Hello and welcome back for yet another review. Today I will be doing my best to provide you with a fair and honest review on the innokin Arcfire pod system that was sent to me by innokin. The Arcfire offers a 650mah internal battery with a charging rate of .75A/5V. It has a rated maximum output of 14.5 watts which I am assuming is what you should expect with the optional .8 ohm pod. The Arcfire comes with only one 1.2 ohm 3ml pod which is rated for 10 watts. There are actually four different pods available but really only two different resistances but two are 3ml like the ones I received and the other two are 2ml to accommodate TPD regulations. The Arcfire does have a fire button but can also be used as an auto draw device. However there isn’t an adjustable airflow on this one. I personally like to have the option of airflow adjustment.
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
• 1 Arcfire Pod System
• 1 Arcfire Pods 1.2 ohm
• 1 Type-C Cable
• 1 User Manual
SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES:
Size: 22.5×18.2×112.9mm
Battery: 650mAh (internal)
Display: LED indicators
Output: 3.4V constant
Type C USB charging – 0.75A charge rate
Resistance range: 0.8ohm minimum
Pods – Compatible with Arcfire pods – 1.2ohm & 0.8ohm
Pod Capacity: 3ml (Standard) / 2ml (TPD)
Side fill port
Draw activated
On / Off button
INITIAL THOUGHTS:
The packaging for the Arcfire is what I have become used to after seeing very similar packaging on the Klypse Zip which I reviewed recently. Innokin has committed themselves to using as much recyclable packaging materials as possible. For this reason there is not the usual plastic wrapper covering the boxes for the Arcfire. I received the Nebula Grey and Stellar black versions as samples for this review.
The front of the package has a nice color picture of the actual device contained inside. The Innokin and Arcfire names are located near the top of the face with the color version and the rating of 3ml/1.2 ohm printed in smaller font near the bottom. The back side of the box once again has the Arcfire name printed but in smaller font. It is for sale in the U.S. which is most likely due to the fact that it comes with a 3ml pod and 2ml is the TPD limit. Also a contents list is listed. I personally don’t care for the current trend of only including one pod in a kit. This one follows that trend and only comes with one 1.2 ohm Arcfire pod. It’s my opinion that every pod kit should come with two pods in case one is faulty. The Arcfire pod kit comes with the device, one pod, user guide, and a USB-C charging cable.
The Arcfire pod cartridge comes pre-installed in the Arcfire device but has a sticker covering the contacts to avoid accidental firing before filling the pod. The bottom of the pod has three silver magnets strategically placed that hold the pods in very securely. So securely in fact that sometimes it’s a little hard to pull the pod out for refilling. The 1.2 ohm pod that is included is clearly labeled on one side with the Innokin and Arcfire names as well as the coil resistance and the 3ml liquid capacity. The 3ml capacity is a nice improvement over the standard 2ml pods we usually see on most pod devices. However, the user manual suggests keeping the pod at least 1/3 full which means you’re still refilling the pod every 2ml of liquid used.
The fill port is located in the flat side of the pod opposite of the side with the labeling printed on it. There is an arrow on the molded rubber plug indicating where to lift the plug for filling. The opening is large enough to accommodate the tip of a 60ml gorilla bottle. The fill port is located near the center of the pod and with it on the flat side I find it rather awkward to fill. I personally don’t like the location of the fill port on this pod. Since the pod is tinted I had to pay close attention while filling with adequate lighting to avoid overfilling. Once filled, the pod will only go into the battery portion one way due to the molded portion that sticks out a little on one side. If you look closely at the last picture below you can see how there is a lip that sticks out a little from the body of the pod.
The Arcfire is a really nice looking pod device. It just screams quality when you hold it in your hand. I’m not surprised since when I think of Innokin, I think of quality made products. One side of the mod has the Innokin name etched into the body while the other side has the Arcfire name.
The pod opening has the usual two gold colored spring loaded contacts the transfer power to the coil in the pod. It also has matching magnets like the pod to hold the pod in place very securely. There is literally no chance of the pod coming out accidentally.
