Hello and welcome. It’s been a little while since I’ve done a review for innokin but here I am today with the innokin Klypse Zip that was sent to me by innokin in order to provide you with a fair and honest review. The Zip is a new version of the original Klypse that I reviewed in the past and liked very much. The original was more of a stick type pod with a magnetic cap where the Zip has more of a square shape and the dustproof cap is not magnetic. The Zip has a 650mah battery and comes with a 1.2 ohm empty pod but there are pre-filled pods available for purchase. The included pod has a capacity of 2ml which is pretty standard in the world of pods. The Klypse .8 ohm pods are compatible also with the Zip but not included. Unfortunately only one pod is included with the Zip and no charging cable is included. I assume this is to keep cost down on the kit.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
1pc Klypse Zip MOD (650mAh)
1pc Klypse Pod (2ml/1.2ohm coil installed)
1pc Klypse Zip protective cap
1pc Quick Start Guide
SPECIFICATIONS:
Dimensions: 67.8mm * 44.5mm * 17mm
Construction: Aluminum Alloy
Pod Material: PCTG
Charging: Type-C USB 5V/1A
E-liquid Capacity: 2.0ml Pod
Pods: Refillable, Non-replaceable 1.2 ohm Coil(10.0max)/0.8ohm mesh coil(14.5max)
Resistance range:0.8-3.5ohm
Coil Material: Kanthal A1 Mesh
Filling Method: Side Fill Port
Battery Specification: Internal 650mAh
Output Current: 5.0 Amps Max
Display: Concealed White LED (100%-30% Green,10-30%,yellow,less than the 10% Red)
Airflow: Fixed 2X Side Holes
Firing: Draw Activation Only
Cut-Off: 10 Seconds
Package: Gift Box
Colors Available: Charcoal, Graphite, Pearl, Indigo, Mint, Blush, Scarlet, Purple
FEATURES:
Compatible with Refillable and Pre-filled Pods.
2. The new 1.2ohm pod prolongs battery and coil life.
3. A small, convenient cap clips into place protecting the mouthpiece from dust.
4. Unmatched price-performance ratio.
5. LED power indicator
6. Premium quality and pocket-sized.
7. Lanyard compatibility for convenience on the go.
INITIAL THOUGHTS:
From the pictures I had seen, I thought the Klypse Zip was going to be much smaller than it actually was. It is kind of square in shape and similar in size to other “Nano” sized square pod devices that I have tried. I guess at 67.8mm * 44.5mm * 17mm it is really a rectangle more than a square but I think you understand where I’m coming from.
The packaging for the Zip is simple but nice. I believe that most if not all of the box is recyclable. The front has the Innokin and Klypse Zip names near the top followed by “Refillable pod kit” underneath letting you know what type of kit this is. I haven’t seen any but am guessing there will be kits with pre-filled pods available since they are offering different flavored pre-filled pods for purchase separately. Also on the front is a nice color picture of the Zip and the color version name. I received the Pearl version for my review. There are also three features with icons near the bottom of the front.
The back side of the box has a contents list which is just the Klypse Zip, one 1.2 ohm fixed coil pod, quick user guide, and a warning booklet. There is also a fairly lengthy warning on the back side followed by the company information. One side of the box does have an authenticity code in case you were wondering.
The bottom edges of the box has two paper stickers holding the tray inside in place that holds the Zip with the pod pre-installed. Innokin was also nice enough to include a two pack of the pre-filled pods in a Rose Lychee flavor. I have never liked floral flavors so had a feeling about these but went ahead and tried one. The flavor was pretty strong and just not for me. I like Lychee flavors but the Rose just didn’t agree with me.
