Voopoo have made another addition to the Argus family, with the Voopoo Argus Z2. We are taking an in-depth look at this device in this review!
Voopoo were formed in 2016 by ICCPP, quickly growing into one of the largest, most recognisable and well respected brand names in the vaping industry. They have become synonymous with releasing quality devices that cater to all vaping tastes and one of their most popular ranges is the Argus brand!
We’ve had a look at a lot of Voopoo Argus devices over the years, with some particular highlights being the P1s, P2, G2, E40 and the Argus Bar Pro Max disposables. The Argus range has proven to be extremely well received by reviewers and purchasers alike!
What Can We Expect From The Voopoo Argus Z2?
Voopoo are attempting to eliminate battery anxiety when using your pod system. One of the key selling points of the Voopoo Argus Z2 is the 1500mAh battery built into the device!
This is the largest battery in the current Argus family of pod systems. Voopoo expect that you can get up to five days of use from a single full charge. That is pretty impressive if that is the case!
Voopoo have designed the Argus Z2 to be as easy to use as a disposable vape. With the Argus Z2 being a draw activated, buttonless, refillable pod system with no learning curve required. You can simply take it out the box, fill it and vape it.
The chip in the device even smartly detects the resistance of the coil in the pod and sets the power output accordingly for you. The Argus Z2 is able to output up to a maximum of 20W.
The Argus Z2 is compatible with existing Argus pods, so there’s a wide range of different resistances to pick from. The benefits of the Argus pods include excellent flavour, 30 day leak free design and extended pod lifespan.
Eight different nature-inspired colours are available. Choose from: Rose Pink, Mint Blue, Sunlight Orange, Lavender, Lake Blue, Moss Green, Shell White and Silk Black.
Many thanks to Voopoo for sending the Argus Z2 in for review!
Let’s check out what it has to offer!
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Kit Contents
- Argus Z2 Device
- 0.7ohm Argus Top Fill Cartridge
- USB Type-C charging cable
- User Manual
Specifications
- 90.3mm x 27.5mm x 15.3mm dimensions
- Lightweight design
- Plastic and Stainless Steel construction
- Auto-draw device
- Mouth to lung vaping
- Smart coil resistance detection
- Compatible with Argus pod family
- Top filling system
- 2ml capacity (TPD version) / 3ml capacity (non-TPD version)
- 20W maximum output power
- 3.2-4.2V output voltage
- 1500mAh built in battery
- USB Type-C 1A charging
Design & Build Quality
Dimensions-wise, the Voopoo Argus Z2 measures 90.3mm x 27.5mm x 15.3mm. What has impressed me is just how light this device feels in the hand and I barely notice it in my pocket!
The device is constructed from Plastic and Stainless steel with a 3D laser etched design that has a delicate patterned texture. Edges on the device are rounded so that it sits comfortably in the palm of my hand.
Argus pods connect magnetically to the device and are held firmly in place, with no noticeable wobble present and the connection is solid.
Overall, I wouldn’t say that the build quality is premium, but it does the job for a device such as this one.
Quick Start Guide
How To Fill The Pod
A 0.7ohm Argus top fill pod comes in the kit and you can actually fill the pod up without needing to remove it from the device.
The filling port is located near the top of the pod on the side and you lift up the silicone cover to reveal the filling port. Fill the pod up with your e-liquid of choice.
Make sure to let the e-liquid sit in the pod for five minutes if you are filling up a fresh pod for the first time. This allows the cotton in the coil to absorb the e-liquid fully, prolonging the lifespan and cutting down on the risk of nasty dry or burnt tasting puffs.
The design of the pod also means that you can see exactly how much e-liquid you have left in the pod at a glance.
Operation
Voopoo have designed the Argus Z2 to be a pick up and play device and there’s no buttons to be found here.
Simply take an inhale on the device mouthpiece to fire it and that is pretty much it!
There’s a basic LED on the front of the device, which glows White when vaping. It will change to Red when the battery is about to run out.
Charging
A USB-C charging port is located on the side of the device, compatible with a 5V/1A charging rate.
