In 2015, Pax Labs, which is known worldwide for its Juul devices, introduced a new product to the vaping community: nicotine salts. Naturally, after its appearance, liquids based on salt nicotine also appeared, especially for which manufacturers of vape devices developed a new format of a closed-type system or POD system. A distinctive feature of such systems is their compact size, autonomy and relatively little steam. Over the years, POD systems have evolved many times, and there are plenty of examples of this. The Smoant company has repeatedly released devices of this format, which are in demand among vapers. Deciding not to stop, the company released a new POD system – Smoant VIKII pod kit, characterized by maximum simplicity, autonomy and quite good taste transfer.
General information
Smoant VIKII pod kit is a compact POD system powered by a medium-capacity battery, designed for the use of replaceable cartridges for vaping liquids based on salt nicotine. It cannot be said that the new device is made in some original or non-standard way; it is a traditional small-sized soap that will not get in the way in your pocket. The built-in battery will be enough to ensure autonomous operation of the device throughout the day. The POD system is designed to use replaceable cartridges with built-in high resistance evaporators. You can buy Smoant VIKII pod kit in five colors: blue, yellow, black, red and purple.
Equipment
It is quite natural that the new device is equipped very simply, but on the other hand, what can you expect from a fairly simple POD system. Therefore, in a simple cardboard box with a plastic window you can find:
Battery pack VIKII Battery;
VIKII Pod Cartridge;
USB cable for charging;
Certificate;
Warranty card;
User’s Manual.
VIKII Battery Pack
Many can say that the era of POD systems is already over, since they have been successfully replaced by functional and autonomous sub-mods. But it is not so. The number of vapers who prefer miniature devices that take up minimal space for a quick smoke is constantly growing. Most people take such devices with them on the street, so as not to waste time on a large number of puffs, but to puff three or four times and satisfy their nicotine hunger. It is for such vapers that the Smoant VIKII pod kit was developed.
The design of the Smoant VIKII pod kit is a very simple and laconic small remnant, which is more reminiscent of a lighter in size. Its dimensions are 86.6*26*15.5 mm, and its weight is only 24.5 grams due to the use of a plastic case. The nice thing is that there are small notches on the case, thanks to which the device does not slip in the hand even if you take it with wet hands.
Smoant VIKII pod kit operates at a constant power of 10 Watts, which is provided by a built-in battery with a capacity of 370 mAh, which is not very much, but taking into account the high resistance of the evaporator, such a capacity is enough for a day of battery life.
The battery is charged using a micro-USB connector located on the bottom end of the device with a current of 0.5A, and the full charging time is 40-50 minutes.
Smoant VIKII pod kit is activated by tightening. In order to control the battery charge, charging and activation, there is a miniature LED on the side surface that changes its color depending on the mode.
VIKII Pod Cartridge
It will hardly come as a surprise to anyone that the Smoant VIKII pod kit works on replaceable cartridges, given its miniature size, it will not be possible to install a replaceable evaporator. The cartridge is held in the battery pack using fairly strong magnets.
The manufacturer offers only one type of cartridges with built-in evaporators with a resistance of 1.2 Ohm. It is interesting that the heating element is made in the form of a mesh made of kanthal, and the cotton is of organic origin from tea tree, so the taste transfer will be at a decent level. Airflow adjustment is not provided.
To refill the cartridge, you just need to remove it from the battery pack, open the silicone plug on the side surface and fill in 2 ml of liquid. It is worth saying that this device is initially positioned as a device for vaping liquids based on salt nicotine.
Conclusions and impressions
Smoant VIKII pod kit is a classic POD system designed for the use of high-strength salt nicotine e-liquids, so you shouldn’t expect anything special or non-standard from it. By purchasing such a POD system, the vaper receives a compact, autonomous and easy-to-use device, which will be an excellent assistant when going out when you need to quickly satisfy your nicotine hunger during the day.
Advantages and disadvantages
Disadvantages
Low charging current;
Small battery capacity.
Advantages
Compact dimensions;
Light weight;
Easy activation when tightening;
Convenient refueling;
Kanthal evaporator;
Organic tea tree cotton wool;
Decent taste rendition.
