Lost Vape are celebrating their 10th anniversary with some stylish looking new pod systems – the Ursa Nano 3 and the Lost Vape Ursa Nano S II!
We’ve had both of these sent over thanks to Lost Vape and in this review we will focus on the Ursa Nano S II. You can read the Ursa Nano 3 review here.
These two pod devices are new inclusions in Lost Vape’s Ursa range. We’ve reviewed many of the range, including the Ursa Mini and the Ursa Nano.
Lost Vape have built up an excellent track record since they were founded in 2014. They have given us some real top quality products such as the Lost Vape Orion Mini, Lost Vape Centaurus B60 & B80 and the Lost Vape Movement LV 18K disposable vapes.
What Can We Expect From The Lost Vape Ursa Nano S II Pod Kit?
Lost Vape look to deliver superior elegance with the Ursa Nano S II, with the finish on these featuring fine Leather and exquisite patterns!
Powering the Ursa Nano S II is the Quest 2.0 chip. This smartly regulates power output depending on the resistance of the coil inside the pod. You can indulge in richer and more satisfying flavour with the maximum 30W power output.
Much like the Ursa Nano 3, the Ursa Nano S II is compatible with the Ursa Cartridge V2 series of pods. They are optimised to deliver superior flavour and promise over 30ml worth of refills. You can get these pods in resistances of 0.6, 0.8, 1.0 and 1.2ohm, catering to all types of vaping styles.
You are also able to switch between Mouth To Lung (MTL) and Restricted Direct Lung (RDL) vaping thanks to the adjustable airflow slider. It allows you to seamlessly fine tune your airflow using only your thumb. We tell you more about MTL and DTL in our Guide To Vaping Styles.
A 1000mAh rechargeable battery eases any anxieties around battery life, with an intuitive LED indicator allowing you to check battery status at a glance.
There’s 9 different finishes to pick from in total. Alongside the two that I received (Grey Neverfall and Espresso) you can also find Black Thorns, Blue Thorns, Brown Thorns, Lavender, Mint, Pink Dauphine and Sky Delightful kits.
Many thanks to Lost Vape for sending in the Ursa Nano S II for review, let’s see what this kit offers! As always, all views are my own…
Kit Contents
I received the 10th Anniversary version of the kit which has some extra goodies such as a Lanyard and sticker.
- Ursa Nano S II device
- 0.8ohm Ursa Cartridge V2
- 10th Anniversary Scratch Card
- 10th Anniversary Lanyard
- 10th Anniversary Sticker
- Ursa Cartridge Tip Card
- User Manual
- Warranty Card
Specifications
- 107.8mm x 15.4mm x 24.4mm dimensions
- 40g weight
- Polycarbonate and Leather construction
- Auto-draw system
- 2ml capacity (TPD version) / 2.5ml capacity (non-TPD version)
- Compatible with Lost Vape Ursa Cartridge V2
- Lost Vape Quest 2.0 chip
- 5-30W power range
- 3.3V-4.2V voltage range
- 1000mAh built in battery
- 5V/1A charging voltage
- Intuitive LED indicator
- Five built in safety protections
Design & Build Quality
I had been testing out the Lost Vape Ursa Nano 3 prior to using the Ursa Nano S II and the Ursa Nano S II boasts a smaller form factor. The dimensions of 107.8mm x 15.4mm x 24.4mm mean it is considerably lighter too, weighing only 40g.
I can definitely feel the difference in the hand and I hardly notice this device when it is in my pocket!
Lost Vape have crafted the Ursa Nano S II from Polycarbonate and Leather. The Polycarbonate shell feels a little cheap to me, especially when compared with the Zinc Alloy on the Ursa Nano 3.
The embossed Leather finish is very pretty to look at and feels nice too.
I was sent the Grey Neverfall and Espresso versions for review. My preference being the Grey Neverfall version thanks to the embossed Lost Vape logos running along it! The Espresso version wasn’t as exciting to look at, just featuring a Brown Leather finish.
Feature-wise, on the front of the device is a prominent LED battery life indicator and on one side is the USB-C charging port.
Opposite to this is the airflow adjustment slider, which boasts some very smooth travel.
A magnetic connector attaches the Ursa Cartridge V2 pods in place. However I noticed that I could wiggle the pod around quite easily. I had one instance where the pod had actually wriggled loose in my pocket, so not the best connection there!
Quick Start Guide
Lost Vape have made the Ursa Nano S II dead easy to get to grips with and set up. Plus it also has an auto draw system so you just take a puff on the device to vape it.
