Voopoo Argus Pro 2, how to set it up for flavour

Up to 80 W, a side-filled pod, two coils and a colour screen. The Voopoo Argus Pro 2 sells itself as a powerful pod mod, and most of what is written about it stops at the spec sheet. For anyone who cares about taste, the real question lies elsewhere. The same e-liquid can come across flat or vivid depending on the coil fitted, the wattage on screen and the ratio in the bottle, and this kit leaves more room for adjustment than it seems.

Voopoo Argus Pro 2, the three settings that shape the flavour

On the Voopoo Argus Pro 2, how an e-liquid tastes depends on three settings, in this order, the PnP X coil, the wattage and the PG/VG ratio of the liquid. The most versatile combination for bringing out a fruit blend or a dessert recipe is the 0.3 ohm coil supplied in the box, set between 32 and 40 W, with an e-liquid containing 50 to 70% vegetable glycerine (VG).

The 0.15 ohm coil, fitted out of the box, is built for vapour volume first. It suits menthol or strongly flavoured recipes, which keep their edge even inside a dense cloud.

A tighter draw means looking beyond the box. Mouth to lung vaping (MTL), where vapour is held in the mouth before being inhaled, calls for the MTL cartridge sold separately and a coil of 0.6 ohm or higher.

What the official spec sheet says, and why it matters for taste

Before picking a coil, it helps to know what the kit will accept. The figures below set the limits of any adjustment, and therefore the range of flavour profiles within reach.

Voopoo’s official product page lists a 3000 mAh built-in battery, an output of 5 to 80 W and a GENE.TT 2.0 chipset that reads coils from 0.1 to 3 ohms. The colour TFT screen measures 0.96 inches, and the body pairs zinc alloy with leather.

The PnP X DTL cartridge holds 5 ml in the standard version and 2 ml in the TPD version. UK rules cap refillable tanks at 2 ml, so the TPD version is the one intended for British shelves. DTL stands for direct to lung, a draw where vapour goes straight into the lungs without a pause in the mouth.

Air enters through the top of the cartridge, with an adjustment ring described by several retailers. The layout is designed to limit leaking e-liquid and condensation. For flavour, a draw free of gurgling and spitting lets the recipe come through without interference.

The recommended e-liquid range runs from 50 to 70% VG. Propylene glycol (PG) generally carries flavour more sharply, while VG gives thicker vapour and a rounder feel. That range places the kit on the cloud side of the spectrum, without ruling out more aromatic recipes.

Argus Pro 2 coils, the PnP X range from 0.15 to 1.0 ohm

The PnP X range offers seven values that work with this kit, each with its own wattage window. The table pairs the manufacturer’s figures with the flavour family each coil serves best, based on our reading of the profiles.

PnP X coil	Draw	Recommended wattage	In the box	Family to favour (editorial view)
0.15 ohm	DTL	60 to 80 W	Yes, pre-installed	Menthol and iced fruit
0.2 ohm	DTL	40 to 60 W	No	Bold fruit, rich desserts
0.3 ohm	DTL and RDL	32 to 40 W	Yes	Fruit and dessert, the most versatile
0.45 ohm	RDL	25 to 32 W	No	Subtle desserts, white fruit
0.6 ohm	MTL and RDL	18 to 23 W	No	Delicate recipes
0.8 ohm	MTL	12 to 16 W	No	Layered recipes on a tight draw
1.0 ohm	MTL	10 to 13 W	No	Layered recipes on a tight draw

RDL, short for restricted direct lung, is a direct draw with some resistance, halfway between the other two styles.

The two coils supplied with the kit

The 0.15 ohm coil, run between 60 and 80 W, heats a large area of cotton. It produces plenty of vapour, which tends to spread out the most delicate notes in a recipe. Menthol, iced fruit or a heavily flavoured liquid keep their presence on it.

The 0.3 ohm coil, between 32 and 40 W, works at a calmer pace. On the Argus Pro 2 it is, in principle, the one best placed to reveal the structure of a fruit blend or a bakery note, because the vapour stays concentrated enough for each component to stand apart.

The values sold separately, down to a tight draw

Between those two, the 0.2 ohm coil (40 to 60 W) is a middle ground for anyone who wants volume without losing all the detail. The 0.45 ohm coil (25 to 32 W) tightens the draw and suits dessert recipes that feel heavy on the 0.3 ohm.

