It would seem that after the release of Drag 2 and Drag Mini, Voopoo could have stopped for a while to enjoy the sales of these devices. But this manufacturer clearly made a decision not to slow down and firmly take a few lost positions in the vape market. Over the past couple of months in the social networks actively advertised a new device joint work Voopoo and Woody Vapes, which they prophesied great future – X217. Now it is difficult to say whether it is true or not, but we can say for sure that the box mod came out very decent, productive, functional and executed in an ergonomic design (not a brick). In the development were involved not only specialists Voopoo, which is more engaged in providing a decent device chipset, but Woody Vapes they have clearly worked on the ergonomics and appearance, although the similarity with some products from Voopoo is still traced (it is very similar to the VMate).
General Information
X217″ box mod created jointly by Voopoo and Woody Vapes, which is a device that runs on two batteries 21700/20700/18650, and running the popular and productive 32-bit GENE chip. This device will please many vapers not only with its performance and functionality, but also with its compact size and carefully designed ergonomics. Canadian vape shop montreal The ability to run on different types of batteries will give the vaper enough autonomy. For now the company Voopoo offers it in two colors steel and gun metal, but knowing the peculiarities of the company, we can expect more colors of the device in the near future.
The package
Expect from the box mod middle-class something unique and supernatural is not necessary, but still in the brand box Voopoo and a few small black boxes can be found:
Voopoo “amp; Woody Vapes X217 box mod;
Adapters for using 18650 batteries;
USB cable for charging;
Detailed instruction manual in English with pictures;
Warranty card.
Appearance and Design
The X217 is eye-catching right away, and even when not turned on it reminds me a bit of the VMate with its somewhat rounded shape. Naturally, due to the possibility to use 21700/20700 batteries, it is a little bigger than many mods with 18650 batteries, but the size is not critical, because the manufacturer has taken care of the maximum fit of all elements of the device. It is worth noting the quality of the assembly, everything fits perfectly, and even a small backlash of the batteries in the battery compartment is not critical. Thanks to the rounded edges, the mod has excellent ergonomics, which cannot fail to please.
The box mod is made of zinc alloy, so fans of lightweight devices should not look in its direction. But at the same time it is quite weighty and productive, especially with the battery 21700/20700. In addition, the manufacturer has provided side inserts of carbon-like material, as well as there is a panel of acrylic, made in the familiar style Voopoo.
The Fire button is located on the front panel, clicks easily enough, with a little audible click, but without backlash and flutter. An important plus of X217 can be considered its versatility regarding the use of batteries can be installed battery 21700, 20700 and 18650 with an adapter. But you should be prepared for the fact that the batteries are a little bit loose in the compartment is an obvious flaw of the manufacturer. Batteries can be charged with a USB connector with a current of 1.3-1.5A.
It is worth noting the landing pad for atomizers it is steel, with the ability to install tanks or dripok diameter of up to 30 mm, and this is not the limit.
Board and functionality
Voopoo provided X217 with its proprietary board, which has already gained popularity among vapers in other GENE devices. But, unlike the chip used in Drag, installed in the X217 does not work as vigorously, but this point can be noticed only by experienced vapers who care about hundredths of the current and voltage to get the maximum result. Most vapers have no questions about the work X217 all work steadily and without any complaints, especially since it picks up winding from 0.05 ohms.
The device can be used in several familiar vape modes: variwatt, varivolt, thermocontrol. Voopoo X217 has a fairly large color display, where you can not only find all the necessary data, but also access the menu that allows you to set the mode, including the settings of curves. It is controlled by a button, made in the form of a rocker, which is quite convenient and pleasant to use.
The designers of the company have provided and a small decor box mod around the display there is a LED strip, the color of which can be set manually, and it can work both continuously and when you press the button.
Conclusions and impressions
Voopoo “amp; Woody Vapes X217 box mod, which is definitely worthy of attention, as the joint work of the two companies will allow the vaper to get an interesting and productive device. There are a number of questions to it regarding small flaws, but the merits in it are much more, and many vapers will like the design, performance, functionality and versatility of the device.
Advantages and disadvantages
Disadvantages
The batteries in the battery compartment are loose;
The Fire button is not very convenient;
The backlighting works according to a rather strange algorithm;
The current output does not exceed 35A;
The painting of the device is not the best.
Advantages
Ergonomic design;
Variability in the use of batteries;
Productive board, picking up 0,05 Ohm;
Multifunctional menu;
Ease of use and setup;
Ability to use large diameter atomizers;
Large color display.