Fill the 2ml pod through the port under the mouthpiece, click it in, wait a few minutes and inhale. The Xros Mini reads the pod and sets its own power, so there is nothing else to learn.
The short version
- Comes with a 1.2 ohm Xros pod and a USB-C cable.
- The device sets 11W or 16W automatically depending on the pod.
- It takes 0.6, 0.8, 1.0 and 1.2 ohm Corex pods, but not the 0.4 ohm.
- Use high PG or 50/50 e-liquid; nic salts work well.
What is in the box
The Vaporesso Xros Mini pod kit includes the device, one 1.2 ohm Xros pod, a USB-C cable and a user manual. The pod holds 2ml and has its coil built in, so there are no messy coil changes.
The battery is 1000mAh, enough for up to a day's vaping even at the device's 16W maximum. At 41g and just under 10cm tall, it is one of the lightest refillable kits around.
Unlike the prefilled kits, this one is refillable: you choose the e-liquid, the flavour and the nicotine strength, which usually makes it cheaper to run.
Filling the pod and first puff
The fill port sits underneath the mouthpiece. Pull the mouthpiece off, fill the pod up to just below the top, and push the mouthpiece back on firmly.
Now the important part: leave the filled pod for about five minutes before you vape. The cotton in a brand new coil needs time to soak, and a dry first puff can scorch it straight away.
Click the pod into the device and inhale. The Xros Mini is inhale activated with fixed airflow, giving a discreet MTL draw that is close to the feel of a cigarette.
- Remove the mouthpieceThe fill port is underneath it.
- Fill to just below the topUse a high PG or 50/50 liquid.
- Refit the mouthpiecePush it on firmly to seal the port.
- Wait five minutesLet the new coil soak fully.
- Click in and inhaleThe device fires as you draw.
Which pods fit and how power is set
The Xros Mini has no menu. It detects which pod you fit and sets the wattage to either 11W or 16W to suit it. Whether you use the included 1.2 ohm pod or a 0.8 ohm pod, you get a discreet MTL vape.
The device takes Vaporesso Xros Corex pods in 0.6, 0.8, 1.0 and 1.2 ohm. The 0.4 ohm Corex pod is not compatible, because it needs more power than this small device gives.
Lower resistance pods give an airier draw and a bit more vapour. Higher resistance keeps it tight and cigarette-like.
Picking the right e-liquid
The listing recommends high PG and 50/50 vape juices. These are thin enough to soak quickly into the small MTL coil, which keeps flavour bright and prevents dry hits.
Nic salt e-liquids are a natural fit because most are 50/50 and feel smooth at higher strengths. A 50/50 freebase gives a slightly sharper throat hit that some ex-smokers prefer. Nicotine is addictive, so pick a strength that matches what you already use.
Avoid thick 70/30 shortfills in this kit. They are made for sub ohm tanks and will wick too slowly through a 1.2 ohm coil.
50/50
Ideal: wicks quickly in MTL pods.
High PG 40/60
Thinner still, with a stronger throat hit.
70/30
Too thick for this kit.
Battery tips and three common problems
- Burnt first puff: the pod was not soaked. Fill it and wait five minutes before vaping; a scorched coil means replacing the pod.
- Leaking or gurgling: the pod was overfilled or the mouthpiece is not seated. Fill to just below the top and push the mouthpiece on firmly.
- Weak hits: the battery is low or the pod coil is ageing. Charge first; if it is still weak, fit a fresh pod.
Charge with the included cable before the battery is flat, and keep the device away from heat to protect the cell over time.
Who the Xros Mini suits
The Xros Mini suits people who want to move from prefilled pods to refillable ones without learning any settings. It is light, cheap, comes with a cable, and accepts most of Vaporesso's huge pod range.
If you want adjustable airflow, a screen or more power, the Xros 5 Mini and Xros 6 add those while using the same pods.
For a similarly simple refillable kit from another brand, the Uwell Caliburn range is the obvious rival, though its pods are not interchangeable with Xros pods. Read the Caliburn G3 Lite guide to compare.
Quick answers
Can I use 0.4 ohm pods in the Vaporesso Xros Mini?
No. The Xros Mini takes 0.6, 0.8, 1.0 and 1.2 ohm Corex pods, but not the 0.4 ohm version.
What wattage does the Xros Mini use?
It sets either 11W or 16W automatically depending on the pod fitted.
What e-liquid should I use in the Xros Mini?
High PG or 50/50 liquids, including nic salts. Avoid thick 70/30 shortfills.
Does the Xros Mini come with a cable?
Yes, a USB-C cable is included.