The body of the version that I received is silver in color with a black dust cap. Unlike the original Klypse, the dust cover for the Zip is not magnetic. That was one of the features that really sold me on the original but can see why they didn’t do it on this one with as big as the dust cap is. You can see in the picture above that there is a loop molded on the right side where you can attach a lanyard if you like those. One is not included. The dust cap also has a hole in the top which I am guessing is to run the lanyard string through but to me is kind of counterproductive for those like myself that don’t use lanyards and just want to keep dust and pocket fuzz away from the pod. The hole is pretty small though so much shouldn’t get through. The cap is basically a pressure fit cap and stays on very well. It takes quite a bit of effort to pull it off.
The Zip has a 650mah battery with a charging rate of .75A which allows the battery to be fully charged in just under an hour. The Zip is auto draw only and there is no button and not airflow adjustment on the device. One welcome addition to the Zip that the original Klypse didn’t have is a battery indicator light. It does however seem odd to me that the light stays green until the battery is below 30%. To me that would make me want to charge the Zip as soon as the light turns yellow at 30%. Then it doesn’t turn red until the battery hits 10%. That battery level makes emergency lights go off in my head if it’s the only device I’m carrying with me. I would have liked to have seen a more even spread on the batter indicators.
As far as branding goes, the Innokin name is printed on one side while the Klypse Zip name is printed on the opposite side. It’s a little hard to see on the version that I received and appears to stand out more on darker colors.
The USB charging port is located on the bottom as well as the battery level indicator.
The pod opening on the Zip is pretty standard with two spring loaded plated contact that transfer power to the coil in the sealed pod. The coils are not replaceable. There is a magnet in opposite corners of the opening that hold the pod in place very securely. My hands are usually a little dry from my work and actually had some difficulty getting a grip on the pod and pulling it out of the opening. It was a mix of my hands and the portion of the pod protruding being smooth. There is also obviously the airflow sensor intake in the opening since it is auto draw only.
The single pod that comes with the Zip has a side fill port with a blue rubber plug. I had no difficulty filling the pod from a gorilla bottle without making a mess. I like the plug can be rotated out of the way while filling. The pod comes with a safety seal covering the coil connection to protect from accidental firing before filling.
The bottom of the pod has two magnets and two airflow inlet holes. When I looked at the bottom of the pod, the two holes looked to me like they were different sizes so I thought that perhaps there would be a difference in airflow depending on the way you insert the pod but I really couldn’t tell the difference. The 1.2 ohm Klypse pods have a fairly tight draw to them. I wasn’t sent any for the review but am told that the .8 ohm pods are also compatible but will obviously cut down on the battery life. What was included was a package of two pre-filled pods that are sealed and not refillable. In the third and fourth pictures below you can see the difference in the two pods and the difference in the mouthpiece shapes. The refillable pod is on the right in the last picture.
FINAL THOUGHTS:
Like other Innokin products that I’ve used before, the Innokin Klypse Zip has a feel of a quality made product to it despite being targeted as a starter kit for smokers. Let me start by saying what I don’t like or agree with. I never agree with only including one pod in any kit. Perhaps one 1.2 and one .8 ohm pod each could be included. Either that or one refillable and one pre-filled to get the person started. Secondly, I really feel like a charging cable should have been included. They are a dime a dozen and should be included in my opinion.
What I do like is the looks and design of the Zip. The dust cap is an excellent idea for a device like this that will most likely be carried by most people either in a pocket or purse. I also feel like the 1.2 ohm pod is a good choice for a device with only 650mah rated battery but like I said, should have come with two. The battery level indicator is a great addition but have issues with the large range on the green light not turning yellow until it is down to 30%. That’s just my personal opinion.
The Klypse Zip performed wonderfully. I decided to use a custard cream tobacco with the 1.2 ohm pod and the flavor production was very good. The draw on the pod is a little too tight for my tastes but should be a good fit for smokers making the switch. I tended to draw too hard on the pod and every once in a while would get a tiny bit of liquid. That was my own fault for wanting more airflow. I do wish an airflow slider could have been included in the design but it is a starter kit after all.
Overall the Klypse is a pretty good starter kit to help smokers make the switch but am not sure that seasoned vapers will enjoy it unless they prefer tight MTL or are just looking for a small device to pocket carry with high mg liquid for out and about.