A tight draw opens up with the MTL cartridge and three values, 0.6 ohm (18 to 23 W), 0.8 ohm (12 to 16 W) and 1.0 ohm (10 to 13 W). At these low wattages the vapour stays concentrated, and recipes with layered notes generally read more clearly. Nicotine e-liquids sold in the UK, capped at 20 mg/ml and sold in 10 ml bottles, are typically paired with this kind of tight-draw setup.

Which flavour family on which setup

Each flavour family reacts in its own way to the heat and vapour volume the Voopoo Argus Pro 2 produces. The pointers below start from the manufacturer’s wattage windows and the profiles described by the brands, not from a test run by our team.

Fruit and citrus

Fruit recipes come through well on the 0.3 ohm coil, at the lower end of its window, around 32 to 35 W. Too much power heats the tart notes and can make them sharp. Our breakdown of the kiwi passionfruit guava trio shows how this kind of blend stacks an opening, a heart and a finish, three moments that overly hot vapour flattens.

Dessert, bakery and creamy recipes

Dessert recipes handle heat better, which rounds off their vanilla or caramel notes. The 0.3 ohm coil at the top of its window, or the 0.2 ohm coil, suit them. These liquids are often sweeter and generally gunk up the wick faster, so it pays to watch for any burnt taste. Our guide to caramel e-liquid profiles explains what separates a buttery caramel from a burnt one.

Cool and menthol

Cooling recipes hold up on the 0.15 ohm coil, as the chill stays in front even in a large volume of vapour. The downside is well known, that cold masks the softest fruit notes. Our analysis of Black Dragon Ice walks through that effect on an iced dragon fruit.

Smart, RBA and Turbo, the modes from a flavour point of view

The three modes on the Argus Pro 2 do not change the e-liquid, but they change how power reaches the coil. For taste, the choice of mode matters as much as the number on screen.

Smart mode picks the wattage on its own according to the coil it detects. It works for trying a new e-liquid without any setup, but it does not look for the point where a particular recipe opens up.

RBA mode lets you set the output anywhere from 5 to 80 W. This is the mode for close tasting. The simplest method is to start at the bottom of the coil’s window, then step up 2 W at a time until the notes come forward, stopping before any hot or dry sensation.

Turbo mode is said to raise vapour volume by 25% within one second. That extra vapour suits cooling recipes, but it dilutes delicate flavours and heats the cotton harder, which wears out a coil loaded with a sweet dessert liquid sooner.

FAQ

A few practical questions about the kit, beyond the coil choice and settings covered above.

How do I switch on and lock the Argus Pro 2?

Five quick presses on the fire button turn the kit on or off. Locking uses a switch placed under the screen, handy for keeping the settings from shifting in a pocket.

How long should I wait before using a new coil?

The cotton needs to be fully soaked before the first puff. After filling, leave it to rest for a few minutes, then take a few draws without pressing the button. A dry coil burns on the first attempt and keeps an aftertaste.

How do I charge the kit?

Charging goes through the USB-C port, using the cable supplied in the box. A good quality mains adapter and a stable surface away from any heat source remain sensible habits.

How long does a PnP X coil last?

The stated lifespan reaches 100 ml of e-liquid per coil without loss of flavour. Real life depends mostly on the recipe, as a very sweet base clogs the wick faster than a light fruit or a menthol.

Which colours are available?

Seven colours are offered, from pearl white to black, with a leather panel on a zinc alloy frame. The choice is purely cosmetic and has no effect on performance or taste.

Voopoo Argus Pro 2, one setup per flavour family

The Voopoo Argus Pro 2 should not be judged on its 80 W alone. Its appeal for the palate lies in the breadth of the PnP X range, from the dense cloud of the 0.15 ohm coil to the tight draw of the 1.0 ohm, with the 0.3 ohm as the balance point for most recipes.

Choosing the coil according to the family of the e-liquid, then fine-tuning the wattage in small steps, achieves more than switching bottles. The same logic applies to any kit with interchangeable coils, and it matches the way we read every flavour family, starting from the profile and working back to the setting, on the Voopoo Argus Pro 2 as elsewhere.

Editorial content for adult readers only. Vaping products are not for sale to anyone under 18 in the UK, and nicotine is a highly addictive substance. This article is not a buying recommendation.