work – even the fire button.

Next you have the adjustment buttons – with the “-” on the left and the “+” on the right. These are very small but easy enough to use.

At the base is the USB port which has a dustproof cover that you prise open for charging.

In real life though this does not open far and when a USB cable is connected it does press against it. In long term use this could damage the cable and / or USB port.

PnP X Pod Cartridge

The pod is a one piece construction and the only component that can be removed is the coil.

The coil is pulled out and pushed in easily for replacement, make sure to align the straight edges correctly when replacing.

On the top of the pod is a plastic Black drip tip but this is not removable. It is however very comfortable to use. It is roughly the same size as a large bore 810 drip tip as this is the DTL pod. There is an MTL pod with a smaller removable mouthpiece available.

The pod top cap is in a Gunmetal colour on my kit and has the text “PnP X Cartridge DTL, Compatible with PnP X Coils” etched in.

You also rotate the top cap to adjust the incoming airflow. You do have to hold the glass section whilst rotating the top cap. As you rotate you will see the airflow inlet opening and closing.

The side of the pod gives an excellent view of e-liquid level.

On the base of the pod are 4 magnets which keep the pod firmly attached to the metal in the pod compartment of the mod.

As the coil has a circular base the pod can be installed any way around in the mod.

Access to the fill port is provided by a Silicone cover. Lift this up where the arrow shows. Sadly it doesn’t swing out of the way for easier access.

The fill port is around 7x4mm and I had no airlocks or issues using my big Gorilla e-liquid bottles.

Apart from a tiny amount of condensation (really minimal) this has been totally leak free.

Quick Start Guide

The 0.15ohm coil is already installed, you will need to remove the isolator sticker from the base of the pod.

Fill the pod, charge up the device and away you go!

Never fear I will guide you through everything in this section!

Basic Operation

• Power On/Off = Press the fire button 5 times quickly
• Vaping = Hold down the fire button to vape
• Battery indicator = The screen will display the charge remaining
• Battery indicator when charging = The screen will display the charging progress. If the screen turns off just quickly press the fire button to check the status.
• Enter the menu = Press the “+” and “-” adjustment buttons at the same time to enter the menu screen. Scroll through the options using the adjustment buttons and enter the option by clicking the fire button.
• Select mode = Enter the menu and select “Mode”. Then scroll through Smart, RBA or Turbo mode and press fire when the desired mode is selected.
• Lock / Unlock fire button = Push the manual switch up to lock and down to unlock. The screen will display the Red padlock symbol when the device is locked.
• Clear puff counter = Enter the menu and select “Setting”. It will ask if you want to clear puff count. Press the fire button to confirm.
• Exit menus = Just wait a few seconds and the device will return to the home screen.
• Adjust the output = Make sure the buttons are unlocked and use the adjustment buttons to increase or decrease the selected output.
• Adjust airflow = Hold the glass section of the pod and turn the top section. The airflow inlet will open and close up as you rotate.

Protections

• Low battery – The device will display “Check Battery” and will stop working until charged.
• Short circuit – The device will display “Atomiser Short”. Check the connections on the pod and mod are clean and dry. Try a new coil. If this fails the device may be faulty.
• High temperature – The device will display “Temp High” and stop working until it has cooled down.
• Time Out – The device will display “Time Out” and stop firing if the fire button has been held down too long. The instructions do not specify the period of time before this alert is displayed. Anyway simply press the fire button again and continue vaping. In practice I found this time to be around 10 seconds of firing before it would cut out.
• No Pod – The device will display “Check Atomiser”. Make sure there is a pod and coil installed correctly. If the error persists clean all the pod and mod contacts. If it continues change the coil. The device may be faulty if this warning still displays after doing the above actions.

How To Charge The Battery

The charging rate is specified as 2A – which can be achieved using a compliant USB outlet or plug adapter.

• Using the included USB type C cable, connect the small end into the USB port on the mod.
• Connect the large end of the cable into a suitable USB outlet.
• The screen will display the charging progress and some pretty bubbly graphics. But the screen will turn off after a while. Just press the fire button briefly to wake the screen up to check the progress.
• When fully charged the screen will turn off, which is not much use as it switches off anyway during charging. So don’t assume it is charged just because the screen has turned off. Just press the fire button briefly to check the display says “100%” before you disconnect the charging cable.

I found charging took around 1 hour 44 mins each time. I am not 100% sure my 2A charging plug is working properly, so it may be that you get a faster charging time.

How To Fill The Pod

• Remove the pod from the mod.
• Turn the pod upside down and lift up the fill port cover.
• Add e-liquid to the fill port whilst watching the level through the side of the pod.
• If this is the first fill allow the pod to stand for 10-15 mins to allow the e-liquid to soak into the coil. This is called Priming and is a very important step. If not fully primed you could burn the coil out and your throat lining in the process!

How To Replace The Coil

Unusually I found that when the pod was tipped upside down and the coil removed none of the e-liquid leaked out! So it is a very clean coil change! I would suggest having a bit of tissue as the coil will be dripping e-liquid when removed.

• Remove the pod from the mod.
• Tip the pod upside and pull out the existing coil. If hard to remove you may need a fingernail or similar to prise it out. The sealing O-rings on the coil do a good job, so they can provide resistance when removing the coil.
• Insert a new coil making sure the straight edges on the coil base align with the straight edges on the pod base.
• Fill the pod as described above and leave to stand for 5-10 minutes.

How Does The Voopoo Argus Pro 2 Perform?

As this is a higher power device I used it with the Choppa Vapes Choppa Collection Blue Slush e-liquid.

This has a mix ratio of 64%VG / 36%PG. Voopoo recommend ratios of between 50 and 70% VG for this kit. I do feel 50% VG will be a bit too thin and could be harsh when vaping at higher power. If you prefer this e-liquid you could perhaps look into purchasing the 0.6ohm PnP X coil or even the PnP X MTL pod.

I have not added any nicotine as I like the full flavour and being a mainly low power MTL vaper I need no added excuses for a bit of a cough!

If any of these terms are over your head – have a read of our handy guides below!

• MTL V DTL – A Guide To Vape Styles
• VG and PG in E-liquid – all you need to know
• Beginners guide to E-liquid
• Nic Salt E-liquid

PnP X 0.15ohm Coil

The recommended power limits for this coil are 60-80W.

Sadly for the first 2ml of e-liquid the horrible plasticky chemical smell from the packaging seemed to be present. This thankfully did wear off to give an amazing flavour.

The device in Smart mode suggested 65W and I did not stray from that. It was perfect.

The amount of vapour is epic and the flavour was just so clear and pure (once the chemical packaging aroma had worn off).

Surprisingly I also found this to be quite efficient on e-liquid. Requiring only around 7ml for one full battery charge (181 puffs). I do have the 5ml pod though, so it might feel like you are filling more with the 2ml version.

All was going well for around 3 refills (15ml) / 356 puffs. Until the dreaded dry hits started to creep in. It was not a full on throat explosion dry hit, but was enough to make each vape unpleasant and make my throat and chest hurt.

So the coil life was pretty poor.

PnP X 0.3ohm Coil

The recommended power limits for this coil are 32-40W.

The mod decided that 35W was the ideal output and I totally agreed!

This coil made my e-liquid really shine! It was better than I have ever tasted it! Not to mention way more vapour than I was expecting at such a low output!

With the 0.3ohm coil the mod really shines. The battery charge life has been excellent – 307 puffs to one charge (3 refills at 5ml).

I would prefer that Voopoo supplied 2 of the 0.3ohm coils instead of one of the 0.15ohm. The 0.3ohm just really suits the mod and shows it in its best light.

Turbo Mode

I do like the sound of this – anything “Turbo” always catches my eye!

Sadly due to the premature death of the 0.15ohm coil I could only test this using the 0.3ohm – which is probably not in the “turbo” department!

In this setting the screen theme is Red but the same power level was selected – 35W.

Switching between Smart and Turbo modes I honestly could not tell the difference I am afraid. But it may be that you need the lower resistance coil and higher output before the “Turbo” kicks in!

Airflow

To rate how restricted the airflow is, I use a scale – where 0 = fully closed, no airflow – up to 10 = breathing fresh air.

For the 0.15ohm coil fully closed is around 4 and fully open is 9.5. Fully open there is barely any restriction at all. So should suit RDL and DTL vapers!

With the 0.3ohm coil I would rate fully closed around 3.5 and fully open is around 8.5. So again plenty of adjustment – but this really shines as an RDL coil and I used it with around 1/3 of the airflow open.

Mod Performance

There have been a few niggles in this department.

Firstly at 65W with the 0.15ohm coil – when the battery charge was down to 20% the output dropped significantly – it was registering around 2.1V. Then at 14% it was pretty much un-vapeable – the voltage dropped to 1.7V and the vape was spitting as the e-liquid was not heated sufficiently to vaporise. Usually vapes will cut out before this point as the chip will know it cannot output to the specified power. When fully charged, the 0.15ohm coil is getting around 3.1V so it is a significant drop.

The specifications state this will output 3.2 to 4.2V – but it is way below this as the battery charge drops. It should be regulated to cut out below this. Why is the chip not cutting the power before this point?

But I must say none of this was a problem with the 0.3ohm coil. At 35W when fully charged the device was outputting 3.29V. This was consistent until around 5% charge where it dropped to 2.9V. Then at 4% the battery low warning was displayed on the screen. So the regulation was spot on here.

I just believe that this device is not suitable for the 0.15ohm coil and the power it requires, it copes perfectly with the 0.3ohm coil which seems to be the perfect fit.

Also the lock switch has an accompanying graphic. When you slide it up – the graphic tells you to “Slide Up To Lock”. Which is odd as you have already performed the action it is telling you to do? When you slide the switch down it says “Slide Down To Unlock” – after you have already done it? Surely this should be the opposite way around telling you how to unlock it / lock it?

You cannot change the screen theme colour, it does change depending on mode. I used this mainly in Smart Mode and the horrible Orangey graphics were a bit annoying. Obviously this is just my opinion – it is not a deal breaker.

The USB port cover only flips open slightly. Therefore it does put pressure on the charging cable. This could result in wear to the charging port and cable.

When charging the screen stays on for a while, but then goes blank. You might wrongly think this means it has fully charged – but it hasn’t. Press the fire button to wake the screen up to see the progress.

Leaks

Nope not a dribble from either coil!

Battery Life

This will vary according to the coil, power setting and your own vaping habits. But as a guide…

With the 0.15ohm coil I got 181 puffs and around 4 hours. This was the only timing I could do as on the second run the coil burnt out!

With the 0.3ohm coil I got 301 puffs and a whopping 8.5 hours of vaping! Perfect!

Pros

• Absolutely stunning looking kit
• No leaks at all
• Excellent flavour and vapour from the 0.15ohm coil
• Great airflow adjustment for RDL and DTL vapers
• Really shines as a RDL device with the 0.3ohm coil – Voopoo should ditch the 0.15ohm and just have 2 of the 0.3ohm!
• Excellent battery life with the 0.3ohm coil of 8.5 hours!

Cons

• The output drops significantly when 20% battery remaining, at 14% it is barely firing (at 65W with 0.15ohm coil)
• Lock display prompt is the wrong way around
• Charging port cover is awkward
• Not compatible with standard PnP coils – only use the PnP X
• Bad chemically plastic smell from the packaging does impact the flavour for the first 2ml of e-liquid using the 0.15ohm coil
• Only 356 puffs from 0.15ohm coil before it started tasting burnt
• Device is quite noisy – even using the 0.3ohm coil at 35W

Voopoo Argus Pro 2 Final Review Verdict

So for me the Voopoo Argus Pro 2 kit was a tale of 2 halves.

The good bits include the stunning appearance, ease of use and flavour.

I would suggest that Voopoo ditch the 0.15ohm coil from this kit. The device is not able to deliver a constant output for this coil – as you will see below. However with the 0.3ohm it really shines, a perfect harmony of mod and coil. In this set up it all makes sense.

Unfortunately the list of bad things is quite big…

One big issue for me was how much the output dropped using the 0.15ohm coil at 65W when the battery charge was down to 20%. I am used to devices dropping power slightly when the battery charge is low. But regulated devices usually cut out before this point or they drop the output to what the battery can provide.

