VooPoo Argus Pro 2 Pod Vape Kit

Overview

The VooPoo Argus Pro 2 Pod Vape Kit by Voopoo across 7 flavours at 0mg. Free UK delivery over £20, same-day dispatch on weekday orders before 4pm.

VooPoo Argus Pro 2 Pod Vape Kit: what it is and who it is for

The VooPoo Argus Pro 2 Pod Vape Kit is a refillable, rechargeable pod system from Voopoo, the Shenzhen manufacturer behind the Drag mod range, the Vinci pod family and the earlier Argus line. A disposable is thrown away when the liquid or battery runs out. The Argus Pro 2 is built to be refilled with your own e-liquid, fitted with a fresh coil when the old one wears out, and recharged over USB-C for many months. That makes it a sensible choice for adult smokers who have settled on vaping as a way to cut down or quit smoking, and who want more control than a sealed device allows.

The Pro 2 name tells you where it sits. It follows the original Argus Pro, which earned its following by pairing a large battery with adjustable output in a pod format. The second generation keeps that idea and updates the chipset, the styling and the day-to-day handling. Instead of one fixed power level you get a wattage range that runs from gentle, cigarette-like draws up to a warmer and much denser delivery, so a single device can suit different moods and different liquids.

This guide covers what the kit does well, where it asks for compromises, and how it compares with rivals from other brands. It is written for UK vapers, so every recommendation assumes UK rules: refillable pods are limited to 2ml, nicotine e-liquid bottles to 10ml, and strength to a maximum of 20mg/ml. We also say plainly who should skip it, because a kit that suits one vaper can be wrong for the next.

A note on the listing itself. This page groups eight variants of the kit. For a device like this they are normally colour or finish options rather than different products, and the selector on the page shows what is currently in stock. The flavour you taste is decided by the e-liquid you put in the pod, which is why the flavour section below talks about liquid styles rather than built-in flavours.

Important: vaping products contain nicotine, which is addictive. They are intended for adult smokers and existing vapers only. They are not suitable for anyone under 18, for people who do not already use nicotine, or for anyone who is pregnant or breastfeeding.

Key specifications at a glance

Specifications for refillable kits can shift between production batches, so treat the figures below as the manufacturer's published ratings as we understand them. Check the specification panel on the listing and the leaflet in the box for anything batch-specific.

• Device type: refillable pod kit with a replaceable pod and replaceable coils
• Output: adjustable, rated by VooPoo at up to roughly 80W
• Battery: built-in rechargeable cell in the 3000mAh class, charged over USB-C
• Pod capacity: 2ml in the UK-market version
• Coils: replaceable VooPoo mesh coils in several resistances, bought by the exact code shown on the listing
• Chipset: VooPoo GENE-series chip with wattage adjustment and built-in protections
• Display: front-mounted screen for wattage, battery level and coil status
• Firing: inhale-activated, with a fire button for switching on and navigating settings
• Protections: short-circuit, low-resistance, over-discharge, over-time and over-temperature cut-offs
• Typical box contents: the device, a pod, a coil, a USB-C cable, a manual and a warning card

Three of those numbers shape everyday use more than the rest. The first is the 2ml pod. UK rules cap refillable pods and tanks at 2ml, so every legal pod kit on the market works within the same small reservoir, and the practical effect is that you refill often rather than carrying a large tank. The second is the wattage range, which lets you match the device to your e-liquid instead of the other way round. The third is the battery capacity, which is large for a pod kit and is the main reason to choose this device over a slimmer one.

A word on resistance and wattage, because they confuse many new users. Every coil has a resistance measured in ohms, and each coil has a recommended wattage window printed on the coil head or its packaging. Staying inside that window gives the flavour and lifespan the coil was designed for. Going above it risks burning the cotton and shortens coil life. Going well below it gives a cool, muted and sometimes gurgling vape. The chip on the Argus Pro 2 reads the coil when you fit it, so the screen will usually show the resistance and a suggested starting point.

