Here today we have the kit version of the new Legend 5 in the Earth Brown colorway, g
raciously provided to me by Sourcemore for the purpose of this review. It's (unsurprisingly) got a lot more positive points than negative ones. I say unsurprisingly because after the Legend 3, I have had my faith in Geekvapes QC restored and this Legend 5 in my opinion, cements that view.
***Product Introduction***
GeekVape Aegis Legend 5 Box Mod Description:
Aegis Legend 5 Mod combines dual external 18650 batteries (not included) with the AS 4.0 chipset, delivering up to 200W max output with a rapid 0.01s light-activation. It boasts an IP68 tri-proof rating for water, dust, and drop resistance. The aeroflow texture, laser-etched detailing, and durable C-frame metal material make it sleek and ergonomic. Its 1.08" dynamic screen with customizable light strips ensures easy use in any lighting. There are multiple modes to tailor your vaping: Smart, Normal, Eco, Custom, TC. It is fit for Z Sub Ohm Tank 2021.
Specifications
Aegis Legend 5 Parameters:
Brand: GeekVape
Product Name: Aegis Legend 5 Mod
Battery Specification: 7.4V, external double battery 18650 (not included)
Working Modes: ECO/Smart/Normal/Custom/TC
Output Power: 5~200W
Maximum Output Current: 45A
Maximum Output Voltage: 12V
Charging Port: Type-C
Supported Resistance of Mod: 0.1~20
Display Screen: 1.08 inch, TFT color screen
Operating Temperature: 0~45°C
Storage Temperature: -20~60℃
Relative Humidity: 45~75%RH
Cooling Mode: Natural cooling
Compatible Tanks: Z Sub Ohm Tank 5, Z Sub Ohm Tank 2021, All Z Sub Ohm Tanks as well as the P (Poseidon) Tank
Colors: Racing Edition (Standard): Racing Gold, Turbo Red Regular Edition (Standard): Carbon Black, Twilight Blue, Frost Silver, Glacier Green, Aurora Rainbow, Earth Brown
***Features***
GeekVape Aegis Legend 5 Details:
1. Composed of Aegis Legend 5 Mod & Z Subohm Tank 5
2. Supports dual external 18650 batteries with 200W max power
3. AS Chip 4.0 to ensure 0.01 lighting activation and stable output
4. Multi modes: Smart, Normal, Eco, Custom, TC
5. 1.08'' ultra dynamic screen for convenient use
6. Tri-proof: waterproof, shock-resistant and dust-proof
7. A lock design to avoid accidental activation
8. Light control to flow with your mood and scene
9. VPU engineered for next-level efficiency
10. Aeroflow texture & laser-etched metal design
11. Adopts C-frame metal material
12. 5.5ml pod capacity, 7ml glass tube in the package
13. Compatible with GeekVape Z Series Coil/Z XM Coil
14. Top filling & top airflow for minimum leaking risk
15. Featuring enhanced taste & longer coil life
***Review***
I got the kit yesterday, along with a box of the new .15ohm XM (Boost Version) coils and a box of the OG .15ohm coils, and I gotta admit, despite the lower wattage range, the Boost Version coils punch out clouds better than an OG .15 at 89W. The mod is built much the same as my previous Legend 5 review. It's sturdy, can handle drops better than a Legend 3 could. It does feel a little more slick and might possibly be an issue point that when sweaty hands go to reach for it, it may slip out of your grasp and fall. Didn't experience that yet but it's possible as it has more of a clean racing feel to it. The spine where it says LEGEND 5 on it, is actually sewn on both sides which is a cool touch as well. Another feature carried over to the L5 from my personal L3 (may have been an early edition of L3) is the fact the top plate screws into an aluminum skeleton inside the mod. That said I do have a slight gripe with it. That is that they took away Boosting mode and replaced it with "CUSTOM" Mode. It functions sort of the same in terms of cloud production, but still would prefer to have Boosting mode added with Custom Mode. Another thing I wish they'd added, was the ability to change the screen animation when you vape on it. I mean I'm a huge fan Star Wars and the Hyperspace Lanes look when you vape on it, but not everyone will know that is where the screen animation came from though. Those 2 things are my only issues with the mod. One is personal preference, the other is not a personal preference as I actually enjoy it. Though others may not enjoy said animation. Now for the tank, I had a few issues with it. I mean it's absolutely gorgeous combined with the mod. The first is that it's another case of the drip tip installed prevents you from being able to fill it with anything more than a 60ml bottle of ejuice. With the tip installed, my 100ml bottle of Juice Head wouldn't pierce the protective cover that prevents splashback (little black rubber thing in the fill hole). Take out the drip tip and you'll have no issues filling it. Another issue is the fitment of said drip tip. It's a traditional 810 drip tip but the bottom of the tip seems to be shallower than normal, as all of my 820 tips ***do not*** sit flush when installed. The only one that sits flush is the one that comes on the tank. And my last gripe is that the coil that came installed (.2ohm XM Boost Version) leaked all my juice into the bottom reservoir causing me to get a dry hit and burn the coil. I took the tank apart, looked to see if it sit flush, which it did. I can only assume that the orings are too thin for it. That, or the orings are correct sizing, but shrunk and expanded during transit to me from Sourcemore. That issue was fixed thanks to the .15ohm XM Boost Version coil I popped in after cleaning out the tank. This may have just affected my tank, but in case it isn't and affects all the new kits, thought it was worth mentioning. Although after that, I can say it performs great. Great clouds, amazing flavor (better than the old .15ohm XM coils), and is pretty freaking solid build quality. Due to the tank issues, which understandably hold it back, I give it a solid 6.5/10. It would've been an 8 or 9 out of 10 if not for the issues I experienced with the tank. Granted, again those could have been just an issue with my kit specifically.
***Verdict***
If you're looking for a solid kit that's really good bang for the buck, and one that outperforms most kits in its class, look no further.