So I am a bit puzzled why this is happening? My kit does have “Sample” printed on the box so it may be an early model, plus there may be firmware updates on the way to fix this.

I have tried to install the Voopoo configuration tool on my PC but there are no updates available.

Sadly the coil life for the 0.15ohm PnP X coil was pretty rubbish too. 356 puffs or approximately 15ml use before it started tasting burnt.

Considering one of the big marketing boasts was that the new PnP X coils were able to last for around 100ml of e-liquid – this does not look good Voopoo.

I did not exceed the output provided automatically by the Smart mode and I did not let the pod run dry. Perhaps using a sweeter e-liquid might have impacted the coil life slightly – but even so I have had other sub ohm coils last over a week with this e-liquid.

So in conclusion, use the 0.3ohm coil for an excellent RDL performance. The 0.15ohm coil performs well for a short while, after which the battery cannot support the output or the coil burns out!

Have you tried the Voopoo Argus Pro 2? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

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..And it’s a beast!

Maybe it’s just the devices that have been coming my way but it does seem like Vaporesso have been concentrating their attentions more towards the pod kit side of the industry for quite a while.

The LUXE and its variants for example. Or the XROS range of pod kits. Don’t get me wrong – the more the merrier and anything to combat a tidal wave of disposable vapes.

Less waste and more chance of E-liquid manufacturers getting their wares off the shelves.

But it does seem MTL (Mouth To Lung) products have been getting the monopoly of late.

There’s still a healthy contingent of DTL (Direct To Lung) vapers and it may feel like an eternity since anything new has come their way. (We tell you what MTL and DTL mean in our Guide To Vape Styles).

The Vaporesso Armour MAX box kit is here to come to the rescue. And it’s a monster of a kit.

What Can We Expect From the Vaporesso Armour MAX Box Kit?

The Vaporesso Armour Max is armoured to the teeth and a veritable box Mod of tricks both inside and out.

For a start it’s comprised entirely of TPU (Thermoplastic Polyurethane), used in a wide range of demanding applications where durability, flexibility and tensile strength are required characteristics.

It’s been designed to stand the test of time, capable of withstanding daily wear and tear.

There’s support for both 21700 and 18650 batteries. This does mean the former is likely to last longer but either option has been catered for.

A proprietary Uni-lock feature not only serves to instantly lock or unlock the device but doubles up as a fire button! Hey that’s new!

.. Well, it is to me, anyway.

COREX tech once again makes a return to deliver an impressive power boost. To ensure quick and efficient heating of the GTi mesh coils for a consistent and intense flavour experience.

You can find out more about COREX tech in our How COREX Tech is Improving Flavour article elsewhere on the site.

Speaking of flavour intensity, the Armour MAX has been designed exclusively for Direct To Lung (DTL) vapers. It also supplies all the power needed for thick, dense vapour production.

A 0.96in TFT colour screen displays all the essential vaping data required both clearly and intuitively. Customise your vaping experience in the way that suits you.

Use the fire and menu rocker button to make these customisations and choose from Eco, Pulse and F(t) mode. There’s even the option to tinker with temperature control mode if that’s your bag.

Again, we’ve covered these modes elsewhere on the site. Check out the Vaporesso Target 200 Kit for more details.

Inside the Box

Please note: The image below does not reflect the final release version.

It appears I’ve been gifted a limited edition as it includes additional coils, drip tips and a carrying case. With the retail release expect the following:

• Vaporesso Armour MAX MOD
• Vaporesso iTank 2 (8ml glass pre-installed)
• GTi 0.2ohm mesh coil (pre-installed)
• GTi 0.4ohm mesh coil
• Spare 2ml glass – TPD compliant
• Tank protective cover (pre-installed)
• 2 x O ring
• Spare silicone filling plug
• 2 x 18650 battery adaptor sleeves
• Type C USB charging cable
• User manual and warranty card
• Safety manual
• Warning card

.. If it’s any consolation, neither of the funky resin drip tips I got actually fit the tank!

Vaporesso Armour MAX – Specifications

• Size: 157 x 56.5 x 34mm
• Weight: 158g
• Material: TPU
• Battery capacity: 2 x 21700 / 2 x 18650 (not included)
• Output power: 5 – 220W
• User modes: Variable Wattage, Smart, Temperature Control (TC-SS, Ni, Ti), F(t), Pulse, Eco
• Charging: 2A USB Type C
• Display: 0.96in TFT colour
• AXON Chipset

iTank 2 – Specifications

• Size: 30×59.8mm
• Capacity: 8ml (standard) / 2ml (TPD)
• Coils: GTi coil range
• Button / slide top fill
• Adjustable bottom airflow
• Corex heating tech
• 810 drip tip
• E-liquid recirculating system to prevent leaks and condensation

It’s all a bit odd, really.

From drip tip to base I measured the tank as being 55mm in height and the diameter much nearer to 25mm – but there ya go. Who am I to argue? lol

The 30mm diameter must refer to the actual Bubble glass size – not the tank base.

Vaporesso Armour Max – Design and Build Quality

It’s all about a rugged durability with the Armour MAX box mod. It’s the first thing that strikes me. This is clearly designed for the outdoor vaper and those working in active roles.

For those who have very little time on their hands as demonstrated by the slide mechanics employed.

The TPU material feels like a cross between plastic and rubber with the majority of the Mod covered with it. It works particularly well in providing both comfort and grip when held.

It also grips any surface it’s placed on for further reassurance.

So on the top we have a gold plated spring loaded 510 contact. If you’re planning on using your own tank I’d suggest looking at those with a diameter of 26mm or less to prevent any overhang.

The rear of the Mod is home to an elongated Vaporesso badge, incorporated into the TPU.

Battery Door

Directly below this is the slide mechanic for the battery door.

Push down on this and the door instantly springs open. We’re talking strong springs!

The batteries only fit one way and their polarity is indicated on the inside of the hinged door.

I checked for battery rattle using two 18650’s with the adaptor sleeves. None. Nada. So all good.

..Just remember to remove the two sleeves if you’re planning on using 21700 batteries. You’ll look a bit silly if you don’t!

Display

I love the screen display! It’s set out a little bit differently on the Armour MAX.

Mode, puff counter (vape duration when using), coil resistance and independent battery health meters are all shoe horned onto the left hand side of the display while wattage output takes up all of the right side.

The colour TFT screen means that all information can be clearly read and you’re never in doubt as to how hard you’re hitting the device.

Scrolling speed for wattage output is extremely fast. Pressing left or right on the rocker button alters it in single watt measures but holding the button truly accelerates things.

The Mod doesn’t ‘Round Robin’ or reset once maximum output is hit but that’s never really been an issue for me, anyway.

Uni-lock

This shows real innovation in my opinion. Not sure if it’s been done before but it’s new to me!

The fire button doubles up as a locking mechanism. And again, it’s all down to a simple slider. Slide the button down to use as the fire button and slide up to force lock the device.

How easy is that!

My only quibble is in how easy it is to make the adjustment. The slider does move rather freely.

Finally, below the rocker button there’s a type C USB charging port. Now I know the Mod isn’t IP67 rated but it would’ve been nice were it not so exposed.

Yes it’s recessed but given the overall build quality of the Mod does look prone to dust, dirt or potential damage.

It’s the only thing that looks fragile about the device.

To be honest I always use a dedicated charging unit with external batteries anyway.

It’s just something to pay closer attention to if this is your method of recharging.

Vaporesso iTank 2 – Design and Build Quality

Our Shell made a detailed analysis of the iTank 2 when she coupled it with another Vaporesso Mod. Check out her detailed review of the Vaporesso Gen 80S iTank 2 for the full low down.

I’ll just go over the basics here.

You get a removable 810 drip tip with the iTank 2. Not the prettiest one in the world so you might want to swap it for one that suits your chosen colour scheme asap.

To gain access to the fill port it’s a simple case of pressing down on the red marker just below the top cap. There’s also an arrow to mark the exact position.

I like the attention to detail! Nice work, Vaporesso.

Word of warning! The spring mechanism is very strong and the top cap swings a full 180 degrees when opened.

This does give you ample clearance to insert any bottle nozzle of choice into the generously sized fill port opening. Something I very much appreciated.

There is knurling under the top cap but this is for cosmetic purposes more than anything else.

Airflow

The dual airflow slots themselves are mahoosive!

Fully open they measure around half an inch, so if sauna like vapour production is your fetish it looks like the iTank 2 has you covered.

This adjustability does come at the price of a stopper. Don’t try to force it too much or the deck may start unscrewing from the base. A common issue with tanks employing a stopper system.

Tank Base

Unscrewing the tank is made easy with additional, bolder knurling patterns and the threading is butter smooth. No squeaky mice here!

Gold plated contacts inside the tank ensure optimal conductivity and power between the Mod and GTi coil.

The Vaporesso Armour MAX comes with the 8ml glass and 0.2ohm GTi mesh coil pre-installed. What if you prefer the included 2ml glass? How do you replace a coil once it starts tasting funky?

Let’s delve into that right now.

Quick Start Guide

How To Install or Change the Coil

• Unscrew the tank from the Mod (anti-clockwise)
• Unscrew the base of the tank (clockwise)
• Using a finger nail (if you’ve got one!) gently pull the existing coil out of the tank chamber
• Push the new coil up into the tank chamber ensuring a firm seal

  

• Screw the base back onto the tank (anti-clockwise)

How To Replace the Glass Tank

• Unscrew the base from the tank
• Carefully pull down on the glass tube to slide it out. Use the knurling on the top cap for additional grip

• Carefully push the replacement glass tube up and over both silicone O-rings. You can use a small amount of e-liquid to lubricate the O-rings when replacing the glass.

• Screw the base back onto the tank

If it helps, use a gentle ‘twist – turn’ motion when removing or replacing glass tubes.

Try to keep the glass as straight as possible when replacing or removing.

Make sure the glass tube is firmly seated before screwing the base back into place.

How To Fill the Vaporesso iTank 2

• Press the Red marker to swing the top cap open
• Locate the silicone fill port and push a bottle nozzle down into the fill chamber

• Gently squeeze E-liquid into the tank making sure not to overfill.
• Manually swing the top cap back until it clicks into place

If this is the first time you’re filling the tank, let the E-liquid soak into the cotton wicks for around 3-5 minutes prior to vaping.

How To Operate the Armour MAX

The device will spring into life as soon as two batteries are inserted.

• 5 clicks of the fire button to switch the device on or off
• Use the menu rocker button to adjust power to suitable levels depending on the coil installed
• Use the fire button to vape
• To lock the device simply push the fire button up. Slide it down to unlock
• The device can also be locked by holding the up and down menu rocker buttons together. Press them both again to unlock
• Press the fire button 3 times to enter the mode select screen. Use the menu rocker to highlight selected mode and press the fire button to activate.
• Press and hold the fire and left menu rocker to activate Smart Mode

F(t) Mode (Default)

Is a method of automatically adjusting the output temperature and heating speed versus time to deliver better flavour. This is made possible by a series of differing voltages applied in quick succession during each vape.

Pulse Mode

Pulse mode is where the device pulses the voltage output every 0.02 seconds to improve the efficiency of the vape and keep a more stable output.

Eco Mode

This is basically a standard variable wattage mode where you can adjust the power to suit your own particular needs.

Temperature Control Mode

Using the main mode select screen, pick from Stainless Steel, Nichrome or Titanium coil material then hit the fire button to activate.

Press the menu rocker to make appropriate changes to the power output.

Press the Up menu rocker button and fire together to adjust wattage while in TC mode.

Hold the down menu rocker button and fire to lock or unlock TC resistances.

Smart Mode

This feature is ideal for the newer sub ohm vaper as it automatically detects the best power setting for the coil. Using this prevents any dry burns and potential damage the coil.

Settings Mode

Turn Smart mode on or off, lock temperature control, reset puff counter, adjust colour theme and brightness or return to default settings.

Smart mode automatically detects the best power for the installed coil.

Armour S Mod

The Vaporesso Armour S mod is the smaller sister device to the Armour Max I am reviewing.

Don’t worry if you only have one battery. The Armour S Mod has you covered by using either a single 21700 or 18650.

It’s basically the same device only reduced in width. Capable of a maximum output of 100W it still comes complete with the same GTi coils of its bigger brother, the MAX.

The info I have states the iTank 2 comes with a 5ml glass but for UK audiences it’s going to be restricted to 2ml, obviously.