Performance and vapour delivery

Performance on a pod kit comes down to three things: how much power the chip can deliver, how efficiently the coil turns that power into vapour, and how much control the airflow gives you over the result. The Argus Pro 2 aims higher than most pod devices on the first of those, with a wattage ceiling of roughly 80W, a battery sized to feed it, and mesh coils that spread heat across a wide surface.

Most people will not sit near the top of the range. At the low end, somewhere between about 12W and 25W depending on the coil fitted, the kit behaves like a conventional mouth-to-lung pod: a snug draw, modest vapour and a throat hit that suits nicotine salt e-liquid. In the middle, from roughly 25W to 45W, vapour output rises noticeably, flavour becomes fuller and the draw feels more open. Beyond 50W you get dense, warm vapour, and you also use up liquid, coil life and battery much faster than at moderate settings.

Response is quick. VooPoo tunes its chipsets for fast ramp-up, so the coil reaches working temperature almost as soon as you begin the draw, with little of the lag that cheaper pod devices show. Output is also reasonably steady from the first draw of a charge to the last, because the chip regulates power as the battery drains rather than letting vapour thin out until the device shuts off.

Puff counts need a sensible explanation. Disposables were sold on figures such as 600 or 3,000 puffs, which relied on very gentle low-power draws and were rarely matched in real use. A refillable kit has no fixed puff count because it depends entirely on your settings. As a rough planning figure, a 2ml pod gives somewhere around 100 to 250 draws, with the lower end at higher wattage and long pulls and the upper end at modest wattage with short ones. A 10ml bottle fills a 2ml pod about five times, so one bottle covers somewhere between 500 and 1,200 draws, though your own habits will move that number.

The trade-off is that power costs capacity. At high wattage the 2ml pod empties quickly, and heavy users may refill more than once a day. If you find yourself living at 60W or above, a larger-format kit with a bigger tank may suit you better than a pod system, and we say so in the comparison section further down.

Flavour profile and the e-liquids that suit it

Because the Argus Pro 2 has no built-in flavour, taste is a partnership between the coil and your e-liquid. Mesh coils have a large heating surface that warms the liquid evenly, and that tends to preserve top notes such as fresh fruit, menthol and sweet candy better than a small round-wire coil. In plain terms, liquids taste closer to how they smell in the bottle, with less of the flat or scorched edge that comes from a hot spot on a wire.

The kit handles a wide range of liquid styles. These are the profiles that tend to work well, with a note on how to run them:

• Blueberry or blue raspberry ice: bright, sharp fruit with a cool finish. Mid wattage keeps the fruit clear without letting the cooling turn harsh.
• Strawberry kiwi or strawberry watermelon: juicy, slightly tart blends that show off the clarity of mesh. Low to mid wattage keeps the sweetness rounded.
• Mango and peach: richer tropical fruit that needs a little extra heat to open up, so mid wattage works well.
• Menthol and spearmint: clean, cooling liquids. The higher end of the power range can make menthol feel icy, so turn it down if it bites.
• Cola and energy-drink styles: fizzy, sweet profiles that tolerate moderate wattage and stay recognisable.
• Tobacco and tobacco-vanilla: a common choice for people switching from cigarettes. Lower wattage with a nicotine salt gives the closest throat hit.
• Vanilla custard and dessert flavours: thick, sweet liquids that need care. Run them at lower wattage and stay inside the coil's wattage window to limit gunk building up on the mesh.
• Watermelon, lemon and lime sours: refreshing liquids that hold their character on mesh without turning sharp.

Liquid thickness matters as much as flavour. Most nicotine salt liquids are 50/50 propylene glycol to vegetable glycerine, which wicks easily and suits the lower end of the wattage range. Higher-VG liquids, around 70VG, produce bigger clouds and a softer throat hit but flow more slowly through the cotton, so they belong at mid to high wattage on a lower-resistance coil. Putting a very thick liquid into a high-resistance coil at low power is a common cause of dry hits, because the cotton cannot refill as fast as it is being used.

