Hello again ECF! innokin was kind enough to send out their new Klypse Zip pod kit along with their new Endura S1 pod kit for review. Today we'll be focusing on the Klypse Zip. For those of you that are unfamiliar with the original Klypse pod device, I did a review for it back in May of 2022 which can be found here. The original Klypse won several awards in many different vape competitions due to the innovative and hygienic nature of its design. You can expect much of the same in the new Klypse Zip with a few things changed around - most noticeably, the form-factor and ability to use multiple different resistances including a pre-filled pod option. This review will take a closer peek at the changes that have been made allowing you to decide which Klypse device is better suited for your needs.
I want to thank Alisa (@Innokin_timmy) and Innokin for providing the Klypse Zip for this review. As a reviewer, this critique will be conducted in a fair and honest manner. I encourage you to go over and visit Innokin's site to find out more about the Klypse Zip, original Klypse, and Klypse C1 pre-filled cartridges which are all fully compatible with one another.
Alright, let's take a looksie!
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• SITE OVERVIEW •
Colors Options:
> Scarlet
> Mint
> Indigo
> Charcoal
> Blush
> Purple
> Pearl
> Graphite
Key Features:
> Dust-proof Cap
> Great Price-Performance Ratio
> New 1.2Ω Refillable Mesh Coil Pod
> New 1.7Ω pre-filled Coil Pods (16 flavors)
> Compact Design
Specs:
Dimensions: 67.8 x 44.5 x 17.0 mm
Body Construction: Aluminum Alloy
Battery Capacity: 650mAh
Pod Capacity: 2mL
Wattage Range: Klypse Pod 1.2ohm (10W); Klypse Pod 0.8ohm (14.5W)
Coil Material: Mesh Coil
Resistance: 0.8ohm ~ 3.5ohm
Fill Method: Side-Fill
Light Indicator: LED
Activation: Auto-Draw
Special Feature: Dust-proof Protective Cap
Charging: 0.75A / DC5.0V USB-C Charging
Safety Features: Over-discharge, Short-circuiting, Overheating, and Low voltage protections
User Level: Suitable for both Beginners and Experienced Vapers
Package Contents:
1x Klypse Zip Battery (650mAh)
1x Klypse Pod (2mL / 1.2ohm)
1x Klypse Zip Protective Cap
1x Quick Guide
• REVIEW TESTING & OBSERVATIONS •
Intro:
The Innokin Klypse Zip comes in a very small and simple package. For the first time in a very long while, Innokin has decided to use use non-recycled materials for their product packaging. However, everything in the packaging itself is recyclable which I'm glad to see. The kit comes with the very basics of what you would need to start vaping with the exception of a charging cable and vape juice. Unless this is your very first vape product purchased in the last 2 years or so, and you're not an Android phone user, then I don't see much of an issue with not including a USB Type-C cable. I think USB-C cables are quite plentiful now being used in many of today's rechargeable products. A few years ago I might have dinged a vape kit for this, but I don't really see that being an issues these days. It is something worth noting, though.
Another thing to note is that this kit only comes with a single 1.2Ω coil pod. I prefer to see vape kits come with a backup coil/coil pod simply because as a new person to vaping, it's very easy to roast your first coil/coil pod. Heck, as a veteran, I still sometimes roast a brand new coil simply from being absent-minded. So, would I consider this a starter kit? Eh, kind of. Yes it has all the things you'd need to start vaping minus the charging cable and spare coil/coil pod, but for a brand new vaper, you need to make sure you do have a USB-C cable and wait 3-5 minutes when filling the coil pod to properly absorb into the coil before you start vaping.
Also note that there is a hook for a lanyard, but there is no lanyard provided with this kid. You can make one very easily using fishing line or kite string if you wish to make one.
The Klypse Zip Pod Battery/Mod:
I'm assuming the "Zip" part of the name comes from looking like a Zippo lighter when the cap is being used. It would have been pretty cool if the top cap hinged open like a Zippo. There was a point in time when Zippo lighters were the fidget spinners of the 90's. Regardless, you can simply make a hook and loop connector with a string using a knot at the top of the cap if you're concerned about losing the cap. That is one major difference between the Klypse Zip and the original Klypse - there's no magnet to hold the cap anywhere which is, in my opinion, what made the original Klypse so unique.Another thing to note is that this kit only comes with a single 1.2Ω coil pod. I prefer to see vape kits come with a backup coil/coil pod simply because as a new person to vaping, it's very easy to roast your first coil/coil pod. Heck, as a veteran, I still sometimes roast a brand new coil simply from being absent-minded. So, would I consider this a starter kit? Eh, kind of. Yes it has all the things you'd need to start vaping minus the charging cable and spare coil/coil pod, but for a brand new vaper, you need to make sure you do have a USB-C cable and wait 3-5 minutes when filling the coil pod to properly absorb into the coil before you start vaping.