I’d like to thank Innokin and Alisa for sending the Innokin Klypse Zip pod kit for my review. As always thanks to the readers for sticking it out to the end. Below is a link to the website where you can check out all of the wonderful Innokin products.
Klypse Zip - Vape Pod | INNOKIN®
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
1pc Klypse Zip MOD (650mAh)
1pc Klypse Pod (2ml/1.2ohm coil installed)
1pc Klypse Zip protective cap
1pc Quick Start Guide
SPECIFICATIONS:
Dimensions: 67.8mm * 44.5mm * 17mm
Construction: Aluminum Alloy
Pod Material: PCTG
Charging: Type-C USB 5V/1A
E-liquid Capacity: 2.0ml Pod
Pods: Refillable, Non-replaceable 1.2 ohm Coil(10.0max)/0.8ohm mesh coil(14.5max)
Resistance range:0.8-3.5ohm
Coil Material: Kanthal A1 Mesh
Filling Method: Side Fill Port
Battery Specification: Internal 650mAh
Output Current: 5.0 Amps Max
Display: Concealed White LED (100%-30% Green,10-30%,yellow,less than the 10% Red)
Airflow: Fixed 2X Side Holes
Firing: Draw Activation Only
Cut-Off: 10 Seconds
Package: Gift Box
Colors Available: Charcoal, Graphite, Pearl, Indigo, Mint, Blush, Scarlet, Purple
FEATURES:
Compatible with Refillable and Pre-filled Pods.
2. The new 1.2ohm pod prolongs battery and coil life.
3. A small, convenient cap clips into place protecting the mouthpiece from dust.
4. Unmatched price-performance ratio.
5. LED power indicator
6. Premium quality and pocket-sized.
7. Lanyard compatibility for convenience on the go.
INITIAL THOUGHTS:
From the pictures I had seen, I thought the Klypse Zip was going to be much smaller than it actually was. It is kind of square in shape and similar in size to other “Nano” sized square pod devices that I have tried. I guess at 67.8mm * 44.5mm * 17mm it is really a rectangle more than a square but I think you understand where I’m coming from.
The packaging for the Zip is simple but nice. I believe that most if not all of the box is recyclable. The front has the Innokin and Klypse Zip names near the top followed by “Refillable pod kit” underneath letting you know what type of kit this is. I haven’t seen any but am guessing there will be kits with pre-filled pods available since they are offering different flavored pre-filled pods for purchase separately. Also on the front is a nice color picture of the Zip and the color version name. I received the Pearl version for my review. There are also three features with icons near the bottom of the front.
The back side of the box has a contents list which is just the Klypse Zip, one 1.2 ohm fixed coil pod, quick user guide, and a warning booklet. There is also a fairly lengthy warning on the back side followed by the company information. One side of the box does have an authenticity code in case you were wondering.
The bottom edges of the box has two paper stickers holding the tray inside in place that holds the Zip with the pod pre-installed. Innokin was also nice enough to include a two pack of the pre-filled pods in a Rose Lychee flavor. I have never liked floral flavors so had a feeling about these but went ahead and tried one. The flavor was pretty strong and just not for me. I like Lychee flavors but the Rose just didn’t agree with me.
The body of the version that I received is silver in color with a black dust cap. Unlike the original Klypse, the dust cover for the Zip is not magnetic. That was one of the features that really sold me on the original but can see why they didn’t do it on this one with as big as the dust cap is. You can see in the picture above that there is a loop molded on the right side where you can attach a lanyard if you like those. One is not included. The dust cap also has a hole in the top which I am guessing is to run the lanyard string through but to me is kind of counterproductive for those like myself that don’t use lanyards and just want to keep dust and pocket fuzz away from the pod. The hole is pretty small though so much shouldn’t get through. The cap is basically a pressure fit cap and stays on very well. It takes quite a bit of effort to pull it off.