When you swap from one flavour to another, empty the pod, rinse it under lukewarm water, let it dry completely and refill. Mesh coils hold on to flavour, so a coil that has been running a heavy dessert liquid will carry a hint of it into the next one. If you like to change flavours often, keep a spare pod or fit a fresh coil when you make a big switch, for example from menthol to a creamy custard.

Design and build quality

The Argus Pro 2 is a pocketable pod kit rather than a slim pen-style stick. The body is metal-framed, with a coated or textured finish that varies by variant and gives the device a secure grip. It carries some weight, as you would expect from a device with a large battery inside, and the rounded edges sit comfortably in the palm. Bright or pale finishes will show wear on the corners over months of pocket use, so a silicone sleeve is a sensible low-cost addition if you care about appearance.

The pod seats into the top of the body and is held firmly enough that it does not rattle in a pocket. A fill port on the pod is sealed with a silicone plug, and a shaped mouthpiece gives a comfortable lip seat. The front screen and fire button are positioned where a thumb naturally falls, so you can read wattage and battery level at a glance without turning the device over.

Fit and finish are tidy. Seams line up, the button gives a firm click and the pod seats without wobble. As with every pod kit, the parts that take the most handling are the pod and the fill-port plug, which are plastic and silicone components. Refill gently, push the plug fully home and keep a spare pod if you vape every day. Treat the device itself as water-resistant at best: it is not rated for submersion, so wipe away spilled liquid immediately and keep it out of rain and sinks.

It is larger than the slimmest pod systems on the market, such as the compact kits in the Vaporesso XROS or OXVA Xlim ranges. That is the price of a bigger battery and a wider wattage range. If your top priority is a device that disappears in a jeans pocket, a slimmer kit is the more honest recommendation. If you would rather carry a little more bulk for longer runtime and more power in reserve, the Argus Pro 2 makes sense.

Day to day, a few habits protect the build. Use the lock function in a bag or pocket so the device cannot fire accidentally. Keep the charging port clear of lint. Do not leave the kit in a hot car or on a radiator, because heat degrades both the battery and the silicone seals and can cause leaking.

Battery life and charging

The battery is where the Argus Pro 2 separates itself from slim pod systems. A built-in cell in the 3000mAh class is a multiple of the capacity found in many compact pod kits, which commonly ship with batteries of 1000mAh or under. Capacity has to cover whatever wattage you choose, though, so real-world runtime depends heavily on your settings.

As a guide, at lower wattage under about 25W with a nicotine salt liquid, a charge commonly stretches across two or three days of moderate vaping. At mid wattage it is more often a day to a day and a half. At 60W and above you may need to charge daily and sometimes more often. These are estimates based on the battery size and typical draw lengths rather than lab figures, and your own pattern of short or long draws will shift them either way.

Charging is over USB-C, which means the same cable as most current phones. A full charge from flat on a 5V supply rated at 2A typically takes in the region of two to three hours, and a standard phone charger or a computer port will do the job. Use a reputable charger and cable, avoid very cheap unbranded adapters, and do not use the device while it charges unless the manual states that pass-through use is supported.

Look after the cell and it will last. Do not leave the kit charging unattended overnight or under a pillow. Stop using it and take it out of circulation if it swells, becomes very hot, smells odd or shows damage. Keep it away from heat, and do not carry it loose with keys and coins, which can scratch the finish and damage the port.

Recycling: because the battery is built in, the whole kit counts as waste electrical equipment when it reaches the end of its life. Never put it in a household bin or kerbside recycling, where battery fires in bin lorries are a real problem. Take old kits to a vape recycling drop-off point, which many vape shops and household waste recycling centres provide, or use the small electricals bank at your local tip. Retailers that sell vaping products are generally expected to offer take-back, so ask when you buy a replacement.

