About the Vaporesso XROS 5
The XROS 5 is the fifth generation of Vaporesso's flagship refillable pod kit and the most feature-rich XROS device to date. It builds on the XROS 4 with a 50% battery increase (1000mAh to 1500mAh), a new 0.88" colour display, faster 3A USB-C charging, and the latest COREX 3.0 pod technology. Despite the upgrades, the device weighs just 73.7g and fits easily in a pocket or bag.
The XROS 5 sits in a different category to the XROS 5 Mini. Where the Mini is draw-only with no screen and auto output, the XROS 5 gives you a colour display, a fire button for dual activation, and three selectable power modes. It is the right choice for vapers who want visibility into their battery and wattage, and the ability to adjust performance to match their e-liquid and pod.
XROS 5 Specs
| Spec |
Detail |
| Battery |
1500mAh |
| Charging |
USB-C 3A fast charge, 0-100% in approximately 30 minutes |
| Output |
5-30W, three modes: Eco, Normal, Power |
| Display |
0.88" colour TFT screen, 6 themes: Space, Watch, Rainbow, Black, White, Pink |
| Activation |
Dual: auto-draw and fire button |
| Airflow |
Adjustable slider, tight MTL to RDTL |
| Pod capacity |
2ml (TPD compliant), top-fill |
| Pod compatibility |
Full XROS series: 0.4 / 0.6 / 0.8 / 1.0 / 1.2 ohm |
| Coil technology |
COREX 3.0, Hive-Mesh with nano cotton (also compatible with COREX 2.0) |
| Pods in box |
0.6ohm COREX 3.0 (pre-installed), 0.8ohm COREX 3.0 (in box) |
| Dimensions |
120 x 24.5 x 14.5mm |
| Weight |
73.7g |
| Material |
Aluminium alloy |
| USB-C cable |
Included |
| Compliance |
UK TPD compliant, 2ml pod capacity |
Screen and Controls
The 0.88" colour display shows battery percentage, estimated time to full charge, current wattage, puff count, and active power mode. Two clicks of the fire button cycle through six display themes: Space, Watch, and Rainbow have animations that play while you vape; Black, White, and Pink are static. Three clicks cycle through Eco, Normal, and Power output modes. Four clicks locks the fire button to draw-only activation, useful when the device is in a pocket or bag.
The 3A USB-C fast charging takes the XROS 5 from empty to 80% in approximately 20 minutes and to 100% in around 30 minutes. The screen displays an estimated charge time whenever the device is plugged in, which is a quality-of-life feature not found on most pod kits in this price range.
COREX 3.0 Pods and Draw Styles
The XROS 5 comes with a 0.6ohm COREX 3.0 pod pre-installed and a 0.8ohm COREX 3.0 pod in the box. Both use Vaporesso's Hive-Mesh heating structure with nano cotton wicking for consistent flavour and longer pod life. Replacement pods are sold separately as XROS Corex 3.0 4-packs from £8.99.
| Resistance |
Draw Style |
Best For |
E-liquid |
| 0.4ohm |
Open MTL / RDTL |
More vapour, airier draw, higher VG e-liquids |
50/50 or higher VG |
| 0.6ohm |
Airy RDL |
Maximum vapour and flavour. Pre-installed in box |
Nic salt or 50/50 |
| 0.8ohm |
MTL (airy) |
Balanced flavour and vapour. Spare pod in box |
Nic salt or 50/50 |
| 1.0ohm |
MTL (medium-tight) |
Concentrated flavour, cigarette-adjacent draw |
Nic salt |
| 1.2ohm |
MTL (very tight) |
Closest to a cigarette draw |
Nic salt (18-20mg) |
All pods hold 2ml of e-liquid (TPD compliant), use a snap-open top-fill design, and feature SSS leak-resistant sealing. Prime a new pod for 5-10 minutes before the first puff. The XROS 5 is also compatible with COREX 2.0 pods from earlier XROS generations.
XROS 5 Colours
Who Is the Vaporesso XROS 5 For?
The XROS 5 suits vapers who want more than a basic draw-and-go pod kit. If you want to know exactly what your battery is doing, choose between power modes to suit your e-liquid, and charge as fast as possible, the XROS 5 delivers all of that in a slim, pocket-friendly aluminium device.
It works well for ex-smokers who have already tried a simpler pod kit and want to step up, as well as experienced UK vapers upgrading from older XROS generations. For vapers who prefer no screen and no settings, the XROS 5 Mini uses the same battery and pods in a simpler form. For vapers who want a prefilled option with no e-liquid to buy separately, the Dojo Blast 10K is the alternative.
Buy Vaporesso XROS 5 in the UK
The XROS 5 is in stock from £18.99 with free UK delivery on orders over £20 and same-day dispatch on orders placed before 6pm. A USB-C cable is included in the box. Pick up replacement 0.6ohm or 0.8ohm COREX 3.0 pods from £8.99 per 4-pack.
Vaporesso XROS 5 FAQs
What is the difference between the Vaporesso XROS 5 and XROS 5 Mini?
Both devices share the same 1500mAh battery and COREX 3.0 pod compatibility. The XROS 5 adds a 0.88" colour screen, a fire button for dual activation, three power modes (Eco, Normal, Power), and 3A USB-C fast charging (approximately 30 minutes). The XROS 5 Mini has no screen, no fire button, draw-only activation, and 2A USB-C charging (approximately 48 minutes). The XROS 5 is heavier at 73.7g versus 65g for the Mini. The XROS 5 also includes a USB-C cable in the box; the Mini does not.
What pods does the Vaporesso XROS 5 come with?
The Vaporesso XROS 5 comes with a 0.6ohm COREX 3.0 pod pre-installed in the device and a 0.8ohm COREX 3.0 pod in the box as a spare. Replacement XROS Corex 3.0 pods are sold separately in 4-packs from £8.99, available in 0.4 / 0.6 / 0.8 / 1.0 / 1.2 ohm resistances.
What e-liquid should I use with the Vaporesso XROS 5?
Use nic salt or 50/50 VG/PG e-liquid with the 0.6ohm, 0.8ohm, 1.0ohm, and 1.2ohm pods. The 0.4ohm pod can handle slightly higher VG liquids for a more open draw. For UK ex-smokers switching to vaping, 10-20mg nic salt in the 0.8ohm or 1.0ohm pod is the most commonly recommended starting point.
How long does the Vaporesso XROS 5 battery last?
The 1500mAh battery lasts most vapers a full day on a single charge using the 0.6ohm or 0.8ohm pod on Normal mode. The 3A USB-C fast charging takes the battery from empty to 80% in approximately 20 minutes and to 100% in around 30 minutes. The screen shows an estimated charge time when the device is plugged in.
How do I change the display theme on the XROS 5?
Double-click the fire button to cycle through the six display themes: Space, Watch, Rainbow, Black, White, and Pink. Space, Watch, and Rainbow have animations that play when you take a draw. Three clicks cycles through Eco, Normal, and Power modes. Four clicks locks the fire button to draw-only activation.
Are older XROS pods compatible with the XROS 5?
Yes. The Vaporesso XROS 5 is fully compatible with all previous XROS pod generations including COREX 2.0 pods, across all resistances: 0.4 / 0.6 / 0.8 / 1.0 / 1.2 ohm. Vaporesso designed the XROS series so pod stock from older devices works in newer ones.
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