You get all the modes of the Armour MAX although the 0.96in TFT colour screen layout has been altered to reflect its single battery capabilities.

How Does the Vaporesso Armour MAX Perform?

I tested the pre-installed 0.2ohm GTi mesh coil in the default F(t) mode first. It’s the mode the device fires up in once two 18650 batteries are installed.

Output parameters for the coil are between 60-75W so I opted for 70W as a good representation of what to expect.

Doozy Temptations Jam Tart was the E-liquid flavour of choice. It’s a 70VG/30PG ratio, highly suited for this powerful sub ohm mesh coil.

Let me start by saying power to the coil is instant, and I mean instant.

With the dual airflow ring wide open the vape is mildly warm. I was expecting slightly more heat but flavour is off the charts!

Strawberry Jam literally spills from the exhale with most of the pastry notes being sucked up during inhale and released underneath a sweet fruit on the way out.

Highly pleasant. Can you tell I love dessert vapes?

The way flavour is distributed across the vape is also incredible. Consistency is key to performance when it comes to F(t) mode and this can be put down to auto adjustment of temperature and heating speed of the inhale.

All the time the fire button is being depressed it never feels as though anything is being lost. A level playing field at all time and it really does show.

Extended vapes of 5-6 seconds proved the point.

Airflow

I was so impressed with a wide open airflow that it actually took a while for me to make any adjustments! The power setting also seemed to be exactly what I wanted too.

On this setting I still think there was about a 10% restriction but that may be due to dual airflow as opposed to three adjustable airflow slots.

This minor restriction increases to around 40% when cutting airflow in half. It has a dramatic effect on the sweetness of the vape. The flavour is also more concentrated on this setting.

I could easily pass this off as a semi restrictive lung vape. It feels comfortable enough with just a tickle created on the back of the throat.

Nicey!

Warmth increases too and most noticeable on the inhale. To be quite honest, I did feel flavour was starting to become too ‘compacted’ for my liking. Not as enjoyable with slow, drawn out exhales but again the consistency was excellent.

Further airflow adjustments weren’t to my liking at all. The restriction became too uncomfortable and even with 3mg freebase included in the E-liquid, I began a series of coughing fits!

It becomes a RDL (Restrictive Direct Lung) vape and not what the coil is designed for at all, in my opinion. You’ll definitely want to reduce power down to at least 60W if this is your preferred setting.

Vapour Production

Clearly if you want to be chuckin’ dem clouds, opt for unrestricted airflow.

You can inhale comfortably for as long as you desire and receive a pleasant throat hit with masses of thick white vapour tumbling across the room on the way out.

A highly pleasant experience after reviewing so many disposable vapes!

.. I’m in dessert vape heaven!

Pulse Mode

Quite tricky to describe.

Where F(t) mode would be flavour on steroids, Pulse mode seems to opt for a more subdued response in terms of power.

Not that it’s in a bad way. Far from it. It’s a bit like taking the foot off the accelerator a bit.

There’s just a little less clout behind it but flavour properties are still up there.

It’s a stable vape, that’s for sure no doubt due to the way voltage is supplied to the coil.

So maybe a few of the flavour characteristics aren’t quite as bright or well defined but other than that, I really couldn’t notice much difference between this and F(t) mode.

In summary, if you want less of a feisty vape experience go for this mode.

You’re still getting the works.

0.4ohm GTi Mesh Coil (Rated 50-60W)

I tested this in ECO mode and switched Smart mode on. The 70W setting of the 0.2ohm coil instantly changed to 55W and this is what I went for when vaping.

Airflow was wide open and gave me the same experience as the 0.2ohm coil. In that there was minimal restriction.

Using Naughty Juice Vanilla Custard was a pleasant experience. Another 70VG/30PG E-liquid ratio, the tank was banging out the flavour.

The Vanilla was more prominent than the custard but the taste was clean and well defined at all times. Consistently good.

Yes, I could’ve done with a little more warmth and pushing the power another 5W obviously wasn’t going to improve that much.

Further Airflow Restrictions

In terms of this, the 0.4ohm coil behaves very much like its lower resistance alternative.

I feel the restrictions are about the same, regardless of airflow setting. I can’t say I noticed much difference in flavour quality either. Still impressive but not really intensified.

Again, I wouldn’t suggest reducing airflow to anything beyond two thirds closed. That’s not the way to vape these mesh coils. This is a sub ohm set up where the coils crave too much power for a restrictive lung hit.

I found half open – half closed to be the best restriction for me, personally.

Vapour Production

Superb!

It won’t take long for a room to fill with vapour so opening a few windows may well be advised when using the Vaporesso Armour MAX kit!

Pros

• Solid, durable design that’s also aesthetically pleasing
• Locking a device has never been easier with the Uni-lock / fire button
• Power and ramp up time is up there with the best. It’s instant!
• Quality screen layout. Easy to view all relevant info and settings
• Easy to navigate menu options
• F(t) mode is amazing. Flavour quality and consistency has never been this good!
• Quick release battery door. Replace those batteries in seconds
• Option of using wider tank sizes with the Armour MAX Mod.

Cons

• Can be a juice guzzler but that’s subjective to power output, really
• Lack of protection around the USB charging port
• The Uni-lock slider feels a bit loose. Accidentally armed on a few occasions

Final Review Verdict

You’ll notice no review on temperature control.

Unfortunately it’s something I never used so can’t provide info on that but the other modes more than make up for this in my opinion anyway.

If you need a representation of how powerful the Armour MAX can be, check out its juice guzzling capabilities.

I got 86 puffs from the 2ml iTank 2. Says it all doesn’t it. But here’s the rub.

In terms of battery performance using two 18650’s. I don’t have the newest pair in the world and it’s always going to be subjective to power settings.

I got around 4 hours use from 60W output. The 2ml tank was refilled on numerous occasions and 262 puffs were registered on the LCD screen.

Each and every single vape was as flavoursome as the last. When airflow was wide open I really did feel the tank and Mod were working in an extremely balanced and uniform manner.

Delivering the goods consistently at all times. Performance wise, I simply couldn’t ask more from the set up.

I’d definitely recommended using the higher power settings for either GTi coil. With as much airflow as you can handle. That’s what they’re designed for.

Sometimes this can result in a more diluted flavour with some devices admittedly but that’s simply not the case with the Armour MAX and iTank 2.

A word of warning though!

Don’t let those E-liquid levels fall too low. I did and it resulted in a dry hit that wouldn’t budge even after re-filling the tank. Another indication of the power of this set up.

I recommend 70VG/30PG E-liquid ratios for the 0.4ohm coil and 80/20PG for the 0.2ohm alternative.

Neither coil will push the Armour MAX to its full potential but that’s the beauty of box Mods. You can always run RDA’s (Rebuildable Dripping Atomizers) with super low resistance DIY coils if that’s your thang.

Durability, consistency, reliability, accessibility and versatility. Big words for a Mod delivering big results. That’s the Vaporesso Armour MAX.

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Of course Vaporesso need no introduction for many vapers and their Gen range has a lot of fans. Previous models include the original Gen mod, Gen Nano, Gen X, Gen S, Gen 200 plus the Gen Fit starter kit and the Gen Air 40 and Gent PT80S pod kits.

I have not reviewed many Vaporesso kits and the ones I have are oldies – the Pod Stick, Revenger Mini and Switcher. So it will be great to get re-acquainted with the brand!

Thank you to Vape Club for sending the kit over for review, I will report back honestly on my findings of the device in my possession.

What To Expect From The Vaporesso Gen 80S iTank 2…

This is your standard Box Mod and Sub Ohm Tank kit. Some of the images below show the Gen 200 as they were released together, but have all the same components – apart from the 80S is a single battery versus the 200 dual battery.

When the original Gen 80S / Gen 200 were released, they included the first version of the iTank. Both kits have been updated to include the iTank 2 – which is what I will be reviewing.

Let’s look at the mod first…

The brain of the mod is the Axon chip, which has proved popular on many other Vaporesso mods.

The design of the mod is based on the coating of the Gen S to give more comfort and grip

Output wise this is specified as 5-80W with multiple user modes which we will discuss later.

You will need a single 18650 battery which is not included to provide the power. There is a USB Type C port with a 2A charge rate for emergency charging.

All of your vaping data is displayed on the 0.96in TFT screen.

The 510 connection on top of the mod has been upgraded, there were some complaints about previous Gen mods that the 510 plate would come loose.

For the iTank 2 a new range of coils have been introduced – the GTi platform.

These have been updated to include the Corex Heating Tech which you can read more about here – “How Corex Tech Is Improving Flavour“.

Many recent kits have had the Corex tech which includes the Morph Mesh coil structure to give longer coil life and increased flavour.

Plus the cotton wicking material has been upgraded to a microfibre structure which promises a greater surface area and better wicking.

The GTI range so far has 4 coil options…

• 0.15ohm Mesh (available separately)
• 0.2ohm Mesh (included in kit)
• 0.4ohm Mesh (included in kit)
• 0.5ohm Mesh (coming soon)

There are 2 capacity options for the iTank 2 – 8ml (standard) and 2ml for TPD regulated areas.

A press and slide top fill cap means filling is a breeze plus the tank base has an airflow control ring to adjust the air restriction to your preference.

There are 7 colours to choose from: Black, Blue, Silver, Brown, Neon Orange, Sky Blue and Neon Purple.

Kit Includes

• Vaporesso Gen 80S mod
• Vaporesso iTank 2
• GTi 0.2ohm Mesh Coil
• GTi 0.4ohm Mesh Coil
• Spare Glass
• O-rings
• Spare refilling Silicone gasket
• USB Type C cable
• User manual

Vaporesso Gen 80S Mod Specs

• Size: 140.5x34x25.5mm (including tank)
• Battery: 18650 (not included)
• Display: 0.96in TFT screen
• Output: 5-80W
• Type C USB charging – 2A charge rate
• Resistance range: 0.09-5ohm
• Axon chipset
• User modes: Variable Wattage, Smart, F(t), Pulse, VW Taste Modes, Variable Voltage and Bypass.

Vaporesso iTank 2 Specs

• Size: 30×59.8mm
• Capacity: 8ml (standard) / 2ml (TPD)
• Coils: GTi coil range
• Button / slide top fill
• Adjustable bottom airflow
• Corex heating tech
• 810 drip tip
• E-liquid recirculating system to prevent leaks and condensation

Vaporesso Gen 80S iTank 2 Design and Build Quality

I received the Sky Blue version with the 2ml tank capacity.

The instructions are decent, but slightly confusing as this does have so many modes and adjustments. There is a lot of information to take in and the User Interface is not as intuitive as other mods I have used.

I have tried to explain them simply in the Quick Start Guide section further in this review.

You can view the instruction manual online here, which I often do as you can zoom in to see smaller text easier!

I will say the USB cable is a bit poor – look how long it is… 19cm to be exact from the tip of each connector!

Vaporesso Gen 80S Mod

Looking first at the mod and it really is beautiful!

The body is a gradient of Blue in a matte metallic finish.

The front and sides of the mod are the main metal frame and the rear is a textured removable battery cover.

You will find the one side has the “Vaporesso” text etched in and the only other branding is on the mod base!

One side of the mod houses the workface…

Workface

This has the same finish as the rest of the mod apart from there is a Black plastic panel.

Above the panel is the circular 10mm diameter metal fire button. This has a record groove style texture and is super responsive.

Below the fire button is the Black plastic panel.

This houses the beautiful colour screen which is bright and clear to read. The actual display and theme colour will vary according to the user mode. I will discuss the screen in the “Quick Start Guide” section later on.

Underneath the screen are 3 small buttons, these are laid out vertically. The top button is the up or “+” button. The middle button is the mode button and the bottom button is the down or “-” button.

These are all very responsive but are very small without much of a gap between. So those of you with a chunkier finger might be pressing multiple buttons at once!

Finally the USB Type C port sits on the bottom of the workface. This connects perfectly with no issues. Also that means that you can charge the mod with it upright, which means less chance of leaks from the tank airflow if it were lying down.

Mod Base

There are 2 visible Black screw heads and they are surrounded by some engraving.

You will find the “Gen 80S” logo followed by the required legal logos and “Made in China”.

It stands up well on its base without the tank installed but installing the tank does make it slightly unstable as the tank is quite tall and heavy.