Coil and mesh technology

Mesh coils replace the traditional wire wrap with a thin perforated metal sheet, rolled or folded so that the liquid-soaked cotton touches a large and even heating surface. Compared with a round-wire coil of similar resistance, mesh heats across a wider area, ramps up faster and avoids concentrated hot spots. The practical results are quicker response, more consistent flavour through the life of the coil and generally larger vapour production for the same wattage.

Resistance guides how a coil behaves. Lower-resistance mesh, roughly in the 0.15 to 0.3 ohm region, is designed for a looser draw at mid to high wattage and produces more vapour with a milder throat hit. Higher-resistance mesh, around 0.4 ohm and above, is designed for tighter mouth-to-lung draws at lower wattage and pairs with nicotine salts. The coil supplied with your kit sets your starting point, and you can switch to a different resistance later if you want a different style of vape. Always buy replacement coils by the exact code printed on the packaging or shown on the product page, because VooPoo makes several coil families and they are not interchangeable.

Coil lifespan depends on what you put through it. A typical coil lasts somewhere between one and three weeks for a daily user, and sooner with very sweet liquids, since sugar caramelises on the mesh and clogs the cotton. Signs that a coil is finished include a burnt or flat taste even with fresh liquid, reduced vapour, a gurgling or crackling sound, or a harsh throat hit that was not there before.

You can extend coil life with a few habits:

• Prime properly: after fitting a new coil, drip a few drops of liquid directly onto the cotton openings and let the filled pod rest for five to ten minutes before the first draw.
• Stay inside the wattage window: start at the low end of the printed range and increase in small steps.
• Avoid chain vaping: give the cotton a few seconds between long draws so it can re-wet.
• Do not run the pod dry: refill before the level drops to the bottom of the window.
• Choose liquids sensibly: heavy sweeteners and dessert profiles shorten coil life more than fruit and menthol styles.

Keep a few spare coils at home. Coils are sold in multipacks, and buying a pack is cheaper per coil than buying them one at a time, which matters because the coil is the main running cost after e-liquid.

Nicotine strength guidance and UK rules

Nicotine strength is the decision that most affects whether the Argus Pro 2 works for you. UK rules set the framework. Nicotine e-liquid is capped at 20mg/ml (2%), bottles are limited to 10ml, and refillable tanks and pods are limited to 2ml. These limits apply to every nicotine e-liquid sold in the UK, and the same 20mg cap applied to the disposables that dominated the market until the ban on single-use vapes that began on 1 June 2025. Reusable kits like this one are now the mainstream legal route.

The right strength depends on how much you smoke or vape and on the wattage you plan to use, because more power means more vapour and more nicotine per draw. Use these starting points and adjust:

• Low wattage, roughly 12 to 25W, with nicotine salt: 10mg/ml suits lighter smokers, while 20mg/ml is the usual start for people moving from 15 or more cigarettes a day. Nicotine salts are smoother than freebase, which is why higher strengths remain comfortable at low power.
• Mid wattage, roughly 25 to 45W: 5 to 10mg/ml in a salt, or 3 to 6mg/ml in a freebase liquid. Each draw delivers more vapour, so a lower strength usually feels about right.
• High wattage, 45W and above: 3mg/ml freebase or the lowest salt strengths. Large clouds of a 20mg/ml liquid are harsh and can be overwhelming, particularly for newer vapers.
• Nicotine-free: 0mg/ml liquids, including larger nicotine-free bottles sold for adding nicotine shots, suit people who are tapering or who want to vape without nicotine.

Watch how you feel. Headache, nausea, dizziness, a racing heart or a strong urge to cough suggest the strength or the wattage is too high. If cravings return within a short time of vaping, the strength may be too low or the wattage too gentle. Change one thing at a time so you can tell what made the difference.

