As part of their recent 8th anniversary celebrations, Voopoo have expanded their Drag line with the Voopoo Drag S3!
Voopoo are also releasing the Drag X3 alongside the S3, so I’ll also cover that off in the review!
Not only have Voopoo made some new additions to the Drag stable as part of their 8th anniversary celebrations, but they have also undergone an exciting brand refresh too which has attracted quite a lot of attention.
The Voopoo Drag S3 and X3 join some rather illustrious stable mates, such as the Drag 5, Drag S2 and X2, Drag H40 and the original Drag X and S.
What Can We Expect From The Voopoo Drag S3?
Voopoo’s Drag S3 looks to exceed beyond all expectations with a compact and secure premium pod mod!
A 3000mAh high-density battery breaks size limitations, delivering 25% longer vaping time in a compact device.
It is engineered for compact mobility without any compromises made, and features 5V/2A fast charging capabilities.
A 0.96″ ultra-clear TFT display is paired with a variety of stylish user interface themes, to deliver a vivid and more engaging visual experience, with key information available on-screen at a glance.
You have multiple ways to unlock and access the Drag S3, giving flexible options for every situation, and an intuitive capacitive touch activation unlocks the device with a tap- instantly securing it when released to prevent accidental burning.
Seven different stunning finishes can be chosen from, with a sculpted texture and smooth leather accent moulding perfectly to your hand and growing ever more refined every time that you use it.
Tank wise, the Drag S3 is compatible with Voopoo’s renowned top airflow PnP X Cartridge tank, giving you mouth to lung and direct to lung vaping options with the ability to swap coils in and out with ease.
An innovative leak proof chamber keeps e-liquid where it belongs, in the tank, to minimize mess and waste.
It is powered by the market-leading PnP X Platform, with PnP X coils able to sustain 100ml of e-liquid without any fading in flavour or coil burning. Just authentic and pure taste with each and every puff!
Before I begin the review, Voopoo wanted me to make you aware that the UK version of the Drag S3 and the X3 both come with a PnP X Cartridge DTL (direct to lung) tank, however the Drag S3 sample that I received for review comes with a PnP X Cartridge MTL (mouth to lung).
The MTL version will be sold separately in the UK.
I will however have a look at both the PnP X Cartridge MTL and DTL in this review as I have both of them!
Anyway, thanks to Voopoo for sending the Drag S3 (and the X3!) over to us to take a look at, all thoughts below are my own…
Kit Contents
I wanted to mention the new style of packaging that Voopoo have adopted as part of their brand refresh, and I must say that the presentation stands out even more than it did in the past!
The Drag S3 comes inside a neat all-white presentation box, with a predominantly yellow coloured sleeve and the iconic Voopoo infinity symbol standing out alongside a picture of the device. The contents are-
- 1x Voopoo Drag S3 Device
- 1x PnP X Cartridge (MTL or DTL depending on market)
- 2x PnP X coils (either 0.6ohm and 0.8ohm with MTL version, 0.15ohm and 0.3ohm with DTL version)
- Type-C cable
- User manual
Specifications
- 124.25mm x 33mm x 28mm dimensions
- Zinc Alloy/ Leather materials
- 5-60W output power
- 3.2-4.35V output voltage
- 0.1-3.0ohm resistance range
- 3000mAh high-density battery
- 5V/2A fast charging
- 0.96″ TFT screen
- Gene.TT smart chip
- Button capacitive touch activation
- Seven different finishes
- Customisable UI themes
- Six safety protections
- PnP X Cartridge DTL/ PnP Cartridge MTL compatible
- 5ml (non-TPD)/ 2ml (TPD) capacity
- Side filled
- Adjustable top airflow
- 510 drip tip threading
- Compatible with PnP X Coils
Design & Build Quality
Voopoo Drag S3 Device
I’ve had my greasy mitts on the Voopoo Drag S3’s predecessor, the S2, and the size profile is very similar so it felt instantly familiar.
In fact, the dimensions of 124.25mm x 33mm x 28mm are almost identical, even though the Drag S3 packs in a larger, 3000mAh high density battery!
The Drag S3 is an incredibly comfortable device to hold, and it is lighter than I expected it to be too, being constructed of zinc alloy and leather. 
Seven different finishes are available, you can pick from white, pink, green, blue, brown, metal gray or spray black.
Each finish has a different design embossed on it, giving the device a premium and high-end look. I received the spray black version for review and the carbon fibre style design on the leather is lovely, it is a stunning device to look at on the whole!
On the front of the device is a large display and the resolution is…uh fine I guess? It isn’t the highest definition screen that I have come across on a device but it does the job, displaying the information you need at a glance.