Also note that there is a hook for a lanyard, but there is no lanyard provided with this kid. You can make one very easily using fishing line or kite string if you wish to make one.
The Klypse Zip Pod Battery/Mod:
As you can see above, I received the Charcoal colorway. The specs only mention aluminum alloy for the construction material, but I want to make clear that there's both plastic and aluminum alloy used in the Klypse Zip which is pretty common for pods these days. The part you hold in your fingers when you vape has a nice aluminum feel to it with a solid matte black finish. I'm not quite sure what the knurling on the top portion of the body is for, but it has a nice matching aesthetic with that of the dust-proof cover.
On the bottom of the pod battery is where you'll find the USB Type-C charge port which is advertised to charge at 0.75A. My testing found the charge speed to be around 0.6 and 0.7A which is pretty close. I appreciate Innokin's honesty here, because it really frustrates me when companies advertise 1A or 2A, and it only charges at 0.7A. Say what mean, and mean what you say. Also note that the battery size is 650mAh, a slight drop in battery capacity from the 700mAh battery found in the original Klypse. However, with the introduction of the 1.2Ω refillable pod, that should more than offset the slight loss in battery capacity by using only 10W with the 1.2Ω coil pod instead of 14.5W with the 0.8Ω coil pod - you will get slightly longer battery life with this configuration and even longer battery life using the original Klypse pod battery.
I received a response from Innokin about whether or not the original Klypse pod battery auto-adjusts its power output for the refillable 1.2Ω coil pod and 1.7Ω pre-filled pods and the response was yes, it does. I am adjusting this portion of the review to properly convey that. All of the coil pods are forward and backwards compatible with one another, so that is great to see.
On the top of the battery, you can see the two brass/gold-plated positive and negative spring-loaded connectors as well as the auto-draw sensor and the magnets that hold pod in. This device is only activated by auto-draw, so be sure to keep this area clean if you happen to find yourself with a leaking issue - I did not experience any leaking during my testing period. The results were the same with the original Klypse, as well.
The hole in the cap was obviously put there in case you want to use a lanyard, but it makes me question just how dust-proof it is. While I've personally not had any issues with dust getting into the mouthpiece, it certainly raises the question.
Below the Innokin branding, there is a very small LED indicator. When not plugged in, this LED will light up after a puff indicating the battery is at >30% when green, between 10 and 30% when yellow, and below 10% when red. When plugged in to charge, this will illuminate red until it reaches 90% battery in which it will turn green. When fully charged, the light will turn off. The LED will also activate using flash signals when safety features are encountered. To understand these safety features better, refer to the included User Manual. The Klypse Zip does not support pass-through vaping (even though you can puff for like a second before it auto-shuts off), but the USB-C charge port does allow the use of a 3.0 QC (quick charging) cable. It will still charge at the tested and verified 0.6 to 0.7A.
The Klypse Pod:
I'm not going to go too far into the Klypse pod simply because the only discernible difference between this pod and the pod that comes in the original Klypse kit is the blue refill tab, instead of it being black. The minimum juice line, shape of the mouthpiece, and the airflow inlets are all exactly the same. If you're interested in knowing more about the pod, please check out my review of the original Klypse, here.
The pods have absolutely no problem staying in the pod mod even if you drop it. The magnets hold it in place very well. I would recommend pulling the pod out by squeezing the ends of the pod instead of by its sides, but whatever works best for you.
As I mentioned above, the blue refill tab on the pod tells you that you're using the newer Klypse coil pods that either come with a 0.8Ω coil or a 1.2Ω coil. This is shown in the top right photo above, listed at the bottom of the pod.
The refill opening is large enough to easily fit a 120mL Chubby Gorilla bottle nozzle inside of it, so no concerns there.
What kind of airflow does the 1.2Ω coil pod have? I'd categorize it in the slightly loose MTL bracket, very similarly to the 0.8Ω coil pod that came with the original Klypse kit. For those that are or were previous smokers, this would equate to about that of an unpacked cigarette.
How's the flavor output? Flavor output for the 1.2Ω coil pod that came with the kit is about on par with pretty much any other top tier MTL pod device available on the market right now. Absolutely no leaking what-so-ever in the 3 or so weeks I've had this device, and it's been stored right-side up and on its side for very long durations at a time.
