With top-of-the-line performance, there’s a wide potential market for Innokin’s new Klypse device.
By Mike Huml
Innokin is one of the most well-known and longstanding vapor product manufacturers in the industry. The company has long been adored by many vapers for its innovative products and level of quality, going all the way back to the original MVP. This latest offering, the Klypse, takes the slick, modern aesthetic that Innokin is known for along with solid build quality and puts it to good use in a simple, easy-to-use refillable pod system that anyone can pick up and use hassle-free.
The Klypse is a mid-size pod system that’s mostly rounded but with two opposing flat corners for a better grip. It uses an internal 700 mAh battery that lasts all day with light vaping to moderate vaping. This battery can be charged quickly via the USB-C port and the included charging cable. The switch is draw activated, so there are no buttons, menus or settings to worry about.
Each pod can hold up to 2 mL of e-liquid and is equipped with an integrated 0.8 ohm mesh coil. Once the performance begins to degrade, pod replacement is required since the coil cannot be removed or replaced. However, the pod is refillable. When the pod is removed from the device, a small silicone plug is revealed that can be popped open in order to fill it. It’s simple and effective. The translucent plastic informs the user as to the current e-liquid level, and there are clear markings on the side to indicate the minimum fill level to exceed for maximum flavor and performance.
The pod is held in place with strong magnets and produces a satisfying click when installed. Additionally, the Klypse includes a snap-on magnetic cover that goes over the mouthpiece. This not only offers some protection if the Klypse is dropped but also eliminates contamination from dust and other impurities as a result of stowing the device in a pocket or bag. With the cap installed, the Klypse becomes very inconspicuous if not totally unrecognizable as a vaping device.
The performance offered by the Klypse is top-notch and, perhaps more importantly, it’s consistent. The flavor is bold and accurate, and the volume of vapor is satisfying and easy to produce—it never feels as if it’s a struggle to get a good cloud, particularly for a mouth-to-lung device. Very restricted lung hits are technically possible but not recommended as there is no airflow adjustment, and the Klypse is intended solely for mouth-to-lung vaping. As such, e-liquids made with nicotine salts will provide the most satisfying experience.
Throughout the life of the pod, there will not be any leaking, gurgling or dry hits (unless the pod is empty). Innokin’s commitment to quality has resulted in an extremely consistent vape experience, as mentioned above. However, the flavor produced by the Klypse is also nothing to scoff at. Fruits and menthols are crisp and fresh while dessert and tobacco flavors are deep and complex. The Klypse does a fantastic job of accurately representing all types of flavor profiles.
The Klypse fills multiple roles. It’s very simple to use and would make for a fantastic starter kit for a new user. It’s a bit more “complicated” than a disposable or a device that utilizes pre-filled pods, but refilling is not a difficult process. On the positive side, this opens up the possibility of being able to use many more e-liquids and even taper down nicotine strength for someone looking to eventually quit altogether. It’s also potentially more cost-effective as bottled juice is generally less expensive than pre-filled pods or disposables. It strikes the ideal balance between simplicity and cost-efficiency.
The Klypse could also serve as an upgrade for someone coming from a disposable or pre-filled pod system. It has longer battery life, better performance and again, gives the user many more options when it comes to e-liquid. For the most part, it boasts a longer battery life without adding too much in the way of size. Of course, there are exceptions, but the fast 1A charging and the option to vape while the Klypse is doing so mostly alleviates any inconvenience presented by the battery capacity coupled with heavy vaping.
Lastly, and as with many other pod systems, the Klypse is a great choice for more experienced vapers who want something more portable and convenient. For enthusiasts, it won’t compete as a daily driver, but it’s a solid option to bring about during summer adventures. The sturdy build quality and the protective cap make the Klypse an attractive option for this purpose. It stands a good chance of surviving a day in the sand or a quick drop in the water if it’s recovered in a timely fashion.
Innokin has always kept a finger on the pulse of the vaping community and is consistently able to produce some of the highest quality products without falling into the trap of over-engineering. The Klypse continues this legacy, and the value of simplicity can’t be overstated, especially for a pod system. For many years, the relative complexity, foundational knowledge and maintenance required even for starter kits was a huge barrier to entry for a lot of potential vapers.
Today, many manufacturers have struck a good balance between quality and simplicity, but not like Innokin. When high-wattage, multi-battery mods were dominating the market, Innokin focused on simplicity, quality and safety, and those values carry into the modern era of vaping.
What has changed about Innokin is the Klypse’s price point. Innokin products have historically been expensive compared to the competition, but it was usually justified due to the step up in quality. While Innokin certainly has not skimped in the quality arena, the entire Klypse kit can be had for approximately $16 retail. That’s cheaper than the bottle of e-liquid to go along with it or even some disposables.
It’s a steal. The package includes the Klypse device itself, a single pod, a USB-C charging cable and the instruction manual. A three-pack of replacement pods hovers around $12, meaning the upkeep can be very inexpensive depending on the user’s choice of e-liquid. In any case, it’s undoubtedly cheaper than smoking.
As advanced vapor devices become harder and harder to find, quality pod systems become invaluable, particularly for new vapers who want something simple. There’s also a huge potential market in those who want something that offers more than their disposable pod system but aren’t ready to make the jump to a proper mod.
As with any product choice, generally price and quality have an inverse relationship, but the Klypse is one of the rare exceptions. Not only does the Klypse provide a great vape experience and a reliable quality product, but it does so while requiring minimal investment.
With the Klypse refillable pod kit, Innokin has succeeded in creating a product that lives up to its reputation for producing quality vapor devices while also keeping it affordable. It does not lack in performance in any area and is simple enough for new users.
It offers the choice of any e-liquid by nature of it being refillable but doesn’t get bogged down with features that aren’t necessary. While it’s perfect for newer vapers, it also has much to offer in the way of convenience, simplicity and portability that could potentially be attractive to advanced users and enthusiasts.
As implied by its name, Innokin has always been at the forefront of innovation but in a different way. While other manufacturers were pumping out bigger and more powerful cheap devices, Innokin was focusing on quality and safety. It was one of the few manufacturers that never neglected their mouth-to-lung fans when sub-ohm vaping became all the rage.
Now, that experience seems to have paid off as Innokin is several years ahead of many other manufacturers when it comes to a simple, refined product. They are also one of the few manufacturers to receive premarket tobacco product application acceptance for their products. Rest assured, the Klypse has the best shot at standing the test of time, meaning it will be supported by Innokin for the foreseeable future.
The Klypse is a fantastic product all around and another notch in Innokin’s belt. It offers top-of-the-line performance in a simple package that won’t come anywhere close to breaking the bank. There’s a wide potential market for the Klypse, and it’s likely to stick around, meaning replacement pods should never be difficult to find. In a nutshell, the Innokin Klypse eclipses other products in its class and introduces quintessential Innokin to a new generation of vapers.