Though if I’m being picky, some of the numbers are a little on the small side (depending on the selected theme) and you may need to squint to see the battery level, puff count and coil resistance.
Above the screen is the firing button, which has capacitive technology, meaning that it wakes up just by placing your finger on it and instantly secures it when released to prevent accidental coil burning.
At the base of the screen is the up and down buttons as well as the Type-C charging port.
A magnetic connection is present on top of the device, and the Drag S3 is compatible with Voopoo’s PnP X Cartridge tank.
PnP X Cartridge
Voopoo’s PnP X Cartridge is a pod-styled tank and has both MTL and DTL specific options. The DTL version features large airflow intakes on either side of the tank, whereas the MTL version has smaller holes.
An airflow control ring on both types of PnP X Cartridge tank allows you to really fine tune the airflow to your desired setting, and the clear tank section allows you to see exactly how much e-liquid is left in the tank.
The tank features 510 threading on top, so you can switch out the drip tip for a different one of your choosing if you so wish.
Quick Start Guide
How to Fill the Tank
Before you do anything with your Voopoo Drag S3, you are going to want to fill the tank.
To do so, remove the PnP X Cartridge tank, locate the filling port on the side of it near to the base, open this up and fill away.
If you are filling with a brand new PnP X coil inserted then make sure you leave it for five minutes before vaping, to allow the coil to properly soak up the e-liquid. This cuts down on the risk of dry hits happening and prolongs the lifespan of your coil as a result.
Changing the coil
Voopoo’s PnP (Plug n Play) system is used on the PnP X Cartridge for swapping your coils in and out.
You just have to invert the tank, slide the old coil out and the new one in. The coil will sit flush with the base of the tank if it has been inserted correctly.
It’s best to do this whilst the tank is empty if possible otherwise it gets a bit messy!
Operation
First things first, turning the device on or off is done by pressing the fire button five times in quick succession.
To enter the menu, quick press the fire button three times, then use up and down to navigate the menu. Press fire to confirm. Menu options are as follows-
- MODE. This allows you to select the device mode. SMART uses the Gene.TT chipset to identify the best power output automatically based on the coil resistance. RBA lets you set any power output from 5-60W. ECO puts the device in power saving mode to conserve battery.
- THEME. Customise the UI with a choice of three different themes.
- ANIMATION. Turn the ‘flame vaping’ animation on or off.
- LOCK SETTING. Choose from three different unlock options. TOUCH LOCK uses the capacitive touch input, BUTTON LOCK will lock the device with two quick presses of the fire button, UNLOCK keeps the device unlocked.
- PUFF CLEAR. Resets the puff counter.
- EXIT. Exit the main menu and return to the homescreen.
Charging
5V/2A fast charging is supported here, and the charging port is located just below the screen so you can charge the Drag S3 either stood up or on its side.
A Type-C cable is included in the kit.
Whilst charging, if you press either the up or down button the charging status will be displayed on screen along with an approximation of how long it will take to fully charge.
Passthrough functionality is also present here, so you can vape whilst the Drag S3 charges but this will slow down the charging time.
Safety Features
- 8s vaping overtime protection
- Overtemperature protection
- Overcharge protection
- Low battery protection
- Output overcurrent protection
- Short circuit protection
Voopoo Drag X3
Launching alongside the Drag S3 is the Drag X3, which is another option for vapers that crave a little more power than what the S3 can provide.
There are a fair few similarities with the S3 and X3, and both are compatible with the PnP X Cartridge tanks.
However, rather than having a built in battery like the S3, the X3 can take either an 18650 or 21700 battery, and has a maximum power output of 80W as a result.
To accommodate a removable battery, the X3 is somewhat taller, and it also packs in a beautiful 1.66″ smart full colour touchscreen.
How Does The Voopoo Drag S3 Perform?
This little powerhouse has plenty of power in the palm of your hand, as it can output from 5-60W and supports coil resistances from 0.1-3.0ohm!
Thanks to smart mode, if you don’t want to mess around with different power output settings, you can let the device choose the best one for your coil but still tinker with the power if you are curious.
And there are guardrails in place too, so you won’t be able to accidentally set it to be powerful enough to burn the cotton in your coil!
However, if you want those guardrails down just switch the device to RBA mode and you can set the power output to whatever you fancy!
When it comes to tank selection for the Drag S3, Voopoo have opted for the tried and tested PnP X Cartridge tank which was present on the S2.
I’m really pleased with that decision as the PnP X Cartridge tank is still one of my favourites of all time, so it is definitely a case of ‘if it ain’t broke don’t fix it’!