This does mean that charging from a flat battery isn’t the quickest, given the 1500mAh battery capacity and a full charge can take around 45 minutes.
I would have loved to have seen the addition of 2A fast charging here. It was a feature present on the Argus P1s, which would speed up that charging time further!
Safety Features
Seven safety features are built into the Argus Z2. These are: 5 second vaping cut off, short-circuit protection, overcharge protection, output over-current protection, low battery protection, overheating protection and max power protection.
How Does The Voopoo Argus Z2 Perform?
You get a 0.7ohm Argus Top Fill pod included in the kit, which sets you up nicely for a mouth to lung (MTL) vape. It provides great performance with 10mg and 20mg nicotine salt based e-liquids.
The Argus Z2 is compatible with existing Argus pods. You can also use the 0.4ohm and 1.0ohm Argus Top Fill pods, as well as the 0.7ohm and 1.2ohm standard Argus pods. This gives you a good choice of different styles of pod to experiment with.
Power output is fixed, with the Argus Z2 able to output a maximum of 20W. The power output steadily decreases in line with the battery charge decreasing. However I didn’t notice a drastic drop off in power output until the battery was almost empty. It’s a pretty consistent vape throughout.
Flavour
I’ve got to say, in this price range for a refillable pod system, this is one of the most flavourful vapes that you are going to get.
These are set up for long and slow mouth to lung draws. Really allowing me to savour the flavour of my e-liquids, but they also work equally well for shorter puffs.
The flavour delivery is absolutely spot on with Argus pods and these really do excel with fruity, nicotine salt based e-liquids.
Pod Lifespan
I’m quite well versed with Argus pods, having used them in a number of different Argus devices in the past. These have some of the longest lifespan out of any pod on the market today, saving you from having to repeatedly purchase new pods.
I’ve averaged around a week and a half to two weeks from a single Argus pod, with no leaks and barely any condensation build up at all. These can be quite thirsty on e-liquid however, especially if you are chain vaping!
Airflow
The airflow is fixed on the Argus Z2, providing a mouth to lung vape, although there’s some thought in the design and placement of the airflow holes.
They’ve been placed to provide airflow directly through the base of the pod. Also handily their positioning means that you shouldn’t accidentally cover up the device airflow inlet slots when using the Argus Z2.
This is a bit of an annoying issue that I’ve encountered on quite a few pod systems in the past and thankfully I didn’t have a problem with that when using the Argus Z2.
Unless you’ve got massive hands, you shouldn’t have any issues with accidentally covering up the airflow slots!
Battery Life
I’ve got to say, the 1500mAh battery really does power you through extended vaping sessions.
I’m usually pretty happy if I get a full day’s use out of a refillable pod system such as this one. But the Argus Z2 gets even longer than that for me!
I’ve managed almost three days from it when using it in rotation with another device and I vape pretty heavily!
Pros
- Easy to use
- Great battery life
- Budget refillable pod system
- Excellent pod lifespan
- Very good flavour
- Wide range of compatible pods
- Can refill the pod without having to remove it
Cons
- Charging isn’t the fastest
- Cannot adjust airflow or output power
- Basic LED light indicator
Final Verdict
The Voopoo Argus range has grown to offer a huge amount of different vaping options and the Argus Z2 is a solid, entry-level addition to this excellent range.
It gives people a way into refillable pod systems at a very competitive price. The Argus Z2 is available in the UK for under £10 at most online retailers that I’ve seen, which gives you a lot of device for your money.
That is less than the cost of two disposable vapes, for a device which will serve you far longer!
But, the Argus Z2 doesn’t only just serve as an entry level pod system. This would also make for a great backup device for a more experienced vaper. Especially if you are after a budget device with great battery life to take with you on a weekend away.
For under £10 you are getting a kit compatible with the excellent Argus pod family, so you’ll benefit from excellent flavour and some of the best pod longevity on the market.
Many thanks to Voopoo for sending the Argus Z2 in for review, this is available to purchase now!
