Product Introduction and Specifications

The Voopoo Vinci is an AIO-style pod, or as Voopoo calls it, a Pod Mod. AIOs have been all the rage lately, with companies favoring innovation in this type of product over traditional pod systems. The Vinci is a design that was recently introduced by SMOK in their RPM device, and we’re likely to see many more companies follow suit. It’s a rectangular AIO with adjustable watts, a large color display, and a host of useful features thanks to the ever-reliable GENE.AI chip.

Price: €39,90

Colors: Aurora, Dazzling Green, Jade Green, Space Grey, Carbon Fiber, Peacock, Scarlet, Ink, Opal, Hill Yellow (same patterns also available on the new rainbow chassis)

Manufacturing quality and design

The Vinci measures 104mm by 25mm by 25mm, which is a great size to hold in your hand, but it’s not a very portable vaporizer at all. Considering its size, you’d expect it to weigh more, weighing in at just 114 grams, which makes it a bit heavier than the LostVape Orion, lighter than the IPV 3 mini, and much lighter than the Innokin Z-Blip.

The Voopoo Vinci comes in a carbon fiber version and also in color versions that have received a lot of praise for their stunning appearance. The build quality of the battery is excellent and the carbon fiber, despite being a sticker, is very realistic in both feel and appearance. The buttons are also of good quality and there is no rattling. The biggest highlight of the Vinci is its large and bright color screen, which gives it a fantastic look and the font is very easy to read.

This pod is made of plastic and has a very ergonomic mouthpiece, which is one of the biggest problems with this device. The refill port is covered with a small silicone cap, and the part that you use to grip the cap is too thin, which can cause it to tear quite easily. Since there are no replacement parts yet, the user would have to use tweezers every time they wanted to refill, or buy a new pod. It's an inconvenience, but it could easily be fixed if Voopoo took notice and redesigned the caps.

Getting Started Guide

To begin, remove a coil from the box and moisten it with about 5 drops of liquid. Then, insert it into the bottom of the pod. The coils are Plug and Play , so you just need to place it in position and press. Next, carefully remove the silicone cap and fill the pod with liquid.

The next step is to choose the orientation of the pod in relation to the battery. The airflow will change depending on the orientation of the pod. Check the holes on each side to choose the one you prefer. Then, leave the device aside for at least 5 minutes to let the coil saturate. Turn on the device and you’re ready to use. The Voopoo Vinci automatically sets the watts based on the coil you’re using.

The GENE.AI chip provides the Vinci with a number of functions, but its operation is quite simple.

5 clicks of the power/fire button to turn the device on and off.
3 clicks of the power button to cycle through the 3 shooting modes (P-manual, AUTO-inhale-activated and P&A-Both).
Press + or – to adjust the watts.
Press + and – at the same time to enter the PUFF interface.
Press the fire button and – at the same time to reset the daily number of puffs.
Press the fire and + button at the same time to lock the device (it will not fire or change watts while locked).
By pressing the 3 buttons at the same time, you access the clock interface (you can change the time using the + and - buttons).

The PUFF interface is a nice feature, as it allows the user to track the number of puffs they have taken over the last 14 days. The puff counter is visible on the home screen and resets every day. The device goes into sleep mode if it is not used for a while, but returns to normal mode when the trigger button is pressed. The watts also reset to the default value after a long period of waiting (which can be a bit annoying).

Finally, the GENE.AI chip can be updated by using Voopoo's software and downloading the latest firmware, but unfortunately there is no update available yet.

PnP resistors

The Vinci comes with two resistors included:

PnP-VM1 mesh resistor (0,3 ohm)
Kanthal PnP-R1 resistor (0,8 ohm)

The device is compatible with all Voopoo PnP resistors, the same ones used in the Drag Baby and Find S Trio.

Both coils should be used in DL ( Direct to Lung ) mode. When choosing the amount of nicotine, you should compare the 0,3 ohm coil to that of a sub-ohm tank with some flow restriction, and the 0,8 ohm coil as being slightly stronger than the coil of an MTL ( Mouth To Lung ) tank.

Sometimes these resistors can be faulty, which can lead to the user experiencing a lot of dry-hits. This usually happens because the resistor in question belongs to a faulty batch. If the resistor is faulty, you should remember this detail and replace it immediately.

Other than this minor flaw, both the 0,3 ohm and 0,8 ohm coils seem to work perfectly with 70% VG liquid. The 0,3 ohm coil starts to offer some resistance after 5 refills, but it is important to consider that the tank has a capacity of 5,5 ml. Although the 0,8 ohm coil can handle more refills, overall, the 0,3 ohm coil vapes better.

Performance

0,3 ohm coils are probably the strongest pod/AIO coils. The same 3mg nicotine e-liquids used in a sub ohm tank are not weak at all on this coil, and some users cannot get past 6mg. You can even compare these coils to a mid-range sub ohm tank.

With the open airflow option, this vaporizer becomes a semi-restricted DL system, which allows for longer puffs of 3 to 4 seconds and produces an impressive amount of vapor. With the more restricted airflow option, the flavor stands out even more, but you may have to reduce the default 35 watts. The choice of airflow type will depend on the user's personal taste.

Compared to the 0,3 ohm coil, the 0,8 ohm coil is not as impressive. While it is not a bad coil, it is more restrictive and the flavor is more muted. When using the device with this coil, the user should adjust the wattage as it works best at lower wattages. Depending on the type of airflow you choose, it is recommended to use around 6mg of regular nicotine, and no more than 20mg of nic salts. It is worth noting that flavors linger for longer with this coil, which can be annoying if the user likes to switch up liquids throughout the day.

There may be some spitback or occasions where the coil gets too wet, but these issues usually only occur when there is little liquid in the tank. There is also a dry hit sensation if the device is placed at an angle for any length of time. All of these issues are solvable, and the 0,8 ohm coil is fine to use occasionally, especially if you are concerned about running out of battery.

Aside from the coil performance, the device fires quite quickly in manual mode, but the sensor can sometimes lag, especially in A&P mode. This mode can be annoying for some as the sensor can be inconsistent and you may experience some interruptions in the inhalation of the vapor unless you inhale very hard. The Vinci can sometimes fail to fire due to liquid that may accumulate between the battery and the pod, which is easily fixed by cleaning the liquid.

Battery life and charging

The Vinci has a 1500mAh battery, which is quite impressive considering its size. It is charged via a USB port located on the bottom of the device, which means it can only be charged when it is lying on its side. On average, the battery lasts for about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

With a 0,3 ohm resistance, the battery will last just a little longer than the consumption of a pod (about 6-6,5 ml) before needing to be charged. With a 0,8 ohm resistance, the battery will usually last a full pod, but since a higher resistance will consume liquid more slowly, it can sometimes take a whole day to consume a full pod. This makes this resistance a safe choice for someone who is unsure about how to charge the battery throughout the day.

Usage problems

There have been reports that the device would sometimes go off on its own after being used while charging. Since this is an issue that can be harmful to both the device and the user, it is advised that you do not use the device and monitor it while it is charging. With any luck, this issue can be easily resolved with a system update.

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