Voopoo Drag S3 Pod Kit Review - All Day Battery & PnP X Coils

I've been through a few compact pod kits over the years, and honestly most of them blur together after a while. You pick one up, it's alright, the battery lasts a day or two, you move on. The Drag S3 is different though - it's stuck around in my daily rotation longer than I expected it to. Not because it's trying to do something revolutionary, but because it actually gets the fundamentals right. Whether I'm running nic salts or throwing shortfills at it, around 50W it's basically a mini vape kit in pod form - that's the best way to describe what this thing actually does.

What You're Getting

The Drag S3 is the built-in battery version of the Drag X3. If you want external batteries and more power, the X3 is your kit - that's the one we're taking to the Ohm Zone on November 2nd for giveaways. The S3 is built for people who just want something compact, charged, ready to go. That's been my approach with it.

Out of the box you get the device itself, a PnP X MTL cartridge, a 0.6ohm coil, and another 510 drip tip for swapping. Everything feels decent quality - nothing plasticky or cheap feeling about it. The zinc alloy and leather combo gives it that solid feel, and it's proper compact. It sits nicely in your hand without feeling fragile.

Here's what's actually in the box:

Voopoo Drag S3 Device with 3000mAh built-in battery
1 x PnP X MTL Cartridge (pre-installed)
1 x PnP X 0.6ohm Coil
1 x 510 Drip Tip (removable for customization)
USB Type-C Charging Cable
User Manual

All the accessories are quality bits too - the drip tip isn't some flimsy plastic thing, the charging cable actually feels durable. You're not getting cheap filler here.

The Build and Design

The first thing that strikes you is how well balanced it is. It's not heavy, not light, just right. The leather grip on the side is a nice touch - gives you something to hold onto without it being slippery. You get seven colours available, so if you want something that actually looks decent, you've got options.

The 0.96-inch screen does what it needs to do. It's readable, shows your battery, wattage, resistance, puff count - all the essentials. Six themes to choose from if you care about that sort of thing. Honestly it's not flashy but that's the point. It just works, and that's exactly why I like it. No unnecessary features cluttering things up, no bloated menu system - just pick it up and vape.

Battery Life - Where It Counts

Here's where the S3 actually makes sense. That 3000mAh battery is 25% bigger than the S2 and it shows in real use. I'm a heavy vaper - I go through liquid constantly - and this gets me a full day easily. Most days I don't even need to think about charging until the evening. That's genuinely useful.

What's clever is how consistent it stays throughout the day. The battery doesn't start dropping your performance halfway through like some kits do. Your hits feel the same when you've got 100% as they do when you're at 20%. It's becoming more standard with the new wave of pod vapes coming out, but it's still not universal - so it's worth mentioning when a device gets it right.

Type-C charging is quick too. From dead to full is around 30 minutes. From nothing to usable is maybe 10-15 minutes if you're in a rush, which let's be honest, I always am. That's solid for a compact pod vape kit when you need a quick top-up before heading out.

The Superb PnP X Coils

The PnP X platform means you've got proper flexibility here and these coils are fantastic - some of the best on the market in my opinion. The coils that come with it - the 0.4ohm and 0.6ohm - are the baseline, but you can go 0.8ohm, 1.0ohm, or 1.2ohm depending on what you want. Lower resistance if you want more power and clouds, higher if you want a tighter draw.

I've been running the 0.6ohm mainly, around 25-28W depending on the liquid. The coils can take around 100ml before they start to get tired - Voopoo claim 100ml and honestly they genuinely get there or very close. Flavour's clean and consistent - nothing burnt or off about them. I've always loved these coils in the Voopoo E120 I used to have, and the S3 doesn't change that. They're some of the best stock vape coils on the market today.

The wattage range goes from 5W up to 60W, so there's room to experiment if you want to push it. Most people won't need to go that high on a compact kit, but it's there if you want it.

Voopoo Drag S3 Pod Vape Kit

Pros

3000mAh battery - all day power for heavy vapers
Superb PnP X coils - 100ml lifespan, excellent flavour
Simple and reliable - no leaks, no complications

Cons

Built-in battery only - no battery swapping
Not revolutionary - just solid and dependable

Only£36.99

Highlights

Perfect for use with Nicotine Salts

Pod Type: Refillable Vape Pods

Vaping Style : MTL / RDL

3000mAh Built-In Battery

It just works, and that's exactly why I like it.

