Description
The Vaporesso Xros Mini Retro Pod Kit takes the COREX 3.0 mesh that made the XROS range one of the UK’s best-selling refillable systems and drops it into the smallest, most pared-back body Vaporesso has built. A 1000mAh battery, 18W output, auto-draw firing and a refillable 2ml top-fill pod make it one of the easiest kits to live with, whether it is a first device after disposables or a pocket backup.
Key Features
COREX 3.0 Hive Mesh pod spreads heat across a honeycomb structure for sharper flavour, cooler vapour and around 30% longer coil life than the previous generation.
1000mAh battery with USB-C charges in roughly 70 minutes, enough to keep a moderate vaper going through the day.
Auto-draw, no buttons, means there is nothing to set. Fill the pod, click it in and inhale.
Anti-Leaking Anti-Messing 2.0 seals the pod connection points to help keep pockets and bags clean.
Full XROS pod compatibility so every XROS Series pod since 2020 clips straight in, and an existing pod stash still works.
18W tuned for MTL gives a tight, cigarette-like draw with higher-resistance pods and nic salt; the 0.6Ω pod suits a looser RDTL pull.
How Long Will It Last
Real-world life depends on how often you vape and the nicotine strength you use.
Vaper
Battery between charges
2ml pod refill
Light
up to ~2 days
~1.5-2 days
Average
~1 day
~1 day
Heavy
charge daily
under a day
A COREX 3.0 pod typically gives 5 to 8 refills before flavour drops and the pod needs replacing. Results vary with draw length and frequency.
Colour Options
The Xros Mini Retro comes in 8 colours across two ranges.
Pastel range
Spring Green – soft mint-toned green, the freshest of the pastels.
Baby Blue – pale sky blue, the most popular of the soft tones in early UK sales.
Baby Purple – muted lilac, understated rather than bright.
Baby Pink – gentle rose, a clean alternative to glossy pinks.
Neutral range
Dark Indigo – deep blue-black, the subtlest of the darker finishes.
Matte Silver – brushed light grey, fingerprint-resistant.
Space Gray – mid grey, the safe everyday carry.
Space Black – flat black, the most discreet option.
Beginners and anyone wanting a device that does not look like a gadget tend to choose the pastels; the neutrals suit a quieter, professional carry.
Which Pods and E-Liquids to Use
The included 0.6Ω COREX 3.0 pod is the most versatile starting point. It runs well with 50/50 freebase e-liquid at 3mg to 6mg, or 20mg nic salts for a looser RDTL draw. For a tighter, more cigarette-like MTL draw, fit a 0.8Ω to 1.2Ω Vaporesso XROS refill pods with 10mg or 20mg nic salt. Both COREX 2.0 and COREX 3.0 pods fit; COREX 3.0 gives the cleaner flavour and longer life, COREX 2.0 is the lower-cost refill. If you are moving on from disposables, this sits alongside the rest of the refillable pod kits and wider rechargeable vape range at VOS.
What’s in the Box
1 x Vaporesso Xros Mini Retro device
1 x 0.6Ω COREX 3.0 Mesh Pod (2ml)
1 x USB-C charging cable
1 x user manual
No e-liquid is included. This is a refillable kit, so you add your own nic salt or 50/50 e-liquid.
FAQ
Does the Xros Mini Retro come with e-liquid?
No. It is a refillable kit. You fill the 2ml pod yourself with nic salt or 50/50 e-liquid through the top-fill port.
Why is my pod leaking?
Most leaks come from over-filling or not priming. Fill to just below the line, leave the pod 5 minutes after filling before the first vape, and avoid hard, sharp pulls.
How long does it take to charge?
Around 70 minutes from empty over USB-C.
Which pods fit it?
Every Vaporesso XROS Series pod, COREX 2.0 and 3.0, from 0.6Ω to 1.2Ω. The magnetic connection has been the same across the XROS range since 2020.
Is it good for beginners?
Yes. There are no buttons or settings. Fill, click in and inhale, which makes it one of the simplest kits to move onto after disposables.
What nicotine strength should I use?
20mg nic salt is the usual choice for ex-smokers on the 0.8Ω to 1.2Ω pods. Drop to 10mg if 20mg feels too strong.