Battery Cover

As mentioned above this has a textured finish which according to Vaporesso has 3 coatings – including breathable Rubber, Metal Spray and Polycarbonate.

It does have a “Dimpled” texture which is nice to grip but not spongy Rubber as I was expecting.

This has the same metallic paint finish as the mod and is a “C” shape in profile.

It is secured by 2 magnets which match with corresponding magnets in the battery compartment.

A small cut-out on the side of the mod allows you to use a finger nail to prise the battery cover off. It is held on very firmly!

At the rear of the cover is an ingrained “V” for Vaporesso symbol.

I really prefer this style of battery access, as often the battery door on some mods can wear over time and become loose or not even shut correctly. Whereas this “C” frame design seems to stay functional.

Battery Compartment

This is made from Black plastic with the magnets at the top and bottom to secure the battery cover.

The bottom positive connector is spring loaded and does protrude a lot. Therefore when installing and removing the battery make sure to push against the positive connector to get the battery to fit easier.

There are clear markings for the positive (+) and negative (-) poles but it is only etched into the Black plastic. I would like to see these made more prominent by the addition of colour.

Above the battery connectors is the “Axon Chip” logo – this denotes that the Vaporesso Axon Chipset is installed in the device.

510 Connector

Vaporesso have upgraded this connector as there were many reports of it becoming loose on earlier Gen models, which can render the device useless.

In fact when Neash reviewed the original Gen Mod in 2019 the 510 connector was already wobbling after only a week of use.

For that reason I was very pleased to see that the 510 connection has been reinforced with the addition of 3 screws to keep it super secure.

The threading is perfectly smooth and the centre pin is spring loaded to make sure the best contact is maintained with the tank at all times.

I would say 25mm is the largest diameter tank you could use on here without overhang. However the width is officially 25.5mm but there is a slight chamfer on the edge of the mod.

Saying this, the included iTank 2 has roughly a 26mm diameter and does look great but there is a slight overhang.

Vaporesso iTank 2

This is a pretty basic looking sub ohm tank with some nice features.

It comprises of left to right (in the image below) – the removable drip tip, top cap, chimney section, inner glass (more about this later), tank glass, removable coil and tank bottom cap.

The metal body of my tank is in Silver – which I assume is Stainless Steel.

It has a standard 810 drip tip – the one with the O-rings on the drip tip. There are no O-rings inside the tank cap – so the “Goon” style 810 tips (no O-rings) will not be suitable. However I have plenty of 810 tips so I tried another on here and it fitted perfectly. Always useful in case you break or loose the drip tip. I don’t really think it will fall out though!

The top cap has some “Vaporesso” engraving on the top face and some chunks cut-out for grip.

To access the fill port there is a button on the top cap of the tank. This has an etched in arrow above it and a Red “-” mark on the button itself. Simply press this and the tank top will swing open.

The spring open action does mean there is a slight resistance when closing the tank top. You do have to push it and wait for it to fully click into the closed position.

The fill port is a kind of “smiley” shape which is around 10mm in total length and 3mm in width. It is topped with a gasket which you must push the e-liquid nozzle through in order to fill the tank. This gasket helps prevent e-liquid leaking back out of the fill port. You also get a spare gasket in the kit which is great.

I had no issues with the port at all and as you can see I was using a large Gorilla 120ml bottle!

The Chimney section has the iTank logo engraved on and what looks like a drip symbol.

I think the engraving looks classy and doesn’t look Garish.

Finally the bottom cap provides the airflow adjustment. The rotating airflow control ring opens / closes off 2 large slot airflow intakes. This has just enough resistance so that it will not adjust by itself yet is still easy to turn thanks to the cut out grip areas.

With the bottom cap removed you can access the coil. In the inside of the cap is the coil contact area which has a raised platform as the tank apparently recycles any condensation for re-atomisation.

On the bottom of the tank there is lots of engraving – here you will see “Design by Vaporesso”, “iTank 2”, Serial Number and the required legal logos.

The 510 connector has smooth threads and the centre pin protrudes around 1mm and there is a good gap between the thread and 510 pin which should keep them isolated.

Replace the Tank Glass / Capacity Reducer?!?

There seemed to be a bit of e-liquid on the outside of the tank after I filled it.

Upon close examination there looked to be a crack in the glass. No worries – there was a spare glass in the kit so I started to dismantle the tank to replace the glass.

To do this you remove the base of the tank by unscrewing.

You will need a small blade to separate the glass from the strong O-ring that secures it to the top cap.

The glass will then slide off the base of the tank.

What happened next really surprised me.

There was another internal glass!!

This inner glass had a seam, which when I run my thumb over it actually came apart! This was not glass but some kind of plastic and it was a 2 part construction!

I am thinking this internal tube reduced the capacity to 2ml! Confined the e-liquid into a smaller area?

When I had been filling the tank previously, it didn’t seem to be full – yet it was coming back out of the fill port! What had been happening is some of the e-liquid escaped from the inner tube to the outer tube and made it only look half full!

I was picking my brains as to whether this inner 2 piece tube section was vital to tank operation? It wasn’t used for sealing the outer glass and the coil was secured in the base – so I removed it.

Guess what – upon assembling – no leaks – in fact this was better than before I removed the inner tube assembly! So I think I have increased the tank capacity?

I used a syringe to check this out and yes I was right – the tank was now 3ml in capacity!

Quick Start Guide

The kit arrives with the tank separate from the mod. The 0.2ohm coil is already installed.

You will need to fill the tank and install the battery – which I will cover later in this section!

Basic Operation

• Power On/Off = press the fire button 5 times.
• Vaping = hold the fire button to vape
• Adjust output = use the + and – buttons.
• Battery indicator = the battery icon on the screen displays the amount of charge remaining.
• Battery indicator when charging = the battery indicator and charging time will be displayed on the screen. However it is recommended that you use an external charger.
• Airflow = rotate the airflow control ring at the base of the tank.
• Change user modes = press the Mode button and hold until the mode icon at the bottom of the screen flashes. Scroll using the + and – buttons and when the required mode is shown leave the mod alone and it will return to the home screen.
• Advanced settings / user modes = Press the mode button 3 times for advanced settings.
• Plus you can also select “Set” in the above menu to change device settings.
• Lock / Unlock = Press the fire button 3 times to lock / unlock the adjustment buttons.

Screen

The screen shows a lot of information – which I will explain…

• First at the top is the power level selected in Watts.
• The “S” or “V” symbol denotes whether “Smart” or “Variable Wattage” modes are selected. Smart mode automatically adjusts the output to the optimum level for the coil installed. Variable Wattage allows you to adjust the output yourself.
• The Lock icon appears when you lock the device.
• To the side of the lock icon is the “W” symbol to denote “Wattage” which is the output unit of measurement.
• Then you have the coil resistance followed by the “Ω” symbol which denotes the resistance unit of measurement – ohms.
• The output voltage will display when vaping (not in VWN mode). This is not the full battery voltage as this device is regulated to supply the power selected.
• Below this is the battery charge remaining icon.
• A puff counter and vaping time value is displayed below the battery icon.

User Modes

These are displayed at the bottom of the screen…

• “F(t)”  – a method of automatically adjusting the output temperature and heating speed versus time to deliver better flavour. This is made possible by a series of differing voltages applied in quick succession during each vape.
• “PUL” – Pulse mode – this is where the device pulses the voltage output every 0.02 seconds to improve the efficiency of the vape and keep a more stable output.
• “VWN” – Variable wattage / simple mode – this is the basic adjustable wattage output. There is less info displayed on the screen to stop things becoming too complicated.
• “DIY” – here is where you can choose more advanced adjustments such as Variable Wattage taste modes (H=Hard, N=Normal, S=Soft), Variable Voltage (VV) or Bypass (BP) (unregulated mode).
• “SET” – here you can select “DEFAULT” which resets the device to factory settings, “SMART VW” as explained below, “PUFF” – clear puff counter and “VERSION” to view the firmware version.
• “Smart VW” – the mod automatically selects the appropriate output to suit the coil resistance installed.

Protections

• Low Battery: When the battery voltage is below 3.3V it will not fire and will display “Low Battery”. Replace battery with a fully charged one. Or if unable to, then charge using the USB Type C port.
• Short circuit / coil low resistance: screen will display “Short Atomizer”. Clean all contacts and replace the coil.
• Low resistance: If the coil resistance is below 0.09ohm (also the same if a short circuit) the mod will stop the output and display “Low Resistance”. Clean all contacts and replace the coil.
• No atomiser: if the mod cannot pick up the coil resistance it will displays “Check Atomizer” and will not fire.
• High resistance: if the coil resistance is greater than 5ohm the device will not fire and will display “Check Atomizer”. Clean all contacts and replace the coil.
• Over time protection: If the fire button is held down for longer than 10 seconds the fire operation will stop and the screen will display “Over Time”. Continue vaping again.
• Overheat protection: If the temperature of the circuit board reaches 60-85° the screen will display “Over Heat” and the mod will not fire until it has cooled down.

How To Install The Battery

Make sure you are clued up on battery safety before using a device with removable batteries.

Do not use batteries when the outer wrap is damaged or torn. Also batteries which are swollen or dented are dangerous.

• Locate the small cut-out on the side of the mod and use a fingernail to lift off the battery compartment cover.
• The bottom connection is for the positive end of the battery and is spring loaded.
• When removing the battery pull out the negative (top) end slightly then push against the spring tension of the bottom connector to remove.
• Install the battery according to the polarity markings in the battery compartment (positive + is bottom connector and negative – is top connector – next to the “AXON Chip” logo).
• Replace the battery cover. You can attach this in 2 positions, but on the gradient finish devices it will only align in colour one way.

How To Fill the Tank

• Press the button with the Red “-” symbol on the top of the tank. The top cap will swing open.
• Insert your e-liquid bottle nozzle into the fill port to open the valve.
• Squeeze e-liquid into the tank.
• Swing the top cap back into position until it clicks.
• For the first fill or a new coil leave the tank to stand for 5-10 minutes for the coil to fully absorb e-liquid.

How To Change The Coil

• Unscrew the tank base.
• Pull out the existing coil. If there is a lot of resistance you might need to prise it from the base.
• Push a new coil in firmly.
• Replace the tank base.
• Fill the tank as covered above, leave to stand for 5-10 minutes to allow the coil to absorb e-liquid.

How Does the Vaporesso Gen 80S iTank 2 Perform?

This is designed for DTL (Direct To Lung) vaping, so the choice of e-liquid is important.

You will need e-liquid which has a higher proportion of VG to PG.

For instance MTL kits use 50/50 PG/VG ratios which is too thin for the coils and seals in here and could cause spitting and popping. Also the more PG, the more harsh the throat hit and at 50W + you really don’t need that.

So I would suggest a minimum of 70% VG in the e-liquid and a maximum of 10mg nicotine strength. Remember this is a high output device and strong nicotine will really be amplified by the extra power and heat.

Therefore my choice of e-liquid is the Ruthless e-juice Shortfill in Energy Drank flavour. This has a 70% VG / 30% PG ratio and I have not added any nicotine.

If any of these terms are over your head – have a read of our handy guides below!

• MTL V DTL V RDL – A Guide To Vape Styles
• VG and PG in E-liquid – all you need to know
• Beginners guide to E-liquid

0.2ohm GTI Coil

The suggested power limits for this coil are 60 to 75W.

I started at 60W and then continued to 65W which for me was absolutely perfect.

The flavour is incredible, I can taste the sweetness and even get a lovely sweet coating on my tongue after exhaling.

Not to mention the clouds of vapour – which took me by surprise as a mainly MTL vaper nowadays!

This really is a masterclass in coil technology!

I only used this on the very basic Variable Wattage setting and found the performance incredible.

I refilled this 4 times (249 puffs) but sadly when I was playing with Pulse mode I got a dry hit and after this the coil was burnt out. Totally my fault.

0.4ohm GTI Coil

The suggested power limits for this coil are 50 to 60W.

This is another super strong coil!

I found 55W to be where my preference lay – again with the airflow 50% open.

This is slightly less fierce than the 0.2ohm but still pumps out the flavour – absolutely delicious.

Sadly I either have a cold or Covid on the way (have been around people who subsequently have tested positive) and I can hardly taste anything so I had to quit reviewing at this moment in time. Hopefully I will be able to update further on the performance from this coil.

