REVIEWS
REVIEW BY BENEDICT ‘NED’ JONES
Device Specifications:
Dimensions:75mm x 32.5mm x 26mm
Materials: Polycarbonate + ABS
Battery capacity: Internal 2000mAh cell
Charging: USB, 1A
Power Output: 4.2V maximum
Pod One Specifications:
Dimensions: 38mm x 22mm
Materials: Stainless steel + Polycarbonate
Capacity: 2ml
Resistance: 1.2ohms
- Lightweight construction
- Good battery life for the size
- Simple operation
- Pod One needs 50/50 or thinner liquids
Mouth-to-lung vaping is back in a big way. We’ve talked about this ad
nauseam, but with a growing number of smokers making the transition to
vaping, it makes sense that devices optimised for low power output and high
nicotine strength e-liquids are now being developed and released at a higher
rate than ever. Pod systems like the JUUL and pseudo-pod systems like the
Aspire Breeze have seen great success, encouraging manufacturers to offer
kits that provide a simple, convenient and consistent experience.
Teslacigs are better known for producing rugged powerhouse devices more
suited to enthusiasts, but its 2018 and everyone seems to be diversifying their
line-up in an attempt to cater to growing demands for inconspicuous vaping.
The Falcons Pod One kit is a bit of an enigma. It’s part pod system, part
unregulated mod, which is an unusual combination to say the least. The
mod itself is very reminiscent of the much-loved WYE series of devices, with
lightweight ABS construction and a back to basics aesthetic. It has just one
button and an LED strip to indicate remaining battery life, and whether the
device is on or off.
Operating the Falcons is fool proof. Five successive clicks will lock or unlock
the device and holding the fire button will power your atomiser. Despite being
bundled with a pod tank, the Falcons does sport a standard 510 connection, so
you are able to use other atomisers, provided they have a resistance in excess
of 0.1ohms. The LED strip located on the front panel of the device glows blue
between 4.2-3.7V, after which it changes to red, telling the user that it’s time for
a charge.
Using the provided 1.2ohm pod tanks, a moderate user will easily get a full
day of use out of the internal 2000mAh cell. This, combined with the tiny
dimensions and super lightweight construction make it a solid choice for MTL
vapers who want an unobtrusive device that goes almost entirely unnoticed in
the pocket. Charging is reasonably quick at 1A and in my tests it took just over
an hour to go from flat to fully charged.
The replaceable Pod One pod/tank system that comes bundled with the kit is
an interesting proposition. The base has a 510 connection, allowing you to use
your pod with any other 510 device. The top section is a 2ml polycarbonate
refillable pod. Once it burns out, you simply replace it with a new one, which
may be a godsend for those with dexterity issues. The coil inside is rated at
1.2ohms and gives a warm, semi-restricted MTL vape. Flavour production is
about average for a pod style system, but certainly serviceable. Stick to 50/50
VG/PG e-liquids or thinner, as the tiny coils will struggle to keep up with more
viscous blends. Overall I was satisfied by the vape quality the Pod One put out.
The kit is a solid no-frills option for new vapers or those that need a small, light
MTL kit with good battery life.
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