The USB-C charging port is located on the bottom of the Arcfire. It only has a .75A charging rate which is a little low in my opinion. So you’re looking at 45-50 minutes to charge the 650mah battery completely. There is a lighted ring on the bottom of the Arcfire that illuminates when taking a puff or when charging. There are also three single LED lights on the side with the power button to indicate battery level.
The side with the power button has a single airflow inlet above the power button. To turn the Arcfire on/off it takes three presses of the fire button. It really isn’t used for anything else so I’m a little surprised that a power button was included in the design.
FINAL THOUGHTS:
With the pod market being flooded constantly, it becomes more and more difficult for a pod device to stand out. I feel like Innokin did this by sticking with quality materials and giving the user the feeling that they are holding an expensive item. That being said, the proof is in the pudding and a pod can be the best looking/designed one ever but if it doesn’t vape well then it might as well be a paperweight.
Both of the kits that I received only came with one 1.2 ohm pod each. That’s a definite con in my book. Especially since there is a .8 ohm pod available for purchase separately. The kit should have come with one of each. Innokin did send a two pack of the .8 ohm pods for my review and I am glad that they did. I personally didn’t care for the flavor production on the 1.2 ohm pod. I made myself run five fills through it just to see if the flavor would improve with use but it really didn’t. I used a jelly donut mix in it that I’ve been vaping for a few weeks in a tank and I could barely tell it was the same mix once in the pod.
I was very grateful to have the .8 ohm pods that Innokin sent with the Arcfire samples. The flavor was a bit light at first but after about 1.5 fills the flavor improved. I was running a creamy custard tobacco mix in this one and it delivered respectable flavor for a pod. Not the best I’ve tried but it was decent. I felt like this one could have really shined with another 3-4 watts of output.
Overall, the Innokin Arcfire delivers decent flavor and vapor while having a really nice physical appearance. It’s honestly just not a good fit for my vaping style. I do keep a couple pods in my rotation but don’t see this one taking the place of either of those.
I’d like to thank Innokin for sending the Arcfire Pod kits and spare coils for this review. Thanks as always to the readers for making it to the end of another review. Below is a link to the Innokin website where you can see the Arcfire as well as the other quality made products that they manufacture.
ArcFire - Vape Pod | INNOKIN®
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
• 1 Arcfire Pod System
• 1 Arcfire Pods 1.2 ohm
• 1 Type-C Cable
• 1 User Manual
SPECIFICATIONS AND FEATURES:
Size: 22.5×18.2×112.9mm
Battery: 650mAh (internal)
Display: LED indicators
Output: 3.4V constant
Type C USB charging – 0.75A charge rate
Resistance range: 0.8ohm minimum
Pods – Compatible with Arcfire pods – 1.2ohm & 0.8ohm
Pod Capacity: 3ml (Standard) / 2ml (TPD)
Side fill port
Draw activated
On / Off button
INITIAL THOUGHTS:
The packaging for the Arcfire is what I have become used to after seeing very similar packaging on the Klypse Zip which I reviewed recently. Innokin has committed themselves to using as much recyclable packaging materials as possible. For this reason there is not the usual plastic wrapper covering the boxes for the Arcfire. I received the Nebula Grey and Stellar black versions as samples for this review.
The front of the package has a nice color picture of the actual device contained inside. The Innokin and Arcfire names are located near the top of the face with the color version and the rating of 3ml/1.2 ohm printed in smaller font near the bottom. The back side of the box once again has the Arcfire name printed but in smaller font. It is for sale in the U.S. which is most likely due to the fact that it comes with a 3ml pod and 2ml is the TPD limit. Also a contents list is listed. I personally don’t care for the current trend of only including one pod in a kit. This one follows that trend and only comes with one 1.2 ohm Arcfire pod. It’s my opinion that every pod kit should come with two pods in case one is faulty. The Arcfire pod kit comes with the device, one pod, user guide, and a USB-C charging cable.
