Voopoo Drag S / Drag X Review
As soon as I saw Voopoo release their latest product, I just had to get my hands on it. I was a big fan of the Voopoo Vinci, and was really looking forward to what they might not only improve on, but what they would come up with in a newly released device.
Voopoo are leading the charge at the moment in my opinion, blazing back onto the scene with their variable wattage, larger Pod Mods, catering to not only those whom might want things a little less complicated, but those who also want to retain those higher wattage levels, and the flavour chasers among us.
Let’s take a look at the Voopoo Drag S and Drag X Pod Mods!
These devices were sent through to me directly from Voopoo, for the purposes of this review.
Specifications and Features
- Dimensions:
- DRAG S (87 mm x 33 mm x 28 mm)
- DRAG X (95 mm x 32.5 mm x 28 mm)
- Material: Alloy and leather
- Output power:
- DRAG S (5-60 watts)
- DRAG X (5-80 watts)
- Output voltage: 3.2-4.2 volts
- Resistance: 0.1-3.0 ohms
- Battery:
- DRAG S (2600 mAh internal)
- DRAG X (single 18650)
- Pod capacity: 4.5 mL
- Tank Material: PCTG
Product Includes:
- 1 x Device
- 1 x PnP pod
- 2 x Coils
- DRAG S: 0.2 ohm and 0.3 ohm
- DRAG X: 0.15 ohm and 0.3 ohm
- 1 x Type-C cable
- 1 x User manual
Drag S Gallery
Drag X Gallery
First Impression
These two devices share an identical look, both built as larger Pod Mods, but most importantly, able to share the same pods and coils. In fact, even if you look closely, the only real physical difference between the two is the height, otherwise they are identical.
I have to say, the design of these devices is simply stunning, from the smooth steel surface of the main body to the masculine leather grip, the Drag S & X are in a league of their own.
Hand feel is fantastic, and they’re really ergonomic, adopting a rounder shape than the Vinci, sitting in the hand comfortably with all of the controls easily accessible.
The redesigned, “snap on” pods, are remarkable, suitable for all of Voopoo’s PnP range of coils, and sporting powerful magnets that hold them in place, an easy to lift silicone plug for the fill port, and the unique “spinnable” Pod connection to the mod make these PODs a truly trailblazing design.
The differences
Drag S
Dimensions:
87 mm x 33 mm x 28 mm
Output :
5-60 watts
Battery:
2600 mAh internal
Coils:
Comes with the VM5 coil
Drag X
Dimensions:
95 mm x 32.5 mm x 28 mm
Output :
5-80 watts
Battery:
External single 18650
Coils:
Comes with the VM6 coil
The Main Body
The main body is made of alloy, with various colours and types of leather inserts in the heel. These two combined give the device quite a masculine look. The ‘X’ is slightly taller than the ‘S’ due to the removable battery, but otherwise they are physically the same.
From the top down, you’ve got the inset connection, where your round Pod tank snaps down with strong magnets, due to the circular connection that Voopoo have designed, the PODs can be placed in any direction, not requiring you to line them up or get them in the correct way, you just clip them in an off you go!
Below the POD is the airflow control. This is a new and very welcomed feature on the Drag range, the previous Vinci POD Mod system didnt have a granular airflow control, instead opting to only give you two choices which depended on which way you inserted the pod. This new airflow design, offers you a small ‘joystick’ that you slide back and forth, to find the perfect airflow for you. Not only that, but this slider opens airflow on both sides of the device, so you can get quite an open draw from it too.
Next you have your typical fire button, screen and option buttons, all placement is designed around the proprietary Gene AI chip with a large round fire button, and two smaller option buttons below the screen.
The screen is quite large and bright, with a colour display. Voopoo have done a great job on this making sure it’s not only bright enough to see in direct sunlight, but to compact all of the information that they do into the space.
Below the controls, you’ll find a USB Type-C port. Yep you heard it, USB Type-C. This port is for both, fast-charging and connecting to your PC for updates. Big kudos to Voopoo for being one of a few companies to start using the new USB standard!
The POD
This part, I’m really excited about. I don’t remember ever seeing something like this before, and consider it quite a forward thinking design. A round POD tank, that sits on a ring connector, allowing the POD to spin around. There’s no need to worry about putting the pod in the correct way, because every way is the correct way here. You can even spin the POD while it’s on the device.
Made from PCTG, the Pod carries a whopping 4.5ml of eliquid and is tinted, yet quite easy to see through, so that you can always see your liquid levels.
With the huge size and ability to see your levels, you’ll be filling less often, and with less concern about getting down to the bottom of your pod.
I’ve noticed that there is no real seam between the POD halves either which is great, that is often a point of seepage or leakage in many other poorly constructed PODs. Voopoo mention that these PODs are somehow fused together, which shows that they are paying attention to vapers, and have found a way to make sure their pods do not leak unnecessarily.
Being round, the POD tank drip tip is also round, no duck bills here!
It is built into the POD however, so there’s little room for customisation, that’s a little bit of a lost opportunity, but the shape of the mouth piece is still quite pleasant and doesn’t seem to accumulate any lip gunk, or need cleaning at all.
Your PnP coil, simply pushes into the base, which is a no-brainer, and with the range of options available in the PnP coil range, you’re bound to find something you like.
You’ll also find a generously large fill port at the base of the POD covered by a silicone plug, it’s really easy to lift, fill and go. A simple design done right.
Coils
I probably don’t really need to go into the coils too much here, as the Drag/s/x take Voopoo PnP coils, which I’ve looked at before. This range of coils is pretty large, and as said before, you’re bound to find one that suits your vaping style. Flavour is fantastic, and there is minimal seepage from them.