The Zip has a 650mah battery with a charging rate of .75A which allows the battery to be fully charged in just under an hour. The Zip is auto draw only and there is no button and not airflow adjustment on the device. One welcome addition to the Zip that the original Klypse didn’t have is a battery indicator light. It does however seem odd to me that the light stays green until the battery is below 30%. To me that would make me want to charge the Zip as soon as the light turns yellow at 30%. Then it doesn’t turn red until the battery hits 10%. That battery level makes emergency lights go off in my head if it’s the only device I’m carrying with me. I would have liked to have seen a more even spread on the batter indicators.
As far as branding goes, the Innokin name is printed on one side while the Klypse Zip name is printed on the opposite side. It’s a little hard to see on the version that I received and appears to stand out more on darker colors.
The USB charging port is located on the bottom as well as the battery level indicator.
The pod opening on the Zip is pretty standard with two spring loaded plated contact that transfer power to the coil in the sealed pod. The coils are not replaceable. There is a magnet in opposite corners of the opening that hold the pod in place very securely. My hands are usually a little dry from my work and actually had some difficulty getting a grip on the pod and pulling it out of the opening. It was a mix of my hands and the portion of the pod protruding being smooth. There is also obviously the airflow sensor intake in the opening since it is auto draw only.
The single pod that comes with the Zip has a side fill port with a blue rubber plug. I had no difficulty filling the pod from a gorilla bottle without making a mess. I like the plug can be rotated out of the way while filling. The pod comes with a safety seal covering the coil connection to protect from accidental firing before filling.
The bottom of the pod has two magnets and two airflow inlet holes. When I looked at the bottom of the pod, the two holes looked to me like they were different sizes so I thought that perhaps there would be a difference in airflow depending on the way you insert the pod but I really couldn’t tell the difference. The 1.2 ohm Klypse pods have a fairly tight draw to them. I wasn’t sent any for the review but am told that the .8 ohm pods are also compatible but will obviously cut down on the battery life. What was included was a package of two pre-filled pods that are sealed and not refillable. In the third and fourth pictures below you can see the difference in the two pods and the difference in the mouthpiece shapes. The refillable pod is on the right in the last picture.
FINAL THOUGHTS:
Like other Innokin products that I’ve used before, the Innokin Klypse Zip has a feel of a quality made product to it despite being targeted as a starter kit for smokers. Let me start by saying what I don’t like or agree with. I never agree with only including one pod in any kit. Perhaps one 1.2 and one .8 ohm pod each could be included. Either that or one refillable and one pre-filled to get the person started. Secondly, I really feel like a charging cable should have been included. They are a dime a dozen and should be included in my opinion.
What I do like is the looks and design of the Zip. The dust cap is an excellent idea for a device like this that will most likely be carried by most people either in a pocket or purse. I also feel like the 1.2 ohm pod is a good choice for a device with only 650mah rated battery but like I said, should have come with two. The battery level indicator is a great addition but have issues with the large range on the green light not turning yellow until it is down to 30%. That’s just my personal opinion.
The Klypse Zip performed wonderfully. I decided to use a custard cream tobacco with the 1.2 ohm pod and the flavor production was very good. The draw on the pod is a little too tight for my tastes but should be a good fit for smokers making the switch. I tended to draw too hard on the pod and every once in a while would get a tiny bit of liquid. That was my own fault for wanting more airflow. I do wish an airflow slider could have been included in the design but it is a starter kit after all.
Overall the Klypse is a pretty good starter kit to help smokers make the switch but am not sure that seasoned vapers will enjoy it unless they prefer tight MTL or are just looking for a small device to pocket carry with high mg liquid for out and about.
I’d like to thank Innokin and Alisa for sending the Innokin Klypse Zip pod kit for my review. As always thanks to the readers for sticking it out to the end. Below is a link to the website where you can check out all of the wonderful Innokin products.
Klypse Zip - Vape Pod | INNOKIN®
