The number of sub-mods is increasing rapidly lately, and this is not surprising, as more and more vapers with experience are putting their heavy-duty boxmods and limited edition mechmods aside, giving preference to compactness, performance and simplicity. Naturally, many vapers are distrustful of such devices, but that is until they get their hands on something really worthwhile. Vaptio Sonar Max is exactly in the category of interesting and at the same time practical sub-mods, which became the first device of such format, released by this well-known manufacturer. We can’t say that you can find revolutionary space technologies in this device, but there are a lot of features that will definitely incline the vaper to buy Vaptio Sonar Max, for which special thanks to the developers.
General Info
Vaptio Sonar Max is a compact sub-mod that runs on a single removable 18650 battery, equipped with a simple proprietary chipset, designed to use interchangeable vaporizers. The bar form factor is not a novelty for a long time, but it does not make the device uncomfortable, and given the small size, it is convenient and easy to use the device. The chipset is quite simple and easy to use, and the vaper has only Varivatt mode available. The developers paid a lot of attention to the cartridge it with top filling and top installation of the vaporizer. You can buy Vaptio Sonar Max in four versions – Polar Dark, Vigor Red, Galaxy Blue and Aurora Green.
Bundle
This sub-mod is Vaptio’s debut in this segment of online vape shop canada, but at the same time the device is completed quite decently and standard. In the box the vaper will find:
Sonar Max Device box mod;
A removable cartridge (pre-installed) Sonar Max Pod;
Sonar A1 Coil 0.15ohm vaporizer;
Sonar A2 vaporizer Coil 0.35ohm;
A special wrench to unscrew the cartridge from the battery pack;
USB Type-C cable for charging;
Warranty card;
User’s Manual.
Sonar Max Device Box Mod
The decision to release a sub-mod from Vaptio can be considered a bit late, as this market segment is already filled with devices from Voopoo, Wismec, Teslacigs, Smok. Therefore, the decision to release a device with a few distinctive features is quite logical and correct. It is unlikely that Vaptio Sonar Max will be able to compete with Voopoo’s Vinci or Smok’s RPM, but it will definitely find its customers.
Vaptio Sonar Max is designed as a small bar with rounded edges, so it sits perfectly in your hand. Its dimensions are rather small – 116×29.5×26 mm, so it won’t get in the way in your pocket. The case is made of zinc alloy and plastic, and the manufacturer emphasizes the plastic overlays they are multi-layered and translucent, allowing you to get a three-dimensional picture on the side surface of the device nice and original.
The maximum power of Vaptio Sonar Max is 75 watts, and it is provided by a replaceable traditional 18650 battery, which is installed from the bottom end with a small lid with a latch. The battery can be charged at any time with 1.5A current using the USB Type-C connector located on one of the sides of the device.
It is controlled by a proprietary chipset, which allows you to use the device in varivatt mode. For ease of operation Vaptio Sonar Max is equipped with a medium size display, which can find the standard information regarding the work battery level, vaporizer resistance, voltage, number and duration of puffs.
Sonar Max Pod
It is worth noting the ingenuity of the developers of the company Vaptio, which equipped the new sub-mod with quite original and somewhat non-standard, but at the same time interesting and practical cartridge. First of all, interesting is the fact that to remove the cartridge from the battery block you need to unscrew two screws and use the complete device in a non-standard and practical way.
The second important feature of the Sonar Max Pod cartridge is an innovative way to install the vaporizer, it is installed from the top, not from the bottom, as in all other submods. And there is not only a convenient flat mouthpiece, for which the cartridge has grooves for fixing in half-turn, but also a hygienic cap.
At the moment the manufacturer presented only two types of vaporizers – Sonar A1 Coil 0.15ohm and Sonar A2 Coil 0.35ohm. It’s unknown yet whether the lineup of vaporizers will be supplemented with other resistances and RBA bases, but these two will definitely please the palate. Vaptio Sonar Max has airflow adjustment, implemented with a small slider located on the battery block under the cartridge.
Filling the device is also quite interesting and convenient. In order to pour 4.5 ml of liquid into the reservoir, you need to remove the hygienic cap and the mouthpiece, after which you can get access to the two holes equipped with a check valve.
Conclusions and impressions
The fact that Vaptio did not hurry with the release of Sonar Max is not too bad, because the device is quite interesting and functional. Many vapers will appreciate the practicality and usability of the device, although there are some shortcomings, which (we hope) will be eliminated.
Advantages and disadvantages
Disadvantages
Only two types of vaporizers and among them there is no variant MTL;
No data on the serviceable base yet;
Wearing it in your pocket the airflow slider gets knocked off.
Advantages
Compact size;
Ergonomic design;
Original design with composite materials;
Removable 18650 battery;
Fast charging;
Easy operation;
Colorful informative display;
Adjusting the air blowing;
Original cartridge installation system;
Hygienic cap;
Large tank;
Convenient refilling;
Good flavor and bulk.