Airflow

I use a 1-10 rating system for the airflow – with 0 = fully closed and 10 = like breathing fresh air.

With the 0.2ohm coil and the airflow fully closed this rates around a 3 – but it is pretty much impossible to even get a vape in this setting. With the airflow fully open I would rate this around 9.5 – there is very little restriction at all. I generally used this in the half open position to give a restriction of around 6-7.

The airflow with the 0.4ohm coil starts at a 3 in the fully closed position but feels slightly more restricted at fully open – rating around 8.5.

Mod Performance

The mod performed perfectly no issues – just a few niggles though!

The menu system is a bit long winded and confusing, I miss the days of just one menu, whereas here even the mode has separate and sub menus.

When you are on the last few vapes before the battery conks out the output does drop dramatically. Which is pretty normal, but I would prefer the output to cut off a lot quicker than it does as the last few vapes are not very satisfying!

Also using this at higher output levels i.e. the 65W for the 0.2ohm coil does impact battery life. So I would probably suggest only using this kit for coils / tanks which do not require higher outputs. If you are a higher output vaper perhaps look into the dual battery Gen 200 version.

I felt the output was accurate and felt like 65W.

When you have all your settings correct it is a joy to use.

User Modes

I mainly used this in the very basic VW mode (no taste modes) to just get a general feeling of operation and performance.

I have to admit to not quite understanding some of the modes.

For instance with “Smart” mode selected, the 0.2ohm coil resulted in the mod setting itself to a default 40W. This is odd considering the operating range of the coil is 60-75W? Usually smart modes default the output to a figure in the range of the recommended power limits of the coil installed?

The same thing happened with the 0.4ohm coil – the power defaulted to 40W?

The vapour felt a lot stronger and hotter using the F(t) mode. There were a lot more clouds exhaled. The flavour still felt the same as with the standard Variable Wattage – I set the device to 65W with the 0.2ohm coil in both modes.

Switching to Pulse mode it dropped the output automatically. So I set it back to the 65W I was previously using. This did feel gentler than the F(t) mode but it felt very hot and I got a dry hit? Which was weird so I didn’t experiment any more with this. Sadly this experiment also burnt out the coil?

Playing with the Variable Wattage taste modes – again with the 0.2ohm coil and set to 65W – the soft mode was more subdued than the hard mode which you could feel had a bit more of a kick!

In Variable Voltage mode I set it to 3.5V as that was the output when I was using variable wattage and it felt great.

Bypass mode was way too harsh, sadly in this mode the output will be higher with a fully charged battery and will decrease as the battery drains – so it isn’t practical if you want a constant regulated output. It will vary throughout the battery life – which is not for me really. Plus it does risk burning out your coil when the battery is fully charged so I wouldn’t recommend it.

Leaks

After fixing the initial leak I encountered no more leaks at all.

The main issue was that the inner tank chamber was leaking between the chamber and outer glass making the tank look half full. However when you added more e-liquid it spewed out of the fill port and into the centre of the coil. Which resulted in a leak through the airflow inlets in the tank base.

Once this had cleared after removing the inner chamber this was leak free which made me very happy!

Battery Life

I would usually time how long / how many puffs I got per full battery charge.

Things are a bit different here as there are so many variants.

For instance the battery you choose is one variable, the output and setting you use is another and to top it all off how often and how long you vape for is another.

So as you can see this is pretty impossible to pin down an accurate timing.

What I will say is that considering the output and mode selected, the battery life is exactly what I would expect compared to past single battery mods I have used.

Pros

• Lovely looking kit
• I prefer the Silver tank, some kits use coloured tanks to match the mod which results in a garish coloured tank which doesn’t match any other devices, or a mismatch of shades. However the Silver tank looks classy and will match with any other mods.
• Has a great “C” frame styling to access the battery compartment, less chance of wear issues than a battery door system
• The flavour was incredible – 10/10!
• The device output felt accurate
• Plenty of user modes to play with
• Tank was easy to fill and push in coils were easy to change
• No leaks (after removing the tank reducer)

Cons

• The TPD tank reducer caused issues when filling and leaks. Once removed the tank was perfect.
• Mod output can drop significantly for the last few vapes – which often happens.
• Menu system is not that intuitive
• Single battery is not practical for prolonged use at outputs over 60W (which one of the included coils needed to be used at)

Vaporesso Gen 80S iTank 2 Final Review Verdict

Some of the marks on “Build quality” and “Design” were dropped due to the 2ml limit inner tank chamber. Once that was removed the tank performed perfectly. Sadly the 2ml limit is not the fault of Vaporesso but I do feel a better solution could have been found.

“Ease of use” was impacted by the menu system and confusing array of not well explained user modes.

What I cannot deny is the absolute quality of flavour the tank outputs, it was incredible and extremely delicious with the right e-liquid.

Also the mod was comfortable in the hand, looked stunning and the build quality was excellent.

After a bit of faffing this turned out to be a dream vape, if I was a DTL vaper I would however invest in the dual battery version as the 65W I used with the 0.2ohm coil did negatively impact battery life.

If you are happier at lower outputs up to 50W this is a worthwhile device indeed. But it would perhaps possibly benefit from being compatible with a 21700 battery for those using higher outputs. This isn’t helped by the fact the included 0.2ohm coil is rated 60-75W. Perhaps Vaporesso should include a different coil for use at 50W or below.

Not to mention if you are an MTL tank fan, pop your tank on here and at 20W the battery life will be excellent.

Let me know in the comments section below your thoughts on the Vaporesso Gen 80S and iTank 2 kit.

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So will this new Falcon spread its wings and become a Legend, as the name implies or only in the minds of its creators?

Have Horizon put flavour back into sub-ohm vaping with this tank?

Let’s find out!

HorizonTech (or simply “Horizon“) manufacturing and design plant is based in Shenzhen China. They have many years of experience in not only producing excellent flavour atomisers, but they also produce regulated and disposable devices!

The Horizon Falcon range includes – the Falcon, Falcon Mini, Falcon 2 and Falcon King.

I loved my original Falcon tank and still use it occasionally!

What to Expect From the Horizon Falcon Legend Tank?

Horizon has released this tank in 5 attractive colours, Stainless Steel (under review), Black, Gun Metal, Blue, and Rainbow.

The Falcon Legend is available in two sizes – 5ml (standard) is 28×54.8mm and 2ml (TPD) is 25.5×54.8mm.

Basically, the Legend is an industry-standard sub-ohm tank, albeit it’s got a bit of oomph to it!

It comes with a ¼ turn fill cap and bottom-to-top adjustable airflow.

Horizon has included their newest 2 new coils with the kit, the M6 and M8. Both these coils are 0.15Ω Mesh coils. They use Bamboo Fibre as a wicking material.

This TPD sample of the Falcon Legend was sent in for review by Horizon!

As always my thoughts and views are my own, after a considerable testing period.

Kit Contents

• Horizon Falcon Legend tank
• M8 0.15ohm coil (installed)
• M6 0.15ohm coil
• Spare O-rings
• Spare gasket
• Spare Glass
• User manual

Specifications

• Size : 28×54.8mm (standard) and 25.5×54.8mm (TPD)
• Capacity: standard 5ml, 3.5ml, (TPD PC tank) 2ml
• Coils: compatible with all Falcon M and F coils
• Top fill
• ¼ turn cap
• Triple-slotted bottom adjustable airflow

Horizon Falcon Legend Tank – Design and Build Quality

For me, the 2ml version of the Legend was a little disappointing. It came with a Polycarbonate dummy tank installed, which must be replaced before use! According to the literature, a replacement glass tube is sent with your purchase in a separate box!

No replacement was sent with mine and being a cheapskate, I refused to purchase one lol.

However, I did find a bubble glass in my collection that was the right fit for the tank!

Construction

The materials for the Falcon Legend include – Stainless Steel, Polycarbonate and Delrin. For the standard version 5ml and 3.5ml Pyrex tubes are supplied.

The kit includes a spare coil, a few O-rings and a user booklet.

I would say that the overall construction quality and design are good and have been executed well!

This tank will dismantle into 6 parts including the coil.

Starting At The Top

The Falcon Legend has a removable wide-bore 810 Delrin mouthpiece.

Top cap

This tank has a removable Stainless Steel top cap which has a ¼ turn design, making it simple to fill the tank with liquid.

The cap is embedded with an O-ring which stabilises the mouthpiece and has 3 knurled patterns around the edge to help with its removal.

Fill Ports

With the cap removed, you will see a black silicon gasket along with 2 kidney-shaped fill ports and the central chimney.

Looking at the rim of this part, you will notice a continuation of the knurled pattern and the chimney section.

Base Cup /Airflow

The base airflow consists of triple slots that are adjustable!

Above the airflow ring are the same 3 knurling patterns, which assist in the removal of the base/cup.

When unscrewed from the main tank section, you will see that the coil screws into the cup. The top of the coil acts as part of the chimney, it screws into the underside of the fill port section.

Looking into the connection cup you will see the reverse side of the 510 connection pin that touches the bottom of the coil.

All the standard, design and safety info has been printed on the bottom of the base cup and it has a threaded 510 post with a Gold-Plated connection pin.

The Falcon Legend has solid seals and all the threading has been well-turned!

Tank Tube

By unscrewing the base, you can easily remove the Polycarbonate dummy tank, which is installed on the 2ml version.

I swapped this dummy tank for a bubble Pyrex tube from my collection.

FYI, the width of the top, bottom and length of the glass tube all measure 20mm!

Stock Coils

The Falcon Legend is compatible with the complete F and M coil range!

This kit included 2 Bamboo Fibre wicked coils, which BTW taste great!

• M8 0.15Ω mesh, 65 to 70W (pre-installed)
• M6 0.15Ω mesh, 65 to 70W

The mesh in the M6 looks to be only slightly more coarse than that in the M8!

Both these new coils can be purchased in blister packs of 3.

Horizon Falcon Legend Tank – Quick Start Guide

Horizon Falcon Legend Preparation

Decide on which of the coils you want to use!

• Prime your coil with a few drops of e-liquid on all visible cotton
• Unscrew the base cup from the tank.
• Screw the coil into the base cup and then screw the cup back into the tank, at this point, I like to close the bottom airflow
• Remove the ¼ turn top cap and fill the Falcon Legend with e-liquid
• Replace the cap and screw the tank onto a suitable device. Before your 1^st firing please allow around 5-10 minutes for the cotton to soak up more liquid
• Open the bottom airflow and enjoy a great vape.

How Does the Horizon Falcon Legend Perform?

Today, I’ll pop the Falcon Legend on the Smok Mag-18 device. The tank has been pre-installed with the M8 0.15Ω mesh coil which I will be using.

I will also be using “Strawberry Yog” from E-Juice Warehouse for this example!

The Falcon Legend produces an abundance of vapour and flavour.

However, I’m not going to blow vapour at you and say everything is perfect with this atomiser – the main annoyance for me is the noise from airflow!

Flavour/Vapour

Starting with a conservative 35W for a few toots to help bed the coil in. I had the airflow almost closed, to prove to myself that the Legend can handle a somewhat loose cool RDL draw. The flavour by the way was excellent!

The Legend comes into its own as a DTL atomiser.

With the airflow open to its fullest, I was very impressed with this version of the Falcon! It produced a lot of vapour at 65W, much more than I was expecting! With a flavour for me, that was quite outstanding.

There wasn’t much in the way of a quality change at 70W, but the warmth of the vapour was very pleasant!

I don’t like to overwhelm any coil, but I felt I had to press on to 75, 80 then 85W.

The change was quite remarkable! While the flavour was still excellent, the heat of the vapour at 85W was much too much for me and my micro-lungs rebelled lol.

But saying that I did manage to fill my small office with vapour!

Coil longevity

With this particular coil (M8 0.15Ω), I am approaching 10 days of vape time at 60W and the coil is still going strong.

Airflow

As I said above the airflow is noisy – no, make that bloody noisy – especially with a fully open airflow.

This is the noisiest atomiser I’ve experienced for a very long time!

While I have not experienced any leaks from any part of the tank, the airflow does express a minor amount of condensation at times.

Dummy Tank

I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the 2ml Polycarbonate dummy tank – this tank comes installed with!

Where vaping is concerned I am very safety conscious!