The Arcfire pod cartridge comes pre-installed in the Arcfire device but has a sticker covering the contacts to avoid accidental firing before filling the pod. The bottom of the pod has three silver magnets strategically placed that hold the pods in very securely. So securely in fact that sometimes it’s a little hard to pull the pod out for refilling. The 1.2 ohm pod that is included is clearly labeled on one side with the Innokin and Arcfire names as well as the coil resistance and the 3ml liquid capacity. The 3ml capacity is a nice improvement over the standard 2ml pods we usually see on most pod devices. However, the user manual suggests keeping the pod at least 1/3 full which means you’re still refilling the pod every 2ml of liquid used.
The fill port is located in the flat side of the pod opposite of the side with the labeling printed on it. There is an arrow on the molded rubber plug indicating where to lift the plug for filling. The opening is large enough to accommodate the tip of a 60ml gorilla bottle. The fill port is located near the center of the pod and with it on the flat side I find it rather awkward to fill. I personally don’t like the location of the fill port on this pod. Since the pod is tinted I had to pay close attention while filling with adequate lighting to avoid overfilling. Once filled, the pod will only go into the battery portion one way due to the molded portion that sticks out a little on one side. If you look closely at the last picture below you can see how there is a lip that sticks out a little from the body of the pod.
The Arcfire is a really nice looking pod device. It just screams quality when you hold it in your hand. I’m not surprised since when I think of Innokin, I think of quality made products. One side of the mod has the Innokin name etched into the body while the other side has the Arcfire name.
The pod opening has the usual two gold colored spring loaded contacts the transfer power to the coil in the pod. It also has matching magnets like the pod to hold the pod in place very securely. There is literally no chance of the pod coming out accidentally.
The USB-C charging port is located on the bottom of the Arcfire. It only has a .75A charging rate which is a little low in my opinion. So you’re looking at 45-50 minutes to charge the 650mah battery completely. There is a lighted ring on the bottom of the Arcfire that illuminates when taking a puff or when charging. There are also three single LED lights on the side with the power button to indicate battery level.
The side with the power button has a single airflow inlet above the power button. To turn the Arcfire on/off it takes three presses of the fire button. It really isn’t used for anything else so I’m a little surprised that a power button was included in the design.
FINAL THOUGHTS:
With the pod market being flooded constantly, it becomes more and more difficult for a pod device to stand out. I feel like Innokin did this by sticking with quality materials and giving the user the feeling that they are holding an expensive item. That being said, the proof is in the pudding and a pod can be the best looking/designed one ever but if it doesn’t vape well then it might as well be a paperweight.
Both of the kits that I received only came with one 1.2 ohm pod each. That’s a definite con in my book. Especially since there is a .8 ohm pod available for purchase separately. The kit should have come with one of each. Innokin did send a two pack of the .8 ohm pods for my review and I am glad that they did. I personally didn’t care for the flavor production on the 1.2 ohm pod. I made myself run five fills through it just to see if the flavor would improve with use but it really didn’t. I used a jelly donut mix in it that I’ve been vaping for a few weeks in a tank and I could barely tell it was the same mix once in the pod.
I was very grateful to have the .8 ohm pods that Innokin sent with the Arcfire samples. The flavor was a bit light at first but after about 1.5 fills the flavor improved. I was running a creamy custard tobacco mix in this one and it delivered respectable flavor for a pod. Not the best I’ve tried but it was decent. I felt like this one could have really shined with another 3-4 watts of output.
Overall, the Innokin Arcfire delivers decent flavor and vapor while having a really nice physical appearance. It’s honestly just not a good fit for my vaping style. I do keep a couple pods in my rotation but don’t see this one taking the place of either of those.
I’d like to thank Innokin for sending the Arcfire Pod kits and spare coils for this review. Thanks as always to the readers for making it to the end of another review. Below is a link to the Innokin website where you can see the Arcfire as well as the other quality made products that they manufacture.
ArcFire - Vape Pod | INNOKIN®