If you are trying to stop smoking completely, local NHS stop smoking services offer free support and can combine behavioural help with nicotine replacement. Vaping is not risk-free, but for adult smokers it is widely regarded as a lower-risk alternative to smoking tobacco. It is not something non-smokers should start.

Who the Argus Pro 2 is for, and who should skip it

No device suits everyone, so here is a straightforward view of who gets the most from this kit and who is better served elsewhere.

It is a good fit if you:

• are an adult smoker moving to vaping and want a device you can tune as your preferences change
• have outgrown a basic low-power pod kit and want more battery and more range
• like mouth-to-lung nicotine salt vaping some days and a looser, cloudier draw on others
• want to cut running costs by using your own e-liquid and replaceable coils instead of buying single-use products
• appreciate a screen that shows what the device is doing rather than guessing from a light

You should look elsewhere if you:

• want a plug-and-play device with no wattage, resistance or airflow to think about, in which case a simpler fixed-output kit is easier
• need the slimmest, lightest device possible for a tight pocket
• vape at 60W or above all day and find a 2ml pod refilling constantly, in which case a larger-tank kit suits better
• dislike refilling and handling liquid, since this is a refillable system and it will get a little messy at times
• do not already use nicotine. This product is not for you, and nobody under 18 should buy or use it

New vapers can use the Argus Pro 2, but they should start with a low wattage, a nicotine salt at a sensible strength and the coil's recommended window. The risk for a newcomer is not the device but the temptation to push the wattage up because the screen allows it. Treat the top of the range as an option for experienced users, not a goal.

If you are switching from a disposable, expect an adjustment period. A refillable kit asks more of you, with filling, priming and the occasional coil change. In return you get lower ongoing costs, a choice of thousands of e-liquids and far less waste than a bin of spent single-use devices.

How to fill, activate and use the kit

Setting up a refillable pod kit takes a few minutes the first time and becomes second nature quickly. Follow the steps below and keep the manufacturer's leaflet to hand for model-specific details.

• Step 1, charge first: plug the device into a USB-C charger and give it a full charge before the first use. A full battery makes it easier to judge runtime afterwards.
• Step 2, prepare the pod: remove the pod from the device. Check that the coil is seated fully and the sealing parts are in place. If your kit ships with the coil separate, fit it now and press it home.
• Step 3, fill: open the silicone plug on the pod, tilt the pod slightly and fill from the side of the port with your e-liquid. Stop just below the maximum line and avoid the central airflow tube, which will flood the coil if liquid gets into it. Push the plug firmly shut.
• Step 4, prime: leave the filled pod to stand for five to ten minutes, or longer for thick high-VG liquids, so the cotton soaks fully. Skipping this step is the most common reason for a burnt first draw.
• Step 5, seat the pod: push the pod into the device until it clicks. Wipe away any liquid on the contacts.
• Step 6, switch on: VooPoo kits usually power on and off with five quick presses of the fire button. Confirm the exact sequence in the manual for your unit.
• Step 7, set the wattage: start at the low end of the range printed on the coil, then raise it a little at a time until the flavour and throat hit suit you. If the vape turns harsh or starts to taste burnt, step back down.
• Step 8, take a few gentle draws: use two or three short, soft draws to pull liquid into the mesh before settling into your usual pattern.

To lock the device, use the lock sequence in the manual so that it cannot fire in a pocket. Refill when the liquid level approaches the bottom of the window, not when the pod is empty, because a dry coil is the quickest way to ruin it. When the coil needs changing, remove the pod, pull out the old coil, fit the new one, prime it with a few drops, and fill as usual. Rinse the pod occasionally with lukewarm water and let it dry fully before refilling.

Troubleshooting common problems

Most problems with pod kits have simple causes. Work through these before assuming the device is faulty.