The PnP X Cartridge tank is compatible with a whole host of PnP X coils, so there are a ton of different options available to suit all types of vaping styles.
PnP X Cartridge DTL
The PnP X Cartridge DTL is designed for higher powered vaping, and is the one that you will want if you are wanting to push the upper limits of what the Drag S3 is capable of.
It is best suited for use with higher VG freebase nicotine to get the best out of it, it’s a little too powerful for 10/20mg nicotine salt based e-liquid.
Flavour, honestly this tank delivers it in absolute spades. There are few other tanks out there that deliver the exceptional flavour quality that this one is capable of!
I first got to try this tank out with the Drag S2 and it has remained a longstanding favourite of mine.
I tried out the 0.15ohm and 0.3ohm coil in this and the flavour results were exceptional. The only downside is that these coils are very thirsty so you can find yourself getting through a fair amount of e-liquid on extended vaping sessions.
PnP X Cartridge MTL
The MTL version of the PnP X Cartridge isn’t quite as wild as the DTL version, but this is more for those that prefer a less powerful mouth to lung hit.
I vaped the 0.6ohm and 0.8ohm PnP coils in this one and again, I’m getting truly wonderful flavour from it. I found it great for vaping some of my more complex NET tobacco based e-liquids.
If you prefer nicotine salt based e-liquids, this will be the tank for you as the lower power and tighter airflow is better suited for those types of e-liquid.
Coil Lifespan
I’ve used the PnP X coils an awful lot over the past couple of years and these are some of the best out there when it comes to lifespan.
They will handle anything you can throw at them, and I still believe that the 100ml lifespan estimate from Voopoo is a little on the conservative side, as I have had plenty of PnP X coils that have lasted beyond that!
You’ll find that you spend far less on coils when using these, as the longevity of them is so good. They average around a week and a half when I am using them, and I vape heavily!
Airflow
At either side of the PnP X Cartridge DTL are two large airflow intakes, which can be adjusted with the buttery smooth airflow control.
This tank is capable of producing some serious, room-filling clouds with the airflow open and the power turned up, you have been warned!
Pleasingly, the tank manages to stay quite cool even when taking frequent puffs at high power settings. So no danger of burning your lips on this!
On the MTL version, the large airflow intakes are replaced by three individual airflow holes on each side of the tank.
When opened right up, this is still a little airy and borders on a restricted lung hit, but you can close the airflow slots right down to a cheek-suckingly tight MTL hit if you wish.
Battery Life
Voopoo have managed to cram a 3000mAh high-density battery into the small frame of the Drag S3, and this powers through heavy vaping sessions.
I was getting almost two days worth of vaping before I needed to recharge, that was when using the 0.3ohm coil at 40W. Of course, using the 0.15ohm coil does reduce battery life somewhat, especially when pushing the power output up to 60W.
Eco mode is also available, so if you are in a situation where you need to conserve battery, you can activate this mode and eke out a little more battery life.
Pros
- Fantastic looking device
- Excellent PnP X Cartridge produces phenomenal flavour
- Battery life for days
- Fast charging capabilities
- Offers MTL and DTL vaping options
- Compatible with a large range of different coils
Cons
- Tank needs to be removed to fill it
- Screen definition isn’t the greatest
- Very thirsty on e-liquid with some of the lower resistance coils
Final Verdict
Voopoo have taken the Drag S2 and delivered some adjustments and small quality of life improvements, making for an incredibly powerful, user friendly device that just delivers top notch performance.
The decision to continue with the PnP X Cartridge is an excellent one, as this is already compatible with a whole host of different coil options, offers MTL and DTL vaping options and most importantly, delivers some of the best flavour from a stock coil sub ohm tank that money can buy.
And Voopoo have designed a rock-solid, fantastic looker of a device too, with some incredibly attractive options available for purchase.
It is a user friendly kit too, you don’t have to delve deep into menu settings to get the best out of it, you can even let the device do the work for you if you so wish. Though there are some personalisation options available here!
There’s plenty of power available at your fingertips too, as most people won’t need to go up to the 60W maximum output, and if you aren’t vaping up at that range then you can take advantage of the excellent 3000mAh high-density battery and the battery life it offers.
If you are looking to step up from pod mods to something with a bit more of a kick, or are looking for another sub-ohm kit to add to your arsenal, then I can’t recommend the Drag S3 enough- Voopoo have done an outstanding job with this!
Many thanks to Voopoo for sending the Drag S3 in for review!
What are your thoughts on the latest Drag models from Voopoo? Let us know in the comments below!
Great Review ☺ their website says also has Auto Draw ??
did you manage to try it ??