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How It Actually Works

There's the capacitive touch button which unlocks when you tap it, then locks again when you let go. It's useful for stopping accidental pocket firing. You can also use a traditional button press if that's more your speed. Both work fine.

Filling is straightforward - side-fill port with a silicone seal. Pop the mouthpiece off, squeeze your juice in, done. Takes maybe 30 seconds. I haven't had leaks carrying it around, which is what you want from any pod kit - though let's be honest, there are still some leakers on the market today.

Standard up and down buttons for adjusting wattage in 1W increments, which is beautiful to have on a compact pod kit. Nothing fancy but it's responsive and does the job. You can lock it if you don't want to accidentally change settings. Very basic, but I love vapes without all the flashy stuff getting in the way. Just let me adjust my power and get on with it.

Who This Is For

If you're upgrading from an older Drag Kit and want a solid all-day vaper that doesn't need charging constantly, get this. If you're moving away from disposables to something you can actually refill and keep long term, this works. If you're just after something simple that doesn't have a million features you'll never use, this fits.

Heavy vapers especially - the battery alone makes it worth it. You're not constantly swapping to another device throughout the day. Being a compact kit, you've got the flexibility to run nic salts, shortfills, or basically any e-liquid you throw at it thanks to those PnP X coils. That versatility is properly useful.

The Drag X3 Mention

Since we've got samples of both at Ecigone, worth noting the Voopoo Drag X3 exists if you want something different. I haven't had a charged battery to hand to properly test the X3 yet, so I can't give you the full rundown on that one, but the specs speak for themselves. If you're after external batteries, more power output (up to 80W), and a bigger 1.65-inch touchscreen, that's the one for you. The X3 gives you the flexibility to run 18650 or 21700 batteries depending on what you've got, so if you're into that sort of setup, it's a solid option.

We're bringing the X3 to the Ohm Zone tour on November 2nd and including it in the prize draw giveaway bags along with loads of other releases and unreleased bits. It'll be a proper intimate vibe like the old vape expos used to be - not the massive corporate events you get nowadays. Ellie, Charlotte, and part of the team will be there running things and meeting everyone. Me? I'll be holding down the fort here at Ecigone making sure the ship doesn't sink while they're out - someone's got to keep things running, even on a Sunday. But if you head down to the Ohm Zone, the crew will look after you and you can get hands-on with both kits to see which one suits you better.

Final Thoughts

The Drag S3 isn't going to blow your mind. It's not trying to. But it's a really solid device - no bells and whistles, just a nice touch with that unlock feature which actually makes a difference for pocket firing. It's a pod kit that does what pod kits should do - hold charge, produce consistent flavour, not leak, last more than five minutes. It does all of that without faffing about.

For the price you're paying, you're getting something that'll last you a good while if you look after it. The build quality is there, the battery actually delivers what it promises, and it's simple enough that you don't need to read a manual to figure it out. Sometimes that's exactly what you need from a vape - something that just works without all the complications.

It won't make it into my permanent rotation because I've already got a solid lineup, but it'll definitely be in my collection. The Drag S3 is the perfect device to grab if you're heading out for the day and want one kit that'll last you all day without needing to swap or charge. That's where it earns its place - as a reliable all-day companion when you're on the move.

Get it from Ecigone - available now in 7 colours.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Voopoo Drag S3 battery last?

The 3000mAh built-in battery lasts a full day for heavy vapers. Charges in around 30 minutes via Type-C, with 10-15 minutes giving you enough power for quick use.

What coils work with the Drag S3?

Uses PnP X coils ranging from 0.4ohm to 1.2ohm. Coils last around 100ml before needing replacement and deliver consistent, clean flavour throughout their lifespan.

Can you use nic salts in the Voopoo Drag S3?

Yes, the Drag S3 works with nic salts, shortfills, and any e-liquid. The 5-60W range and multiple coil options give you proper flexibility for different vaping styles.

What's the difference between Drag S3 and X3?

The S3 has a 3000mAh built-in battery and goes up to 60W. The X3 uses external 18650/21700 batteries, hits 80W, and has a bigger 1.65-inch touchscreen for more power and flexibility.

Voopoo Drag S3 Review