So to make it clear, this is for those users with little or no experience with tanks/atomisers and also for those who don’t always read documentation!

Warning

The 2ml Polycarbonate tank must be removed and replaced before this atomizer is used for vaping!

Should the atomiser be used with the Polycarbonate tank in place, the plastic could quite well melt due to the heat of the coil at higher wattages!

As a side note for you all – I was encouraged to find that the Pyrex bubble glass which came with my Hellvape R Tank was a perfect fit!

Pros

• Good quality and design
• Very tasty flavour
• Excellent vapour production
• New range of coils

Cons

• Polycarbonate 2ml dummy tank
• Noisy airflow

Final Review Verdict

As I’ve said in the past, I’m not one for stock coil tanks – however, this is a good-looking, solid old-school style tank that lives up to the range name of Falcon, in its production of excellent flavour and vapour!

Truth be told, the only thing that puts me off replacing the tank should the need arise, is the 2ml Polycarbonate dummy tank! But having now replaced it for a Pyrex bubble tank, I have no big complaints with this atomiser!

Well maybe the noise from the airflow, but really that’s just a misdemeanour, as all sub-ohm tanks make some noise and I can live with it because the tank produces excellent vapour and great flavour.

I would say this tank was created for intermediate to experienced vapers.

Have you purchased the Horizon Falcon Legend?

Do you have any questions about it? Let us know in the comments below!

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This is a beautifully crafted 100W e-cig device and a recent addition to the established Smok Mag range of e-cigs.

The full kit comes complete with the new Smok T-Air Sub-Ohm tank!

Smoktech is part of Shenzhen IVPS Technology, which is better known as “Smok”.

They’re a China-based e-cigarette designer/manufacturer, which over the years have been quite prolific in production! Bringing us loads of impressive mod kits, atomisers and pod kits!

The Smok Mag range is designed to fit comfortably in the hand, within this excellent range of devices are the Mag, Mag Grip, Mag P3, Mag Baby, Mag-18 and Mag 40W Pod Kit.

What to Expect From The Smok Mag Solo Kit?

There are 17 colours to choose from in 2 different series…

Leather Series: Pink Gold, Purple Pink, Blue Green, Prism Rainbow, Matte Black, White Blue, Black Red, Carbon Fibre Splicing Leather, Grey Splicing Leather, Matte White, Blue Haze, Purple Haze, Nano Chrome and Cyan.

TPU (Faux Leather): Black Gun Metal, Gun Metal and Pale Green.

Two different tank sizes are available – Standard 5ml and EU/TPD 2ml.

This is the 6^th device to bear the range name – is it worthy of the Mag badge? Let’s find out!

A fast and comfy, modern-looking device, the Mag Solo utilises two different types of battery and can obtain up to 100W of power!

Smok has paired the device with the new Smok T-Air Subtank, which itself takes advantage of a new range of Mesh stock coils.

Smok sent us the standard 5ml version of the kit for review!

As always my thoughts and views are my own, after spending a considerable time testing.

Kit Contents

The full Kit can be purchased with the 5ml or EU 2ml tank.

Or as separate entities!

• Smok Mag Solo Mod
• Smok T-Air Subtank
• 2 x TA 0.4ohm coil
• Spare glass
• 18650 battery adaptor (battery not included)
• Type C USB cable
• User manual

Specifications

• Size: 95.2×43.6×32.2mm
• Battery: 1×18650 or 21700 (not included)
• Display: 0.96in colour TFT
• Output: 5-100W (1-6.5V)
• User modes: VW
• Type C USB charging – 1.5A charge rate
• Resistance range: 0.1-2.5ohm

Smok Mag Solo Kit Design and Build Quality

For this review, I will be only concentrating on the Mag Solo mod!

We do have a separate review for the T-Air Sub Ohm tank, please check it out.

Smok sent the Blue Haze design, which has a beautiful shiny metallic finish.

Smok Mag Solo Mod

This device is slim and sleek.

Smok says that it’s delicate, but I think it’s perfect for an all-day carry-around device!

The device materials include a Zinc Alloy chassis and soft-touch Faux Leather with a smoked plastic screen. The materials certainly don’t feel cheap to me!

Measuring 43.6mm in width and 95.2mm in height, the mod weighs in at 135g (without batteries). It is slightly on the weighty side but very comfortable to hold for long periods!

The shape of the mod somewhat mimics the grip of a hand weapon, when side on that is.

From The Top

The mod has a 510 connection with well-turned threading and a spring-loaded, Gold-Plated connection pin.

This device will take atomisers with a diameter of up to 32mm!

Leather Padding

Coloured soft Faux Leather padding has been added to the back of this mod, which serves as a soft cushion for your hand. The leather has stitching which gives the device a bit of individuality!

The Chassis

The device has been made of Zinc Alloy and has a metal cradle with advertising on one side saying “Smok”. The cradle surrounds the back and sides of the mod, this has been seen on other mods by different manufacturers!

The Faux Leather has been embossed with Mag Solo.

The Workface

This device has a 0.96” TFT smoked plastic screen, with 5 colour themes.

As expected the screen shows all the normal expected information.

While bright indoors, I found the screen was hard to read in direct sunlight!

Action Buttons

The mod has a rocker-type adjustment button along with a 1.5A USB Type C charge port on the workface.

Above the screen is a metal fire/action button, when pressed it has an excellent click!

Battery Housing

Operated by a simple pull-back catch, the door has been printed with all the typical information including design and legal logos.

The door has no movement when open and with batteries in it is stable with no battery rattle.

I did have to put a little pressure on the door to close it when installing a battery!

On the inside of the door, you will see that Smok has covered the whole door with a battery connection plate, which is made of Gold-Plated Stainless Steel.

Battery Compartment

This mod will run on an 18650 or a 21700 battery.

When new, the device will have the 18560 battery adaptor installed.

If you look into the battery compartment you will see a Red “+”, this is to aid battery orientation!

The compartment has also been lined with a plastic film, which helps to avoid battery short circuits due to damaged battery wraps.

The Smok Mag Solo has been designed well, with a high-quality manufacture. It’s a sleek and beautiful device that has been well-formed and it fits the hand with comfort!

Smok Mag Solo Quick Start Guide

Today I’m going to use the mod with its intended tank – the T-Air Subtank. I have installed one of the 0.4Ω mesh coils that came with the kit.

Later I put on an RTA to test the higher output of the device!

My liquid of choice is Mango Burst from E-Juice Warehouse.

Smok T-Air Sub Ohm Tank Prep

Please follow my guide for prepping the coil and filling the T-Air Subtank here.

Smok Mag Solo Mod – Basic Operation

• Insert a 18650 or 21700 battery into the device – following the battery orientation guide inside the mod
• The Mag Solo can be fast charged using the 1.5Amp type C charge port and cable.

However, I like to charge my batteries with an external charger, swapping them as needed

• 5 clicks of the fire button, will turn the device on and off

When you first turn on the device you will see the start-up screen which includes design info and firmware version!

Settings

• Use the adjustment bar to set your wattage
• Press the fire button 3 times to completely lock the device
• Disabling just the adjustment buttons – press both adjustment buttons together, and you will still be able to fire the mod
• Clear Puff Count – by pressing the fire and down buttons
• Press the fire button and the up button to switch between the mod screens 5 themed colours (Green, Yellow, Blue, Red and White)

This mod will fire between 5 and 100W.

The Mag Solo will auto-detect your atomiser and preset the wattage to match the coil resistance!

• Smok has included 6 protection functions such as Overheat protection, 8-second toot count and short circuit protection

How Does The Smok Mag Solo Perform?

I am very impressed by the elegance of this mod! To me, it’s almost a work of art and is well worth the price tag!

The Mag Solo has functioned well in the last few weeks I have been testing it.

It fires fast and is very comfortable in my hand!

Batteries

Using a 21700 battery in the mod is a no-brainer – it gave me almost a full day of vaping.

With a 18650 battery on the other hand, it lasted me a bit less than 3hrs. This of course is down to my vaping style!

T-Air Sub Ohm Tank

I have obtained a reasonable quality of cool vapour from this tank.

With the 0.4Ω coil installed, it has lasted me two weeks of daily vaping with a wattage range between 45-35W.

Of course, I have used the Mag Solo with other atomisers, like my Hellvape Dead Rabbit 3 RTA.

With this atomiser, I was able to test out chain vaping and the higher wattage capabilities of the Mag Solo.

Test Results

After a rapid chain vaping session, roughly for 5 minutes at 70W, the overheat protection kicked in, and the mod wouldn’t function until it cooled down!

I was able to hit the full 100W for a very hot flavoursome vape.

Pros

• Excellent Quality and Design
• Fast firing
• Adequate vapour production at 45W with the T-Air Subtank
• Very comfortable in the hand
• 21700 compatible

Cons

To be honest I couldn’t find anything really I disliked about the Smok Mag Solo.

The T-Air Sub Ohm Tank while giving adequate vapour was a little too cool for me with the 0.4Ω coil!

Final Review Verdict

Smok has been upping their game just lately with their mods. As you will be able to see from my SMOK Morph 3 review, I thought it was excellent, and now with the new Mag Solo!

This is a sleek well-designed and beautifully presented device which has the look and feel of quality to it!

The device performed extremely well with all my tests and has now entered into my daily rotation.

I would be proud to replace the mod, should the unthinkable happen!

My recommendation for this kit is that it’s suitable for those with intermediate to higher experience!

Have you purchased the Smok Mag Solo or even the full kit?

Do you have any questions about it? Let us know in the comments below!

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This new addition to the established Smok Morph range of e-cigarettes is a high-wattage device that runs on dual 18650 batteries.

Smok has paired the Morph 3 with the T-Air Tank sub-ohm tank. While pretty much a standard stock coil tank, it comes with a new range of coils and has top adjustable honeycomb airflow.

Smoktech is part of Shenzhen IVPS Technology, they are better known to us all as “Smok”.

Smok is a China-based e-cigarette designer/manufacturer, which over the years has been quite prolific in production. They have brought us loads of impressive mods, atomisers and pod kits!

Included in the Morph range are Morph 219 and Morph 2, also produced under the same banner name are a couple of Pod devices – the Morph 40 and Morph 80.

What to Expect From the Smok Morph 3 Kit?

Smok has released this kit with 14 colours available: Black, Cyan, White, Blue, Red, Orange, Carbon Fibre, Black Gunmetal, Blue Haze, Purple Haze, Prism Rainbow, Pink Gold, Purple Pink and Blue Green.

And 2 different tank sizes 5ml and TPD 2ml.

As a high-wattage 3^rd generation device the Smok Morph 3 mod can fire up to 230W.

It has 2 user modes, Power (variable wattage) and Temperature Control (TC) which allow the unit to fire a wide range of different wires!

The new T-Air Subtank takes advantage of the new TA Mesh stock coils range.

My sample of the Morph 3 Kit was sent directly from Smok for review!

As always my thoughts and views are my own, after a considerable testing of the kit.

Kit Contents

You can buy the mod and tank separately or together!

• Smok Morph 3 Mod
• T-Air Subtank
• 2 x TA 0.4ohm coil
• Spare glass
• Type C USB cable
• User manual

Specifications

• Size: 46×33.8x88mm
• Battery: 2×18650 (not included)
• Weight: 124g
• Display: 0.96in colour TFT
• Output: 5-230W (VW) / 10-230W (TC) / (1-8V)
• User modes: VW, TC (Ni, Ti, SS)
• Type C USB charging – 2A charge rate
• Resistance range: 0.1-2.5ohm (VW) / 0.05-2ohm (TC)
• Temperature limits : 200-600°F / 100-315°C
• Upgraded chipset

Smok Morph 3 Kit Design and Build Quality

For this review, I will only look at the Morph 3 device!

We do have a separate review for the T-Air Sub Ohm tank, please check it out.

Smok sent me the Cyan and Black design which has a gunmetal finish!

Included with my Morph 3 Kit

Is the standard size 5ml T-Air Subtank, x2 TA 0.4Ω coils, a spare 5ml glass, a few O-rings and a type C cable!

Smok Morph 3 Battery Case

This device has a boxy look to it! The mod in my opinion has a rugged but pleasingly sleek look to the eye.

The device material includes – a Zinc Alloy Chassis, Faux Leather and Smoked Plastic!