Klypse C1 Flavor Options:
> Strawberry Watermelon
> Peach Ice
> Pink Lemonade
> Classic Tobacco
> Vanilla Custard
> Tangerine
> Mango Passion Ice
> Lemon Tart
> Mango Milk
> Jungle Juice
> Iced Cosmic
> Blueberry Bubble Gum
> Sour Berries
> Blueberry Grape
> Cherry Lemonade
> Rose Lychee
The Klypse C1 pre-filled pods come available in 16 different flavor profiles. These come in nic strengths of 2% (20mg/mL) and 0% (0mg/mL) and offer up to 600 puffs each. These pods use a 1.7Ω coil, so to maximize battery life, this would be your best option in terms of puffs per battery discharge.
I received a package of 2x Cherry Lemonade pre-filled pods and from what I can tell, 600 puffs is accurate enough. Again, I'm glad that Innokin was practical about this, because I keep seeing disposables and now pods offering up to 13,000 puffs per coil (the new Vaporesso Eco Nano) and I simply will not endorse that kind of false advertisement. It's 100% fake until proven otherwise.
A bit of a side tangent, but a big reason we look to Mooch when it comes to battery performances is because he's forcing battery companies to give true specs, or recommends people simply don't buy their products. I am cut from the same cloth and recommend the same - I cannot stand false advertisement and will call it out when I see it. I appreciate Innokin for being consistently accurate with their performance specs.
The airflow for the Klypse C1 pre-filled pods is very similar to the 1.2Ω refillable pod. I'd also put this in the category of a loose MTL.
The flavor profile from the Cherry Lemonade is quite good. I can taste both the cherry and the lemonade, and the inhale carries a strong mint/menthol kick. The exhale is where you'll pick up both the cherry and the lemonade. For a 2% nic concentration, I think this puffs pretty well.
• CONCLUSION •
(Pictured left to right: New 1.2Ω Klypse Pod, Klypse Zip, OG Klypse)
There really isn't anything I can speak poorly about when it comes to the Innokin Klypse Zip. When compared to the original Klypse device, we pretty much only lose the magnetic top which I was a bit surprised about, but it has been replaced with the potential for a lanyard. I think the magnetic top was probably one of the biggest reasons the original Klypse won so many awards in 2022 - it was just really convenient. I'm also wondering about the hole in the cap for people using it in really dusty/dirty conditions. I don't work in any conditions like this so I cannot attest to how resilient it is against dust/dirt, but I'm wondering if there might have been other options to still allow a hook for the lanyard w/out drilling a hole in the top. In time, I'm sure we'll hear about it if it becomes an issue. I believe Innokin thoroughly tests their products though, so I'm going to guess that they've already come to a positive conclusion on this.
With the release of the Klypse Zip, comes the new 1.2Ω coil pod as well as the 1.7Ω pre-filled C1 pod, both siblings being added to the Klypse pod family (along with the older 0.8Ω coil pod) providing you with a wider range of preferential use - you can use refillable pods or pre-filled. On the road, I've found both of these pods to perform very well over longer road trips, using lower wattages to provide a similarly tasteful vape as the previous Klypse. Regardless of which Klypse battery/pod mod you use, you have a few more options to choose from, now.
Would I recommend purchasing this if you already have the original Klypse? If you don't mind losing the magnetic top in exchange for a different, shorter form-factor. Both are great choices in their own way, and for a great price.
++ PROS ++
> Smol/very pocket friendly
> Refillable 0.8Ω/1.2Ω coil pods and 1.7Ω pre-filled pod options
> 16 different pre-filled pod flavors
> "Dust-proof" cap
> Leak-free
> Easy to refill
> Easy to set-up/operate
> 650mAh battery
> USB Type-C charge port (0.6-0.7A)
> Price-performance ratio
> Lanyard hook
- - CONS - -
> Only one coil pod comes in the kit
+- CONSIDERATIONS-+
> No USB Type-C charging cable in kit
> Coils not replaceable - whole pods gets tossed after use
> Lanyard hole in "Dust-proof" cap
> Loss of magnetized cap
> No pass-through vaping
> Draw variation is limited to a loose MTL
• Overall Rating •
9.0
And that's all folks! The Klypse Zip is truly a wonderful vape if you're looking for a new pod device. Whether you like to refill using your own juice, or are looking for a pre-filled option, the Zip has you covered. If I missed anything or you have any questions, feel free to leave a response or PM me. If you're wondering where you can purchase the Innokin Klypse Zip, you can find it here (not yet available as of this post), the refillable pods can be found here (3 pods/pack), and information about the pre-filled pods can be found here (I don't think they're available for purchase yet).
I want to mention again that my original post has been changed to reflect the corrections made to my original assessment of the OG Klypse pod battery. Both the Klypse and Klypse Zip pod batteries and all of the available pods are fully compatible with one another. Mix and match them as you please!
Again, I want to thank Alisa and Innokin for providing this product for review.
Thanks and happy vape hoarding!
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