You get a refillable 0.8ohm Ursa Cartridge V2 pod included with the kit and before you get vaping you’ll need to fill the pod first.
How To Fill The Pod
- Take your pod out of the device and look for the large silicone filling port cover located at the side. This has ‘open’ and a large arrow embossed on it so there is no mistaking it there!
- Pop the filling port cover open to one side and a good sized filling port will be revealed. Simply pop your bottle nozzle in there and fill up your pod.
- If you are filling a new pod for the first time, allow the e-liquid to stand in the pod for five minutes before you take a puff. This will allow the cotton in the coil to fully absorb the e-liquid.
Charging
On the front of the Ursa Nano S II is a large LED battery life indicator, allowing you to check the battery status at a glance. The meaning of each light displayed is as follows:
- Green light means there is 100-60% battery life remaining
- Yellow light means there is 60-30% battery life remaining
- Red light means 30-0% remains and it is time to charge!
On the side of the Ursa Nano S II is a USB Type-C charging port, you just need to plug a USB-C cable in here and connect it to a suitable power source. You don’t get a USB-C cable included in the box, so you will need to use one that you already own or purchase one separately.
Much like the Ursa Nano 3, the Ursa Nano S II charges at the rate of 5V/1A, which is definitely not the quickest compared to other pod systems I have tried out recently. Meaning that a full charge of the 1000mAh battery would take in the region of 45 minutes.
Safety Protections
Five different safety protections are built into the Lost Vape Ursa Nano S II, with low battery, open circuit, short circuit, vaping over-time and over charging protections.
How Does The Lost Vape Ursa Nano S II Perform?
You get the 0.8ohm Ursa Cartridge V2 pod included in the box. You can also purchase 1.0ohm and 1.2ohm versions better suited to tighter mouth to lung draws if that is your preference, or if you want a bit more power then a 0.6ohm one is available!
Output power is regulated by the Quest 2.0 chip, which will determine the most suitable power output based on remaining battery life and the resistance of the coil inside the Ursa Cartridge V2 pod. This device is capable of outputting up to 30W, but for that you’ll need a fully charged battery and the 0.6ohm pod!
Airflow is adjustable via the slider on the side of the device, offering a restricted lung hit when fully opened up and a mouth to lung hit when the airflow has been closed down.
0.8ohm Ursa Cartridge V2
With this pod, you’ll be able to vape both restricted lung and mouth to lung. But during testing I found that it is best suited to vaping with the airflow closed down a little, as the flavour can be muted.
As long as the airflow isn’t wide open, this pod delivers an excellent, flavoursome vape that I found really satisfying. The undertones in the complex e-liquids that I was vaping were definitely pronounced and noticeable.
I’m happy to say that I didn’t get any leaks in the time that I have spent with this device, just a teeny tiny bit of condensation occasionally that just needed to be wiped away!
Longevity of the Ursa Cartridge V2 pod is a plus point too, Lost Vape rate these pods for over 30ml worth of refills. I found that I got over a week’s worth of use from the one included in the kit.
Battery Life
A 1000mAh battery is built into the Ursa Nano S II device. This easily powered me through a full day’s worth of vaping with the 0.8ohm Ursa Cartridge V2.
I tend to charge my devices at the end of each day so if it gets me through until then, I will happily give it the thumbs up!
Pros
- Excellent flavour from the 0.8ohm Ursa Cartridge V2
- Available for under £10!
- Restricted direct lung (RDL) and mouth to lung (MTL) vaping options
- Battery life lasts all day
- Premium looks
- Small form factor
- Replacement pods are widely available
Cons
- No manual wattage adjustment
- Not the quickest pod system to charge up
- Basic LED battery life indicator
- Flavour is quite muted with the airflow fully open
- Pod rattles around a bit in the device
Final Verdict
As I do with all devices that I review, I have a quick Google search to see what each device is retailing for online in the UK. I was pretty stunned to see that a lot of retailers have this on sale currently for £9.99.
Seriously, that is a bargain!
In my opinion, for that sort of money, this is one of the most attractive pod systems around. Whether you are looking for a backup device or a new daily driver.
The Lost Vape Ursa Nano S II is one of the best sub-£10 pod systems that I have tried, if not the best. Thanks to the combination of elegant looks, excellent flavour and the longevity of the Ursa Cartridge V2 pods.
If you are looking for a new pod system and are on a bit of a tight budget then you really cannot go wrong with the Lost Vape Ursa Nano S II!
A big thanks goes out to Lost Vape for sending the Ursa Nano S II over for review, this is available to purchase in the UK now!