Measuring 46mm in width and 88mm in height, the device weighs in at 124g (without batteries). I can assure you while it’s a heavy mod it’s very comfortable to hold for long periods due to its leather padding.

The device is quick to fire and does so easily in either hand!

From the Top

The mod has a centre weighted 510 connection with threading that has been turned well. It has a spring-loaded, Gold-plated connection pin.

This device will take atomisers easily with a diameter of up to 33mm!

Leather Padding

A dual-coloured faux Leather padding has been added to the front, sides and most of the back, serving as a soft cushion in your hand.

The leather on mine has stitching separating the dual colours.

Back of the device

As you can see the back has a pattern cut into the metal chassis and it forms almost a bar effect. The metal has been embossed with “MORPH 3”, which has then been inlaid with a shiny foil!

The Workface

Incorporates a 0.96 inch colour TFT smoked plastic screen, that has been raised from the body. The screen is a little on the dark side and can’t be read well in direct sunlight.

As you would expect the screen shows all the normal expected information!

Action Buttons

The mod has a rocker-type adjustment button along with a 2 Amp USB Type C charge port on the workface.

On one side of the mod is a metal fire/action button, which does have a nice click when pressed!

Under the fire button, the Leather has been embossed with the advertising mark “Smok”.

Battery Housing

Operated by a simple pull-back switch, the door has been printed with all the normal information including design and safety info.

The door on mine feels a little loose when open, but with batteries in, it is stable with no battery rattle.

I did have to put quite a bit of pressure on the door to close it when I installed the batteries!

On the inside of the door has been printed with a White “+” and “–” serving as a battery orientation guide.

Battery Sled

Looking into the battery case, you will see a Blue minus and Red plus symbol and Gold-plated connection points.

The battery sled has been lined with plastic film to help avoid battery shorts!

The Smok Morph 3 has been designed well with great manufacturing quality, it’s sleek, rugged and well-formed.

It looks like it should cost more than the actual retail price!

Smok Morph 3 Quick Start Guide

Today I’m going to use the mod with its intended tank – the T-Air Sub Ohm tank. I have installed the 0.4Ω mesh coil that came with the kit.

And my liquid of choice is “Strawberry Yog” from E-Juice Warehouse.

Smok T-Air Sub Ohm Tank Prep

Please follow my guide for prepping the coil and filling the tank here.

Smok Morph 3 Mod – Basic Operation

• Insert your two 18650 batteries – following the battery orientation guide printed on the inside of the door
• The Morph 3 can be charged using the 2A type C charge port and cable. I like to charge my batteries on an external charger and leave the USB cable charging for emergency measures
• 5 clicks of the fire button will turn the device on and off
• Use the adjustment bar to set your wattage or temperature value

Menu settings

• Press the fire button x3 to enter the menu settings
• Use the adjustment bar to switch between – Power (VW)

And Temperature Control options (Ni, Ti and SS). Use the adjustment key to set the data adjustment for each wire setting

• Resistance Range adjustment
• Clear Puff Count via the menu or press the fire and down key
• The fire button and up key to switch between the screen themes 5 colours (Green, Purple, Red, Blue and White)
• Disabling the adjustment buttons – press both adjustment buttons together, you will however still be able to fire the mod

The output of this mod will vary depending on your mode and setting – firing between 5 and 230W in VW mode and up to 600f in TC mode.

BTW the Morph 3 will also auto-detect your atomiser and preset the wattage to that of your coil resistance!

How Does the Smok Morph 3 Perform?

Smok has said in the promotional literature that the chipset for this device has been updated – so far I am unable to find out further info on this!

However – it does have 8 protection modes available like low battery, short circuit and 8-second toot.

Vaping Action

Speaking purely as a standard TC/VW device, the Morph 3 has been golden for me in the few weeks I have been using it is fast to fire and comfortable in my hand. Whilst on the heavy side (not everyone’s cup of tea) I found it a pleasure to use!

T-Air Sub Ohm Tank

I have obtained a reasonable quality of cool vapour from this tank, the 0.4Ω coil that came with the kit has lasted me two weeks of constant use at 45/35W.

Of course, I have used the Morph 3 using other atomisers, my Hellvape Dead Rabbit 3 RTA at 75W and my Hellvape Dead Rabbit Pro RDA up to 100W.

With both these atomisers, I was able to test out the chain vaping capabilities of the Morph 3 – which I have to say was rather good!

Temp Control

While I don’t use temp control in my normal day-to-day vaping these days, I tested the TC functions using a pair of DIY 0.15Ω Stainless Steel flat wire coils.

I Set the Morph 3 for SS at 420f and 60W, the device functioned faultlessly with warm and tasty vapour!

Pros

• Very good quality and design
• Fast firing
• Adequate vapour production at 45W with the T-Air Subtank
• Comfortable in the hand
• Long dual battery life

Cons

• The weight of the mod might be a concern for some
• Closing the door with batteries installed needed pressure

Final Review Verdict

Now I don’t say this often about Smok products, but this is a sleek well-designed mod that has the look and feel of quality to it!

The device performed admirably with all my tests.

Taking into account the size and weight of the Morph 3, I would recommend this kit to those that like a heavy device with intermediate or higher experience.

Have you purchased the Smok Morph 3 or the full kit?

Do you have any questions or comments about it? Let us know in the comments below!

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The T-Air Tank is a standard sub-ohm stock coil tank!

Comparing it to some of Smok’s other tank ranges it is completely leak free and has top honeycomb airflow and comes with a new set of stock coils.

Smoktech is part of Shenzhen IVPS Technology, better known as “Smok”. They are a China-based e-cigarette designer/manufacturer that over the years has brought us a very impressive range of kits and atomisers!

I remember my first Smok TFV tank it was called the TFV4 Micro Tank it was released with the R80 kit. After that things sort of snowballed and Smok mostly named their successive TFV tanks by number right up to TFV18XL which I showcased with the Smok Mag-18 230W kit and the TFV18 Mini with the Smok G-Priv 4 kit.

What to Expect From the Smok T-Air SubTank?

Smok has released this tank in 13 colours, with glass sizes 5ml and 2ml – Matte Black Plating, Stainless Steel, Gun Metal, Gold, Red, 7-colour, Blue, Blue Haze, Purple Haze, Pale Green, Cyan, Pale Pink and Pale Blue..

The T-Air sub ohm tank comes in two sizes 5ml (standard) is 32×51.7mm and 2ml (TPD) is 26.6×51.7.

It heralds a top honeycomb airflow and a ¼ turn fill cap.

It takes advantage of a new set of “plug n play” stock coils – 0.2ohm 2in1 mesh, 0.4ohm mesh and 0.15ohm dual mesh coil.

This sample of the T-Air sub ohm tank was sent as part of the Morph 3 Kit, from Smok!

As always my thoughts and views are my own, after a considerable testing period.

Kit Contents

• Smok T-Air SubTank
• 2x TA 0.4Ω mesh coils
• Spare glass
• O-rings baggy
• User manual

Specifications

• Size: 32×51.7mm (5ml) / 26.6×51.7mm (2ml)
• Capacity: 5ml (standard) / 2ml (TPD)
• Coil: TA Series coils
• Quarter turn top fill cap
• Top adjustable dual honeycomb inlet airflow
• Replaceable 810 drip tip

Smok T-Air SubTank Design and Build Quality

Before I start this review in earnest, this tank came to me as part of the Morph 3 kit and as this is such a new tank to market we thought our readers would appreciate a standalone review for it!

Included with my tank were x2 TA 0.4Ω coils, a spare 5ml glass, and a few O-rings!

The construction materials for this tank include – Stainless Steel, Pyrex Glass and Delrin. I would say that the overall construction quality and design for this tank have been executed well!

The T-Air SubTank dismantles into 7 parts.

Starting at the top

The new T-Air SubTank has an 810 Delrin mouthpiece.

Fill cap

The removable stainless steel fill cap has a ¼ turn, which makes it very easy to fill the tank. The cap has an embedded O-ring to stabilise the mouthpiece and has a corrugated pattern around the edge to help with removal.

Main tank section

The main tank section is one piece.

It incorporates the fill ports which include 2 slots and an embedded Silicon stopper for leak protection, airflow and space for the coil.

Moving down

You will see the removable top airflow ring has 16 honeycombed holes on each side of the ring. Under this ring, you will note two standard wide airflow slots and a thin O-ring.

Thicker O-rings are placed above the internal airflow and at the base for the glass to sit on. Each side is printed with “T-Air” and the internal AF runs down each side of this main section!

Looking into the bottom of this section you will see 2 long but thin internal airflow slots and the space for a coil.

The “plug-n-play” coil is pushed into this space and then covered by screwing the 510 connection cup in place!

Connection Base Cup

Printed in white on the bottom of the cup is all the standard design and safety info.

The 510 connection threading has been turned well, and while the Gold-Plated pin is not adjustable it does protrude a little!

Looking into the connection cup you will see the reverse side of the connection pin which has been flattened and includes 2 projections that contact the base of the coil.

The outside of the base cup has the same corrugated pattern as the ¼ turn fill cap.

Pyrex Glass Tank

When the 510 connection cup is removed you can slide off and change the Pyrex glass tank!

My standard version of the tank came with a 5ml bubble glass installed and a spare 5ml bubble glass in the box. The TPD version of this tank will have a 2ml glass installed.

Stock Coils

The T-Air SubTank is compatible with the new TA series coils, mine came with:

• 2x TA 0.4Ω mesh coils, 20 to 45W (best at 40W)

The other coils available (for separate purchase) in this range are:

• TA 0.2Ω 2in1 mesh, 50 to 70W (best at 65W)
• TA 0.15Ω dual mesh, 40 to 60W (best at 55W)

Airflow

Rather like most of the Smok TFV atomisers, with the top airflow in the fully open position, the T-air tank can be a very airy draw!

Smok T-Air SubTank Quick Start Guide

Today I’m going to use this tank on the Smok Morph 3 device, installed with one of the two 0.4Ω mesh coils.

My liquid of choice this time is Strawberry Yog from E-Juice Warehouse.

Smok T-Air SubTank Prep

Install one of the coils that came with the tank

• Unscrew the base connection cap
• Prime your coil with a few drops of e-liquid on all visible cotton
• Push the coil into the tank and replace the connection base cup
• Remove the ¼ turn top cap and fill the T-Air tank with e-liquid
• Replace the cap and screw the tank onto a suitable device, don’t fire the device for around 5 minutes so the coil can soak up more liquid!

How Does the Smok T-Air SubTank Perform?

Curiously this 0.4Ω mesh coil is rated at 20 to 45W!

At first, I felt that for a Smok tank, this was quite a low wattage, considering the Morph 3 device it came with can fire up to 230W!

Flavour/Vapour

I started at 25W for a few toots with the airflow almost closed just to bed the coil in, I then took the wattage to 45W in 1W increments with the airflow to about a ¼ open. I felt this gave me an adequate amount of clouds.

With this wattage the vape was on the cool side, the flavour was fairly good. I could taste the Strawberry quite strongly!

The 0.4Ω coil has lasted me nearly two weeks.

At present, I am halfway through the second week. Whilst the vape production is still good, I have however had to drop back the wattage to 35W as the flavour seemed to peter out somewhat. This tells me that I will soon need to change the stock coil!

Airflow

The draw I have been getting from this tank is fairly smooth, although I will admit that when the airflow is opened to its fullest, it is a very airy draw.

I personally like a little restriction to my draw so have been setting the AF ring to a ¼ open.

Liquid Consumption

Like most Smok Tanks this one does plough through E-liquid at a fair clip, and can devastate a full 100ml bottle in a couple of days of constant use!

Testing

The coils supplied with my tank are more for conventional vaping 1 puff at a time. They don’t do well with chain vaping, although I expect the other coils in the range will do better.

In addition to testing the T-Air on its intended device the Smok Morph 3, I have used it on my Geekvape L200 Classic, and my Ehpro Cold Steel 100.

Pros

• Good quality and design
• Tasty flavour
• Adequate vapour production at 45W
• Honeycombed airflow
• New range of coils

Cons

The only thing I picked up with my tank was the supplied coils being 45W maximum wattage, which I felt was a bit low for the device it came with!

Final Review Verdict

A nice looking tank that fulfils being a mid to low wattage Sub Ohm tank.