Both the Drag S and X do come with slightly different coil choices in the package both share the 0.3 ohm mesh coil, which has become quite popular among vapers. Both also come with differing but similar new coils released by Voopoo, the VM5(0.2ohm) and VM6(0.15ohm).
These new coils were designed for higher wattage vaping with large airflow, so are predominantly DTL coils. The Drag S ships with the VM5 and the Drag X ships with the VM5, understandably due to the ability for the Drag X to fire to a higher wattage.
Airflow
The airflow is fantastic, you can adjust it from quite a restricted DTL flow right through to an almost completely open draw.
Adjusted using the small joystick below the POD in the main body, you can slide your airflow to suit any vaping style, EXCEPT, I have found that you cannot get a very tight MTL airflow using the airflow alone.
Using a MTL coil from the Voopoo PnP range however is likely to get you a little more restriction in that airflow if you so need it.
Auto-draw
The Drag S comes with an Auto-draw mode, you can of course switch between using the button instead, as well as both at the same time by clicking the fire button 3 times.
The auto draw is quick to fire, and I find very responsive.
The screen
Voopoo’s screen for the Drag series is very nice, it’s a colour display, with everything you might need on it, and more!
You’ve got your typical wattage display, battery bar, resistance, voltage fired, puff counter, and puff timing. Along with these necessary items, Voopoo have also added an award system. I’m not quite sure how it works, and not quite sure if it’s needed, but it’s an extra gimmick for users to visualise as they use the device.
The screen is of a nice size, and is bright enough to see even in direct sunlight with a nice contrast to it, which is fantastic.
Battery
The battery is where to two devices differ once more. The “S” shipping with an internal battery while the “X” offers a battery flap at the bottom of the mod to accommodate a single 18650.
The 2600mah internal battery in the “S” is plenty to keep you vaping for quite a while, obviously if you are running at a full 60Watts this might only last 3 or 4 hours, but using a higher resistance coil and running around 30Watts will give you a full day without having to recharge.
Recharging is quite fast anyway, due to the USB Type-C fast charge port.
Giving vapers the option of using an external battery with the “X” is warmly welcomed, and Voopoo have made swapping the battery out as painless as possible. There is a slide flap at the bottom that you simply slide across and allow the door to spring open, to access the battery, closing it up is just as simple. This door seems quite well built, and should withstand a lot of use.
It may loosen up a little over time, but I can’t see it failing or any of the hinges breaking in a hurry.
Filling
I didn’t really need to put this section in here, but wanted to show off the fill port, for anyone interested. It’s found on the bottom of the POD, and covered by a silicone plug. It’s a decent size, oblong in shape, so you’ll get no issues with airlocks, ensuring a simple clean fill.
That silicone plug is quite easy to get hold of an lift out also, which leaves filling to be quite a straight forward experience. Bravo Voopoo!
Any Leaks?
None. Absolutely none.
If you’ve read my reviews before, you’ll know this is a big thing for me. POD’s simply should not leak.
As I eluded to earlier, Voopoo’s two piece pods are somehow fused together, leaving the usually exposed seam between the two pieces magically melded. This is the first place POD’s usually leak, and Voopoo have addressed this straight up. Massive Kudos for this!
The only real place you might get a leak or any seepage now, would be from the bottom of the coil, that is something that simply cannot be avoided.
So for all intents and purposes, the Drag series are leak free.
Usage
The operation of these devices is quite straight forward. If you’ve used something similar before, like the Vinci, it should be quite easy to make your way around the Drag S and X.
- On / Off – Five clicks of the power button
- Change mode – Click the fire button x3 times.
- Drag X – changes between “Smart” and “RBA” mode.
- Drag S – Changes between button press and auto-draw
- Adjust Wattage – use the up/down buttons
- Puff Interface – Press up/down together
- While in the puff interface you can also press the fire button to show the chipset information.
- Reset Puff Counter – Press Fire button and down button
- Lock device – Press Fire and up button together will lock the device.
- Clock interface – Press all 3 buttons together.
As you can see, it’s all quite straight forward, and there are plenty of options for you to explore.
Pros:
- Flawless operation
- Great flavour
- Lightweight
- No leaking
- Instant Power
- Uses Voopoo PnP coils
- Great build quality
- Adjustable Power
- Adjustable airflow
Cons:
- No true MTL airflow
- Drip tip not removeable
Where to Buy:
You can purchase the Voopoo Drag S and Drag X Pod Mods right now from most vape stores, it’s getting quite popular, unfortunately Voopoo do not have a direct online store, so I’ll link you below to some great stores to purchase from.
Conclusion
These are some seriously great Pod Mods. Stylish and Masculine, with a really great feel in the hand and quality workmanship, these are build to last, and designed to cater for a range of vapers from beginner to seasoned veteran.
The POD’s have been designed from the ground up to not only work across both devices, but take the huge PnP coil range. Throw in the revolutionary ring connector, and sealed PODs that stop leakage, and you can see that Voopoo have been quite busy.
I feel like Voopoo are really listening to their customers, and have genuinely responded to their critiques with these new devices, addressing various issues that consumers are having with various other products.
This has become ‘THE’ device that I recommend beginners purchase, which is a pretty big thing considering how critical I can be, and how few I recommend.
Absolutely fantastic work on these Voopoo, you’ve created something that not only does what it is supposed to do, but you’ve knocked it out of the park in the style and looks department too!
Highly recommended.
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