• Check coil or no coil message: remove the pod, wipe the contacts on both the pod and the device with a dry cotton bud, and re-seat the coil and pod firmly. A coil that is not fully pressed in is the usual cause.
• Short circuit or low resistance warning: the same contact problem can cause this, as can liquid in the contacts. Dry them thoroughly, re-seat the coil and try again. If the warning persists with a new coil, the coil may be faulty.
• Weak vapour or flat flavour: the coil may be worn, the liquid may be too thick for the wattage, or the cotton may not be fully primed. Try a fresh coil, lower the VG ratio or raise the wattage slightly within the coil's window.
• Burnt taste: usually a dry or worn coil. Check the liquid level, prime properly and stay inside the wattage window. If the taste does not clear after a refill and a rest, fit a new coil.
• Leaking: check that the plug is pushed fully home and the pod has not been overfilled. Leaks also happen in warm conditions or after a flight, because pressure changes push liquid through the airflow. Store the pod upright when you can.
• Gurgling or spitting: too much liquid in the airflow path, or condensation. Wipe the mouthpiece, blow through the pod gently and run at a slightly higher wattage within the coil's range.
• Device will not switch on: the battery may be flat. Connect a charger for several minutes and try again. If it still does not respond, try the five-click sequence and check that the charging cable is working.
• Will not charge: try a different cable and a different charger, and clear lint from the USB-C port with a wooden toothpick, never a metal pin. If there is still no response, contact us.
• Hard draw: check that the airflow is not blocked by a closed ring or slider, and that the pod is seated correctly with the airflow holes aligned.
• Battery drains quickly: high wattage uses the battery fast. Lower the setting, and consider whether the cell has lost capacity after a long period of heavy use.

If a fault continues after you have tried these steps, stop using the device and get in touch with our customer service team, with photos where possible. Do not open the casing or try to repair the battery yourself.

Value for money and how it compares

Value on a refillable kit comes from three things: the upfront price, the running cost and how long the device stays useful. Check the current price on this page, as kit prices move with promotions and stock. The upfront cost sits above entry-level low-power kits and well below a full box mod and tank setup, and the Argus Pro 2 earns that position through its battery, its wattage range and its screen.

Running costs are where refillable systems pull ahead of single-use vapes. A 10ml bottle of nicotine salt fills a 2ml pod about five times, and a coil lasts one to three weeks, so a daily user buys a bottle every few days and a coil every fortnight or so. Over a month, that comes out lower than buying single-use vapes at their typical shelf prices, which no longer matters for new purchases since single-use sales ended on 1 June 2025, but it explains why reusable kits are now the sensible alternative.

Here is how the Argus Pro 2 sits against other popular options, with fair notes in each direction:

• Vaporesso XROS series: slimmer and lighter, with simple controls and a smaller battery. A good pick for strictly mouth-to-lung nicotine salt vaping at low power. The Argus Pro 2 offers a much wider power range and a larger battery, at the cost of size.
• OXVA Xlim family: compact, well regarded and similar in spirit, but generally with a lower power ceiling. If you stay below 30W, an Xlim is more pocketable. If you want to explore higher wattage, the Argus Pro 2 has more headroom.
• Geekvape Wenax and Aegis ranges: the Wenax kits are simple and light, while Aegis devices focus on ruggedness and water resistance. If you work outdoors or need a tougher body, Aegis has the edge. For power adjustability and a screen, the Argus Pro 2 is the stronger fit.
• Uwell Caliburn and SMOK Novo kits: basic, low-power and inexpensive, which suits beginners with tight budgets. They lack the range and runtime of the Argus Pro 2, and you will feel the difference at mid wattage.
• The original VooPoo Argus Pro: an established device that remains capable. The Pro 2 is the update, with a newer chipset and refreshed design, so buy the older model only if the price difference is large.

Our summary: the Argus Pro 2 is good value if you will use its range. If you will only ever vape a salt at 15W, a simpler and cheaper kit does the same job and is lighter to carry. If you want one device that covers mouth-to-lung and gentler direct-lung vaping with long battery life, it earns its price.