As I’ve said in the past I’m not one for stock tanks however the Smok T-Air SubTank functions as described in the promotional literature.

This tank was created for all levels of vapers.

Truth be told, I didn’t find anything majorly wrong with this tank. I might have bought this one to use as an out-and-about tank, but already having many similar tanks, I can’t see myself replacing it should the unthinkable happen!

Have you purchased the Smok T-Air SubTank?

Do you have any questions about it? Let us know in the comments below!

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The Drag is Voopoo’s most revered symbol.

Created for major cloudage it’s undergone some serious changes along the way with Metal, Leather and Wood effect materials giving dramatic and aesthetically pleasing devices.

The original Drag 157 (I still have mine!) was designed for use with sub ohm tanks. If memory serves me it was a standalone Box Mod. It’s testament to the popularity – you can still pick it up today, years after initial release.

When pod kits hit the big time, Voopoo adapted accordingly and with devices such as the Drag H80S & Drag E60 we saw the series take a radically different approach to design.

We also saw those incredible PnP mesh coils for the first time.

The ever popular GENE chip also evolved and adapted along the way. It’s as synonymous with Voopoo as the Drag itself is.

With the designs of current vape devices it really does feel like we’re ushering in a new generation.

The Drag M100S is the latest.

Can you believe it’s the 28th device in the series?

Please note: We’ve already paid close attention to the included sub ohm tank in two previous reviews. As a standalone product with the Voopoo UFORCE L tank review as well as in the Voopoo DRAG 4 review.

Head over to either of those reviews for more detailed thoughts and opinion.

Today I’ll be concentrating on what the Mod has to offer and of course checking how the included coils respond for flavour and vapour production.

What Can We Expect From the Voopoo DRAG M100S Mod?

We’re basically getting the same operational features as the Drag 4. Whereas the Drag 4 used dual 18650 batteries the Drag M100S uses either a single 18650 (with the supplied adaptor) or a 21700 battery.

The Drag 4 was a more powerful beast with 177W output and the Drag M100S is capable of 100W.

When it comes to aesthetics it’s a completely different vape story. Being a single battery device there’s no need for the traditional classic box design. Instead we get a much slimmer, tubular style Mod that fits perfectly in the hand.

And boy is that design a little bit special!

So as I’ve already alluded to, functionality remains the same as the Drag 4.

The GENE TT2.0 chipset returns with Smart, RBA (Variable Wattage) and ECO modes as well as an upgraded temperature control mode. The latter being something particularly important to Voopoo since they’ve accurately identified the four most popular wire types used by DIY vapers.

The independent dynamic toggle switch has made its way over too, preventing the device from accidentally firing when in a purse or pocket. Always a great feature.

It can be also be programmed to simply lock wattage while vaping or used as a fast way to turn the device on or off.

In fact the screen size and layout is the same as the Drag 4 – that does include the five digit puff counter in case you were wondering.

I’ve been provided with the TPD version of the Drag M100S kit. It includes the 2ml capacity UForce L tank. There’s also a standard / US version which includes a 5.5ml tank.

You can pick the device up in six colours. Silver/Black, Red/Black, Cyan/Blue and Pearl White make up the matte series and Black/Dark wood and Antique Brass/Padauk for the wood finish variations.

What’s In the Box?

• Voopoo Drag M100S device
• UForce L tank (2ml)
• PnP TW15 (0.15ohm) mesh coil
• PnP TW20 (0.20ohm) mesh coil
• Spare glass tube
• 18650 battery adaptor
• Silicon rubber pack
• Type C USB charging cable
• User manual
• Safety card

Specifications

Drag M100S Mod

• Dimensions: 90 x 36 x 30mm
• Material: Curved Zinc Alloy + Padauk / Dark wood
• Output: 5 – 100W
• Output voltage: Max 8V
• Resistance range: 0.05 – 3.0ohm
• Charging voltage: Type C 5V / 2.5A
• Battery: Single 18650 / 21700 (not included)

UForce L Tank

• Dimensions: 58 x 25.5mm
• Material: Stainless steel / Pyrex glass
• Capacity: 2ml / 5.5ml
• Airflow: Top adjustable airflow
• Filling: Quarter turn top fill
• Coils: Compatible with all PnP coils
• Drip tip: Delrin 810 removable
• Connection: Gold plated 510 threaded
• 510 heat sink base design

Design and Build Quality

This one’s a bit special!

It’s taken an 800° Celsius Hot Forging process and eight different “Nanometre Scale” polishing processes to get where we are with the aesthetics of the Drag M100S Mod.

Now I don’t really know what any of that means but here’s my translation. It’s a sleek, sexy looking bugger and I don’t think I’ve reviewed a device so elegantly designed.

I don’t think any of the pictures I put here will do it real justice. One thing’s for sure it’s not the Silver/Black version as stated on the sample packaging. Neither does it resemble Cyan/Blue – it’s more of an ice Blue.

So I’m a bit confused.com over that one.

Whatever the case, it’s an absolute joy to behold. The main tubular shell exudes polished Silver panels that range from dark to light, creating a spectrum of colour tones very pleasing to the eye.

The front panel appears to be a mix of Silver and Ice Blue depending on how the light catches it. Groovy, baby!

A harmonious collection of colours. That’s my take on the appearance.

So free from the constraints of dual battery use, the Voopoo Drag M100S becomes a very comfortable device to hold. The fire button, adjustment buttons and toggle switch are all easily accessible although the polished finish does reduce some of the grip.

The Gold plated 510 pin is spring loaded and tank sizes of up to 26mm should be compatible without overhang. The plate also sits nice and flush so don’t expect any nasty gaps between tank and Mod.

The layout on the front panel is identical to that of the Drag 4 with one exception. The dynamic manual locking toggle switch is now below the two adjustment buttons.

All buttons are as clicky and responsive but the display on the Drag 4 is much brighter than the M100S.

A decently recessed USB charging port sits below the buttons and you’ll have no issues charging the Mod in a vertical position.

That’s not something I would personally recommend, though. A dedicated external charger is always the best way to top up those batteries.

On the subject of batteries, we get a choice – either 18650 or 21700. Voopoo have provided an adaptor should you decide to go with 18650’s. Just remember you’ll get more clout and longevity out of a 21700.

Inserting a battery couldn’t get much easier and it looks like Voopoo have gone all out with their spring loaded door.

Using a finger nail, push forwards in the direction of the arrow to open the spring loaded battery door. Once the battery is inserted (follow the polarity markings inside the mod and  battery door) you can just snap it back into place.

Quick Start Guide

How To Use the Voopoo DRAG M100S Mod

It’s the usual five clicks of the fire button to turn the device on or off, but there’s also another way with the Drag M100S Mod. We’ll get onto that shortly.

Use the up and down buttons to make adjustments whilst in any mode.

To access the menu screen press and hold the up and down adjustment buttons together.  From here you can select any of the following with a single press of the fire button.

Mode – Choose from Smart, RBA, ECO or temperature control mode

Smart mode automatically detects the best setting for the coil. You won’t be able to adjust wattage outside of its parameters.

RBA mode basically mimics standard variable wattage mode. You’ve free reign to adjust between 5 – 100W.

ECO mode works efficiently with the GENE TT2.0 chip to stabilise power as the battery drains. This means you’ll get more vaping time from your battery.

Temperature control mode is there for the DIY’er. Nichrome, Stainless Steel and Titanium wire types are all catered for.

While on the menu screen you can also reset the puff counter, change the colour scheme of the display (Classic, Green, Pink, Purple or yellow) or discover your chip ID and level code.

Dynamic Switch Toggle

This is where things get interesting, demonstrating the versatility of the GENE TT2.0 chip.

Inside the menu screen there’s also an option to adjust the functionality of the toggle switch. Select it and you can decide how it reacts when used.

You can choose to have it lock (or unlock) the device. When locked, the device will not respond to any button presses. It can be used to turn the device on or off (very convenient option) or simply lock the wattage while you continue to vape.

Interestingly, the manual makes mention of a ‘display time’ setting. It doesn’t actually feature in the menu settings. Since it takes 30 seconds to time out this would have been a useful option, maybe even sparing valuable battery life too.

Safety Features & A Word On Battery Use

The Voopoo Drag M100S is protected against numerous safety issues that may arise during use.

On each occasion the screen will alert on the current issue. All of the above can be avoided with due care and consideration of the product.

I’d also like to take a moment to remind you about battery safety. If your battery wrap is torn or peeling, please replace it before using with the product. If damaged, discard of in a responsible way.

And never, ever place batteries in a trouser pocket, purse or bag unless inside a dedicated container.

How Does the Voopoo DRAG M100S Perform?

For a more detailed look at how the Voopoo UForce L tank performs check out our review here.

What I’ll do here is give a brief run down of how the tank and mesh PnP coils respond to the new Drag M100S Mod.

PnP TW20 0.2ohm Mesh Coil (40-55W)

I used Doozy Temptations Strawberry Milk to test the coil. It’s a 70VG/30PG juice ratio with 3mg freebase nicotine applied.

The Mod was already set to Smart mode, determining the best power setting for the coil as being 50W. So that’s what I went with.

The Drag M100S delivers power instantly to the coil. There’s no ramp up period and it really does feel as though 50W is being pushed straight out, and constantly too.

Even though the voltage reads around 3.4V the flavour and vapour production from the PnP mesh coil is insane! These are thick clouds, full of density and plumes.

The milky notes of the E-liquid project themselves nicely on the exhale and the Strawberries taste clean and fresh.

You’re not going to get too much in the way of warmth with these coil parameters but for fruity, Menthol and Icy vapes it more than delivers the goods

PnP TW15 0.15ohm Mesh Coil (55-70W)

This time I used Doozy Temptations Muffin Delight. Another 70VG/30PG blend with 3mg freebase nicotine included.

In Smart mode and running at 80W (as suggested by the GENE chip – even though it falls outside recommended coil parameters) there’s clearly a difference in performance.

I’d have to say there’s a touch more concentration to the flavour and slightly more warmth generated during inhale. It’s still running at a conservative 3.4V but the bakery and Cinnamon notes absolutely pop along.

Vapour production is once again crazy and wild yet incredibly satisfying – you’ll be filling a room in no time at all.

It also doesn’t take long to get through a 2ml tank. Mine lasted for around half an hour before needing a top up.

A great coil to use for bakery, pastry, spicy and dessert based flavours!

The PnP mesh coils are perfectly suited to the Drag M100S Mod. And with this particular coil you are getting the chance to push its capabilities to the max, especially if using a single 18650 battery.

Pros

• Superb ramp up time with the PnP mesh coils
• Power is instant and remains consistent throughout use
• Smart mode works a treat and useful for the newer vaper
• ECO mode does improve battery life
• Comfortable in the hand and aesthetically pleasing
• Easy to navigate menu screens
• Dynamic switch is a useful function – you’ll use it more often than you think

Cons

• Not the brightest of screens so difficult to view in direct sunlight
• Fire button has a habit of falling asleep if left for periods of time

Final Review Verdict

ECO mode will instantly drop voltage output to the coils, regardless of wattage setting. And you will notice a slight difference to the vape as a result. The vapour quality is still insane but flavour does dip slightly.

I guess that’s the price you pay for extended battery life.

I was quite happy using Smart mode, safe in the knowledge I wasn’t placing excessive demands on whichever coil was installed.

As expected from any GENE chip the Drag M100S is very trigger happy. Power to the fire button is instantaneous. Power that delivers consistently throughout each vape. The performance from the battery seems to be incredibly stable.

What we’re essentially getting of course is the same tech as found in the DRAG4.

The hinged battery door has had an improved and updated design. Ease of use springs to mind.

The dynamic switch, while not new to the series is still a great idea. Being able to program its functionality using the GENE TT2.0 chip just adds to the appeal.

Aesthetically the Drag M100S is one of the best looking Mods I’ve come across in a long time. There are areas where it’s prone to finger prints but the scale polishing process looks capable of withstanding a few knocks and scratches.

The included mesh PnP coils are ideally suited to the power capabilities of the Mod too. That much was evident by the performance quality of both.

To conclude, the Drag M100S is a great device. Yes, it retains all the features of the Drag 4 and the GENE TT2.0 chipset. Yes, it doesn’t really bring anything new to the vaping table either, but if you value flavour and vapour production over additional power the device is more than worthy of consideration.

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